How much does it cost to hire Jenney for a medical malpractice case?

Cost depends on the type of matter, the fee model (contingency, flat, hourly), and how contested the case becomes. Jenney walks through the likely range during the consult so there are no surprises.

Does Jenney offer a free consultation?

Jenney charges for the initial consult; that fee is credited toward representation if you retain Jenney's office. Some medical malpractice attorneys offer free consults — check Jenney's current terms during booking.

How long do medical malpractice cases in Tennessee typically take?

Simple medical malpractice matters can wrap in a few weeks; disputed cases can run 6–18 months from intake to resolution, longer if the matter goes to trial. Jenney gives a realistic estimate for your facts at the consult — vague answers here are a red flag.

Can Jenney take my case if I'm outside Nashville?

Jenney is licensed in Tennessee. Matters governed by Tennessee law are the natural fit. Out-of-state matters are handled case-by-case, sometimes with local co-counsel. Ask during intake — Jenney will tell you if the case is a fit or refer you to someone closer to your court.

What should I bring to my first meeting with Jenney?

Bring every document that touches the dispute: contracts, correspondence, police or medical reports, filed pleadings, invoices, photographs, insurance letters. Also bring a written timeline of what happened, in your own words. Jenney will filter what matters — over-preparing at intake is always cheaper than needing a second meeting.

Is Jenney accepting new medical malpractice clients right now?

Jenney's intake status shifts week to week. Submit the form; the office will confirm availability or refer the matter out.

Unclaimed · Is this you?

Jenney S. Keaty, Medical Malpractice Attorney in Nashville, Tennessee

Over 18 years of legal practice · focused on Medical Malpractice, Nursing Home, and TBI/SCI · 4.9/5 rating from 14 verified client reviews

AttorneyatMorgan & Morgan

Nashville, TN

Practicing medical malpractice in Nashville since 2008.

18+: Years practicing
4.9 ★: 14 client reviews
2: Bar admissions

Practices in

Medical Malpractice Nursing Home TBI/SCI Wrongful Death

Are you Jenney S. Keaty?

This profile was built from public bar records and is still unclaimed. Claim it free to control your photo, bio, and fees — and get client inquiries sent straight to you.

Claim this profile — free

Quick answer

Jenney S. Keaty is an attorney based in Nashville, TN. The practice focuses on Medical Malpractice, Nursing Home, and TBI/SCI. Jenney has over 18 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Morgan & Morgan. Rated 4.9 out of 5 from 14 client reviews.

Based in: Nashville, TN
Experience: over 18 years
Known for: Medical Malpractice · Nursing Home · TBI/SCI

Handles Medical Malpractice, Nursing Home, and TBI/SCI matters from Nashville, TN.
Over 18 years of practice as a licensed attorney.
Recognized with AV Preeminent.

Areas of practice

Legal matters Jenney takes on

Jenney concentrates on medical malpractice, nursing home, tbi/sci, and wrongful death. Each area below outlines the kind of case Jenney handles, typical outcomes to expect, and how the intake process starts.

Medical Malpractice cases in Nashville, Tennessee

Jenney takes medical malpractice matters in Nashville, Tennessee. Typical engagements include intake calls to scope the issue, review of any records or filings you already have, and a written strategy memo before Jenney agrees to represent you.

Nursing Home cases in Nashville, Tennessee

Jenney takes nursing home matters in Nashville, Tennessee. Typical engagements include intake calls to scope the issue, review of any records or filings you already have, and a written strategy memo before Jenney agrees to represent you.

TBI/SCI cases in Nashville, Tennessee

Jenney takes tbi/sci matters in Nashville, Tennessee. Typical engagements include intake calls to scope the issue, review of any records or filings you already have, and a written strategy memo before Jenney agrees to represent you.

Wrongful Death cases in Nashville, Tennessee

Jenney takes wrongful death matters in Nashville, Tennessee. Typical engagements include intake calls to scope the issue, review of any records or filings you already have, and a written strategy memo before Jenney agrees to represent you.

Biography

Meet Jenney S. Keaty — medical malpractice lawyer in Nashville

Jenney Keaty has spent her entire career helping injured victims and their families hold wrongdoers responsible for the harms they cause. And she is honored to do so. Jenney has successfully resolved hundreds of cases as a plaintiff’s attorney across the state of Tennessee, where she handles wrongful death, medical malpractice, birth injuries, and other tort injury litigation for individuals and families. She represents severely injured people, or people who have lost a loved one as the result of medical malpractice, negligence, or recklessness. She has tried multiple cases to a jury in Tennessee, including being awarded a $1.75 million verdict for the plaintiffs by a Rutherford County jury in a medical malpractice case.

Jenney has earned an AV Preeminent Martindale-Hubbell ranking, which is the highest ranking possible. She has been selected as a Super Lawyers Mid-South Rising Star (top 2.5% of attorneys in the mid-south) from 2015 through 2022. The National Trial Lawyers Association selected Jenney as one of the “Top 40 Under 40” lawyers in Tennessee in 2014, 2015, and 2016. She was also selected as one of Nashville’s Top 30 Under 30 young professionals in 2012.

Jenney is a proud fellow of the Nashville Bar Foundation and a member of the 2018 Tennessee Bar Association Leadership Law class. In addition, she is a member of the Nashville Bar Association and Tennessee Bar Association, where she has served on the boards of both organizations’ Young Leadership Divisions. Jenney has been involved on the board of the Lawyers’ Association for Women (L.A.W.), and has been a member of the Harry Phillips American Inn of Court and the Tennessee Trial Lawyers Association. She is the former chair of the Davidson County Wills for Heroes Program, a program that during her tenure provided over 450 first responders and their spouses free estate planning, and also the former chair of the Law Firm Trivia Gavel Smack-Down to benefit the Cystic Fibrosis Foundation.

Jenney went to college at The Ohio State University, where she studied Criminology, English, and Dance. She then attended the University of Tennessee College of Law, where she focused her studies on trial advocacy and dispute resolution. Originally from West Virginia, Jenney has lived in Tennessee for more than seventeen years.

Jenney is married to Burke Keaty, who is also a trial lawyer at Morgan & Morgan. They live in Nashville with their four young sons. Most of their free time is spent outdoors, at ball games, camping, or just walking in their neighborhood. Jenney and Burke are involved with their children’s schools and throughout the community, having served on committees for CASA (Court Appointed Special Advocates) and PULSE, a young professionals organization supporting the American Heart Association.

Recent Wins

Davis, Heather v. Total HVAC LLC
$351,863
Slip and Fall
2024

How Jenney handles medical malpractice matters

The kind of cases Jenney takes

Jenney reviews new inquiries case-by-case for medical malpractice, nursing home, and tbi/sci matters in Nashville and the surrounding Tennessee area.

Credentials

Education, bar admissions, and languages

University of Tennessee College of Law, Knoxville, TN
J.D. · 2008
The Ohio State University, Columbus, OH Honors B.A. Criminology, English
—

Jurisdictions

Jenney's state bar admissions

United States Distri
2013 · ACTIVE
Tennessee
2008 · ACTIVE

Jenney studied at J.D. in University of Tennessee College of Law, Knoxville, TN and — in The Ohio State University, Columbus, OH Honors B.A. Criminology, English.

Law school and academic background

Jenney completed J.D. in University of Tennessee College of Law, Knoxville, TN and — in The Ohio State University, Columbus, OH Honors B.A. Criminology, English. Formal legal training is one signal of substantive knowledge — the day-to-day practice Jenney runs in Tennessee is where that training gets applied to real client questions.

Recognition

Recognition and thought leadership

Jenney has received 1 formal recognition from bar associations, industry bodies, and peer-review services.

AV Preeminent

Legal awards and honors

AV Preeminent.

Locations

Jenney S. Keaty's office in Nashville

Jenney's primary office is at 810 Broadway, Suite 105, Nashville, TN, 37203. In-person meetings are by appointment; a phone intake usually comes first.

Main office

Morgan & Morgan

810 Broadway, Suite 105

Nashville, TN 37203

Open in Google Maps

Client feedback

Client reviews of Jenney S. Keaty — 4.9/5 rating from 14 verified client reviews

Every review below is from a verified client of Jenney. Reviews cover communication, case outcome, and value — the three signals that matter most when comparing medical malpractice attorneys in Nashville.

4.9

14 client reviews

Client ratings are sourced from public records and editorial research. Reviews on LawyersListed are accepted from verified clients once Jenney S. Keaty claims this profile.

Read all reviews

Hiring guide

How to hire Jenney S. Keaty — what to expect in your first consultation

Working with a new medical malpractice attorney should feel structured. Here's how the first two conversations with Jenney usually go, from the moment you request a consult to the day representation begins.

Consultation formats and pricing

Jenney charges for the initial consult. That fee is credited toward representation if you retain Jenney's office.

What to bring to your first meeting

Bring any documents you already have — police reports, medical records, filed pleadings, correspondence from an insurer, a copy of the contract at issue. If you're not sure, err on the side of bringing everything; Jenney will tell you what matters and what doesn't.

Questions to ask a medical malpractice attorney in Nashville, Tennessee

A short list to run through before you commit: How many medical malpractice matters have you handled in the last year? What's your fee structure? Who else in the office will work on this? What's your realistic estimate of timeline and range of outcomes? How do I reach you between meetings?

Fees & payment

Fees, payment methods, and consultation options for Jenney

Jenney discusses fees during intake so the arrangement fits the matter. Contingency, hourly, and flat-fee options are all common in medical malpractice practice — ask which fits.

Hourly rates, contingency fees, and flat-fee options

Every medical malpractice matter is priced differently. Simple document review might be a flat fee. Injury litigation is often contingency. Complex commercial disputes usually run hourly with a retainer. Jenney confirms the model in the engagement letter before any work starts.

Payment methods and payment plans

Jenney's office accepts standard payment methods. Ask about payment plans if the retainer is a stretch — many medical malpractice practices work with clients on structured schedules.

Frequently asked

Frequently asked questions about Jenney S. Keaty

How much does it cost to hire Jenney for a medical malpractice case?
Cost depends on the type of matter, the fee model (contingency, flat, hourly), and how contested the case becomes. Jenney walks through the likely range during the consult so there are no surprises.
Does Jenney offer a free consultation?
Jenney charges for the initial consult; that fee is credited toward representation if you retain Jenney's office. Some medical malpractice attorneys offer free consults — check Jenney's current terms during booking.
How long do medical malpractice cases in Tennessee typically take?
Simple medical malpractice matters can wrap in a few weeks; disputed cases can run 6–18 months from intake to resolution, longer if the matter goes to trial. Jenney gives a realistic estimate for your facts at the consult — vague answers here are a red flag.
Can Jenney take my case if I'm outside Nashville?
Jenney is licensed in Tennessee. Matters governed by Tennessee law are the natural fit. Out-of-state matters are handled case-by-case, sometimes with local co-counsel. Ask during intake — Jenney will tell you if the case is a fit or refer you to someone closer to your court.
What should I bring to my first meeting with Jenney?
Bring every document that touches the dispute: contracts, correspondence, police or medical reports, filed pleadings, invoices, photographs, insurance letters. Also bring a written timeline of what happened, in your own words. Jenney will filter what matters — over-preparing at intake is always cheaper than needing a second meeting.
Is Jenney accepting new medical malpractice clients right now?
Jenney's intake status shifts week to week. Submit the form; the office will confirm availability or refer the matter out.

Areas served

Medical Malpractice attorneys serving Nashville, Memphis and Knoxville in Tennessee

Jenney handles medical malpractice matters throughout Tennessee. Each city below is a direct link into the search page for verified medical malpractice attorneys in that community.

More counsel

If Jenney's intake is full or the fit isn't right, these medical malpractice attorneys in Nashville handle similar matters. Every profile below is verified and open to consultations.