Kathy Laughter Laizure, ADR Attorney in Cordova, Tennessee
Over 34 years of legal practice · focused on ADR, Appellate, and Employment · 4.4/5 rating from 1 verified client review
Cordova, TN
Practicing adr in Cordova since 1992.
- 34+
- Years practicing
- 4.4 ★
- 1 client review
- 1
- Bar admission
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Kathy Laughter Laizure is an attorney based in Cordova, TN. The practice focuses on ADR, Appellate, and Employment. Kathy has over 34 years of legal experience. Rated 4.4 out of 5 from 1 client review.
- Based in
- Cordova, TN
- Experience
- over 34 years
- Known for
- ADR · Appellate · Employment
- Handles ADR, Appellate, and Employment matters from Cordova, TN.
- Over 34 years of practice as a licensed attorney.
- Recognized with BV Distinguished.
About Kathy Laughter Laizure: Kathy Laughter Laizure is an attorney based in Cordova, TN. The practice focuses on ADR, Appellate, and Employment. Kathy has over 34 years of legal experience. Rated 4.4 out of 5 from 1 client review.
Areas of practice
Legal matters Kathy takes on
Kathy concentrates on adr, appellate, employment, family law, and general. Each area below outlines the kind of case Kathy handles, typical outcomes to expect, and how the intake process starts.
ADR
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Employment
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ADR cases in Cordova, Tennessee
Kathy takes adr matters in Cordova, 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 Kathy agrees to represent you.
Appellate cases in Cordova, Tennessee
Kathy takes appellate matters in Cordova, 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 Kathy agrees to represent you.
Employment cases in Cordova, Tennessee
Kathy takes employment matters in Cordova, 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 Kathy agrees to represent you.
Family Law cases in Cordova, Tennessee
Kathy takes family law matters in Cordova, 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 Kathy agrees to represent you.
General cases in Cordova, Tennessee
Kathy takes general matters in Cordova, 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 Kathy agrees to represent you.
Biography
Meet Kathy Laughter Laizure — adr lawyer in Cordova
Kathy Laughter Laizure is an attorney based in Cordova, TN. The practice focuses on ADR, Appellate, and Employment. Kathy has over 34 years of legal experience. Rated 4.4 out of 5 from 1 client review.
Kathy Laughter Laizure is a lawyer practicing alternative dispute resolution, appellate practice, labor & employment law and 6 other areas of law. Kathy received a degree from Memphis Cecil C. Humphreys School of Law, and has been licensed for 34 years. Kathy practices in Cordova, TN.
Kathy's approach to adr cases
Kathy Laughter Laizure is a lawyer practicing alternative dispute resolution, appellate practice, labor & employment law and 6 other areas of law. Kathy received a degree from Memphis Cecil C. Humphreys School of Law, and has been licensed for 34 years. Kathy practices in Cordova, TN.
Clients Kathy works with
Kathy reviews new inquiries case-by-case for adr, appellate, and employment matters in Cordova and the surrounding Tennessee area.
Credentials
Education, bar admissions, and languages
Memphis Cecil C. Humphreys School of Law
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Jurisdictions
Kathy's state bar admissions
Tennessee
1992 · ACTIVE
Kathy studied at — in Memphis Cecil C. Humphreys School of Law.
Law school and academic background
Kathy completed — in Memphis Cecil C. Humphreys School of Law. Formal legal training is one signal of substantive knowledge — the day-to-day practice Kathy runs in Tennessee is where that training gets applied to real client questions.
Recognition
Recognition and thought leadership
Kathy has received 1 formal recognition from bar associations, industry bodies, and peer-review services.
BV Distinguished
Legal awards and honors
BV Distinguished.
Affiliations
Kathy's professional memberships and bar associations
Memphis, Tennessee and Federal Bar Associations Association for Women Attorneys
membership
Locations
Kathy Laughter Laizure's office in Cordova
Kathy's primary office is at 180 Viking Dr, Cordova, TN, 38018-7264. In-person meetings are by appointment; a phone intake usually comes first.
Client feedback
Client reviews of Kathy Laughter Laizure — 4.4/5 rating from 1 verified client review
Every review below is from a verified client of Kathy. Reviews cover communication, case outcome, and value — the three signals that matter most when comparing adr attorneys in Cordova.
4.4
1 client review
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How to hire Kathy Laughter Laizure — what to expect in your first consultation
Working with a new adr attorney should feel structured. Here's how the first two conversations with Kathy usually go, from the moment you request a consult to the day representation begins.
Consultation formats and pricing
Kathy charges for the initial consult. That fee is credited toward representation if you retain Kathy'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; Kathy will tell you what matters and what doesn't.
Questions to ask a adr attorney in Cordova, Tennessee
A short list to run through before you commit: How many adr 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 Kathy
Kathy discusses fees during intake so the arrangement fits the matter. Contingency, hourly, and flat-fee options are all common in adr practice — ask which fits.
Hourly rates, contingency fees, and flat-fee options
Every adr 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. Kathy confirms the model in the engagement letter before any work starts.
Payment methods and payment plans
Kathy's office accepts standard payment methods. Ask about payment plans if the retainer is a stretch — many adr practices work with clients on structured schedules.
Frequently asked
Frequently asked questions about Kathy Laughter Laizure
How much does it cost to hire Kathy for a adr case?
Cost depends on the type of matter, the fee model (contingency, flat, hourly), and how contested the case becomes. Kathy walks through the likely range during the consult so there are no surprises.
Does Kathy offer a free consultation?
Kathy charges for the initial consult; that fee is credited toward representation if you retain Kathy's office. Some adr attorneys offer free consults — check Kathy's current terms during booking.
How long do adr cases in Tennessee typically take?
Simple adr 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. Kathy gives a realistic estimate for your facts at the consult — vague answers here are a red flag.
Can Kathy take my case if I'm outside Cordova?
Kathy 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 — Kathy 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 Kathy?
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. Kathy will filter what matters — over-preparing at intake is always cheaper than needing a second meeting.
Is Kathy accepting new adr clients right now?
Kathy's intake status shifts week to week. Submit the form; the office will confirm availability or refer the matter out.
Areas served
ADR attorneys serving Cordova, Nashville and Memphis in Tennessee
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