Louis P. Britt III, Employment Attorney in Memphis, Tennessee
focused on Employment and Litigation
Memphis, TN
Trusted employment attorney serving Memphis.
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Louis P. Britt III is an attorney based in Memphis, TENNESSEE. The practice focuses on Employment and Litigation.
- Based in
- Memphis, TENNESSEE
- Experience
- attorney
- Known for
- Employment · Litigation
- Handles Employment and Litigation matters from Memphis, TENNESSEE.
- Recognized with Lawyer of the Year — Employment Law - Management (Memphis) (2025).
About Louis P. Britt III: Louis P. Britt III is an attorney based in Memphis, TENNESSEE. The practice focuses on Employment and Litigation.
Areas of practice
Louis's practice areas in Memphis
Louis concentrates on employment and litigation. Each area below outlines the kind of case Louis handles, typical outcomes to expect, and how the intake process starts.
Employment cases in Memphis, Tennessee
Louis takes employment matters in Memphis, 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 Louis agrees to represent you.
Litigation cases in Memphis, Tennessee
Louis takes litigation matters in Memphis, 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 Louis agrees to represent you.
Biography
Louis P. Britt III, employment attorney serving Memphis
Louis P. Britt III is an attorney based in Memphis, TENNESSEE. The practice focuses on Employment and Litigation. Louis works from Memphis, Tennessee and takes on employment matters across the region.
Louis Britt is the Regional Managing Partner for FordHarrison's Memphis, Nashville and Dallas offices.
He concentrates his practice on employment litigation and advice, representing private and public employers in a broad range of employment matters. Louis handles employment discrimination and harassment cases (Title VII, ADA, ADEA and FMLA), wage/hour matters, enforcement and defense of restrictive covenants contained in employment agreements, and employment-related torts. He is experienced in complex and class action litigation, and has tried cases in state and federal courts across the country. Louis has extensive experience in public sector representation in both litigation and collective bargaining.
Louis is a member of the Labor and Employment Section of the American Bar Association; the Labor Section of the Tennessee Bar Association (Chair, Executive Council, 2008-2009); and the Memphis Bar Association (Board of Directors, 2008-2009), Labor and Employment Section. He is a chapter editor for The Fair Labor Standards Act (ABA), and is a frequent speaker on employment law matters. In recognition of his accomplishments, Louis was inducted as a Fellow in the National College of Labor and Employment Lawyers in 2010.
Louis's approach to employment cases
Louis Britt is the Regional Managing Partner for FordHarrison's Memphis, Nashville and Dallas offices. He concentrates his practice on employment litigation and advice, representing private and public employers in a broad range of employment matters. Louis handles employment discrimination and harassment cases (Title VII, ADA, ADEA and FMLA), wage/hour matters, enforcement and defense of…
The kind of cases Louis takes
Louis reviews new inquiries case-by-case for employment and litigation matters in Memphis and the surrounding Tennessee area.
Credentials
Credentials — where Louis studied and practices
Tulane University
J.D. · 1977
University of Memphis
— · 1974
Louis studied at J.D. in Tulane University and — in University of Memphis.
Law school and academic background
Louis completed J.D. in Tulane University and — in University of Memphis. Formal legal training is one signal of substantive knowledge — the day-to-day practice Louis runs in Tennessee is where that training gets applied to real client questions.
Recognition
Louis's legal honors and published work
Louis has received 21 formal recognitions from bar associations, industry bodies, and peer-review services.
Lawyer of the Year — Employment Law - Management (Memphis)
2025
Lawyer of the Year — Labor Law - Management (Memphis)
2024
Lawyer of the Year — Litigation - Labor and Employment (Memphis)
2024
Lawyer of the Year — Labor Law - Management (Memphis)
2021
Lawyer of the Year — Litigation - Labor and Employment (Memphis)
2018
Lawyer of the Year — Labor Law - Management (Memphis)
2014
Lawyer of the Year — Employment Law - Management (Memphis)
2013
Best Lawyers in America — Employment Law - Management
2026
Best Lawyers in America — Labor Law - Management
2026
Best Lawyers in America — Litigation - Labor and Employment
2026
Best Lawyers in America — Additional Areas of Practice:
2026
Best Lawyers in America — Municipal Law
2026
Best Lawyers in America — Special Focus:
2026
Best Lawyers in America — Class Actions
2026
Best Lawyers in America — COVID-19
2026
Best Lawyers in America — Defense
2026
Best Lawyers in America — Litigation
2026
Best Lawyers in America — Management
2026
Best Lawyers in America — Testing
2026
Best Lawyers in America — Title VII Litigation
2026
Best Lawyers in America — Wage-Hour Law
2026
Legal awards and honors
Lawyer of the Year — Employment Law - Management (Memphis) (2025). Lawyer of the Year — Labor Law - Management (Memphis) (2024). Lawyer of the Year — Litigation - Labor and Employment (Memphis) (2024). Lawyer of the Year — Labor Law - Management (Memphis) (2021). Lawyer of the Year — Litigation - Labor and Employment (Memphis) (2018). Lawyer of the Year — Labor Law - Management (Memphis) (2014).
Locations
Louis P. Britt III's office in Memphis
Louis's primary office is at 1715 Aaron Brenner Drive, Suite 200, Memphis, Tennessee, 38120. In-person meetings are by appointment; a phone intake usually comes first.
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Schedule your consultationHiring guide
How to hire Louis P. Britt III — what to expect in your first consultation
Working with a new employment attorney should feel structured. Here's how the first two conversations with Louis usually go, from the moment you request a consult to the day representation begins.
Consultation formats and pricing
Louis charges for the initial consult. That fee is credited toward representation if you retain Louis'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; Louis will tell you what matters and what doesn't.
Questions to ask a employment attorney in Memphis, Tennessee
A short list to run through before you commit: How many employment 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 Louis
Louis discusses fees during intake so the arrangement fits the matter. Contingency, hourly, and flat-fee options are all common in employment practice — ask which fits.
Hourly rates, contingency fees, and flat-fee options
Every employment 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. Louis confirms the model in the engagement letter before any work starts.
Payment methods and payment plans
Louis's office accepts standard payment methods. Ask about payment plans if the retainer is a stretch — many employment practices work with clients on structured schedules.
Frequently asked
Frequently asked questions about Louis P. Britt III
How much does it cost to hire Louis for a employment case?
Cost depends on the type of matter, the fee model (contingency, flat, hourly), and how contested the case becomes. Louis walks through the likely range during the consult so there are no surprises.
Does Louis offer a free consultation?
Louis charges for the initial consult; that fee is credited toward representation if you retain Louis's office. Some employment attorneys offer free consults — check Louis's current terms during booking.
How long do employment cases in Tennessee typically take?
Simple employment 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. Louis gives a realistic estimate for your facts at the consult — vague answers here are a red flag.
Can Louis take my case if I'm outside Memphis?
Louis 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 — Louis 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 Louis?
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. Louis will filter what matters — over-preparing at intake is always cheaper than needing a second meeting.
Is Louis accepting new employment clients right now?
Louis's intake status shifts week to week. Submit the form; the office will confirm availability or refer the matter out.
Areas served
Employment attorneys serving Memphis, Nashville and Knoxville in Tennessee
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