Louise P. Gaerig, Business Attorney in Memphis, Tennessee
Over 34 years of legal practice · focused on Business, Employment, and General
Staff AttorneyatBass, Berry & Sims PLC
Memphis, TN
Practicing business in Memphis since 1992.
- 34+
- Years practicing
- 2
- Bar admissions
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Louise P. Gaerig is a staff attorney based in Memphis, TN. The practice focuses on Business, Employment, and General. Louise has over 34 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Bass, Berry & Sims PLC.
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- Memphis, TN
- Experience
- over 34 years
- Known for
- Business · Employment · General
- Handles Business, Employment, and General matters from Memphis, TN.
- Over 34 years of practice as a licensed attorney.
About Louise P. Gaerig: Louise P. Gaerig is a staff attorney based in Memphis, TN. The practice focuses on Business, Employment, and General. Louise has over 34 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Bass, Berry & Sims PLC.
Areas of practice
Legal matters Louise takes on
Louise concentrates on business, employment, general, m&a, and real estate. Each area below outlines the kind of case Louise handles, typical outcomes to expect, and how the intake process starts.
Business
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Employment
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General
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M&A
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Real Estate
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Business cases in Memphis, Tennessee
Louise takes business 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 Louise agrees to represent you.
Employment cases in Memphis, Tennessee
Louise 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 Louise agrees to represent you.
General cases in Memphis, Tennessee
Louise takes general 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 Louise agrees to represent you.
M&A cases in Memphis, Tennessee
Louise takes m&a 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 Louise agrees to represent you.
Real Estate cases in Memphis, Tennessee
Louise takes real estate 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 Louise agrees to represent you.
Biography
Meet Louise P. Gaerig — business lawyer in Memphis
Louise P. Gaerig is a staff attorney based in Memphis, TN. The practice focuses on Business, Employment, and General. Louise has over 34 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Bass, Berry & Sims PLC.
Louise P. Gaerig is a lawyer practicing real estate, mergers and acquisitions, corporate law and 5 other areas of law. Louise received a degree from Memphis Cecil C. Humphreys School of Law, and has been licensed for 34 years. Louise practices at Bass, Berry & Sims PLC in Memphis, TN.
Louise's approach to business cases
Louise P. Gaerig is a lawyer practicing real estate, mergers and acquisitions, corporate law and 5 other areas of law. Louise received a degree from Memphis Cecil C. Humphreys School of Law, and has been licensed for 34 years. Louise practices at Bass, Berry & Sims PLC in Memphis, TN.
The kind of cases Louise takes
Louise reviews new inquiries case-by-case for business, employment, and general matters in Memphis and the surrounding Tennessee area.
Credentials
Education, bar admissions, and languages
Memphis Cecil C. Humphreys School of Law
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Jurisdictions
Louise's state bar admissions
Arkansas
1993 · ACTIVE
Tennessee
1992 · ACTIVE
Louise studied at — in Memphis Cecil C. Humphreys School of Law.
Law school and academic background
Louise completed — in Memphis Cecil C. Humphreys School of Law. Formal legal training is one signal of substantive knowledge — the day-to-day practice Louise runs in Tennessee is where that training gets applied to real client questions.
Affiliations
Louise's professional memberships and bar associations
Memphis (Past Board Member, Young Lawyers Division, 1995-1997), Shelby County, Arkansas and Tennessee Bar Associations
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Locations
Louise P. Gaerig's office in Memphis
Louise's primary office is at Twr. at Peabody Pl., 100 Peabody Pl., Ste. 900, Memphis, TN, 38103. In-person meetings are by appointment; a phone intake usually comes first.
Bass, Berry & Sims PLC
Twr. at Peabody Pl., 100 Peabody Pl., Ste. 900
Memphis, TN 38103
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How to hire Louise P. Gaerig — what to expect in your first consultation
Working with a new business attorney should feel structured. Here's how the first two conversations with Louise usually go, from the moment you request a consult to the day representation begins.
Consultation formats and pricing
Louise charges for the initial consult. That fee is credited toward representation if you retain Louise'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; Louise will tell you what matters and what doesn't.
Questions to ask a business attorney in Memphis, Tennessee
A short list to run through before you commit: How many business 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 Louise
Louise discusses fees during intake so the arrangement fits the matter. Contingency, hourly, and flat-fee options are all common in business practice — ask which fits.
Hourly rates, contingency fees, and flat-fee options
Every business 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. Louise confirms the model in the engagement letter before any work starts.
Payment methods and payment plans
Louise's office accepts standard payment methods. Ask about payment plans if the retainer is a stretch — many business practices work with clients on structured schedules.
Frequently asked
Frequently asked questions about Louise P. Gaerig
How much does it cost to hire Louise for a business case?
Cost depends on the type of matter, the fee model (contingency, flat, hourly), and how contested the case becomes. Louise walks through the likely range during the consult so there are no surprises.
Does Louise offer a free consultation?
Louise charges for the initial consult; that fee is credited toward representation if you retain Louise's office. Some business attorneys offer free consults — check Louise's current terms during booking.
How long do business cases in Tennessee typically take?
Simple business 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. Louise gives a realistic estimate for your facts at the consult — vague answers here are a red flag.
Can Louise take my case if I'm outside Memphis?
Louise 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 — Louise 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 Louise?
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. Louise will filter what matters — over-preparing at intake is always cheaper than needing a second meeting.
Is Louise accepting new business clients right now?
Louise's intake status shifts week to week. Submit the form; the office will confirm availability or refer the matter out.
Areas served
Business attorneys serving Memphis, Nashville and Knoxville in Tennessee
Louise handles business matters throughout Tennessee. Each city below is a direct link into the search page for verified business attorneys in that community.
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