Marye Helen Owen, Business Attorney in Memphis, Tennessee
focused on Business, Health Care, and Tax
Memphis, TN
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Marye Helen Owen is an attorney based in Memphis, TENNESSEE. The practice focuses on Business, Health Care, and Tax.
- Based in
- Memphis, TENNESSEE
- Experience
- attorney
- Known for
- Business · Health Care · Tax
- Handles Business, Health Care, and Tax matters from Memphis, TENNESSEE.
- Recognized with Lawyer of the Year — Tax Law (Memphis) (2017).
About Marye Helen Owen: Marye Helen Owen is an attorney based in Memphis, TENNESSEE. The practice focuses on Business, Health Care, and Tax.
Areas of practice
Legal matters Marye takes on
Marye concentrates on business, health care, tax, and trusts. Each area below outlines the kind of case Marye handles, typical outcomes to expect, and how the intake process starts.
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Trusts
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Business cases in Memphis, Tennessee
Marye 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 Marye agrees to represent you.
Health Care cases in Memphis, Tennessee
Marye takes health care 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 Marye agrees to represent you.
Tax cases in Memphis, Tennessee
Marye takes tax 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 Marye agrees to represent you.
Trusts cases in Memphis, Tennessee
Marye takes trusts 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 Marye agrees to represent you.
Biography
Meet Marye Helen Owen — business lawyer in Memphis
Marye Helen Owen is an attorney based in Memphis, TENNESSEE. The practice focuses on Business, Health Care, and Tax.
Marye Helen Owen is a top attorney recognized by Best Lawyers in the practice area(s) of Commercial Transactions / UCC Law, Corporate Law, Health Care Law, Tax Law and Trusts and Estates.
Marye Helen, who practices law in Memphis, Tennessee, has been recognized since 2008. This recognition is based on an exhaustive peer-review survey, reflecting the high esteem in which Marye Helen is held by other top lawyers in the same geographic and legal practice area.
How Marye handles business matters
Marye Helen Owen is a top attorney recognized by Best Lawyers in the practice area(s) of Commercial Transactions / UCC Law, Corporate Law, Health Care Law, Tax Law and Trusts and Estates. Marye Helen, who practices law in Memphis, Tennessee, has been recognized since 2008. This recognition is based on an exhaustive peer-review survey, reflecting the high esteem in which Marye Helen is held by…
Who Marye represents
Marye reviews new inquiries case-by-case for business, health care, and tax matters in Memphis and the surrounding Tennessee area.
Credentials
Education, bar admissions, and languages
Southern Methodist University
J.D. · 1983
Marye studied at J.D. in Southern Methodist University.
Law school and academic background
Marye completed J.D. in Southern Methodist University. Formal legal training is one signal of substantive knowledge — the day-to-day practice Marye runs in Tennessee is where that training gets applied to real client questions.
Recognition
Recognition and thought leadership
Marye has received 6 formal recognitions from bar associations, industry bodies, and peer-review services.
Lawyer of the Year — Tax Law (Memphis)
2017
Best Lawyers in America — Commercial Transactions / UCC Law
2026
Best Lawyers in America — Corporate Law
2026
Best Lawyers in America — Health Care Law
2026
Best Lawyers in America — Tax Law
2026
Best Lawyers in America — Trusts and Estates
2026
Legal awards and honors
Lawyer of the Year — Tax Law (Memphis) (2017). Best Lawyers in America — Commercial Transactions / UCC Law (2026). Best Lawyers in America — Corporate Law (2026). Best Lawyers in America — Health Care Law (2026). Best Lawyers in America — Tax Law (2026). Best Lawyers in America — Trusts and Estates (2026).
Locations
Marye Helen Owen's office in Memphis
Marye's primary office is at 999 South Shady Grove Road, Suite 500, Memphis, Tennessee, 38120. In-person meetings are by appointment; a phone intake usually comes first.
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How to hire Marye Helen Owen — what to expect in your first consultation
Working with a new business attorney should feel structured. Here's how the first two conversations with Marye usually go, from the moment you request a consult to the day representation begins.
Consultation formats and pricing
Marye charges for the initial consult. That fee is credited toward representation if you retain Marye'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; Marye 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 Marye
Marye 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. Marye confirms the model in the engagement letter before any work starts.
Payment methods and payment plans
Marye'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 Marye Helen Owen
How much does it cost to hire Marye for a business case?
Cost depends on the type of matter, the fee model (contingency, flat, hourly), and how contested the case becomes. Marye walks through the likely range during the consult so there are no surprises.
Does Marye offer a free consultation?
Marye charges for the initial consult; that fee is credited toward representation if you retain Marye's office. Some business attorneys offer free consults — check Marye'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. Marye gives a realistic estimate for your facts at the consult — vague answers here are a red flag.
Can Marye take my case if I'm outside Memphis?
Marye 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 — Marye 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 Marye?
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. Marye will filter what matters — over-preparing at intake is always cheaper than needing a second meeting.
Is Marye accepting new business clients right now?
Marye'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
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