Memphis, TN

James “Jimmy” Harris III

Louisiana State Senator James “Jimmy” Harris III - Senate District 4. Senator Harris, is a true New Orleans native son, a graduate of St. Augustine High School. He received his Bachelors of Art in Psychology from Morehouse College and earned his Juris Doctorate from Southern University Law Center. Professionally, prior to being elected as the State Senator for senatorial District 4 he proudly served as the State Representative for House District 99. He is the former Director of Special Projects for Congressman Cedric Richmond of Louisiana’s 2nd Congressional District and the Director of State Relations for the City of New Orleans. He also served as the Legislative Advisor to State Representative Cedric Richmond for then-House District 101. Harris has held senior-level positions at the federal, state, and municipal levels of government. In addition to being the Louisiana State Senator, he currently serves as a Private Practice Attorney. As State Senator, Harris serves on the committees of Finance, Judiciary A (Vice-Chairman), Senate & Governmental Affairs and Legislative Audit Advisory Council; and serves as Chairman of the Louisiana Legislative Black Caucus, a member of the Democratic Caucus, the Orleans Delegation, and Latino Commission. Civically, Senator Harris is an active member of Zulu Social Aid and Pleasure Club and Omega Phi Psi Fraternity Inc. He also is a member of the Association of St. Augustine Alumni, Morehouse College Alumni Association, Louisiana Bar Association, and Louis A. Martinet Legal Society.

Don Donati

Don Donati is the founding attorney of Donati Law, PLLC, known for his ethical and honest approach to legal representation. He handles personal injury, employment law, and veterans' benefits cases. He has significant trial experience, including appearing before the United States Supreme Court. He earned his J.D. from the University of Tennessee in 1975 and a B.A. from Memphis State University in 1971. He is licensed in Tennessee, the Tennessee Supreme Court, U.S. Supreme Court, and various federal circuit and district courts. He has received numerous awards, including being recognized as a 'Power Player' by MBQ: Inside Memphis Business, 'Memphis Lawyer of the Year' by The Best Lawyers in America, and a 'Top 100 Lawyer' by Mid-South Super Lawyers.

Jeffrey S. Rosenblum

Jeffrey S. Rosenblum concentrates his legal practice in the areas of wrongful death, catastrophic injury, medical malpractice and civil rights law. Jeff also has a growing sports law practice where he has represented numerous professional athletes in matters related to anti-doping rules and regulations. Jeff has served as lead counsel in numerous personal injury, medical malpractice and civil rights jury trials and has successfully argued cases before both the state and federal appellate courts. Jeff has prevailed in some high profile cases such as a recent matter where he obtained an $8.5 million verdict in a medical malpractice case in which the defense refused to make any settlement offer prior to trial. He has also obtained numerous verdicts for his clients and has recovered tens of millions of dollars in settlements throughout the years. As his reputation as a premier trial lawyer has grown, Jeff has been able to settle multi-million dollar cases without even having to file suit, which has allowed him to obtain fair compensation to individuals and families without requiring them to wait for the timely litigation process to complete itself. However, it is Jeff's reputation as a trial lawyer that is willing to actually go to trial in all of his cases that allows him to obtain fair settlements early on for his clients. It is Jeff's belief that a defendant will never offer a fair settlement amount unless he/she knows that the plaintiff's lawyer is willing and able to try the case to a verdict. Jeff is one of only a few lawyers in this area that is a member of the Multi-Million Dollar Advocates Forum, signifying his repeated verdicts and/or settlements over $2,000,000. He has earned a reputation as an aggressive trial attorney and has been applauded for his creative approach in handling cases. He has been successful in handling a wide variety of cases ranging from motor vehicle accidents involving tractor trailers to attempted suicides at a local juvenile detention facility. He is routinely asked to speak on issues related to personal injury and civil rights law by his peers and various professional organizations. Jeff frequently appears as a legal pundit for the local news media. After graduating from law school with honors, Jeff clerked for the Honorable Robert McRae, a prominent federal judge who greatly influenced his legal philosophy. Jeff then practiced with a 500 person law firm in Dallas, Texas before returning to Memphis, Tennessee in 1993 to focus on catastrophic injury and individual rights law. To this day, he remains licensed in both Tennessee and Texas.

Chris Patterson

Chris Patterson serves as the Managing Partner at Patterson Bray focusing on business transactions, catastrophic personal injury cases, and general litigation. With over 20 years of legal experience, Chris has earned a reputation for his strategic prowess in handling complex corporate matters, including multiple business sales, acquisitions, and contract negotiations, delivering exceptional results for clients ranging from startups to Fortune 500 companies. His leadership drives the firm’s litigation practice, where he oversees high-stakes cases with a client-focused approach, combining meticulous attention to detail with a deep understanding of business dynamics. His results oriented approach has established him as a trusted advisor in both the legal and corporate arenas. Beyond his corporate expertise, Chris is a dedicated advocate for victims of catastrophic personal injuries, securing significant settlements and verdicts in cases involving significant injury and death. His compassionate yet determined approach ensures that clients receive both justice and the resources necessary for recovery. As Managing Partner, Chris cultivates a collaborative environment, mentoring a team of talented attorneys while advancing Patterson Bray’s mission to provide innovative legal solutions. His commitment to excellence is evident in his active participation in community boards and associations cementing his reputation as a thought leader in the field.

Matt Hardin

Matt Hardin is a second-generation attorney who grew up in Cookeville, Tennessee. He attended Rhodes College as an undergraduate before going on to obtain both his master’s and law degrees from the University of Tennessee. Matt’s practice is focused in the areas of plaintiff personal injury, car & tractor-trailer wrecks, wrongful death, medical malpractice, and premises liability. He practices law throughout all three grand divisions of the state of Tennessee and in Kentucky. He is the owner of Matt Hardin Law, PLLC. Matt is former President of the Tennessee Trial Lawyers Association (TTLA). He has previously held positions as Immediate Past President, Vice President, Secretary, Treasurer, and Parliamentarian within the TTLA. In 2024, Matt received the TTLA Trial Lawyer of the year award. Matt is currently a Trustee for LIFT (Lawyers Involved for Tennessee). He is a Fellow of the Nashville Bar Foundation. He is a member of the Nashville Bar Association, Tennessee Bar Association, Kentucky Bar Association, and Kentucky Justice Association. Matt is the former President of the Nashville Chapter of the Rhodes College Alumni Group. He is also former President of the Board of Directors for his fraternity Alpha Tau Omega’s chapter at Rhodes College. Matt has earned AV Preeminent® certification by Martindale-Hubbell® Peer Review Ratings™. He has been recognized by Best Lawyers® and has been named among the “10 Best in Tennessee” for Client Satisfaction by the American Institute of Personal Injury Attorneys. He is also a Mid-South Superlawyer. Matt is also an Eagle Scout. Prior to opening his own firm, Matt was a partner at Rudy, Wood, Winstead, Williams, and Hardin, PLLC. He also previously practiced at Thomason, Hendrix, Harvey, Johnson & Mitchell, PLLC in Memphis. Matt worked for five years as an insurance defense attorney before he concentrated his practice on representing plaintiffs. This background has given him valuable insight into how insurance companies evaluate and value cases. Matt and his wife Janet are proud parents to Henry, Grace, and Vivian. Matt loves watching and coaching his children’s many sports activities. He enjoys boating at Center Hill Lake with his family and friends, as well as playing golf, tennis, and lawyer league softball. Matt and Janet are members of West End United Methodist Church in Nashville, where Matt previously served as chair of the Finance Committee. Matt is always on the search for perfect southern barbeque and remains convinced that the Tennessee Vols football team will, this season, return to glory.

William "Billy" Ryan

William "Billy" Ryan is a Certified Civil Trial Specialist by the National Board of Trial Advocacy, known for his passionate and meticulous approach. He handles workers' compensation, personal injury, employment law, and wage and hour violations. He is licensed in Tennessee, Mississippi, the U.S. Supreme Court, and various federal circuit and district courts. He earned his J.D. from the University of Mississippi and a B.A. in History from the University of Tennessee. He has been consistently recognized on the Super Lawyers® list and Best Lawyers in America®, including being named the 2026 Best Lawyers® “Lawyer of the Year” for Employment Law - Individuals.

Marc E. Reisman

Marc Reisman focuses his practice in the areas of catastrophic personal injury and wrongful death law. His greatest pride in his practice is the ability to work directly with his clients who have entrusted him with their case, generally involving very serious injuries or a tragic loss of life. Marc has been honored by The National Trial Lawyer as a Top 100 Trial Lawyer in Tennessee and has been selected as a US News Best Lawyer®. He also meticulously concentrates on legal research and writing and oversees the Firm's appellate practice securing the judgments and verdicts obtained on behalf of its clients. Upon graduating from law school, Marc had the privilege of working as a judicial law clerk for Tennessee's Appellate Courts. He first worked for the Honorable Alan E. Highers on the Tennessee Court of Appeals, and following that, he served as a judicial law clerk for the Honorable Paul G. Summers on the Tennessee Court of Criminal Appeals. Marc enjoys the practice of law, in large part, due to the relationships he has established with lawyers and judges in Memphis, Shelby County, and around the country. He is an active member of the local bar association, having served on and chaired numerous committees. He has been elected to a variety of nonprofit organizations’ Boards of Directors and is very active in the community. Marc has been selected by the Tennessee Supreme Court to serve as a hearing officer for the Board of Professional Responsibility and serves on the Tennessee Board of Law Examiners Investigation Committee. Marc is a Fellow of the Memphis Bar Foundation and currently serves as the President of its Board of Directors. In addition to being a passionate advocate for the clients of his firm, Marc donates numerous hours every year, providing vital pro bono legal services to many who are not able to afford legal representation. In recognition of his efforts, the Supreme Court's Access to Justice Commission has for many years awarded him the "Attorney for Justice" designation. Marc is married to Jan, and has two sons, Jeffrey and Jeremy.