Meridian strengthens legal expertise with new member hire - samuel D. payne
Brentwood, February 12, 2024 – Meridian Law, PLLC, a leading business, employment, and insurance litigation law firm, is excited to announce the addition of Samuel D. Payne to its team of legal professionals. With a proven track record of success and a wealth of experience in labor and employment, ERISA, and insurance litigation, Payne joins Meridian Law as a Member, further enhancing the firm's capabilities and commitment to delivering exceptional legal service.
Sam Payne brings over 30 years of expertise representing both plaintiffs and defendants in personal injury and insurance defense matters, as well as other complex litigation including ERISA long-term disability and retirement benefits, complex business litigation, and labor and employment (L & E) litigation and training.
Sam has a stellar reputation for achieving favorable outcomes for clients and his dedication to excellence align with Meridian's core values. Sam earned his law degree from Vanderbilt Law School and has earned a reputation as a seasoned litigator. He has successfully handled a wide range of complex cases, earning recognition for his strategic thinking, legal acumen, and dedication to client advocacy.
"To say we are thrilled to welcome Sam to our team would be an understatement," said Tom Shumate, Managing Member at Meridian Law. "His impressive background and commitment to client success make him an excellent addition to our firm. As we continue to grow and evolve, Sam will play a pivotal role in advancing our mission of providing top-tier legal services to our clients. Meridian got a lot stronger today."
This addition to Meridian’s team demonstrates the firm's ongoing commitment to expanding its capabilities and maintaining a position of leadership in the legal industry. Sam will contribute to the firm's success by leveraging its expertise to drive positive outcomes for clients and bolster Meridian Law's reputation across Tennessee.
Meridian is a Tennessee-based law firm whose practice areas include business, contract, and employment litigation; unfair competition and trade secret disputes; personal injury and wrongful death actions; insurance defense; corporate and securities, and estate planning and probate. With a team of dedicated legal professionals, Meridian Law is known for its unwavering commitment to client success, strategic legal approach, and exceptional client service. Meridian Law provides a comprehensive range of legal services to clients across Tennessee that range in size from international corporations to individuals with particular legal needs. For more information, please visit Meridian.Law.