Tennessee Personal Injury Legal Costs & Attorney Fees

A comprehensive breakdown of what personal injury legal representation costs in Tennessee (TN), including contingency fees, court filing fees, deposition expenses, and expert witness costs.

33%

Avg. Contingency Fee

$250 – $350

Court Filing Fee

$500 – $1,500

Deposition Cost

$3,000 – $9,000

Expert Witness Fee

Fee Cap Rules in Tennessee

Medical malpractice contingency fees capped at 33.3% under Tennessee Code

Key Facts About Legal Costs in Tennessee

Tennessee has a 33.3% cap on medical malpractice contingency fees

Modified comparative fault state with a 50% bar

Nashville and Memphis are the primary PI litigation venues

Understanding Contingency Fees in Tennessee

Most personal injury attorneys in Tennessee work on a contingency fee basis, meaning you pay no upfront costs. The attorney only gets paid if you win your case or receive a settlement. The standard rate is 33% of the total recovery.

In addition to the contingency fee, you may be responsible for case costs such as court filing fees ($250 – $350), deposition costs ($500 – $1,500), and expert witness fees ($3,000 – $9,000). Many attorneys advance these costs and deduct them from your settlement.

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