The client-centered practice of Melanie concentrates on providing aggressive litigation to complex cases.  Her experience, knowledge, and exceptional work ethic anchor the development of trial strategies unique to each case to produce positive outcomes for clients.  Melanie has a passion to serve others both through her legal practice and through community involvement.  Her purpose is rooted in contributing to basic humanity, helping people, and serving others.

Her community and organizational involvement includes serving as a member of the Domestic Violence State Coordinating Council, appointed by the Secretary of State for Tennessee. Melanie has been an active member of TACDL for more than twenty years, serving as the 2024/2025 President.  She has served as a two-time member of the TACDL Board of Directors and formerly served as the Legislative Committee Chair. Melanie has served on the Executive Committee for TACDL for four years and will continue to serve in that capacity in 2025/2026. Throughout her service to TACDL, she has regularly represented the organization in its legislative initiatives, including working with legislators on the development of policies and providing testimony to various committees at the legislature.

She was appointed by the Tennessee Supreme Court to serve as a member of the Hearing Committee for the Tennessee Board of Professional Responsibility, a position she held from 2011 to 2017.

In 2013, Melanie was recognized by Cumberland University with the Distinguished Alumni Award, where she previously served as a professor teaching Constitutional and Criminal Law.  She was the recipient of the Robert W. Ritchie Award from the Tennessee Association of Criminal Defense Lawyers in 2016 and the Workhorse Award from the Tennessee Association of Criminal Defense Lawyers in 2010.

Melanie is originally from Clay County, Tennessee, and still contributes to the family farms on which she was raised.   While Melanie maintains her heritage in Clay County, she is a current resident of Lebanon, Tennessee, where she is a partner at the law firm of Lannom & Williams, PLLC, and a church member at The Bridge Fellowship.

I understand that any type of legal matter is difficult, but particularly those involving family law. For over twenty years, my practice has focused on representing clients facing everything from divorce and child custody disputes to termination of parental rights, post-divorce modifications of child-custody and alimony, as well as serving as a Rule 31 Listed Family Mediator in many cases each year.

As a Rule 31 Listed Family Mediator, I mediate cases for individuals in Wilson, Smith, Jackson, Macon, Trousdale, Rutherford, Davidson, and Sumner counties. Rule 31 Mediation is an informal process where parties discuss mutually acceptable resolutions to disputed issues, and the neutral mediator facilitates the discussions. This collaborative resolution to divorce, child custody, and post-divorce issues is less emotionally and financially impactful than taking a case to court. In mediation, resolution to issues such as custody and parenting plans, child support, division of assets and debts, and alimony are discussed with a goal to resolve the same outside of court.

While I encourage mediation, it is not always possible to resolve the case using a form of alternative dispute resolution. In those cases where litigation is necessary, I have many years of courtroom experience that are beneficial in preparing a client for the fight. I take the time to carefully research and prepare for every client’s case, as the case is clearly a pivotal event in life. When we go to court, my clients are aware of their rights regarding alimony, child support, visitation, property division, and any other issues before the court.

I am passionate about advocacy and my community. I grew up in Watertown, Tennessee, where I currently serve as a municipal court judge. I have spent time as a volunteer community basketball and softball coach; helped organize and participate in the 15th Judicial District Child Advocacy Center’s benefit softball game for several years; and have participated in Relay for Life, Sherry’s Run, Habitat for Humanity, Christmas 4 Kids, and have been a sponsor for the Kids Battle Diabetes Golf Tournament. I am a member of the Tennessee Bar Association and the TBA’s Family Law Section, as well as being a member of the 15th Judicial District Bar Association, serving as president in 2024.

Amanda has served the clients of the Family Law Division for 20 years. She patiently works with clients to support their needs and the attorney’s strategy for each case. By assisting our attorneys over the years, Amanda has prepared thousands of cases for jury and bench trials, including review and management of evidentiary exhibits necessary to execute a winning trial strategy.

Amanda is a native of Columbia, Tennessee. She currently resides in Castalian Springs with her husband, two children, and beloved bulldogs. She is an avid Alabama fan…Roll Tide.

Renee began her legal career in 1995 and has been with the Family Law Division for 5 years providing management of the firm’s overall responsibilities and scheduling. Renee supports our clients and attorneys by working directly with clients through the discovery process and obtaining evidence collection from third parties and entities. Her kind and calming demeanor eases client fears during the litigation process and helps clients through what is often a difficult and life-changing experience.

She is a native of Wilson County and has one son and a beloved granddog, Drako. When she is not at the beach and spending time outdoors, she is often selflessly helping her family and friends.

Michelle has worked in the legal field for more than 25 years. Her lengthy career has been devoted to family law cases, and supporting families who are navigating the challenges of divorce, custody, and other family law matters. Michelle has guided thousands of clients through the legal process, and she has served the Family Law Division for more than 9 years providing experienced case and workflow management.

Michelle is a native of Lebanon, Wilson County, Tennessee. She is the proud grandmother of 6 grandchildren, who love their “Lolly”. She lives in Lebanon with her Husband, Roger.

Penny has worked in the legal field for more than 27 years.  Highly experienced and respected paralegal by not only by her peers and other attorneys, her compassionate and kind attitude provides comfort and strength to the clients she serves. She combines a strong work ethic with a commonsense attitude that clients easily relate.

Over her lengthy career, she has worked in almost every area of the legal field, including criminal and civil litigation; social security, workers’ compensation, real estate, family law, adoption, estate planning and probate.

Penny has served our firm and clients for the last 5 years in the Family Law Division. She is the Mother of 3, and grandmother to 10.  She is a proud native of Smith County, Tennessee, and a member of Living Water Ministries, and serves as the church secretary.