Franklin Cooper & Marcus

Welcome to Franklin, Cooper & Marcus, PLLC, a prestigious law firm located in the heart of Chattanooga, Tennessee. Our firm is committed to providing exceptional legal services, with a focus on open communication, responsiveness, and a comprehensive understanding of the law. Our attorneys have a collective experience of over 90 years, ensuring that our clients receive the highest quality representation.

Our Attorneys

Our team of attorneys includes some of the most experienced legal professionals in the region. One of our attorneys has represented clients for over 40 years, two have over 30 years of experience, and the fourth has over 20 years of practice experience. Our attorneys are dedicated to staying current with the latest legal trends and developments, ensuring that our clients receive the most effective and innovative representation possible.

Practice Areas

At Franklin, Cooper & Marcus, PLLC, we offer a wide range of legal services, including:

• Insurance Defense: We represent insurance companies and their insureds in various areas, including automobile, premises, commercial, construction, workers' compensation, and products liability claims. Our experience in insurance defense allows us to provide our clients with effective and knowledgeable representation.
• Business Disputes: Our attorneys represent individuals and companies in business disputes, including contractual issues. We understand the complexities of business disputes and work diligently to resolve them efficiently and effectively.
• Medical Malpractice Defense: We provide medical malpractice defense for physicians, medical groups, hospitals, and other medical care facilities. Our attorneys have the experience and knowledge necessary to mount a strong defense in these complex cases.
• Mediation and Arbitration: Our attorneys have extensive experience in alternative dispute resolution, including mediation and arbitration. Three of our attorneys are Tennessee Supreme Court Rule 31 Listed General Civil Mediators, highlighting our commitment to finding effective and efficient resolutions to legal disputes.
• Personal Injury: We protect the rights of individuals and companies under a variety of circumstances, from motor vehicle accidents and defective products to negligently maintained property. Our attorneys work tirelessly to ensure that our clients receive the compensation they deserve.
• Insurance Law: We provide coverage opinions and representation in first-party claims. Our experience in insurance law allows us to guide our clients through the complexities of insurance law issues, insurance claims, and insurance-related litigation.
• General Civil Litigation: Our attorneys are experienced in civil litigation, covering a wide variety of subject areas and issues. We represent clients in state and federal courts, providing knowledgeable and effective representation.

Communication and Responsiveness

We understand that legal issues can cause stress and uncertainty. That's why we prioritize communication and responsiveness, working hard to make ourselves available when our clients need questions answered and keeping them continually updated regarding the status of their legal issues. Our attorneys are committed to providing personalized attention and tailored representation to each of our clients.

Availability

Our offices are open from 8:00 am until 5:00 pm, Monday through Friday. We understand that life can be busy, and that's why we offer evening and weekend appointments upon request. We are committed to accommodating our clients' schedules and providing flexible appointment options.

Service Area

We represent individuals throughout southeast Tennessee and northwest Georgia, including Cleveland, Charleston, Madisonville, Sweetwater, Benton, Tellico Plains, Athens, Decatur, Dayton, Pikeville, Dunlap, Jasper, Winchester, Tracy City, Manchester, and Tullahoma. Our attorneys are licensed to practice in Tennessee and Georgia, allowing us to provide representation in both states.