Business Details
Trusted Legal Representation in Chattanooga
Horton Ballard & Pemerton is a Chattanooga-based law firm with nearly a century of combined legal experience across Tennessee, Georgia, and Alabama. Our team of dedicated attorneys specializes in family law, personal injury, business law, estate planning, and real estate litigation, providing aggressive yet strategic representation tailored to each client's needs. We prioritize prompt communication, personalized service, and transparent advocacy, ensuring clients receive actionable legal solutions backed by decades of courtroom expertise.Our practice spans mediation, contract negotiations, probate administration, and complex litigation, serving individuals and businesses facing high-stakes legal challenges. With a focus on community-driven service, we maintain deep familiarity with local courts and regulations while upholding national standards of professional excellence. Our commitment to client education and proactive legal strategy has earned consistent recognition from peers and clients alike.
Services
Family Law
Personal Injury
Business Law
Estate Planning
Real Estate Law
Highlights and features
- We offer nearly 100 years of combined legal experience across multiple practice areas
- Our attorneys are licensed in Tennessee, Georgia, and Alabama with local court expertise
- We provide personalized client service with direct attorney communication
- Our team handles complex litigation and transactional matters with equal proficiency
- We offer free initial consultations and transparent legal guidance
What people say
Very personal
Tremendously helpful
Amazing team
Quick to respond
Professional representation
Services
Family Law
Our family law practice handles divorce proceedings, child custody disputes, property division, and alimony negotiations with compassionate yet assertive representation. We guide clients through Tennessee's legal requirements while prioritizing their family's best interests. Our attorneys combine mediation expertise with trial readiness to achieve favorable outcomes in complex domestic matters.
Personal Injury
We represent clients injured in motor vehicle accidents, premises liability cases, and wrongful death scenarios. Our litigation team pursues maximum compensation for medical expenses, lost wages, and emotional damages through aggressive negotiation and courtroom advocacy. With experience in insurance dispute resolution, we protect clients' rights against corporate and individual negligence.
Business Law
Our business law services include entity formation, contract drafting, and dispute resolution for corporations and small businesses. We provide strategic counsel on commercial transactions, employment agreements, and litigation matters in state and federal courts. Our attorneys combine transactional expertise with trial experience to protect business interests throughout Tennessee's commercial landscape.
Estate Planning
We create comprehensive estate plans using wills, trusts, and healthcare directives to ensure asset distribution according to client wishes. Our probate practice handles estate administration and litigation, resolving disputes over will validity and inheritance rights. We serve clients with diverse asset portfolios across Tennessee and North Georgia.
Real Estate Law
Our real estate practice covers residential and commercial transactions, title disputes, and construction litigation. We represent buyers, sellers, and developers in contract negotiations, zoning issues, and mechanics lien enforcement. With deep knowledge of local land use regulations, we facilitate smooth property transactions and resolve complex real estate conflicts.
People
William H. Horton
Attorney
Practicing since 1971 with focus on commercial real estate and family law. Graduated from University of Tennessee Law School. Provides strategic counsel in business transactions and complex divorce cases.
Carol Morris Ballard
Attorney
Specializes in appellate practice and business formations. Graduated from University of Tennessee Knoxville School of Law. Handles estate planning and probate matters with emphasis on client asset protection.
Bill W. Pemerton
Attorney
Personal injury and family law specialist since 2005. Certified mediator under Tennessee Supreme Court Rule 31. Focuses on wrongful death cases and contested divorce proceedings with aggressive advocacy approach.
Megan England
Attorney
Supports firm's litigation and transactional practices. Assists with case management and client communication across multiple practice areas while maintaining focus on personalized legal service delivery.
Questions
What areas of law does Horton, Ballard & Pemerton specialize in?
We specialize in family law, personal injury, business litigation, estate planning, real estate law, and construction disputes across Tennessee, Georgia, and Alabama.
How can I schedule a consultation with your attorneys?
Contact us at (423) 427-4944 to schedule a free initial consultation with our Chattanooga-based legal team.
What makes your firm different from other law practices?
Our combination of decades of local legal experience, direct attorney communication, and aggressive courtroom advocacy sets us apart in client service quality.
Do you handle cases outside Chattanooga?
Yes, our attorneys are licensed to practice in Tennessee, Georgia, and Alabama, serving clients across these states.
What payment options are available for legal services?
We accept most major credit cards and offer transparent fee structures tailored to each client's specific needs.
