Business Details
31 Years
experience
Your Trusted Legal Partner in Knoxville, TN
Since 1995, our firm has dedicated itself to delivering exceptional legal counsel and representation. Our team of attorneys brings over 160 years of combined experience, serving clients ranging from individuals to Fortune 500 corporations. We combine a deep respect for legal tradition with innovative strategies tailored to modern challenges. Our multidisciplinary approach ensures comprehensive solutions across civil litigation, insurance defense, real estate, and estate planning. With a full support staff of paralegals and legal professionals, we maintain a client-focused philosophy that prioritizes clear communication and strategic advocacy.Our attorneys hold memberships in prestigious bar associations and professional organizations, reflecting our commitment to legal excellence. We pride ourselves on building long-term relationships through integrity, expertise, and measurable results. Our practice areas span tort defense, commercial litigation, medical malpractice, and complex transactional matters. This balanced approach to legal service has established us as trusted advisors in both local and national legal communities.
Services
General Civil Practice
Federal Practice
Torts
Commercial Trial Practice
Insurance Defense
Personal Injury
Products Liability
Medical Malpractice
Workers Compensation
Real Estate
Details
- Year established: 1995
Highlights and features
- We offer 160+ years of combined legal experience across diverse practice areas
- Our full-service team includes specialized attorneys and support professionals
- We maintain active memberships in national legal associations and bar organizations
- Our practice combines traditional legal principles with modern case strategies
- We provide tailored solutions for both individual and corporate clients
Services
General Civil Practice
Our general civil practice handles complex litigation matters including contract disputes, property conflicts, and business torts. Attorneys provide strategic representation in both state and federal courts. We focus on efficient resolution through negotiation, mediation, or trial advocacy when necessary.
Insurance Defense
We represent insurance companies in coverage disputes, bad faith claims, and policyholder litigation. Our team specializes in defending complex insurance matters with a focus on cost-effective solutions. Services include claim evaluation, litigation strategy, and appellate representation.
Estate Planning
Our estate planning attorneys create customized solutions for asset protection and wealth transfer. Services include wills, trusts, power of attorney documents, and tax-efficient planning strategies. We help clients navigate probate proceedings and administer estates with professional guidance.
Medical Malpractice
We defend healthcare providers against malpractice claims through thorough investigation and expert witness preparation. Our team handles hospital liability, surgical errors, and diagnostic disputes. We focus on minimizing exposure while maintaining client reputation.
Commercial Litigation
Our commercial litigation practice resolves business conflicts including partnership disputes, shareholder disagreements, and contract enforcement. We represent corporations in complex commercial cases with emphasis on protecting business interests and minimizing operational disruption.
People
James S. MacDonald
President
With over 45 years of legal experience, James S. MacDonald leads our firm's tort and commercial litigation practice. He graduated from University of Tennessee with both B.S. and J.D. degrees in 1971 and 1973 respectively.
Dallas T. Reynolds, III
Member
Dallas T. Reynolds specializes in insurance defense and civil litigation. He earned his J.D. from University of Tennessee in 1994 after completing B.S. studies at University of Illinois with high honors in 1991.
Arnold G. Cohen
Attorney
Arnold G. Cohen brings extensive transactional expertise with 55+ years of legal experience. He holds J.D. and LL.M. degrees in taxation from Georgetown and George Washington Universities, specializing in estate planning and business law.
Questions
What areas of law does Dunn, MacDonald & Reynolds specialize in?
We specialize in general civil practice, insurance defense, medical malpractice, commercial litigation, and estate planning. Our attorneys handle both trial and appellate matters in state and federal courts.
How much legal experience does your firm have?
Our attorneys collectively have over 160 years of legal experience, with individual practitioners having 25-55 years of specialized expertise in their respective practice areas.
Do you represent both individuals and corporations?
Yes, we represent a diverse client base including individuals, small businesses, and Fortune 500 companies across various industries in both litigation and transactional matters.
What makes your firm different from other law firms?
We combine traditional legal values with modern strategies, maintaining a client-focused approach while leveraging our collective experience to deliver practical, cost-effective solutions.
How do you handle complex legal cases?
We employ a team-based approach with specialized attorneys collaborating on complex matters. Our strategy includes early case assessment, discovery planning, and leveraging technology for efficient case management.
Reviews (2)
John
Aug 27, 2024
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Dallas Reynolds has defended several cases that I filed. I also tried a personal injury jury case against him. Dallas is always well prepared and does a great job for his clients. He is honest and straight up. I highly recommend him.
Martin
Aug 07, 2024
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I have known Dallas for many years and know him to possess impeccable skills and to be of excellent moral character!
