Additional Areas of Focus

At Butler, Vines & Babb, we understand that clients expect more than just legal representation — they expect trusted guidance grounded in experience and a deep understanding of the law. Since 1973, our Knoxville-based firm has proudly represented individuals and businesses of all sizes across a broad spectrum of legal matters.

Businesses today face complex regulatory environments at both the state and federal levels. Our attorneys are equipped to skillfully navigate these challenges on your behalf. From business formation and corporate governance to civil litigation, class actions, and workers’ compensation claims, we provide comprehensive legal support tailored to your specific needs. Whether you are launching a startup or managing a well-established enterprise, having a skilled business attorney is essential. We advise clients on everything from zoning and trademarks to incorporation, liability protection, and litigation defense.

In addition to business law, Butler, Vines & Babb offers trusted counsel and advocacy to individuals and businesses in areas including:

  • Estate Planning
  • Construction Law
  • Mediation Services
  • Contract Drafting and Disputes
  • Bankruptcy
  • Other Civil and Commercial Legal Matters

Every client receives the full attention of our experienced legal team, and every case — whether involving an individual, a small business, or a Fortune 500 company — is treated with the same diligence and commitment. When you choose Butler, Vines & Babb, you can expect seasoned counsel, strategic insight, and meticulous preparation in every legal matter we handle.

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Civil Trial Defense
We defend businesses in civil litigation involving any number of issues. As an insurance company, for example, you are prepared to pay out legitimate claims, but there are times when claims are not covered or are simply not legitimate. We represent more than 30 insurance companies.
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Corporate and Banking Law
Our attorneys work closely with corporate and banking clients to assure the integrity of all contracts, policies and procedures and other business law needs.
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Tractor-Trailer/Auto Defense
We emphasize fast and thorough investigation in every accident case. The more you know, the better you can defend your position in motor vehicle accident cases.
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Appellate Practice
Our firm has the experience and ability to handle any type of appeal.
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Medical Device Litigation Defense
When a patient does not respond well to treatment, there is often a tendency to blame the medical device. We have a doctor on staff, access to experts and extensive trial experience with complex medical topics.
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Estate Planning
You have a busy life, but you need to take time to think about the future — your and your family’s. We can help you develop the right estate plan for your needs.
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Foodborne Illness Litigation Defense
Recent outbreaks associated with tomatoes, green onions and even peanut butter have given rise to increased litigation in the realm of food product claims. We have experience in the law, the economics, and the science of food liability litigation to protect your company and your brand.
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Workers' Compensation Defense
Butler, Vines and Babb has practiced in the area of workers’ compensation defense for many years. We stand ready to successfully defend employers in such actions.
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Mediation Services
Butler, Vines and Babb has been a leader in the area of alternative dispute resolution, with three lawyers licensed as Tennessee Rule 31 mediators dedicated to helping bring your case to a successful conclusion.
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Class Action Defense
The attorneys at Butler, Vines and Babb have successfully defended class action and large scale consolidations and are ready to serve you.
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Construction Law
Our law firm represents all parties in both residential and commercial construction matters.
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Business Formation
When forming a business, its legal structure is one of the owner’s most important practical decisions. Each type of structure has its own benefits and considerations that are affected by a number of variables.
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Broker/Dealer Securities Litigation
Butler, Vines, and Babb will work on behalf of brokers and securities broker-dealers in litigation and arbitration proceedings, and also in disputes before the Financial Industry Regulatory Authority (FINRA).
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Contracts
When a party breaches a contract by failing to perform, the other party can often sue for money damages, or, in some limited cases, can ask the court to force the other party to perform as promised.
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Bankruptcy Law
Bankruptcy law provides for the reduction or elimination of certain debts and can provide a timeline for the repayment of non-dischargeable debts over time.
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Insurance Subrogation
Subrogation issues involve the question of which part of a settlement or jury verdict must be used to repay the collateral source for payments made to the injured party.
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Veterinary Malpractice Defense
Just like any doctor, veterinarians have various responsibilities when treating their patients – the only difference being they are working on animals, not people.
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Our law firm has represented the needs of business clients since our founding in 1973. In addition to a medical doctor on staff, we have two attorneys who are board-certified civil trial specialists: William D. Vines, III, and Donna R. Davis.

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OFFICE

2701 Kingston Pike
Knoxville, TN 37919

PHONE

865-637-3531

EMAIL

intake@bvblaw.com