James Lee Widrig

James Lee Widrig

Google Rating

4.8(45 reviews)

  • 101 Westpark Dr #260 Brentwood, TN 37027
  • +1-615-417-7800
  • No email available
Family Law, Personal Injury Law, Criminal Law

About:

Attorney James L. Widrig, or more commonly known as “Jim Widrig”, was born in Upstate NY. in a small town called Yorkshire, NY. He went to college in east Tennessee at Carson-Newman College. After college Jim attended law school at Thomas M. Cooley in Lansing, Michigan. Attorney Jim Widrig practices in all of Middle Tennessee and his main office is located in downtown Nashville. James Widrig founded the law office of Widrig Law PLLC in February of 2007 with the goal to fight for individuals during the most difficult times of their lives. In 2011 James L Widrig was voted one of the Best Lawyers in Nashville by the readers of the Nashville Scene. Attorney James Widrig was named by the National Academy of Family Law Attorneys (NAFLA) as one of the "Top 10 Family Law Attorneys Under 40 in Tennessee" for 2014. The attorneys that make the NAFLA list are first nominated by a licensed practicing attorney. Second, the NAFLA research staff verifies that they meet the requirements of membership. They then have to be one of 50 attorneys chosen to advance to the final selection stage by the NAFLA processing committee. Finally they have to be selected by the NAFLA Board of Governors as the "TOP 10". Widrig Law mainly represents clients in family law, divorce, DUI, probate, personal injury Workers Compensation, and criminal law matters. Jim Widrig is licensed in Tennessee and is admitted in all State Trial Courts of Tennessee, the Tennessee Court of Appeals, the Tennessee Supreme Court, and the United States District Court for the Middle District of Tennessee. Jim Widrig tries to take a personal, relaxed, and friendly approach with all of his clients. If you need legal representation who will not treat you as a number but treat you with respect and as a friend then Jim Widrig is the attorney you are looking for.

Jurisdiction:Tennessee, Tennessee Court of Appeals, Tennessee Supreme Court, United States District Court for the Middle District of Tennessee

Practice Area

Family Law

Handles divorce, custody, parenting time, and support with DV-informed safety planning, temporary orders, safe exchanges, discovery protections, and long-term financial stability.

Personal Injury Law

Seeks compensation for assault-related injuries, trauma costs, lost wages, and property damage, coordinating with protection orders, insurance claims, and victim compensation programs.

Criminal Law

Guides reporting, evidence, bail conditions, no-contact orders, prosecutions or defenses, and record sealing, centering survivor safety and informed participation across the criminal process.

Languages

English

Fees

Free Consultation

Education

J.D.
Western Michigan University Cooley Law School
2005

Awards

10 Best
American Institute of Legal Counsel
2015
10 Best Under 40
American Institute of Family Law Attorneys
2015
10 Best Family Law Attorneys Under 40
National Academy of Family Law Attorneys
2014
Best Lawyers
Nashville Scene
2011

Associations

Member
American Bar Association
- Present
Member
Tennessee Bar Association
- Present
Member
Nashville Bar Association
- Present
Member
Tennessee State Bar
- Present
Member
Tennessee Association for Justice
- Present
Member
Rutherford Cannon County Bar Association
- Present

Reviews


RATED 5.0

Jul 10, 2025Googlevia Google

Amber Rose

"Widrig Law was absolutely wonderful in taking care of my complex case. I couldn’t have asked for a more communicative and efficient team. Thank you so much!"

RATED 5.0

Jun 10, 2025Googlevia Google

Megan McGee

RATED 5.0

May 10, 2025Googlevia Google

Matthew Lehnertz

"I only have positive feedback about Jim and his team. Jim was professional, reliable, and non-persuasive; he provided answers to my many various questions with valuable information in a calm, professional demeanor. Jim was always a source of reliable, professional guidance. I would recommend Jim and his team to anyone looking for a good, reliable and skilled attorney.Thank you!"

RATED 5.0

Mar 10, 2025Googlevia Google

Crystal La Rose

"I can only say positive feedback about Jim and his team. During a confusing and emotiionally charged time in my life, Jim was professional, reliable, and non-persuasive; he provided free consultation, valuable information, and a calm professional demeanor. The outcomes I was looking for in this process has occurred with time; Jim was a source of reliable and professional guidance. I would recommend Jim and his team to anyone looking for good, sound outcomes without drama and with skill and care. Thank you!"

RATED 5.0

Sep 10, 2024Googlevia Google

Lisa Thune