Burnette, Dobson & Pinchak - Chattanooga, TN
Burnette, Dobson and Pinchak is a premier Chattanooga employment, labor, and civil litigation firm established in 1986, consistently recognized as a Tier 1 Best Law Firm for protecting employee rights, handling wage disputes, and litigating complex estate controversies across Tennessee.
Premier Employment and Labor Law Advocacy in Chattanooga
The workplace should be an environment built on fairness, dignity, and lawful conduct. When employers violate state or federal labor standards through discrimination, harassment, or unlawful retaliation, victims need seasoned advocates capable of taking on powerful corporate entities. Based on Cherry Street in downtown Chattanooga, Burnette, Dobson and Pinchak has stood as a formidable champion of employee rights and fair workplace practices since 1986. Earning consistent Metropolitan Tier 1 rankings from U.S. News and World Report in employment law and labor litigation, the firm combines extensive trial readiness with deep knowledge of federal statutes, including Title VII, the Americans with Disabilities Act, and the Family and Medical Leave Act. If you were mistreated at work and urgently need a lawyer to protect your livelihood, their dedicated attorneys provide fearless legal counsel from day one.
Comprehensive Workplace Rights and Wrongful Termination Claims
Losing a job or facing an abusive work environment can devastate your household stability. The trial lawyers at Burnette, Dobson and Pinchak aggressively pursue claims against employers who violate federal and state employment protections:
- Workplace discrimination: Representing employees targeted due to age, race, sex, national origin, religion, pregnancy, or physical disability.
- Sexual harassment and hostile work environment: Holding companies accountable for unwelcome sexual advances, inappropriate conduct, and toxic working conditions.
- Wrongful termination and retaliation: Defending workers fired after reporting illegal corporate behavior, filing workers compensation, or asserting their statutory rights.
- Whistleblower protection: Litigating claims under the False Claims Act and Tennessee Public Protection Act for employees uncovering corporate wrongdoing.
- Wage and hour violations: Recovering unpaid overtime, misclassified exemptions, and minimum wage shortfalls under the Fair Labor Standards Act.
- FMLA violations and medical leave: Protecting workers penalized or dismissed for taking lawful medical leave to care for themselves or family members.
Estate Litigation and Complex Civil Disputes
Beyond their renowned labor practice, Burnette, Dobson and Pinchak provides experienced litigation counsel in contentious estate and probate matters across Hamilton County Chancery Court:
- Will contests and estate litigation: Challenging or defending testamentary instruments involving allegations of undue influence, fraud, or lack of mental capacity.
- Trustee and fiduciary disputes: Holding executors and trustees accountable for breach of fiduciary duties, self-dealing, or misappropriation of estate assets.
- Insurance bad faith: Compelling insurance carriers to honor valid claims and pay fair compensation when policies are wrongfully denied.
Why Clients Choose to Hire an Attorney at Burnette, Dobson and Pinchak
Choosing to hire a lawyer with trial experience is the most effective way to maximize the value of your employment or estate claim. Attorneys Harry Burnette, Frank Pinchak, and Steve Dobson carry prestigious AV Preeminent ratings from Martindale-Hubbell and regular selection to Super Lawyers and The Best Lawyers in America. By preparing each case for jury trial, they negotiate from a position of undisputed strength. When you need to find an attorney who pairs compassionate client service with unmatched courtroom skill, Burnette, Dobson and Pinchak stands ready to fight for your rights.
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Location & Access
Primary Address
Located in historic downtown Chattanooga, directly adjacent to the Hamilton County Courthouse.
Building Location
The office is housed inside a classic two-story brick commercial office building built in 1930, located on Cherry Street near Builtwell Bank and Phillips Park.
Parking Details
Paid visitor parking is available in multiple adjacent surface public parking lots on Cherry Street, as well as metered street spots.
Public Transit
Served by CARTA Route 4 (Eastgate/Hamilton Pl.); nearest stop is at 7th & Cherry.
Accessibility / Suite Access
Walk through the front entrance of the historic brick building at 711 Cherry St. Since the firm occupies the building, visitors can check in at the reception desk in the ground-floor lobby.