Frantz, McConnell & Seymour, LLP - Knoxville, TN
Frantz, McConnell & Seymour, LLP is Knox County's oldest and most prestigious law firm, providing premier legal counsel in business litigation, commercial real estate, estate planning, and employment law across East Tennessee since 1902.
Over a Century of Exemplary Legal Counsel in Knoxville, Tennessee
Founded in the autumn of 1902 as Cornick, Wright & Frantz and adopting its enduring name in 1920, Frantz, McConnell & Seymour, LLP holds the proud distinction of being the oldest law firm in Knox County. Situated in Suite 500 on West Main Street in downtown Knoxville, the firm has actively shaped the commercial and legal landscape of East Tennessee for more than one hundred and twenty years. The practice has represented landmark enterprises in historic disputes litigated all the way to the Supreme Court of the United States. Maintaining an unwavering tradition of excellence, many of the firm's attorneys retain Martindale-Hubbell AV Preeminent ratings and recognition in Best Law Firms. When corporations, entrepreneurs, or individuals need to hire a business litigation lawyer in Knoxville or seek established counsel for generational estate planning, Frantz, McConnell & Seymour delivers unmatched institutional experience and sophisticated legal acumen.
Comprehensive Business Formation, Contracts, and Commercial Litigation
Navigating Tennessee's evolving corporate environment demands seasoned legal insight. Frantz, McConnell & Seymour serves as trusted outside general counsel and litigation advocates for emerging companies, financial institutions, and established corporations throughout the region. Key corporate services include:
- Business formation lawyers advising on entity selection, LLC operating agreements, corporate governance, and partnerships.
- Contract lawyers drafting, reviewing, and enforcing high-stakes commercial agreements, vendor pacts, and purchase contracts.
- Business litigation lawyers prosecuting and defending breach of contract actions, shareholder disputes, and corporate dissolutions.
- Construction law representation for developers, contractors, and design professionals in contract drafting and lien disputes.
- Regulatory affairs, zoning, land use permissions, and representation before municipal and state administrative boards.
Real Estate Transactions, Estate Planning, and Probate Administration
The firm provides comprehensive guidance to property owners, institutional lenders, and families seeking to protect real estate assets and preserve intergenerational wealth:
- Commercial real estate lawyers managing complex commercial property acquisitions, retail leasing, and title insurance defense.
- Residential real estate lawyers guiding purchasers and sellers through closings, boundary disputes, and title curative actions.
- Estate planning lawyers drafting tailored last wills and testaments, revocable and irrevocable trusts, and durable powers of attorney.
- Probate lawyers representing personal representatives and trustees in Knox County Chancery Court and probate administrations.
- Conservatorship, guardianship, and contested estate litigation resolving fiduciary disputes with dignity and precision.
Labor and Employment Law, Workers' Compensation, and Tort Defense
Frantz, McConnell & Seymour maintains an extensive labor and employment practice dedicated to counseling employers on state and federal workplace standards. The firm guides business managers through wage and hour compliance, employee handbook formulation, and administrative audits before the EEOC and Department of Labor. Additionally, experienced attorneys defend organizations against workplace discrimination, harassment, and wrongful termination claims. The firm also defends employers and insurance carriers in workers' compensation claims, personal injury litigation, and toxic exposure disputes, consistently striving to minimize needless litigation costs and protect client interests.
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Location & Access
Primary Address
Located in the heart of Downtown Knoxville, situated adjacent to the City-County Building and just east of the historic World's Fair Park.
Building Location
This is a nine-story Class A commercial office tower completed in 1992, known as the Bank of America Center (or NationsBank Center). It is built on air rights over a multi-story parking garage and features modern professional office condominium suites.
Parking Details
For convenient parking, clients can utilize the connected Main Street Parking Garage (entrance located on Locust Street) for a small hourly fee, with free parking available on evenings and weekends.
Public Transit
Served by Knoxville Area Transit Route 11 (Downtown); nearest stop is at Main St EB @ Walnut St.
Accessibility / Suite Access
Park in the attached Main Street Parking Garage and take the garage elevators to the Lobby/P3 level. Turn right out of the elevator bank, pass through the sliding doors into the main building lobby, and use the central elevators to reach the offices in Suite 500 on the fifth floor.