Carpenter Law, PLLC – Memphis, TN

Historic Bond Counsel on Beale Street

Carpenter Law, PLLC is a nationally recognized law firm with a unique distinction: it is headquartered on the iconic Beale Street in Downtown Memphis. Founded in 1978 by Attorney Charles E. Carpenter, the firm has established itself as a leader in Public Finance and Corporate Law. It holds the honor of being the first African-American law firm in Tennessee to be listed in the Bond Buyer’s Municipal Marketplace (the ‘Red Book’). For over four decades, the firm has served as trusted counsel for municipalities, airports, and housing authorities, facilitating the issuance of billions of dollars in bonds to finance public infrastructure projects.

Specialized Practice Areas

The firm operates a sophisticated transactional practice focusing on:

• Municipal Finance: Serving as Bond Counsel, Disclosure Counsel, and Underwriters’ Counsel for tax-exempt and taxable debt securities.
• Corporate Law: Advising businesses on formation, governance, and compliance with complex regulations.
• Economic Development: Assisting with public-private partnerships, including sports stadiums and convention centers.
• Healthcare Law: counseling behavioral health organizations and managed care entities.

A Legacy of Excellence

Carpenter Law, PLLC is more than just a law firm; it is a part of Memphis history. Located in the historic Tri-State Bank Building, the firm is deeply embedded in the economic fabric of the city. Charles Carpenter and his team are certified as a Minority Business Enterprise (MBE), bringing a commitment to diversity and inclusion to the legal profession. Whether facilitating a major airport expansion or advising a small business, the firm provides stellar professional services with efficiency and integrity.

Facilitating growth, financing the future. Since 1978.

Beale Street Headquarters

The firm’s office is located on Beale Street, the ‘Home of the Blues’. This vibrant location places them in the cultural heart of Memphis, just steps from the FedExForum and the Orpheum Theatre. If you need to hire a corporate lawyer with a national reputation and local roots, Carpenter Law is a premier choice.