Lisa L. Collins, Attorney at Law – Nashville, TN

Decades of Dedication to Building Families

Lisa L. Collins, Attorney at Law is a premier boutique law firm in Nashville, Tennessee, specializing in adoption and assisted reproductive technology (ART) law. With over 30 years of experience, Lisa Collins has dedicated her career to helping individuals and couples build their families. She is a Fellow of the prestigious Academy of Adoption and Assisted Reproduction Attorneys (AAAA), a distinction that underscores her expertise and ethical standards in this niche field. Unlike general family law practitioners, Lisa Collins focuses almost exclusively on the legal creation of families, whether through traditional adoption, surrogacy, or donor agreements. Her deep knowledge of Tennessee’s adoption statutes makes her a trusted resource for both prospective parents and birth parents.

Specialized Legal Services

• Adoption Lawyers: Handling independent, agency, and relative adoptions with precision and care.
• Surrogacy Law: Drafting and reviewing gestational carrier agreements to protect the rights of intended parents and surrogates.
• Assisted Reproductive Technology: Advising on egg, sperm, and embryo donation contracts to ensure legal clarity for all parties.
• Interstate Adoptions: Navigating the Interstate Compact on the Placement of Children (ICPC) for families adopting across state lines.
• Step-Parent Adoptions: Streamlining the process for step-parents to adopt their step-children.
• Re-Adoption: Assisting families who have adopted internationally in finalizing their adoption under Tennessee law.

A Recognized Leader

Lisa Collins’ reputation for excellence is well-established. She has served on the Board of Directors for the American Academy of Adoption Attorneys and is active in the Nashville Bar Association’s Family Law Section. Her peers have given her a 5.0 AV Preeminent rating on Martindale-Hubbell, highlighting her superior legal ability. Clients appreciate her straightforward, honest approach and her attention to detail-traits that are critical when dealing with the permanent legal status of a child. If you are looking to find a lawyer who knows the ins and outs of adoption law better than anyone else in the region, Lisa Collins is the expert you need.

Accessible and Experienced

Based in the Charlotte Avenue area, her office provides a welcoming environment for discussing sensitive family matters. She understands that the journey to parenthood can be emotional and complex, and she strives to make the legal portion as smooth as possible. Whether you are using a surrogate or adopting a child from foster care, Lisa Collins has the experience to guide you home. Hire an attorney who has helped create hundreds of families across Tennessee.