OUR ATTORNEYS

Meet the Attorneys at Hull, Ray, Rieder, Lane & Jordan, P.C.

William C. Rieder

William C. (Bill) Rieder has been a member of this firm since 1977. Bill has over forty-five (45) years' experience in a wide variety of practice areas and a wide range of experience in civil litigation. His civil litigation includes representation of both plaintiffs and defendants in personal injury and property damage cases, premises liability, property dispute, employment law, insurance and probate litigation.

In addition to civil litigation, a significant amount of Bill's practice includes representation of county and municipal governmental entities, business entity formations and probate and estate administration.

During his forty-five (45) years as a practicing attorney, Bill has earned the respect of his peers in the legal profession. He holds an AV Preeminent rating from Martindale-Hubbell, which is the highest possible peer review rating in legal ability and ethical standards.

Bar Admission:

Tennessee, 1977
U.S. District Court, Eastern District of Tennessee
U.S. District Court, Middle District of Tennessee
U.S. Court of Appeals, Sixth Circuit

Education:

University of Tennessee, B.A., 1974
University of Tennessee, College of Law, J.A., 1977

Practice Areas

Litigation
Insurance Defense
Torts
Medical Malpractice
Employment Law
Utility Law; Corporate Law

Admitted:

1977, Tennessee

Law School:

University of Tennessee at Knoxville, J.D.

Member:

Coffee County and Tennessee Bar Associations

Biography:

Phi Alpha Delta

Birthplace

Winchester, Tennessee

James D. Lane, II

Licensed, practicing attorney since 1985 in the State of Tennessee consisting of a general practice in civil cases in state courts, bankruptcy courts and federal district courts. Representation of clients in state courts involves weekly appearances in General Sessions courts, Chancery and Circuit Courts for matters related to collections, enforcement of collateral documents, defense of claims or counter claims. Representation also includes real estate transactions, property line disputes and probate cases.

Prior to 1995, my bankruptcy practice included representation of debtors in Chapter 7, 11, 12 and 13 matters. Served as a Chapter 7 panel Trustee for the U.S. Bankruptcy Court for the Middle District of Tennessee from 1992 to 1995 administering 1,795 Chapter 7 cases.

Practice Areas

Bankruptcy
Creditors Rights
Insolvency
Commercial Law

Admitted:

1985, Tennessee

Law School:

Nashville School of Law, J.D.

Member:

Coffee County and Tennessee Bar Associations

Birthplace

Memphis, Tennessee

Biography:

Court Officer
Honorable George C. Paine, II
U.S. Bankruptcy Court, Middle District, Tennessee, 1982-1985
Assistant District Counsel
U.S. Small Business Administration, Nashville, Tennessee District Office 1985-1987
Chapter 7 Panel Trustee, Middle District of Tennessee, 1991-1995.

Derek A. Jordan

I have always had a calling to service, and have worn many uniforms in pursuit of that goal. Whether that uniform includes the turn-out gear of a firefighter and first responder, or the Airborne wings earned at the U.S. Army Infantry School, or the suit and tie of the courtroom, I am driven to try to lead by example and to serve by skill, and compassion.

I have an active mind and attention to detail that is evidenced by both my professional successes, and national recognition as a skilled model aircraft builder. Importantly, I am a husband to a wonderful wife, and a father to five truly exceptional children. Together, these diverse experiences and interests bring a unique viewpoint and passion to any case.

Derek was inducted into the 2023-2024 class of the Marquis Who’s Who of America.