Martin Tate Morrow & Marston

What Martin Tate Morrow & Marston does

Martin Tate Morrow & Marston, P.C. is a privately held professional corporation and full-service law firm founded in 1904, headquartered in Memphis, Tennessee with a secondary office in Nashville. The firm operates across 22 distinct practice areas spanning litigation, business transactions, commercial real estate, taxation, trusts and estates, economic development, transportation, healthcare, retail, intellectual property, construction, environmental, employment, and venture capital/private equity. Its core service is traditional legal counsel and representation delivered to both business entities and high-net-worth individuals throughout the Mid-South region, covering Tennessee, Mississippi, and Arkansas.

The firm has no proprietary technology platform, no software product, and no API; its underlying 'technology' is human legal expertise delivered by attorneys with specialized credentials such as CPA designations, advanced tax degrees, National Board of Trial Advocacy certification, and multi-state bar admissions. A differentiated offering is the 24/7 Rapid Response Team that provides immediate accident scene response for transportation clients. The firm has also presented over 160 PILOT (Payment-In-Lieu-Of-Tax) applications facilitating approximately $3 billion in capital investment and over 26,000 jobs created for clients over 25+ years.

The business model is professional services revenue: hourly billing, contingency fees, flat fees, and transaction-based pricing, with no publicly disclosed fee schedules. The go-to-market relies on professional reputation, peer recognition (Martindale-Hubbell AV ratings, Best Lawyers in America, Super Lawyers), attorney-client referrals, and bar association participation. The firm is owned by its shareholders/directors with no external parent or venture capital involvement, and key leadership includes Lee L. Piovarcy as Chairman of the Executive Committee alongside directors and shareholders across multiple practice areas.

Name

Martin Tate Morrow & Marston

Legal name

Martin, Tate, Morrow & Marston, P.C.

Website

https://martintate.com

Company type

Private

Founded year

1904

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

11–50 employees

Short description

Martin Tate Morrow & Marston is a Memphis-based law firm founded in 1904 providing full-service legal counsel across 22 practice areas to businesses and individuals in Tennessee, Mississippi, and Arkansas.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Legal Services

NAICS

Offices of Lawyers (541110), Legal Services (5411)

SIC

Services-Legal Services (8111)

akta.pro industry

PRIMARYBPAHAAAE

Real Estate & Construction Law

Business & Public Services/Professional Services (Legal, Accounting, Consulting)/Legal Services

SECONDARYBPAHAAAK

Family & Private Client (Trusts & Estates) Law

Business & Public Services/Professional Services (Legal, Accounting, Consulting)/Legal Services

Keywords

• Legal services
• Commercial litigation
• Real estate law
• Estate planning
• Transportation law

Headquarters

HQ city

Memphis

HQ country

United States

HQ region

North America

Offices2 records

Markets served

GTM type

B2B and B2C

Offering type

Services

Cost components

Personnel, Operations, Marketing or Sales, Infrastructure

Revenue model

1. Legal Services: Traditional law firm providing comprehensive legal services to individuals and business entities across multiple practice areas including litigation, business transactions, real estate, taxation, trusts and estates, and transportation law. Revenue generated through attorney fees for legal representation, advisory services, and transactional work.

Pricing tiers

Go-to-market motion1 record

Distribution channels1 record

Marketing channels3 records

Core offering

Martin Tate Morrow & Marston is a full-service law firm providing traditional legal counsel and representation across 22 practice areas spanning litigation, business formation and transactions, commercial real estate, taxation, trusts and estates, transportation law, healthcare law, economic development incentives, and alternative dispute resolution. Services are delivered by attorneys on retainer, hourly, contingency, or transaction-based fee arrangements to individuals and business entities throughout Tennessee, Mississippi, and Arkansas.

Product overview

Martin Tate Morrow & Marston, P.C. is a full-service law firm offering comprehensive legal services across 22 distinct practice areas. The firm operates as a traditional legal services provider rather than a technology product platform. Services are organized by practice specialty areas covering corporate/business law, litigation, real estate, taxation, estate planning, and specialized industry practices including transportation, retail, construction, and healthcare. The firm does not operate a software-as-a-service platform but provides traditional legal counsel and representation services to individuals and business entities across Tennessee, Mississippi, and Arkansas.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Products and services

• Litigation Services Civil litigation representation across state and federal courts covering commercial disputes, professional negligence, products liability, and other complex litigation matters for businesses and individuals in Tennessee, Mississippi, and Arkansas.
• Business Formation Services Counsel on selecting effective and tax-efficient business entities including corporations, LLCs, partnerships, and nonprofit organizations for entrepreneurs and business owners.
• Business Transactions Services Full-service transaction support including mergers and acquisitions, corporate governance, financing, regulatory compliance, and exit strategies for businesses and investors.
• Commercial Lending Services Legal counsel for lenders and borrowers in commercial loan transactions, including construction loans, term loans, and revolving credit facilities.
• Commercial Real Estate Services Legal representation in acquisition, development, financing, and leasing of commercial real property with expertise in zoning and land use matters for commercial real estate owners, developers, landlords, investors, lenders, and lessees.
• Construction Law Services Legal representation for developers, lenders, contractors, and subcontractors in construction litigation, contract negotiation, and lien enforcement.
• Creditor's Rights and Bankruptcy Services Creditor representation in bankruptcy proceedings under all chapters, including preference actions, lien avoidance, and discharge disputes.
• Economic Development Services Assistance with state and local tax issues and obtaining tax incentives, including PILOT (Payment-In-Lieu-Of-Tax) applications and economic development projects. The firm has presented 160+ PILOT applications resulting in 26,000+ jobs created and $3 billion in capital investment over 25+ years.
• Employee Benefits Planning Services Design and implementation of qualified retirement plans, nonqualified plans, and ERISA compliance counseling for employers.
• Environmental Law Services Counsel on environmental compliance, brownfield redevelopment, enforcement defense, and remediation matters across all government levels.
• Insurance Coverage Services Advice on coverage determinations for insurance companies and policyholders, including reservation-of-rights and coverage disputes.
• Intellectual Property Services Protection and enforcement of patents, trademarks, copyrights, and trade secrets, including licensing and infringement litigation.
• Landlord/Tenant Law Services Legal representation for landlords and tenants in lease negotiations, enforcement, and disputes.
• Land Use and Zoning Services Representation before government bodies for zoning permits, land use approvals, and planning matters.
• Alternative Dispute Resolution Services Legal representation and counsel in mediation and arbitration proceedings for cost-efficient dispute resolution outside the courtroom.
• Rapid Response Team Services 24/7 emergency response team available to immediately respond to accident scenes and catastrophic losses, particularly serving transportation industry clients.
• Retail Law Services Multi-disciplinary legal counsel at the intersection of retail operations including IP protection, advertising, employment, acquisitions, and real estate for retailers.
• Taxation Services Federal, state, and local tax representation including income, franchise, excise, sales/use, property, gift, and estate taxes.
• Transportation Law Services Defense of transportation companies including motor carriers, railroads, and maritime vessels in personal injury and property damage litigation. Also covers regulatory compliance, accident response, cargo claims, and insurance coverage for transportation clients.
• Trusts and Estates Services Estate planning, trust administration, elder law, guardianship proceedings, and business succession planning services for individuals and families.
• Venture Capital and Private Equity Services Counsel for businesses seeking investment and investors evaluating opportunities, including transaction structuring and exit strategies.
• Healthcare Law Services Legal counsel for healthcare professionals and medical practices regarding employment agreements, licensing, compliance, professional liability, and healthcare liability defense.
• Employment Law Services Representation in employment disputes, discrimination claims, non-compete agreements, and workforce management legal issues for employers.

Quantifiable outcome

• Over 160 PILOT applications successfully processed, creating 26,000+ jobs and $3 billion in capital investment for clients
• +1 more outcomes

Named customers5 records

Segments4 records

Ideal customer profiles5 records

Technology focussed No

API detail

Has API

No

API docs

API detail

Core technology

AI maturity

App detail

Scale indicators5 records

Recent moves5 records

Expansion highlights5 records

Direct peers

• Butler Snow LLP: Regional full-service law firm with offices throughout the Southeast including Memphis and Nashville, offering comparable practice areas in litigation, commercial transactions, real estate, and taxation. Direct competitor for Mid-South corporate and individual clients.
• Adams and Reese LLP: Regional law firm with Memphis and Nashville offices providing comparable full-service offerings including litigation, real estate, transportation, and economic development. Direct competitor for Mid-South regional mandates.
• Bass, Berry & Sims PLC: Major Nashville-based full-service law firm with similar multidisciplinary practice (litigation, transactions, healthcare, real estate, estates). Comparable client base in Tennessee with strong recognition in Best Lawyers and similar accolades.
• Bradley Arant Boult Cummings LLP: Southeast regional firm with Nashville office providing comprehensive legal services including litigation, real estate, healthcare, and financial services. Comparable practice breadth targeting similar Mid-South corporate clients.
• Burr & Forman LLP: Southeast-based regional law firm with Nashville office offering similar full-service practice including commercial real estate, litigation, banking, and estates. Direct competitor for Tennessee-based corporate clients.
• Harris Shelton Hanover Walsh, PLLC: Memphis-based full-service law firm offering comparable practice areas including litigation, real estate, healthcare, and business transactions. Direct local competitor for Memphis corporate and individual clients.
• Wyatt, Tarrant & Combs, LLP: Louisville-based regional law firm with offices in Memphis and Nashville offering full-service legal practice including litigation, real estate, taxation, and trusts & estates. Comparable scale and Mid-South market overlap.
• Baker, Donelson, Bearman, Caldwell & Berkowitz: Large full-service regional law firm headquartered in Memphis with extensive Mid-South presence and similar practice area breadth including litigation, real estate, taxation, and trusts & estates. Comparable scale and target market make it the closest peer to Martin Tate.

Market position

Strengths5 records

Weaknesses5 records

Competitive moat5 records

Key risks6 records

Key highlights7 records

Customer concentration

Revenue estimate

Valuation estimate

Number of profiles

Profiles12 records

Funding overview

Funding rounds

Investors

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M&A

Investments

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