David Lemke

Bankruptcy and Creditor Debtor Rights / Insolvency and Reorganization Law

4.0 (1 reviews)

Nashville, Tennessee

36+ years experience

Holland & Knight LLP

Updated: Jan 03, 2026

Contact Information

615-244-6380

https://www.hklaw.com/en/professionals/l/lemke-david

Nashville City Center, Suite 2700, 511 Union Street, Nashville, TN 37219

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Bio

David Lemke is a top attorney recognized by Best Lawyers in the practice area(s) of Bankruptcy and Creditor Debtor Rights / Insolvency and Reorganization Law.David, who practices law in Nashville, Tennessee, has been recognized since 2006. This recognition is based on an exhaustive peer-review survey, reflecting the high esteem in which David is held by other top lawyers in the same geographic and legal practice area. David Lemke is a top attorney recognized by Best Lawyers in the practice area(s) of Bankruptcy and Creditor Debtor Rights / Insolvency and Reorganization Law.David, who practices law in Nashville, Tennessee, has been recognized since 2006. This recognition is based on an exhaustive peer-review survey, reflecting the high esteem in which David is held by other top lawyers in the same geographic and legal practice area. David Lemke is a top attorney recognized by Best Lawyers in the practice area(s) of Bankruptcy and Creditor Debtor Rights / Insolvency and Reorganization Law. David, who practices law in Nashville, Tennessee, has been recognized since 2006. This recognition is based on an exhaustive peer-review survey, reflecting the high esteem in which David is held by other top lawyers in the same geographic and legal practice area.

Local Legal Snapshot

Jurisdiction

Tennessee

State Capital

Nashville

Highest Court

Tennessee Supreme Court

Bar Association

Tennessee Bar Association

Typical Consultation

$150-$300

Typical Hourly Range

$250-$450/hr

Fee Model Notes

Hourly or flat-fee billing is common.

Estimates vary by market, complexity, urgency, and attorney experience.

Practice Areas

Bankruptcy and Creditor Debtor Rights / Insolvency and Reorganization Law

Awards & Recognition

Lawyer of the Year: Bankruptcy and Creditor Debtor Rights / Insolvency and Reorganization Law, Nashville (2022)
Lawyer of the Year: Bankruptcy and Creditor Debtor Rights / Insolvency and Reorganization Law, Nashville (2016)
Recognized: Bankruptcy and Creditor Debtor Rights / Insolvency and Reorganization Law

Recognized in Best Lawyers since 2006

Education

University of Missouri School of Law (Columbia), J.D., graduated 1989

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Reviews

James Cooper

3 months ago

A steady hand through a complex business restructuring

Our family-owned manufacturing company in Nashville faced a daunting financial restructuring. We engaged David Lemke at Holland & Knight, drawn by his deep, 36-year experience and his specific recognition in Bankruptcy and Creditor Debtor Rights. His counsel was invaluable; he navigated the insolvency complexities with a calm, strategic clarity that instilled confidence during a stressful time. His knowledge of both local practice and broader reorganization law was evident in every negotiation. While his expertise is top-tier and his guidance was precise, communication response times could occasionally be a day slower than expected during non-critical phases. That minor note aside, his skill in achieving a favorable outcome for our business was exactly what his 'Lawyer of the Year' accolades suggest. We highly recommend him for serious financial distress matters.