Louis P. Britt

Employment Law - Management

5.0 (1 reviews)

Memphis, Tennessee

48+ years experience

FordHarrison

Updated: Jan 03, 2026

Contact Information

901-291-1500

https://www.fordharrison.com/LouisBritt

1715 Aaron Brenner Drive, Suite 200, Memphis, TN 38120

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Bio

Louis Britt is the Regional Managing Partner for FordHarrison's Memphis, Nashville and Dallas offices.He concentrates his practice on employment litigation and advice, representing private and public employers in a broad range of employment matters. Louis handles employment discrimination and harassment cases (Title VII, ADA, ADEA and FMLA), wage/hour matters, enforcement and defense of restrictive covenants contained in employment agreements, and employment-related torts. He is experienced in complex and class action litigation, and has tried cases in state and federal courts across the country. Louis has extensive experience in public sector representation in both litigation and collective bargaining.Louis is a member of the Labor and Employment Section of the American Bar Association; the Labor Section of the Tennessee Bar Association (Chair, Executive Council, 2008-2009); and the Memphis Bar Association (Board of Directors, 2008-2009), Labor and Employment Section. He is a chapter editor for The Fair Labor Standards Act (ABA), and is a frequent speaker on employment law matters. In recognition of his accomplishments, Louis was inducted as a Fellow in the National College of Labor and Employment Lawyers in 2010.www.fordharrison.com/LouisBritt. www.fordharrison.com/LouisBritt.

Practice Areas

Employment Law - Management

Awards & Recognition

Lawyer of the Year: Employment Law - Management, Memphis (2025)
Lawyer of the Year: Labor Law - Management, Memphis (2024)
Lawyer of the Year: Litigation - Labor and Employment, Memphis (2024)
Lawyer of the Year: Labor Law - Management, Memphis (2021)
Lawyer of the Year: Litigation - Labor and Employment, Memphis (2018)
Lawyer of the Year: Labor Law - Management, Memphis (2014)
Lawyer of the Year: Employment Law - Management, Memphis (2013)
Recognized: Employment Law - Management
Recognized: Labor Law - Management
Recognized: Litigation - Labor and Employment
Practice Area: Municipal Law
Special Focus: Class Actions
Special Focus: COVID-19
Special Focus: Defense
Special Focus: Litigation
Special Focus: Management
Special Focus: Testing
Special Focus: Title VII Litigation
Special Focus: Wage-Hour Law

Recognized in Best Lawyers since 2005

Education

Tulane University, J.D., graduated 1977
University of Memphis, B. A., graduated 1974

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Reviews

Christine Morales

2 weeks ago

A consummate professional who delivers results

Our company faced a complex, multi-plaintiff employment litigation that threatened significant disruption. Mr. Britt's nearly five decades of experience were immediately evident. He provided a clear, strategic assessment, drawing on his deep knowledge of Tennessee employment law. His calm, steady guidance through discovery and negotiations was invaluable. The resolution he secured was exceptionally favorable, protecting our operations and reputation. It's no surprise to see his consistent recognition as Lawyer of the Year; his expertise is both profound and practical. For any business navigating employment matters in Memphis, Louis Britt at FordHarrison is the definitive choice.