Martin F. Thompson

Employment Law - Management

4.0 (1 reviews)

Memphis, Tennessee

47+ years experience

Fisher Phillips LLP

Updated: Jan 03, 2026

Contact Information

901-526-0431

https://www.fisherphillips.com/en/people/martin-f-thompson.html

Renaissance Center, Suite 312, 1715 Aaron Brenner Drive, Memphis, TN 38120

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Bio

Martin F. Thompson is a top attorney recognized by Best Lawyers in the practice area(s) of Employment Law - Management, Labor Law - Management and Litigation - Labor and Employment.Martin F., who practices law in Memphis, Tennessee, has been recognized since 2019. This recognition is based on an exhaustive peer-review survey, reflecting the high esteem in which Martin F. is held by other top lawyers in the same geographic and legal practice area. Martin F. Thompson is a top attorney recognized by Best Lawyers in the practice area(s) of Employment Law - Management, Labor Law - Management and Litigation - Labor and Employment.Martin F., who practices law in Memphis, Tennessee, has been recognized since 2019. This recognition is based on an exhaustive peer-review survey, reflecting the high esteem in which Martin F. is held by other top lawyers in the same geographic and legal practice area. Martin F. 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

$200-$450

Typical Hourly Range

$300-$650/hr

Fee Model Notes

Business and employment matters often involve hourly billing with optional project-based retainers.

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

Practice Areas

Employment Law - Management

Awards & Recognition

Recognized: Employment Law - Management
Recognized: Labor Law - Management
Recognized: Litigation - Labor and Employment

Recognized in Best Lawyers since 2019

Education

The University of Memphis, J.D., graduated 1978

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Reviews

David Allen

3 months ago

A seasoned and effective advocate for our company

Our Memphis-based manufacturing company faced a complex wrongful termination lawsuit that threatened significant liability. We turned to Martin Thompson at Fisher Phillips, and his nearly five decades of experience in employment law were immediately evident. He has a deep, practical understanding of Tennessee labor law and guided us through the litigation process with a steady hand. His recognition by Best Lawyers in Labor and Employment Management is well-deserved. Martin’s strategic counsel led to a favorable settlement that protected our interests. While his expertise is top-tier, communication response times could occasionally be quicker during non-critical phases. Overall, we felt represented by a true authority in the field and would confidently recommend him for any employment-related legal matter.