James F. Parker

James received his undergraduate degree magna cum laude in political science with a concentration in public administration from the University of Tennessee-Knoxville and received his law degree magna cum laude from Washington and Lee School of Law.  In his final semester as an undergraduate student, James served as legislative aid to the Senate Judiciary Committee of the 107^th Tennessee General Assembly.  During law school, James spent a summer with the chambers of then-Chief Justice Gary Wade of the Tennessee Supreme Court and an entire academic year as a law clerk-extern for Senior Justice Lawrence Koontz of the Virginia Supreme Court.  Before joining Hodges, Doughty & Carson, James served a two-year appointment with the United States District Court for the Eastern District of Tennessee—a portion of that time as a law clerk for Chief District Judge Thomas A. Varlan and the remainder working for all district judges.

James concentrates his practice primarily in the areas of corporate law, business and commercial law, and construction law.  His construction practice includes the representation of owners, general contractors, subcontractors, and design professionals in litigation and transactional matters related to public and private projects.  James has trial experience in both state and federal court, and he has additional experience in the areas of complex civil litigation and defending class action lawsuits. A facet of his practice extends to advising clients on issues related to government contracting and the associated regulatory schemes.

By appointment of the Tennessee Supreme Court, James is currently serving a three (3) year term as a hearing panel member for the Tennessee Board of Professional Responsibility, Disciplinary District II. His term runs through March 16, 2027.

An East Tennessee native, James enjoys spending time with his family, his wife Rachel, and their children.  An Eagle Scout from Troop 6 in Knoxville, his favorite activities include sailing, hiking, swimming, and relaxing at the Parker family cabin located in Sevier County, Tennessee.