James M. Weaver

James M. Weaver: Leading Attorney in Environmental Law, Gaming Law and Government Relations Practice

James M. Weaver is a distinguished attorney recognized by Best Attorney USA in the practice areas of Environmental Law, Gaming Law, and Government Relations Practice. Since 2007, he has been acknowledged for his exceptional legal acumen by peers across Nashville, Tennessee.

Practice Areas

• Environmental Law
• Gaming Law
• Government Relations Practice

James M. Weaver's work spans a wide range of specializations within his Government Relations Practice, including Development, Economic Development, Government Affairs, Legislative, and Lobbying.

Awards

• Lawyer of the Year: Government Relations Practice - Nashville (2026)
• Lawyer of the Year: Environmental Law - Nashville (2022)
• Lawyer of the Year: Government Relations Practice - Nashville (2021)
• Recognized: Environmental Law
• Recognized: Gaming Law
• Recognized: Government Relations Practice
• Special Focus: Development
• Special Focus: Economic Development
• Special Focus: Government Affairs
• Special Focus: Legislative
• Special Focus: Lobbying

Education & Credentials

The University of Memphis

Firms: Holland & Knight LLP

Affiliations: Lawyer of the Year for Government Relations Practice, Nashville (2026); Recognized in Best Attorney USA since 2007; Special Focus in Development, Economic Development, Legislative, and Lobbying within his Government Relations Practice.

Recognized Since: Recognized in Best Attorney USA since 2007

Location: Nashville, Tennessee, United States of America.