Introduction
Attorney Stephanie Simmons established her private practice in 2014 after more than a decade of legal experience, building a firm in Nashville, Tennessee that addresses the intersection where financial difficulty and family instability frequently meet. The Simmons Law Firm at 2827 Columbine Place, Nashville, TN 37204 handles bankruptcy and family law, recognizing that debt problems and family problems often arrive together and that resolving them requires an attorney who understands both sides of that equation. Clients can reach the firm at (615) 590-3265. The firm serves Davidson County and surrounding areas.
Simmons has practiced law for over 10 years. Her decision to build a dual bankruptcy and family law practice reflects an observation from her years of practice: financial strain frequently accompanies or precipitates family breakdown, and clients dealing with both issues benefit from counsel who can see the full picture rather than treating each matter in isolation.
Practice Areas
Divorce
The family law practice includes divorce proceedings for clients throughout Davidson County and surrounding areas. Divorce in Tennessee addresses asset division, debt allocation, spousal support, and, where children are involved, custody and child support. Simmons handles the full process from initial filing through final decree, providing guidance tailored to each client specific circumstances.
Child Support
Child support cases arise both at the time of divorce and in post-judgment modification proceedings when financial circumstances change. The firm handles child support establishment and modification for clients in Davidson County and surrounding Tennessee communities.
Child Custody Disputes
Custody arrangements determine where children live and who makes decisions about their upbringing. The firm represents clients in initial custody proceedings and in modifications when changed circumstances warrant revisiting an existing arrangement.
Adoptions
The family law practice includes adoptions, helping families complete the legal process of welcoming new members through the Tennessee court system.
Chapter 7 Bankruptcy
Chapter 7 bankruptcy provides eligible individuals with a discharge of qualifying unsecured debts. The firm guides clients through the means test, the bankruptcy petition, the meeting of creditors, and the discharge process. For clients whose debts have become unmanageable and who qualify under the means test, Chapter 7 offers a path to financial renewal.
Chapter 13 Bankruptcy
Chapter 13 allows debtors to restructure debt payments over a three to five year court-approved repayment plan while retaining assets they would otherwise lose in a liquidation. Clients with regular income who want to keep property like a home or vehicle may benefit from Chapter 13 rather than Chapter 7. Simmons guides clients through the plan preparation, court confirmation, and ongoing compliance with the repayment structure.
Attorney Profiles
Stephanie Simmons has practiced law for over 10 years. She established her private practice in 2014 with the specific purpose of helping clients resolve debt and family issues that frequently occur together. Her approach involves listening carefully to each client situation, explaining available options without judgment, and developing a plan that addresses the specific legal and financial challenges each client faces. Client feedback consistently highlights her professionalism, knowledge, and personal attention, with one noting that she makes tough legal decisions so much easier. She can be reached at (615) 590-3265.
Location and Service Area
The firm is at 2827 Columbine Place, Nashville, TN 37204. The practice serves clients in Davidson County and surrounding areas of Tennessee.
Website: attorneysimmons.com
Client Focus
The Simmons Law Firm practice model reflects the recognition that financial struggles and family problems frequently arrive together and require coordinated resolution. A client facing both divorce and mounting debt benefits from an attorney who understands how bankruptcy and family law interact, how debt division in a divorce is affected by pending or completed bankruptcy proceedings, and how spousal support obligations interact with the repayment plan in a Chapter 13 case.
Simmons approach is described by clients as judgment-free. People facing bankruptcy or divorce often carry significant shame or anxiety about their situation. The firm environment is designed to allow clients to explain their circumstances fully without fear of being evaluated for the decisions that led them there. That environment produces better legal advice because clients share the complete picture rather than what they think the attorney wants to hear.
Frequently Asked Questions
Does The Simmons Law Firm handle both bankruptcy and family law?
Yes. Attorney Simmons handles both bankruptcy (Chapter 7 and Chapter 13) and family law (divorce, child custody, child support, and adoptions). The dual practice is intentional and reflects the frequency with which financial and family legal issues overlap.
How long has attorney Simmons been practicing law?
Stephanie Simmons has practiced law for over 10 years. She established her private practice in 2014.
What is the difference between Chapter 7 and Chapter 13 bankruptcy?
Chapter 7 discharges qualifying unsecured debts for eligible individuals. Chapter 13 allows debtors to restructure debt payments over a court-approved repayment plan while retaining assets. The appropriate chapter depends on income, asset situation, and what the client wants to achieve.
What areas does the firm serve?
The firm serves Davidson County and surrounding areas from its Nashville office at 2827 Columbine Place.
How do clients describe working with attorney Simmons?
Client feedback consistently highlights professionalism, knowledge, and personal attention. One client noted that Simmons makes tough legal decisions so much easier.
Closing
The Simmons Law Firm fills a specific need in the Nashville legal market: an attorney who handles both bankruptcy and family law without judgment, understanding that the financial and personal dimensions of a client situation often cannot be separated. Over a decade of practice and a private firm established in 2014 have produced a track record that clients describe in terms of clarity, support, and results during difficult periods. Clients in Davidson County and surrounding areas can reach the firm at (615) 590-3265 or visit attorneysimmons.com