Ranked in 1 Practice Areas
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Band 1

Environment

Tennessee

8 Years Ranked

About

Provided by John Dawson

USA

Practice Areas

John Dawson focuses his practice on the areas of environmental and construction law and products liability. He represents industries, utilities, and municipalities in environmental disputes and regulatory enforcement actions, as well as environmental permitting and compliance, related to water and wastewater treatment, storm water management, air emissions, site remediation, hazardous waste and materials management, and water use rights, as well as representing clients in corporate and real estate transactions.

John’s practice encompasses:

- Environmental

- Construction and real estate

- Products liability and mass torts

Prior to attending law school, John had a successful career as a civil and environmental engineer. John incorporates this knowledge base and past experience into his practice, providing him a unique insight into his clients’ interests and goals.

Career

Joined Bass, Berry & Sims in 2008. Prior to attending law school, John had a successful career as a civil and environmental engineer.

Awards

Environment (2020-2026), Up and Coming (2019)

Chambers USA

Litigation: Construction; Litigation: Environmental (2023-2026)

The Best Lawyers in America©

Nashville Litigation: Environmental “Lawyer of the Year” (2026)

Best Lawyers®

Education

University of Tennessee College of Law

J.D.

2008

Vanderbilt University

M.S.

1999

University of Tennessee

B.S.

1996

Chambers Review

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Chambers Guide to the USA

Environment - Tennessee

1
Band 1
Individual Editorial
John Dawson regularly acts for utilities, municipalities and corporate clients in enforcement actions and environmental litigation. He handles matters arising under air, water, fuel and waste regulations.

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