AREAS OF PRACTICE

Republic Centre
633 Chestnut Street, Suite 900
Chattanooga TN, 37450

April Sawhill

Director

April Sawhill is a seasoned trial and appellate advocate specializing in complex civil litigation and catastrophic personal injury cases. Employing a tenacious-yet-balanced approach, April is dedicated to resolving her clients' business problems and providing comprehensive legal assistance.

With diverse expertise in commercial litigation in both state and federal courts, April caters to businesses of all sizes, from emerging entrepreneurs to corporations with a national and global reach. She is a distinguished trial lawyer, counseling on disputes related to breach of contract, insurance coverage, nonsolicitation and noncompetition, estoppel, and business torts.

In the realm of catastrophic personal injury, April has a wealth of experience in various negligence cases, including motor vehicle accidents, pedestrian accidents, bicycle accidents, and truck accidents. Her practice extends to handling incidents such as:

• Hunting accidents
• Recreational accidents
• Severe burns
• Slip and falls
• Animal attacks
• Dog bites
• Traumatic brain injuries
• Amputations
• Paraplegia or paralysis
• Wrongful death
• Accidents leading to scarring
• Accidents leading to disfigurement
• Product liability
• Premises liability.

Her proficiency extends to damages related to loss of income, medical expenses, loss of consortium, and pain and suffering.

April stands out among personal injury lawyers—she is a fierce advocate for her clients, ensuring they receive entitled compensation and guiding them through the insurance process. As one of Chattanooga’s best personal injury lawyers, April accepts a broad spectrum of complicated cases that other attorneys decline, including hit and run incidents, uninsured accidents, childhood personal injury claims, complex tort liability cases, and product and premises liability.

Additionally, April is recognized as a corporate lawyer in Chattanooga who excels in guiding clients through the labyrinth of complex corporate litigation. She is adept at handling matters related to contract disputes, business torts, commercial insurance coverage, and other business-related legal challenges.

April's dedication to her clients, coupled with her expertise in business law, tort and negligence law, and insurance law, positions her as a well-rounded and effective attorney in both commercial litigation and personal injury cases. Additionally, she is well-versed in alternative dispute resolution, holding the designation of a Rule 31 General Civil mediator with training in advanced methods like arbitration and mediation.

Beyond her legal practice, April and her family are avid globetrotters, having explored over two dozen countries. She is passionate about listening to people's stories and constantly seeks to learn new things.