News and updates from law firm Owings Wilson & Coleman located in Knoxville, TN and the legal community as a whole.

Carl Papa Wins the High Jump!

Friend of the firm, Carl Papa, won the High Jump at today’s National Senior Games in Des Moines, Iowa. Carl is quite the athlete and is the inventor of the Pin High Pro, a very successful golf swing aid. Way to go Carl!   The 2025 National Senior Games are presented by Humana and are…

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Ribbon cutting ceremony for new Harriman location

OWC Opens Harriman Office

On June 12, 2024, Owings, Wilson & Coleman, in conjunction with the Roane County Chamber of Commerce, held a ribbon cutting ceremony for its new Harriman branch location.  Members of the firm, along with clients, members of the Chamber of Commerce, and the general public celebrated with coffee, donuts and muffins from Gather Coffee.  …

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Old classroom with flowers on desk.

Teacher’s Discipline Act – A New Way to Manage Discipline in Tennessee Schools

During the pandemic, issues with student discipline rose drastically.  Legislators nationwide have responded to this emergent issue by developing new laws that empower teachers with more control over their respective classroom environment.  Despite legislative intent, however, it remains crucial for state and local governments alike to be mindful of Tennessee’s legislative answer that has a…

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