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Denmark J. Grant

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Denmark J. Grant defends local, regional, and nationally known employers in a broad range of employment matters, including the defense of cases under federal and state discrimination laws, against retaliation claims, and against claims for tortious interference with contractual relations.

Featured Experience


Obtained summary judgment on all claims on behalf of a college in defense of allegations of breach of contract and violations of the Americans with Disabilities Act.

Obtained summary judgment on all claims on behalf of a national gravel producer in defense of allegations regarding violations of the Tennessee Disability Act and the Tennessee Workers' Compensation Act.

Obtained summary judgment on unequal pay and sex discrimination claims on behalf of a college in defense of allegations regarding violations of the Equal Pay Act and Title VII.

Professional Biography


Mr. Grant's labor and employment practice focuses on a broad range of employment matters, including litigation arising under the Americans with Disabilities Act, Title VII, and the Tennessee Human Rights Act. He is well versed in all aspects of litigation, such as conducting depositions and internal investigations, drafting dispositive motions and appellate briefs, and delivering oral argument in state and federal courts.

Mr. Grant's clients also include licensed professionals, including lawyers and physicians, whom he has represented before licensing boards.

  • Obtained summary judgment on all claims on behalf of a college in defense of allegations of breach of contract and violations of the Americans with Disabilities Act.

  • Obtained summary judgment on all claims on behalf of a national gravel producer in defense of allegations regarding violations of the Tennessee Disability Act and the Tennessee Workers' Compensation Act.

  • Obtained summary judgment on unequal pay and sex discrimination claims on behalf of a college in defense of allegations regarding violations of the Equal Pay Act and Title VII.

  • Obtained summary judgment on wrongful denial of a short-term disability claim on behalf of a business association in defense of allegations regarding violations of ERISA.

  • Obtained dismissal of all claims on behalf of a college defending allegations of breach of contract, promissory estoppel, and negligent misrepresentation.

  • Obtained dismissal of all claims on behalf of a medical school defending allegations of violations of the Age Discrimination in Employment Act, Title VII, the Fair Labor Standards Act, the OSH Act, and Virginia state law.

  • Obtained voluntary dismissal of breach of contract, promissory estoppel, and negligent misrepresentation claims on behalf of a college following a motion to dismiss.

  • Obtained a favorable settlement on behalf of a hospitality franchisor in a class action alleging violations of the Fair Labor Standards Act.

  • Conducted an internal investigation on behalf of a wholesale distributor regarding a potential claim for wrongful death.

  • Conducted an internal investigation on behalf of a national construction management firm regarding allegations of sex discrimination, hostile work environment, and retaliation in violation of Title VII.

  • Conducted an internal investigation on behalf of a rubber manufacturer regarding allegations of racial discrimination, hostile work environment, and retaliation in violation of Title VII.

  • Member – Harry Phillips Inn of Court
  • Recipient – Duke Law Dean's Scholarship

Industries

Education

  • Duke University School of Law, J.D., 2018
  • University of Tennessee, B.A. in Philosophy, 2013, cum laude

Admissions

  • Tennessee, 2018
  • U.S. District Court for the Middle District of Tennessee, 2019
  • U.S. Court of  Appeals for the Sixth Circuit, 2021

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