HAGAR & PHILLIPS - Key Persons


Amanda Smith

Job Titles:
  • Accounts Receivable
  • Administrator
  • Member of the Legal Assistants & Lebanon TN Staff
Amanda is originally from Kentucky, but has lived numerous places including in Illinois, Germany, and Tennessee. Amanda, originally from Kentucky, has lived in a variety of places including Illinois, Germany, and now, Tennessee. Alongside her supportive husband, a 14-year-old son, and their three dogs, they've made their home in Murfreesboro, Tennessee.

Caitlin Avery

Job Titles:
  • Administrative Assistant
  • Member of the Legal Assistants & Lebanon TN Staff
Caitlin lives in Lebanon, TN with her son, Bentley. Caitlin, a resident of Lebanon, Tennessee, is the heart of a beautiful family. She shares her life with her son Bentley. The family's love for animals is evident with her pets who add more joy and liveliness to her home.

David Brust

Job Titles:
  • Attorney at Law
  • an Experienced Lebanon TN Attorney
David, a Lebanon TN Attorney, grew up in Minnesota before attending the University of Wisconsin - Eau Claire where he earned a Bachelor of Arts in History and English and graduated Magna cum laude. David's primary focus areas include DUI, Personal Injury, and Healthcare Law. He then attended Belmont University College of Law, where he earned his Juris Doctorate in 2022. While at Belmont Law, he was a member of the Health Law Journal and earned a certificate in health law. Currently, David resides in Nashville with his wife, Shelby, and their yellow Labrador, Elle Woods. He has been with the firm since starting as an intern in May 2021. In his spare time, he enjoys spending time with his wife, going on runs with Elle, hanging out by the lake, and watching the New York Yankees, Green Bay Packers, and Iowa Hawkeyes. If you're seeking legal guidance in Lebanon, TN, David is the lawyer you can trust. With his expertise, compassion, and unwavering commitment to his clients, he is dedicated to achieving the best possible outcomes for every case he handles. David grew up in Minnesota before attending the University of Wisconsin - Eau Claire where he earned a Bachelor of Arts in History and English and graduated Magna cum laude. David's primary focus areas include DUI, Personal Injury, and Healthcare Law.

Eric Phillips

Job Titles:
  • Attorney at Law
Eric is a long-time resident of Lebanon in Wilson County, Tennessee; as a contractor and an electrician, he built his home in this community nearly two decades ago. Eric's primary focus areas include DUI, Healthcare, Civil, Contracts, Business, and Personal Injury. Eric, a Lebanon TN Attorney, is a long-time resident of Lebanon in Wilson County, Tennessee; as a contractor and an electrician, he built his home in this community nearly two decades ago. Eric's primary focus areas include DUI, Healthcare, Civil, Contracts, Business, and Personal Injury. He served the country in the U.S. Department of the Navy from 1988-1992. He was a part of the Air-Sea Rescue (Waterborne Rescue) team and earned the following recognition: National Defense medal, Meritorious Unit Commendation, Armed Forces Expeditionary Medal, two Seawest Asia Service medals, two Service Department Ribbons and the Navy Excellence Award. After the military, Eric attended Western Carolina University and pursued a degree in emergency medical management. He earned his RN license in 1996 and worked for over a decade in regional hospital emergency rooms. Eric's expansive medical career spans two decades as a paramedic, emergency room critical care registered nurse, director of quality/compliance, a market Chief Operating Officer over three hospitals, and most recently The Joint Commission accrediting and improving the delivery of healthcare. Eric earned his J.D. degree from Nashville School of Law in 2008. He became a member of the Nashville Bar in 2008. He started his own law practice with the objective of helping fellow neighbors and local businesses. He is also a Life Member of the Tennessee Association of Criminal Defense Lawyers (TACDL).

Hope Ford

Job Titles:
  • Member of the Legal Assistants & Lebanon TN Staff
  • Law Clerk
We are delighted to introduce you to Hope Ford, an accomplished graduate from Cumberland University, and a student of Nashville School of Law. Hope's steadfast commitment to the legal profession, coupled with a strong academic background, sets her apart. Hope is from Bozeman, Montana. She moved to Lebanon in 2017 to attend Cumberland University on a softball scholarship, where she played for two years. She resides in Lebanon with her husband, Chase.

Isaac Wilson

Job Titles:
  • Attorney at Law
  • Experienced Lawyer Serving Lebanon TN
Isaac is a life-long resident of the Middle Tennessee area, having been born and raised in Old Hickory and currently residing in the Donelson area. Isaac's primary focus areas include Family Law, Family Mediation, Divorce, Adoption, Child Custody, and Parenting Plans. Isaac, a Lebanon TN Attorney, is a life-long resident of the Middle Tennessee area, having been born and raised in Old Hickory and currently residing in the Donelson area. In 2013, he obtained his Bachelor of Arts degree in Communications from the University of Memphis. Isaac's primary focus areas include Family Law, Family Mediation, Divorce, Adoption, Child Custody, and Parenting Plans. After several years in the hospitality and sales industry, including time at both the Gaylord Opryland Resort and Convention Center and the Grand Ole Opry, he returned to school and earned his Juris Doctorate from Belmont University College of Law in 2022. During law school, he served as a summer intern at the Office of the Federal Public Defender for the Middle District of Tennessee, completed the pro bono pledge, and received the CALI Excellence award in the study of White Collar Crime. He also worked as an associate and senior editor on the Belmont Criminal Law Journal and had his student note selected for publication as part of the journal's fourth volume. Isaac began as an intern at Hagar & Phillips in May 2021, before staying on with the practice as a law clerk. In his spare time, he enjoys spending time and traveling with his friends and family, going to the movies, attending live theater performances, and cross-stitching. Isaac is a reputable lawyer with deep roots in the Middle Tennessee area. Born and raised in Old Hickory, he is now proud to call the Donelson area his home. With a strong educational background and diverse professional experiences, Isaac brings a unique perspective to his legal practice. Isaac's academic prowess extended beyond the classroom as well. He worked as an associate and senior editor for the esteemed Belmont Criminal Law Journal. In fact, his student note was selected for publication in the journal's fourth volume, showcasing his impressive legal research and writing skills. Isaac joined the law firm of Hagar & Phillips as an intern in May 2021 and quickly became an invaluable asset to the team. His dedication and passion for justice led him to stay on as a law clerk, where he continues to make a positive impact on the lives of his clients.

Pet Law

At Hagar & Phillips Attorneys at Law, we understand that elder law issues can be complex and emotionally charged.

Tiffany Hagar

Job Titles:
  • Attorney at Law
  • Managing Partner of Hagar and Phillips
A resident of Wilson County, Tiffany grew up right outside the Gladeville community. She currently resides in Mount Juliet, Tennessee and is committed to serving the citizens of Wilson County. Tiffany's primary focus areas include Family Law, Family Mediation, Divorce, Adoption, Child Custody, and Parenting Plans. Tiffany, a Lebanon TN attorney, is a resident of Wilson County. Tiffany grew up right outside the Gladeville community. She currently resides in Mount Juliet, Tennessee, and is committed to serving the citizens of Wilson County. As a graduate of the University of Tennessee College of Law in Knoxville, she received her Juris Doctorate in May 2010. Tiffany's primary focus areas include Family Law, Family Mediation, Divorce, Adoption, Child Custody, and Parenting Plans. Her legal experiences have included serving as a student attorney for the University of Tennessee Legal Clinic where she handled cases involving criminal defense, juvenile, and housing cases. Tiffany clerked for Holland Law in Knoxville during her last two years of law school, where she was involved in family law, general civil litigation, business law, and probate cases. She also spent time clerking for the Honorable Judge Thomas Varlan of the Eastern District of Tennessee Federal Court and serving as an intern for the Tennessee General Assembly under Tommie F. Brown and the Higher Education Subcommittee. Tiffany Hagar, Managing Partner of Hagar and Phillips, is a resident of Wilson County. She grew up right outside the Gladeville community, immersing herself in the vibrant culture and close-knit community of the area. Tiffany currently resides in Mount Juliet, Tennessee, and is committed to serving the citizens of Wilson County. With a deep understanding of the local community and its unique needs, she strives to make a positive impact on the lives of those she represents.

Tracey Brennan

Job Titles:
  • Member of the Legal Assistants & Lebanon TN Staff
  • Office Manager
When we say we couldn't do it without her, we mean every word. Tracey Brennan, our dedicated Office Manager, is the glue that holds our team together at Hagar and Phillips. Her commitment, dedication, and wealth of experience make her an invaluable asset to our firm. Tracey Brennan lives in Smyrna, Tennessee with her husband of 25 years. They have four amazing children and three equally amazing grandchildren.