Civil Rights
Every person in the United States is entitled to the constitutional rights that government officials are sworn to uphold – not violate. When police officers use excessive force, make unlawful arrests, or abuse their authority, they don’t just break the law. They break the trust of the communities they serve. At Shipley Law Firm, we hold them accountable. Attorney Corey B. Shipley brings a unique perspective to civil rights litigation: as a former Assistant United States Attorney, he worked alongside federal law enforcement and understands exactly how government agencies operate, where oversight fails, and when the line between lawful conduct and misconduct has been crossed. In many of the civil rights cases we’ve handled, the officer involved has faced termination or criminal charges for their conduct. That’s not a coincidence – it’s the result of thorough investigation, aggressive advocacy, and a genuine commitment to justice. If your rights were violated, we want to hear your story.
Why we’re the best choice for YOU
- Former AUSA experience working alongside federal law enforcement – giving us insight most civil rights attorneys don’t have
- Proven record in cases involving police brutality, excessive force, and wrongful arrest
- Experience with cases where officers have been fired or criminally charged for their conduct
- Representation in claims against local, state, and federal government entities
- Deep understanding of Section 1983 federal civil rights claims and constitutional law
- Aggressive investigation and evidence gathering from the earliest stages
- Committed to holding government officials and agencies personally accountable
- Serving Johnson City, Kingsport, Bristol, Elizabethton, Greeneville, and all of Northeast Tennessee
Your rights are not suggestions – they are guarantees. When the government violates them, we stand between you and the full weight of official power, fighting to restore your dignity, your justice, and your future.
