About
HMC Civil Rights is a Brentwood, Tennessee–based trial firm focused on civil rights, sexual assault, employment, and select injury litigation. Founded in 2009, the firm represents workers, students, and survivors who have experienced discrimination, harassment, retaliation, wrongful termination, whistleblower retaliation, wage and hour violations, and claims under the ADA and FMLA, as well as cases involving constitutional violations, police or government misconduct, and other abuses of power.
Led by trial lawyer Heather Moore Collins, named the Tennessee Trial Lawyers Association’s Trial Lawyer of the Year in 2025, the team prepares each matter for court from the outset through detailed investigation and strategic discovery. That trial‑ready approach supports strong negotiation while preserving the ability to take a case to verdict when necessary. The firm is intentional about trauma‑informed representation, clear guidance, and safeguarding client privacy and safety, particularly in sexual assault and harassment matters.
HMC Civil Rights practices in Tennessee state and federal courts and before agencies such as the EEOC. The firm serves clients across Middle Tennessee, including Nashville, Brentwood, Columbia, Franklin, and Murfreesboro. Attorneys include Heather M. Collins, Ashley Shoemaker, and Lucia Izzolo, supported by a focused staff dedicated to disciplined case preparation and client‑centered advocacy.