Mital D. Patel

Attorney at Law | Patel & Eisenhower, PLLC

Mital D. Patel is a dedicated advocate committed to providing personalized legal representation to every client. Since beginning her legal career in 2008, Ms. Patel has built over a decade of experience across a wide range of practice areas, guiding clients through every step of the legal process with compassion, clarity, and practical advice.

Ms. Patel focuses her practice on business law, commercial real estate, franchise law, insurance fraud, bad faith insurance litigation, and personal injury. She is known for delivering strategic, real-world solutions — whether protecting businesses in transactions, pursuing justice for the injured, or litigating complex insurance disputes. Ms. Patel takes the time to truly understand each client’s goals and challenges, building strong, solution-driven relationships along the way.

Licensed to practice law in Tennessee and Mississippi, Ms. Patel co-founded Patel & Eisenhower, PLLC in 2024 after previously founding and leading TriAmicus Law, PLLC (2020–2024) and serving as a Partner at General Knox Law, P.C. (formerly Hyman, Carter & Patel, PLLC) (2008–2019). She lives in Knoxville, Tennessee, with her two children and proudly serves the East Tennessee community she has called home for over a decade. Beyond her legal practice, Ms. Patel is a passionate volunteer dedicated to giving back.

Practice Areas

  • Business Formation, Planning, and Transactions
  • Commercial Real Estate Acquisition, Sale, or Leasing
  • Contracts
  • Corporate and Commercial Litigation
  • Franchise Law and Contracts
  • Probate Law
  • Personal Injury
  • General Civil Litigation
  • Insurance Fraud
  • Bad Faith Insurance Litigation

Bar and Court Admissions

  • Tennessee State Bar (2008)
  • Mississippi State Bar (2016)
  • Supreme Court of the United States (2016)
  • U.S. Court of Appeals – Sixth Circuit (2009)
  • U.S. Court of Appeals – Fifth Circuit (2016)
  • U.S. District Court – Eastern District of Tennessee (2008)
  • U.S. District Court – Middle District of Tennessee (2014)
  • U.S. District Court – Western District of Tennessee (2014)
  • U.S. District Court – Southern District of Mississippi (2016)
  • U.S. District Court – Northern District of Mississippi (2016)

Published and Notable Cases

Bowman v. Kisan, LLC

Title III ADA case. Motion to Dismiss granted; plaintiff lacked standing and mootness applied.

In Re: Mikko B.

Termination of parental rights and step-parent adoption. Court of Appeals upheld rulings in favor of Ms. Patel’s clients.

Messerli v. Williams

Trust administration appeal. Court of Appeals affirmed favorable findings for Ms. Patel’s trustee clients.

Insurance Company Bad Faith

 A hotel sustained a severe fire and the hotel’s insurance carrier refused to timely pay the hotel owner what he believed was the full value of the fire loss claim. Mital represented the hotel from the inception of the hotel fire claim and was able to get the insurance company to finally pay the full value of the claim.  Mital subsequently filed a lawsuit and prosecute the hotel owner’s claims against the insurance carrier for breach of duty of good faith and also for engaging in bad faith by slow-paying the hotel owner for the fire loss.  Mital got the insurance company to pay another $325,000 for its delay/slow-paying tactic in addition to the approximately $400,000 secured for the hotel client prior to the lawsuit and after the insurance company’s original offer.

Vehicular Crash – Wrongful Death

A person was killed when the speeding vehicle in which he was a passenger crashed into a dump truck that pulled out in front of the vehicle on the highway. Both drivers claimed the other one caused the accident. We fought for the wife and child of the person who was killed to be compensated for their loss. With prompt investigation of the crash, interviews of witnesses, and preserving the vehicles involved we obtained vital evidence. We retained top quality experts to help in the prosecution of the wrongful death claims. We successfully settled the case for approximately $1,100,000, which was virtually all of the insurance money available on both of the vehicles in the crash.

Pedestrian Struck by Vehicle during Race

Client suffered major injuries including a traumatic brain injury when he was struck by a vehicle. Liability was at issues between the driver, the City and the hosts of the race. Julie and Mital successfully fought for their client to compensate him for the injuries sustained. With prompt investigation of the site, interviews with witnesses, through review of city protocols and guidelines and retaining the appropriate accident reconstructionist and medical experts we were able to settle the case before trial. Patel & Eisenhower, PLLC negotiated a total settlement of approximately $675,000.

Insurance Company Bad Faith

A hotel sustained a severe fire and the hotel’s insurance carrier refused to timely pay the hotel owner what he believed was the full value of the fire loss claim. Mital represented the hotel from the inception of the hotel fire claim and was able to get the insurance company to finally pay the full value of the claim.  Mital subsequently filed a lawsuit and prosecute the hotel owner’s claims against the insurance carrier for breach of duty of good faith and also for engaging in bad faith by slow-paying the hotel owner for the fire loss.  Mital got the insurance company to pay another $1,300,000 for its delay/slow-paying tactic in addition to the approximately $1,200,000 secured for the hotel client prior to the lawsuit and after the insurance company’s original offer.

Vehicular Crash Cases

 Mital, has represented many individuals over the years who have been injured in vehicular crashes and have recovered from them millions of dollars in settlements and jury verdicts.

Speaking Engagements

  • New Directions Business Association, Guest Speaker (October, 2021)
    Business Entity Formations and the Do’s and Don’ts All Business Owners Should Be Aware Of
  • National Business Institute Webinar (September 2021)
    Top 7 LLC Mistakes to Avoid in Everyday Business Practices
  • Heritage Business Investors Podcast (August 2021)
    Guest Speaker on the podcast on the Legalities for Business Owners when selling their business
  • National Business Institute Webinar (June 2021)
    LLCs in Estate Planning and Probate
  • National Business Institute Webinar (May 2021)
    Top Family Law Topics
  • IMPACT Leadership Conference, Featured Speaker – Knoxville, TN (March 2021)
    Speaker on leadership, resilience, and empowering professionals to achieve personal and career growth by breaking through their boundaries.
  • National Business Institute Webinar (August 2020)
    Solo/Small Series: Client Acquisition Strategies for Family Law Attorneys
  • Oak Ridge Institute for Continued Learning (Summer 2020)
    General Practice Legal Issues and Solutions – a series of 9 classes
  • Financial Literacy Week – Mountain Commerce Bank (April 2019)
    Estate Planning & Trusts Lunch & Learn
  • Probate Law CLE – Knoxville, TN (December 2018)
    The Probate Process from Start to Finish

Education

  • University of Mississippi School of Law, J.D. (2007)
  • University of Mississippi, B.A. (2004)

Experience

  • Co-Founder/Partner — Patel & Eisenhower, PLLC(2024–Present)
  • Founder/Partner — TriAmicus Law, PLLC(2020–2024)
  • Partner — General Knox Law, P.C.(formerly Hyman, Carter & Patel, PLLC) (2008–2019)

Community Involvement

  • Board of Directors, XHunger – Scarecrow Foundation, Inc. (2019–Present)
  • Member, Women’s Coalition Against Cancer, ACS (2019–Present)

Languages

English
Gujarati

Awards and Honors

40 Under 40 Honoree

Is a recognition given to young professionals under the age of 40 who have made significant contributions in their careers, communities, and various industries. The award celebrates individuals who demonstrate leadership, innovation, and a commitment to making a positive impact on the city of Knoxville. It highlights rising stars who excel in business, philanthropy, arts, education, and other fields, showcasing their achievements and potential for continued success.

Pro Bono Service Award 2022, 2020

The award underscores the legal profession's dedication to public service and the importance of pro bono work in the state's legal landscape.

AVVO 10.0 Top Attorney Rating

This rating is the highest score awarded by Avvo, reflecting an attorney’s professional achievements, experience, and peer recognition. It is based on a comprehensive evaluation of qualifications, disciplinary history, and industry honors.

The Martindale-Hubbell Silver Client Champion Award

Recognizes attorneys who have received exceptional client reviews, indicating a strong commitment to client service. This distinction reflects consistent positive feedback and a high level of client satisfaction over time.