Knoxville, Tennessee ยท Regulatory and Government Law

Experienced Legal Counsel in Knoxville, Tennessee

Villas Law provides regulatory and government law services to healthcare providers, businesses, veterans, and nonprofits across Tennessee, North Carolina, and nationwide.

Office
1518 N. Broadway, Suite 104, Knoxville TN 37917
Connor Villas, Attorney
About the Firm

Connor Villas, Attorney at Law

Connor Villas is an attorney licensed in North Carolina and Tennessee with experience across law, government, private business, and nonprofit organizations. His practice focuses on regulatory and government law, including healthcare compliance, veterans benefits, nonprofit counsel, government relations, and business regulatory matters.

Connor has advised lawmakers at the federal and state level, built and operated businesses in the private sector, and represented clients before government agencies across the country. He approaches every matter with a straightforward communication style and a focus on practical outcomes.

Villas Law is a VA-accredited law firm and a 2025 Super Lawyers Rising Star recipient.

Practice Areas

How We Can Help

Villas Law handles matters at the intersection of government, regulation, and industry.

01
Healthcare and Pharmaceutical Regulatory

FDA compliance, wholesale drug distributor licensing, DSCSA, DEA registration, and drug supply chain law.

02
Physician and Provider Contract Review

Employment agreements, non-compete review under Tennessee law, compensation structure, and partnership agreements.

03
Veterans Affairs and Federal Benefits

VA disability claims, appeals, and ratings. VA-accredited firm with authority to represent clients in all 50 states.

04
Nonprofit and Tax-Exempt Organization Law

501(c)(3) and 501(c)(4) formation, governance, advocacy structuring, and lobbying disclosure compliance.

05
Government Relations and Legislative Affairs

Legislative strategy, regulatory advocacy, and government agency interface at the state and federal level.

06
Trademark and Intellectual Property

Federal trademark registration, USPTO proceedings, office action responses, and brand protection nationwide.

07
Professional License Defense

Representation before licensing boards including the Tennessee Board of Medical Examiners. Investigations, hearings, and reinstatement.

08
Business Formation and Compliance

Entity structuring, operating agreements, and regulatory compliance for businesses in regulated industries.

09
Estate Planning and Asset Protection

Wills, trusts, powers of attorney, and succession planning for business owners, healthcare professionals, and veterans.

Why Villas Law

What Sets Us Apart

A straightforward communication style, real-world experience, and a focus on practical outcomes.

Industry Experience

Built and operated a 50-state pharmaceutical distribution operation. Passed FDA inspection. The regulatory knowledge comes from having done the work firsthand.

Government Experience

Advised lawmakers at the federal and state level. Understands how legislation moves, how agencies operate, and how to navigate complex government systems.

VA Accredited

Officially accredited by the U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs. Authority to represent veterans in disability claims and appeals in all 50 states.

Direct Access

Every client works directly with Connor. No handoffs or intermediaries. Responsive communication and personal attention on every matter.

Flat-Fee Options

Flat-fee arrangements available for contract reviews, business formation, trademark filings, and estate planning where the scope of work is defined.

Local and National Reach

Knoxville-based and licensed in North Carolina and Tennessee. Federal program authority for VA, trademark, and pharmaceutical regulatory matters in all 50 states.

Schedule a Consultation

Available by phone or in-person at our Knoxville office. We respond promptly.