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James Crumlin

Doer · DISC type ds
Equity Partner, Diversity Equity & Inclusion Committee Chair, Co-Chair of Sports Law Practice Group at Spencer Fane LLP
📍 Nashville, Tennessee, United States

James Crumlin is an Equity Partner at Spencer Fane in Nashville, specializing in labor, employment, and sports law. A graduate of Vanderbilt University Law School, he is consistently recognized as a leading U. S. corporate employment lawyer. Colleagues describe him as a "highly intelligent strategist" with impressive negotiation skills.

Outside of his legal practice, James is deeply committed to the Nashville community, serving on the boards for the YWCA and Leadership Nashville. An avid runner, he is the Lead Ambassador Coordinator for the Rock n Roll Nashville marathon and organizes fitness events for his colleagues.

He blends his corporate law career with his passion for fitness, serving as a key organizer and ambassador for Nashvilles premier marathon event.

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Current Role
Equity Partner, Diversity Equity & Inclusion Committee Chair, Co-Chair of Sports Law Practice Group
Job Level
Senior
Location
Nashville, Tennessee, United States
Personality Overview

How James shows up

Strategic Planner
Fast-paced
Results Focused

They exhibit a rare combination of being result-oriented but patient at the same time. They might take some time to make their mind up but once they do, they don't change it easily. They are very professional in their approach and can weigh multiple perspectives together.

Priorities

Topics James cares about

Diversity & Inclusion
As the Diversity, Equity & Inclusion Committee Chair at his firm, he actively fosters an inclusive environment and values diverse perspectives in the legal profession.
Community Leadership
Demonstrates a strong commitment to civic duty through board memberships at YWCA Nashville & Middle Tennessee and the Leadership Nashville Alumni Association.
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Career

Work history

10-2021
Equity Partner, Diversity Equity & Inclusion Committee Chair, Co-Chair of Sports Law Practice Group
Spencer Fane LLP
1-2022
Member, Advisory Board -- paid board position
S3 Recycling Solutions
9-2021
Member, Alumni Association, Board of Directors
LEADERSHIP NASHVILLE FOUNDATION
6-2021
Member, Board of Directors
YWCA Nashville & Middle Tennessee
5-2023
Lead Ambassador Coordinator for Rock 'n' Roll Nashville
The IRONMAN Group
In the press

Media appearances

Spencer Fane Names James Crumlin New Chair of DEI Committee. Featured in Spencer Fane LLP (Insight/Press Release)
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James Crumlin to Co-Host Nashville Black 40 Under 40 Awards. Featured in Spencer Fane LLP
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Education
B.A.
Vanderbilt University
J.D.
Vanderbilt University Law School
Social presence
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Behavioral profile

DISC profile (public)

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Dominance (D)

Dominance (D) reflects how goal and task oriented a person is, and their ability to accomplish results irrespective of how demanding the circumstances might be. Those scoring high tend to be motivated by winning, competition, and success.

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