Frank Morriss Fly died April 28, 2020, after a long illness. Frank practiced law in Murfreesboro for 47 years and was the founding partner of Evans Bulloch Parker PLLC.
Frank was born December 30, 1945, in Columbia, Tennessee. He was a graduate of Columbia Central High School, Middle Tennessee State University and the University of Tennessee College of Law.
Frank grew up on his family farm on the Duck River in Maury County, Tennessee.
Frank was an accomplished tennis player. He also spent many hours hiking, biking and kayaking. He traveled extensively in Mexico, Central America and South America.
Frank loved his historic home, Farmington, and enjoyed giving tours of the house to visitors.
Frank devoted many hours of his law career to environmental causes, including the successful fight to save the Duck River, the most biologically diverse river in North America, from being dammed. He was named Conservationist of the Year in the United States in 1986.
He was a fierce advocate for his clients and a mentor to many young lawyers. He is greatly missed.
Frank Morriss Fly

Frank Morriss Fly
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Remembering Frank Morriss Fly
Education
- University of Tennessee College of Law, Knoxville, Tennessee
- J.D.
- Middle Tennessee State University, Murfreesboro, Tennessee
- B.S.
Practice Areas
- Civil Trial
- Criminal Trial
- Business Bankruptcy
- Consumer Bankruptcy
- Creditor’s Rights
- Medical Malpractice
- Legal Malpractice
- Accounting Malpractice
- Elder Law
- Estate Planning
- Family Law
Bar Admissions
- Tennessee, 1973
- U.S. Court of Appeals 6th Circuit, 1976
- U.S. District Court Eastern District of Tennessee, 1974
- U.S. District Court Middle District of Tennessee, 1974
- U.S. District Court Western District of Tennessee, 1974
- U.S. Supreme Court, 1984
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-Marita W
I went to my lawyer Lynn Graves with not much hope of any help. He sat down with me, talked about potential avenues of approach and started the process to get my documents. He proceeded…
-Joshua M
I wish I came to this law firm from the beginning with my case. My attorneys Brad Hornsby & Jake Beggin have & continue to give it their all despite the challenges that came my…
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I have used Bulloch, Fly, Hornsby & Evans on two separate occasions. Once for a family law matter involving custody. Heather Parker was wonderful. I also used them for a conservatorship. Lyn Graves was amazing.…
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-Jeff B
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Luke Evans with Evans Bullock Parker PLLC is one of the best and most professional lawyers I have ever worked with. Luke's knowledge, experience, and expertise seem to far excel industry standards and his ability…
-Chad B
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-Shayla G
Mr. Graves did a phenomenal job helping me navigate the frustrating uncertainties that came with VA filing processes. He worked diligently to help get an increase. It’s was completed in a timely manner and communication…
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-Pamela H
I have used Bulloch, Fly, Hornsby & Evans on two separate occasions. Once for a family law matter involving custody. Heather Parker was wonderful. I also used them for a conservatorship. Lyn Graves was amazing.…
-Angela C
Sincerely always looking out for your best interests. No pressure and so helpful!
-Marita W
I went to my lawyer Lynn Graves with not much hope of any help. He sat down with me, talked about potential avenues of approach and started the process to get my documents. He proceeded…
-Joshua M
I wish I came to this law firm from the beginning with my case. My attorneys Brad Hornsby & Jake Beggin have & continue to give it their all despite the challenges that came my…
-Drea M
They are the best attorneys, they go above and beyond to help you
-Kathy S
Great bunch of people. Very considerate and professional.
-John k
I have had the pleasure of Don Bullock's representation for over 6 years beginning with a contentious divorce and continuing to present with ongoing child support/parenting plan concerns. He is direct, no nonsense, and truthful…
-Maria V
So happy to have found Barbara Penland-Lafevers to handle my families legal needs. She was highly recommended to me by a friend and handled our case with great care and professionalism.
-Carie L
Never in my life have I experienced anything close to the custody battle with the mother of my son. I wish I had started the whole process with Luke Evans and his team. He brought…
-John P
I had a short term disability case that Luke Evans represented me in. He and his assistant, Heather, are very professional and went above and beyond to make sure I was paid for the time…
-Nancy G
The absolute best attorney's in Middle Tennessee❣ If you want to win your case these are the guys you need❣ They are not afraid to tell you the truth, no matter how painful. They always…
-Candy
Mr. Graves did a phenomenal job helping me navigate the frustrating uncertainties that came with VA filing processes. He worked diligently to help get an increase. It’s was completed in a timely manner and communication…
-Jolene D
Luke Evans with Evans Bullock Parker PLLC is one of the best and most professional lawyers I have ever worked with. Luke's knowledgeexperience, and expertise seem to far excel industry standards andhisability to provide accurate…