About The Bard Room
About The Bard Room.
Welcome to The Bard Room, where legal excellence meets lifelong learning.
Established with the mission to empower legal professionals with the knowledge and skills necessary to thrive in today’s dynamic legal landscape, we are dedicated to providing unparalleled continuing education opportunities.
At The Bard Room, we understand that the legal profession is constantly evolving. That’s why we offer a diverse range of high-quality courses, seminars, and workshops designed to keep you at the forefront of legal innovation and best practices. Whether you’re a seasoned attorney, a recent law school graduate, or a legal support professional, our comprehensive programs cater to your unique needs and career goals.
We take pride in fostering a vibrant learning community where collaboration and networking thrive. By connecting with peers, mentors, and industry influencers, you’ll have the opportunity to expand your professional network and exchange ideas with fellow legal professionals.
With flexible learning options, including in-person seminars, online courses, and on-demand content, we make continuing legal education accessible and convenient. Whether you prefer to learn at your own pace or engage in live interactive sessions, we have the resources to accommodate your learning style and schedule.
Join us at The Bard Room and embark on a journey of continuous growth and development. Elevate your legal career and stay ahead of the curve with our innovative and comprehensive continuing education programs.
The only purpose build CLE facility in Nashville, Tennessee
founder
Jeff Roberts
Born and raised in Middle Tennessee, Jeff has been practicing law in downtown Nashville since 1999. He is devoted to representing people hurt in commercial truck wrecks, automobile and motorcycle accidents, wrongful death and workers’ compensation, in addition to representing Nashville’s top entertainers and songwriters. Roberts & Associates Law Firm and The Bard Room are located in the heart of downtown Nashville in the “Fifth Avenue of the Arts District”, between the Ryman Auditorium and the historic Hermitage Hotel. Jeff has served on the Board of Governors for the Tennessee Trial Lawyers Association, selected by his peers to be admitted into The National Trial Lawyers “Top 100” for Civil Plaintiff Lawyers and The Million Dollar Advocate Forum. Jeff is a proud graduate of the Trial Lawyers College.
creative director
Max T. Barnes
Nashville singer/songwriter Max T. Barnes has written the hits you’ve loved for years. He and his father, Max D. Barnes, have sold over 70 million records, scoring 33 #1 hits for artists including Cash, Haggard, Gill, Jones, and Nelson. Songs like “Love, Me”, “Who’s Gonna Fill Their Shoes”, and “Look At Us”. In 1993, Max and his father were both nominated in the same year for the songwriter’s highest award, CMA Song of the Year. Max now brings his songwriting skills to the legal community with a fresh take on a storyteller’s standpoint focusing on tempo, brevity, and awakening all of the senses.
creative director
Max T. Barnes
Nashville singer/songwriter Max T. Barnes has written the hits you’ve loved for years. He and his father, Max D. Barnes, have sold over 70 million records, scoring 33 #1 hits for artists including Cash, Haggard, Gill, Jones, and Nelson. Songs like “Love, Me”, “Who’s Gonna Fill Their Shoes”, and “Look At Us”. In 1993, Max and his father were both nominated in the same year for the songwriter’s highest award, CMA Song of the Year. Max now brings his songwriting skills to the legal community with a fresh take on a storyteller’s standpoint focusing on tempo, brevity, and awakening all of the senses.
program director
Laurie Goodman
As a Wyoming native, Laurie resides in Sheridan, Wyoming. Early in her career, she served as Legislative Assistant for Wyoming Senator Alan K. Simpson, and as Associate Administrator at the Environmental Protection Agency in the President George H.W. Bush Administration. Most recently, she was the Executive Director of the Trial Lawyers College. Laurie has ridden horses through some of the most beautiful lands in Wyoming and says that any day she gets to ride a horse to work, is a good day.