Tim Francavilla is a candidate for Bartlett Municipal Judge Division 1, bringing more than 25 years of continuous legal experience to the bench. A native of Buffalo, New York, Francavilla moved to Memphis after graduating from Colgate University with a Bachelor of Science in Psychology in 1994. He subsequently earned his Juris Doctorate from the University of Memphis, Cecil C. Humphreys School of Law in 1997. Since then, he has practiced as a litigation attorney, handling both criminal and civil matters with a particular emphasis on criminal defense, personal injury cases, and family law. Francavilla is the principal at The Francavilla Law Firm, which he describes as dedicated to providing high-level representation through a personalized, one-on-one attorney-client approach. His professional record includes recognition as a top-rated litigator and numerous lectures and seminars for legal organizations. While his biography highlights his commitment to understanding individual client needs and alleviating the stress associated with legal issues, it does not detail specific judicial philosophy or policy platforms beyond his general dedication to thorough representation. Francavilla has filed annual Statements of Interest with the Tennessee Ethics Commission as a Shelby County official and candidate from 2024 through 2026, consistent with state requirements for public officials. His candidacy focuses on leveraging his extensive litigation background to serve the municipal court community.