About Us

Let's Do Something Different

Experienced. Heart for Community. Veteran Owned.

At Calcese Law, we believe every client deserves the same level of care, professionalism, and options that major corporations receive.

Owner and attorney, Rosemary Calcese, brings over fifteen years of experience in real estate law to her clients and community. Over the course of her career, she has represented Fortune 500 companies, national firms, contractors, and a broad portfolio of residential clients, guiding each one with the same dedication and excellence.

In 2025, Rosemary led and closed the 3rd largest commercial real estate deal in Tennessee history, solidifying her reputation as a trusted leader in complex, high-stakes transactions. This milestone reflects both her deep expertise and her ability to navigate deals of any scale with precision and integrity.

A Commitment Beyond the Courtroom

Rosemary’s heart for service is evident in her extensive philanthropic work and community advocacy:

  • She provides pro-bono legal aid to inmates within the Core Civic prison system, ensuring access to justice for those who need it most.

  • As an ambassador for Reboot Recovery, she advocates for the mental health of veterans, first responders, and trauma survivors, walking alongside those navigating life after service and crisis.

  • She serves on the board of Aeriel Recovery, actively engaged in the mission to end human trafficking and support survivors.

  • Her love of children extends to her role as a Guardian ad Litem, where she represents and protects the best interests of children in the local court system.

Our Mission

As a veteran-owned practice, Calcese & Associates is built on values of service, honor, and commitment. Rosemary’s mission is simple: to combine big-firm expertise with small-firm heart so every client feels supported, confident, and valued at every step of their legal journey.

Taylor Nigro

Associate Attorney at Calcese & Associates

With a passion for explaining complex legal issues in a clear and accessible manner, Ms. Nigro provides practical and effective legal solutions for her clients. Working under the direct supervision of Owner, Rosemary Calcese, esq., Taylor has handled a variety of cases and has expanded her practice to include:

  • Business Law and Planning
  • Landlord and Tenant Law
  • Real Estate Transactions


Originally from Nebraska, Ms. Nigro earned her Bachelor of Science in Fisheries & Wildlife with minors in German and Criminology and Criminal Justice. Subsequently, earning her J.D. with distinction from the University of Nebraska College of Law, where she concentrated in corporate compliance and human resources, as well as real estate development and environmental law.

Prior to joining Calcese & Associates, Ms. Nigro gained valuable experience as a Law Clerk in Grand Junction, a Student Attorney in the Weibling Entrepreneurship Clinic at the University of Nebraska College of Law, and a Research Assistant to Professor Colleen Medill. She also worked as a Lark Clerk at the University of Nebraska Office of General Counsel, where she developed expertise across multiple legal disciplines.

Outside of her professional life, Taylor enjoys spending time in nature, exploring new coffee spots, and taking weekend trips to Norris Lake. Her diverse background, along with her commitment to clear communication and client-focused service, makes here a trusted and approachable attorney.

Admissions:

  • Tennessee State Bar


Education:

  • University of Nebraska College of Law
    • J.D. with Programs of Concentrated Study in Corporate Compliance & Human Resources and Real Estate Development and Environmental Law (2024)
  • University of Nebraska-Lincoln
    • Bachelor of Science conferred with distinction
    • Major: Fisheries & Wildlife
    • Minors: German and Criminology and Criminal Justice (2021)