Team
Meet Our Experienced Team
Meet the experienced legal team at Dix & Massey, where clients throughout Middle Tennessee receive knowledgeable representation backed by over 90 years of combined experience. Since 2000, our locally owned firm has provided trusted guidance in civil, commercial, criminal, family, and probate law, as well as mediation services. We are committed to hard work, personal service, and ethical advocacy, helping clients navigate complex legal matters with confidence. Contact Dix & Massey today to schedule your free initial consultation and meet the team dedicated to protecting your interests.
Team
Co founder, Chairman, Executive Director
Team
Co founder, Chairman, Executive Director
Team
Co founder, Chairman, Executive Director
Team
Co founder, Chairman, Executive Director
Steven A. Dix
Attorney Profile
Steven A. Dix is an attorney with Dix & Massey in Murfreesboro, Tennessee, with more than 39 years of legal experience. He founded Dix & Associates in 2000 and currently practices alongside Chad Massey and Libbi Watson. His practice focuses on civil litigation, primarily insurance defense, insurance coverage, and arson and fraud matters.
Steve has been actively involved in the legal community throughout his career. He served as President of the Rutherford/Cannon County Bar Association in 1996 and the Tennessee Defense Lawyers Association in 2004, having also served as an officer and board member of both organizations. He is a member of the Association of Defense Trial Attorneys and the Defense Research Institute.
Steve has earned an AV rating from his peers and judges through Martindale-Hubbell and has been recognized as Recommended Defense Counsel by A.M. Best. He has also served as a speaker and instructor for various legal, insurance, and fire investigation organizations, sharing his knowledge and experience with fellow professionals.
Outside his legal practice, Steve is active in the Murfreesboro Breakfast Rotary Club, where he served as president in 1997, and the Boy Scouts of America. He serves on the Middle Tennessee Council's Executive Board and as an assistant scoutmaster with Troop 398 in Murfreesboro. A recipient of the Eagle Scout rank in 1976, he also previously served as Chairman of the Trail of Tears District. Steve is an active member of St. Marks United Methodist Church in Murfreesboro. His favorite hobbies include golf and backpacking.
Areas of Practice
- Civil Litigation
- Insurance Defense
- Insurance Coverage
- Arson and Fraud Matters
Education
- University of Tennessee College of Law, Knoxville, Tennessee
- Doctor of Jurisprudence, May 1987
- Vanderbilt University, Nashville, Tennessee
- Bachelor of Arts, May 1984
Bar Admissions
- Tennessee state courts, 1987
- U.S. District Court for the Middle District of Tennessee, 1988
- U.S. District Court for the Eastern District of Tennessee, 1990
Professional Experience
- Dix & Massey — Principal/Owner, 2018–Present
- Dix & Associates, PLLC — Principal/Owner, 2000–2018
- McClellan, Powers, Ehmling & Dix, PC — Partner/Shareholder, 1987–2000
Professional Associations and Leadership
- Rutherford/Cannon County Bar Association — Member since 1987; past officer and board member; President in 1996
- Tennessee Defense Lawyers Association — Member since 1988; past officer and board member; President in 2004
- Tennessee Bar Association — Member since 1987
- Defense Research Institute — Member since 1988
- Association of Defense Trial Attorneys — Member since 2012
- Tennessee Board of Professional Responsibility — Disciplinary Hearing Committee member, 2005–2011
- Tennessee Board of Law Examiners — Investigating Committee member since 2003
- Andrew Jackson Inn of Court — Member, 1998–2004
Professional Recognition and Instruction
Steve has received an AV rating through Martindale-Hubbell, been recognized as Recommended Defense Counsel by A.M. Best, and been named a Fellow of the Tennessee Bar Foundation.
His speaking and instructional experience includes work with the Rutherford/Cannon County Bar Association, Tennessee Defense Lawyers Association, International Association of Arson Investigators, Tennessee Advisory Committee on Arson, and the State of Tennessee Fire Service and Codes Enforcement Academy. He has also provided instruction for the Tennessee Farmers Mutual Insurance Company and other insurance carriers he represents.
His additional professional affiliations include the Tennessee Advisory Committee on Arson, the International Association of Arson Investigators, the Tennessee Chapter of the International Association of Arson Investigators, the State of Tennessee Fire Service and Codes Enforcement Academy, and the International Association of Special Investigation Units.
Community Involvement
Steve has a longstanding commitment to community service through the Boy Scouts of America and the Murfreesboro Breakfast Rotary Club. His Scouting involvement includes serving on the Middle Tennessee Council's Executive Board, assisting with Troop 398 in Murfreesboro, and previously chairing the Trail of Tears District. His honors include the Eagle Scout rank, awarded in 1976, the Long Rifle Award in 2008, and the Silver Beaver Award in 2011.
He is also a member of St. Marks United Methodist Church in Murfreesboro and previously served on its Administrative Board, Council on Ministries, Pastor-Parish Relations Committee, and Board of Trustees, as well as in the church choir. Additionally, he served on the Wesley Foundation Board of Directors at Middle Tennessee State University from 1989 to 1995.
Chad A. Massey
Chad A. Massey is a lifelong Murfreesboro resident committed to serving his clients and community. He graduated with honors from Middle Tennessee State University and earned his law degree from the University of Memphis School of Law, where he received the CALI Award in Decedents’ Estates.
Chad began his legal career with Scott & Kea in Murfreesboro. His practice now includes insurance defense litigation, personal injury, corporate defense litigation, wills and estate planning, and probate matters.
Outside the office, Chad is a member of the East Main Church of Christ and enjoys spending time with his wife, their three daughters, friends, and two dogs. He is also an avid runner and cyclist and serves as a cross-country coach.
Areas of Practice
- Insurance Defense
- Personal Injury, including automobile accidents, dog bites, and slip-and-fall claims
- Estate Planning
- Probate
Education
- University of Memphis School of Law, Memphis, Tennessee
- Juris Doctor, May 2000
- Middle Tennessee State University, Murfreesboro, Tennessee
- Bachelor of Science, with honors, May 1997
Memberships & Community Involvement
- Rutherford and Cannon County Bar Association
- Tennessee Bar Association
- East Main Church of Christ
- Andrew Jackson American Inn of Court
Libbi A. Watson
Attorney Profile
Libbi A. Watson is an attorney with Dix & Massey in Murfreesboro, Tennessee, with 24 years of legal experience. Her practice focuses on civil litigation, criminal defense, family law, personal injury, and insurance defense. She also performs pro bono work for survivors of human trafficking.
Libbi earned her Master of Laws (LL.M.) degree in Alternative Dispute Resolution in 2025 from Pepperdine University Caruso School of Law and the Straus Institute for Dispute Resolution, one of the premier programs in the country. She is a Rule 31 dual-listed mediator in Tennessee.
Libbi is a member of several professional legal organizations, including the Rutherford/Cannon County Bar Association, Tennessee Defense Lawyers Association, Tennessee Bar Association, and Middle Tennessee Lawyers Association for Women. She is also a member of the Murfreesboro Breakfast Rotary Club, where she is recognized as a Paul Harris Fellow.
Outside of her legal practice, Libbi is an avid Alabama football fan and enjoys attending games with her son. Her hobbies include traveling and cooking.
Areas of Practice
- Civil Litigation
- Criminal Defense
- Family Law
- Personal Injury
- Insurance Defense
- Alternative Dispute Resolution and Mediation
- Pro Bono Services for Survivors of Human Trafficking
Education
- Pepperdine University Caruso School of Law / Straus Institute for Dispute Resolution, Malibu, California
- Master of Laws (LL.M.) in Alternative Dispute Resolution, May 2025
- Nashville School of Law, Nashville, Tennessee
- Doctor of Jurisprudence, June 2002
- Middle Tennessee State University, Murfreesboro, Tennessee
- Bachelor of Science, December 1997
Bar Admissions
- Tennessee state courts, 2003
- U.S. District Court for the Middle District of Tennessee, 2003
Professional Experience
- Dix & Massey — Associate, 2024–Present
- Howser & Associates — Associate, 2024
- Tona Law Firm, Islip, New York — Managing Attorney, 2023–2024
- Law Office of Libbi Watson (GEICO Staff Counsel) — Managing Attorney, 2011–2023
- The Norton Law Firm — Associate, 2005–2011
- Davis, Humphreys, Horton & Reese — Associate, 2002–2005
Professional Associations
- Rutherford/Cannon County Bar Association, 2024–Present
- Tennessee Defense Lawyers Association, 2024–Present
- Tennessee Bar Association, 2024–Present
- Middle Tennessee Lawyers Association for Women, 2024–Present
- American Board of Trial Advocates, 2024–2025
- New York Bar Association, 2023–2024
- Trial Lawyers Institute, 2023–2024
- Harry S. Phillips American Inn of Court, Student Member, 2001–2002
Professional Recognition and Mediation
- Rule 31 Dual-Listed Mediator, Tennessee
- Paul Harris Fellow, Murfreesboro Breakfast Rotary Club
