William E. "Billy" Blackstone
Awarded Practice Areas
Trusts and Estates Tax Law
*Named the "Lawyer of the Year" in this practice area in the 2026 edition in Nashville.
Biography
William E. Blackstone is a top attorney recognized by Best Lawyers in the practice area(s) of Tax Law and Trusts and Estates.
William E., who practices law in Franklin, Tennessee, has been recognized since 2010. This recognition is based on an exhaustive peer-review survey, reflecting the high esteem in which William E. is held by other top lawyers in the same geographic and legal practice area.
Overview
- Washington and Lee University, J.D., graduated 1986
- Georgetown University, LL.M., graduated 1991
- Washington and Lee University, graduated 1986
- University of Virginia, graduated 1982
- Washington and Lee University, J.D., graduated 1986
- Georgetown University, LL.M., graduated 1991
- Washington and Lee University, graduated 1986
- University of Virginia, graduated 1982
Client Testimonials
Awards & Focus

Named "Lawyer of the Year" by Best Lawyers® for:
- Trusts and Estates, Nashville (2026)
Recognized in The Best Lawyers in America® 2026 for work in:
- Tax Law
- Trusts and Estates
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