Best Lawyers in Tennessee, United States for Trusts and Estates
Chris Coats focuses his practice on estate planning, tax law and business law matters, routinely handling sophisticated estate, gift, and generation-skipping tax planning, business succession planning, business transactions, income tax planning, and estate and trust administration for family offices, high-net-worth individuals and families, and large family-owned and closely held entities. Additionally, Chris has extensive experience in wealth transfer planning, including drafting complex wil...
Paul S. Parker is a lawyer recognized by Best Lawyers in the practice areas of Tax Law and Trusts and Estates. Paul S. practices law in Nashville, Tennessee Best Lawyers has recognized Paul S. Parker since 2020. The Best Lawyers recognition is based on a peer-review survey of lawyers in the same geographic region and legal practice area. The recognition reflects the professional regard in which Paul S. Parker is held by other lawyers.
Andrea Sinclair is a trusted counselor and valued guide for individuals and families as she helps them plan for and navigate life’s joys, challenges, and transitions. She understands that the trust and estate planning, administration, and litigation matters she handles are both deeply personal and profoundly impactful. She also recognizes that clients often call upon her during times of mourning, conflict, or stress. Combining legal acumen with a deep sense of empathy and genuine concer...
Mr. Murrah's practice is concentrated primarily in estate planning, probate, federal transfer taxation, estate and trust administration, and federal income taxation. He advises clients on all elements of wealth transmittal and preservation, including preparation of wills and trusts, closely held business succession issues, asset protection strategies, and techniques for the minimization of transfer taxes. His experience also includes representation of trustees and trust beneficiaries. Mr. Mur...
Tricia M.Y. Tweel is an attorney in Memphis, Tennessee with Harris Shelton PLLC whose practice centers on trusts and estates. For more than a decade, she has assisted individuals and families with estate planning , probate administration, and trust-related matters. She works with clients to understand their personal and financial goals and helps them develop estate plans designed to address those priorities. Tricia advises clients on a range of estate planning tools, including wills, trusts, ...
C. Michael Adams, Jr. is a lawyer recognized by Best Lawyers in the practice area of Trusts and Estates. C. Michael practices law in Memphis, Tennessee Best Lawyers has recognized C. Michael Adams, Jr. since 2021. The Best Lawyers recognition is based on a peer-review survey of lawyers in the same geographic region and legal practice area. The recognition reflects the professional regard in which C. Michael Adams, Jr. is held by other lawyers.
Carrie Wintle Granger works in the firm’s Trusts, Estates and Private Wealth practice. She earned her law degree from Vanderbilt University Law School, where she was a member of the Order of the Coif and a Cheek Business Law Scholar. During her time there, she served as a legal writing teaching assistant for Professor Amy Enix and research assistant for Professor Jeffrey Schoenblum. While in law school, Carrie also gained valuable legal experience by working at the firm as a summer asso...
Alice Haston represents entities and individuals in the areas of business, real estate, and trusts and estates. Alice recognizes that for her clients to focus on their goals and missions, they need effective planning and governance. Her thoughtful, detailed approach enables her clients to establish beneficial structures and to minimize risk. She often advises families and individuals in business issues, estate planning, estate and trust administration, and fiduciary compliance. She also couns...
Andrew Bellm is a lawyer recognized by Best Lawyers in the practice area of Trusts and Estates. Andrew practices law in Nashville, Tennessee Best Lawyers has recognized Andrew Bellm since 2026. The Best Lawyers recognition is based on a peer-review survey of lawyers in the same geographic region and legal practice area. The recognition reflects the professional regard in which Andrew Bellm is held by other lawyers.
Kelsey B. Duckett is an attorney with Harris Shelton PLLC in Memphis, Tennessee . Her practice includes Health Care Law , Nonprofit / Charities Law, and Trusts and Estates . She has been recognized by Best Lawyers for her work in these areas. Kelsey advises individuals, health care organizations, and nonprofit entities on a range of legal matters, including business formation, governance considerations, and planning for the future. She works with clients to address practical legal issues and ...
Regan S. Steepleton is a lawyer recognized by Best Lawyers in the practice areas of Commercial Litigation, Construction Law and Trusts and Estates. Regan S. practices law in Memphis, Tennessee Best Lawyers has recognized Regan S. Steepleton since 2021. The Best Lawyers recognition is based on a peer-review survey of lawyers in the same geographic region and legal practice area. The recognition reflects the professional regard in which Regan S. Steepleton is held by other lawyers.
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