Estate Planning, Estate Administration & Taxation and Litigation
You and your loved ones deserve a thoughtful and properly designed estate plan that reflects your and their wishes and intentions. Ideally, the plan should be constructed with the guidance of qualified legal counsel as soon as possible. An experienced and detail-oriented lawyer who specializes in estate planning can help you craft every aspect of a thorough estate plan. Our services provide a structure that offers peace of mind to you and your family, and creates tax efficiencies within the estate.
At Hodges, Doughty & Carson, PLLC, we help clients throughout middle and eastern Tennessee simplify estate administration, even when their case requires probate. Our Knoxville estate planning lawyers provide clients with aggressive representation in probate proceedings. We work to ensure assets are protected to the fullest extent possible and that our clients receive what they are entitled to receive in estate distributions.
Provide for Loved Ones by Planning Ahead
It is never too early to consult with an attorney about the benefits of a solid estate plan. We help people of all ages and backgrounds plan for the needs of their loved ones in the event of their death or incapacitation. No matter how complex or simple you perceive your estate planning needs to be, we will ensure that all your legal, financial, health and special needs are accounted for in a thorough estate plan, including:
- Wills
- Living wills
- Irrevocable trusts
- Revocable trusts
- Life insurance trusts
- Powers of attorney
- Advanced directives
- Conservatorships
- Estate, gift and inheritance taxes
- Gratuitous transfers
- Business succession planning
- Wealth succession
- Asset protection
- Prenuptial and postnuptial agreements
- Estate related litigation
We also have experience litigating tax disputes, breaches of fiduciary duty, will contests, and complex estate and trust administration. We have represented estates and survivors in many complex probate situations.
Call us today at (865) 737-2784 to schedule an initial consultation. Contact us for more details.
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Honoring a Legacy of Trust & Strength What Sets Us Apart?
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Strategic & Tenacious RepresentationLegal challenges require sharp strategy and unwavering commitment. We approach every case with meticulous preparation and relentless advocacy to help you move forward with confidence.
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Proven Experience, Trusted ResultsWith decades of combined legal experience, our team has successfully guided countless clients through complex legal matters. We bring the knowledge and dedication needed to fight for the best possible outcome.
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Client-Centered AdvocacyYour case isn’t just another file—it’s your future. At HDC Law, we take a personalized approach, crafting strategies tailored to your unique situation and goals.
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Comprehensive Legal RepresentationNo matter your legal challenge, we have you covered. From personal injury and family law to healthcare law and business litigation, our firm provides skilled representation across a broad range of practice areas.