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 We’re often asked, “At what age should I start estate planning?” The short answer is probably sooner than you think. Most people associate estate planning with older age, but the truth is that every adult should have some basic

 We get asked a lot how long the probate process takes in Tennessee. In Tennessee, we generally tell clients that the probate process takes about six to twelve months, but that can vary depending on the situation. To be

 So, just having a trust doesn’t avoid probate, but a properly set up trust can avoid probate. Let’s first briefly explain probate. Probate is a court process required for someone’s estate when they die with assets in their name

 If you’ve formed an LLC, or are thinking about it, you need to understand this question: What is an operating agreement, and why is it so important? An LLC operating agreement is the rule book for your business. It

 Are you thinking of selling your business? Whether you’re retiring, moving, or just ready for something new, here’s what happens when you decide to sell your business. Selling a business is a multi-step process. Once you make the decision

 Hi, I’m an estate planning attorney here at Carpenter and Lewis in Knoxville, Tennessee. If you’re married and own appreciated assets like real estate or stocks that have increased in value over time, there’s a powerful way to eliminate