Probate

A house can sometimes sell before a Tennessee estate is fully settled. However, an open probate case does not give every executor or administrator the same power to sell. The will, ownership of the property and the estate’s financial needs can affect how the sale...

Serving as executor after a parent’s death can feel overwhelming, especially when grief collides with court papers, real estate, investments and family questions. Many Knoxville executors worry that one wrong step will put their own savings at risk. An honest mistake...

Thinking about your estate means thinking about taxes and how they can affect what your family inherits. In Tennessee, knowing the rules can help you keep more of your assets in your loved ones’ hands. Understanding Tennessee estate tax rules Tennessee does not have a...

When someone dies, unpaid debts can still affect the estate. Tennessee probate law gives creditors specific rights while also setting firm limits to protect heirs and beneficiaries. Understanding how these rules work helps you know what to expect during the probate...

When someone dies with a will in Tennessee, the probate court appoints an executor, also called a personal representative, to handle the estate. The court issues “letters testamentary” that give this person legal authority to act. The executor manages the estate’s...