Business Details
50+ Years
experience
Your Trusted Legal Partner in Columbia, TN
Founded in 1975, Moore & Peden PC P.C. has established itself as a trusted legal partner in Columbia, Tennessee, serving clients across Middle Tennessee. With over 65 combined years of legal experience, attorneys Tracy Moore and Bruce Peden prioritize personalized service, ensuring clients work directly with their assigned attorney rather than intermediaries. The firm specializes in Elder Law, Probate, Personal Injury, Family Law, and Zoning and Land Use Law, offering litigation expertise in state and federal courts.Their commitment to ethics, professionalism, and client-centered representation has fostered long-standing relationships within the community. The attorneys deep understanding of local courts and dedication to cost-effective solutions underscores their reputation as respected litigators in Maury County and surrounding regions.
Services
Elder Law
Personal Injury
Conservatorships
Probate
Wills
Zoning Law
Family Law
Bankruptcy
Workers Compensation
Land Use Law
Details
- Year established: 1975
Highlights and features
- We offer 65+ combined years of legal experience in Middle Tennessee
- Our attorneys provide direct, personalized service without paralegal intermediaries
- Deep local knowledge of courts in Maury, Giles, and Williamson Counties
- Respected litigators with a track record of successful verdicts
- Commitment to ethical standards and client-focused representation
Services
Elder Law
Our Elder Law practice focuses on comprehensive planning for aging individuals, including Medicaid financial planning, special needs trusts, and nursing home advocacy. We help clients navigate complex regulations while preserving assets and ensuring quality care. Our attorneys provide tailored solutions for long-term care planning and estate preservation.
Probate
We guide executors through Tennessee's probate process, handling asset collection, debt settlement, and property distribution. Our experience ensures efficient administration of estates while minimizing conflicts. We provide clear guidance on court requirements and tax obligations for both simple and complex estates.
Personal Injury
Our firm represents clients in personal injury cases involving auto accidents, defective products, and workplace injuries. We negotiate with insurance companies and litigate when necessary to secure fair compensation for medical expenses, lost wages, and pain and suffering. Our local court knowledge strengthens case outcomes.
Conservatorships
We establish conservatorships to protect incapacitated individuals' interests, guiding families through court-appointed guardianship processes. Our services include preparing petitions, coordinating medical evaluations, and ensuring compliance with Tennessee's strict fiduciary requirements for property management.
Zoning and Land Use Law
Our land use practice advises clients on zoning compliance, property development, and regulatory challenges. We represent businesses and individuals in securing permits and navigating local ordinances governing property use across Middle Tennessee jurisdictions.
People
Tracy Moore
Attorney
Experienced litigator with decades of courtroom success in personal injury and workers' compensation cases. Known for taking on complex cases others avoid, Tracy combines aggressive advocacy with personalized client service.
Bruce Peden
Attorney
Specializes in creditor bankruptcy and municipal law with extensive trial experience. Served as federal bankruptcy trustee, bringing unique insights to complex financial litigation and land use disputes.
Questions
What areas of law does Moore and Peden specialize in?
We focus on Elder Law, Probate, Personal Injury, Family Law, Zoning and Land Use Law, and Bankruptcy proceedings across Middle Tennessee.
Do you offer estate planning services?
Yes, we prepare wills, living wills, powers of attorney, and special needs trusts tailored to individual client requirements.
Can you handle complex litigation cases?
Our attorneys have decades of trial experience in state and federal courts, successfully handling multi-million dollar personal injury verdicts and complex commercial disputes.
What makes your firm different from larger law firms?
We provide direct attorney access, personalized service, and local court expertise while maintaining the highest ethical standards and professional integrity.
How do you charge for legal services?
We offer competitive hourly rates for probate matters and contingency fees for personal injury cases, with transparent cost discussions during initial consultations.
