Business Details
50 Years
experience
Trusted Legal Counsel in Knoxville, TN
Established in 1976, our firm has provided trusted legal counsel to businesses and individuals across East Tennessee for over four decades. Our attorneys specialize in federal and state taxation, business transactions, real estate development, estate planning, and litigation, with deep expertise in complex legal matters. We prioritize practical solutions tailored to clients' unique needs, maintaining a strong commitment to ethical representation and community service.Our team assists with entity formation, mergers and acquisitions, tax disputes, probate administration, and municipal representation. With offices in Knoxville and Pigeon Forge, we combine local knowledge with comprehensive legal experience to deliver results-driven counsel.
Services
Asset Protection
Bankruptcy
Business Law
Estate Planning
Tax Law
Real Estate
Probate
Litigation
Trust Law
Mergers & Acquisitions
Details
- Year established: 1976
Highlights and features
- We have over 40 years of experience serving East Tennessee businesses and individuals
- Our attorneys specialize in complex federal and state tax matters
- We provide tailored legal solutions for business transactions and real estate development
- We maintain strict conflict-of-interest protocols to protect client interests
- Our team includes attorneys with specialized expertise in municipal representation
Services
Estate Planning
Our estate planning attorneys help clients create comprehensive plans for asset distribution and end-of-life decisions. We draft customized wills, trusts, powers of attorney, and healthcare directives to protect your legacy. With expertise in both tax-planned and non-tax-planned estates, we ensure your wishes are legally enforceable while minimizing tax implications for beneficiaries.
Business Law
We provide full-service business law representation including entity formation, contract negotiation, and mergers & acquisitions. Our attorneys advise on corporate governance, joint ventures, and strategic alliances while ensuring compliance with state and federal regulations. From startups to established corporations, we help businesses structure operations for long-term success and risk mitigation.
Tax Law
Our tax law specialists represent clients in federal and state tax disputes, audits, and collections. We handle complex tax planning, entity classification, and like-kind exchange transactions under Section 1031. With decades of experience in tax controversy resolution, we advocate for favorable settlements while maintaining compliance with evolving tax codes and regulations.
Real Estate
We handle all aspects of commercial and residential real estate transactions, including development, construction documentation, and property acquisitions. Our services cover title examinations, zoning compliance, and lease agreements for both buyers and sellers. With deep local knowledge, we ensure real estate deals meet legal requirements while protecting clients' investment interests.
Litigation
Our litigation team represents clients in business disputes, creditor rights enforcement, and municipal litigation matters. We handle cases through all stages from pre-trial negotiations to courtroom representation. With experience in bankruptcy proceedings, contract disputes, and tax controversies, we develop strategic approaches to achieve favorable outcomes while maintaining cost-effectiveness for our clients.
People
Mack Gentry
Attorney
Experienced attorney specializing in business law and real estate transactions with over 30 years of legal practice in East Tennessee.
James Tipton
Attorney
Tax law specialist with extensive experience in federal tax disputes and estate planning for high-net-worth individuals.
Tim McLemore
Attorney
Corporate law expert focusing on mergers and acquisitions, with a track record of successful business transactions.
Richard Graves
Attorney
Litigation attorney handling complex commercial disputes and municipal representation cases across Tennessee.
Brian Blind
Attorney
Real estate law specialist with expertise in development projects and commercial property transactions.
Questions
What areas of law do you specialize in?
We specialize in business law, estate planning, tax law, real estate, litigation, and municipal representation, serving both individuals and corporations.
How do I schedule a consultation?
Contact our Knoxville office at 865-525-5300 to discuss your legal needs and arrange an initial consultation with an appropriate attorney.
Do you handle out-of-state business formations?
Yes, we assist foreign entities with qualifying to do business in Tennessee and navigating state-specific legal requirements.
How do you handle conflict checks?
We conduct thorough conflict checks before accepting new clients to ensure we can provide unbiased representation without ethical conflicts.
What locations do you serve?
We primarily serve East Tennessee with offices in Knoxville and Pigeon Forge, handling cases across state and federal courts.
How does your engagement process work?
After confirming no conflicts exist, we'll discuss your case details and provide a written engagement letter outlining our scope of representation.
