Linville Estate Law

HOW MUCH DOES ESTATE PLANNING REALLY COST? Is estate planning too expensive? The truth is, the cost of not having a plan is almost always higher. I... more

ESTATE PLANNING IS ABOUT FAMILY, NOT FORTUNE Meet Harry and Whitney. They had a blended family and a modest home. They didn't think they were "rich... more

THE #1 REASON WHY PEOPLE DON'T CREATE AN ESTATE PLAN Nearly 7 in 10 Americans are currently unprepared with no Will or Trust in place. Most people ... more

5 REASONS PEOPLE DELAY ESTATE PLANNING Most of us suffer from "Someday Syndrome"—putting off big goals until an arbitrary "right time." In estate p... more

WHAT IS THE BEST TRUST FOR ESTATE PLANNING? Trusts are powerful, but there is no "one-size-fits-all" answer. The best fit depends on whether you wa... more

WHAT ARE THE 5 COMPONENTS OF ESTATE PLANNING? When arranging your final wishes, a Will is just the beginning. Estate planning is a comprehensive sy... more

WHAT IS ESTATE PLANNING (IN LAYMAN’S TERMS)? In simple terms, estate planning is the roadmap you create to protect your family’s future. It isn't j... more

COMMON QUESTIONS TO ASK YOUR ESTATE PLANNING ATTORNEY Starting an estate plan is the best way to secure your family's future. Franklin-based attorn... more

ESTATE PLANNING FOR PART-TIME TENNESSEE RESIDENTS If you call Franklin home but migrate south for the winter, your estate plan requires a specializ... more

WHY DOES ESTATE PLANNING MATTER? According to Franklin-based attorney Trent Linville, estate planning isn’t just for the "wealthy elite" of Middle ... more

HE COST OF "LATER": PLANNING FROM STRENGTH VS. URGENCY We’ve all said it: “I’ll get to that later.” Usually, "later" is harmless—like a leaky fauce... more

THE RELIEF OF CERTAINTY: HOW EVELYN RECLAIMED HER FUTURE We often wait for a "slower season" to plan, but we don’t plan for the easy days—we plan f... more

WHY THERE’S NO SUCH THING AS "TOO MESSY" TO PLAN If you’ve ever thought, "Our family situation is way too messy for an estate plan," you’re in good... more

AM I "QUALIFIED" FOR AN ESTATE PLAN? THE 3-POINT CHECKLIST EVERY FAMILY NEEDS Most people think estate planning is only for the ultra-wealthy. Our ... more

FROM DREADING IT TO DONE: ELENA’S ESTATE PLANNING STORY Most of our favorite clients didn’t exactly skip through our front doors. For many, estate ... more

THE LAST GREAT GIFT: MARGARET’S STORY OF CLARITY IN GRIEF We often say a great estate plan is the last great gift you can give your family. But wha... more

THE INVISIBLE GAPS: WHY DANIEL’S ESTATE PLAN ALMOST FAILED HIS FAMILY Most people assume an estate plan fails during a dramatic courtroom battle. I... more

WHY HAVING A PLAN DOESN’T ALWAYS MEAN IT WILL WORK Many people walk away from a law firm with a professional-looking binder and a sense of relief, ... more

CAN’T I JUST DIY MY ESTATE PLAN? THE LIMITS OF TEMPLATES Online forms and AI tools make estate planning look like a simple "fill-in-the-blank" task... more

THE "DEFAULT PLAN" TENNESSEE HAS FOR YOU Many believe their assets "automatically" go to their spouse or children. In Tennessee, that's rarely true... more

WHY A COMPREHENSIVE ESTATE PLAN WORKS BEST When people think about estate planning, they often focus on a single document—like just a Will or just ... more

ESTATE PLANNING TIPS FOR NEWLYWEDS "We thought estate planning was for later in life," one couple told us—until they realized the peace of mind tha... more

ESTATE PLANNING FOR BLENDED FAMILIES Blended families are a beautiful dynamic, but they bring unique legal complexities. James learned this the har... more

ESTATE PLANNING FOR INDIVIDUALS WITH SPECIAL NEEDS Planning for a loved one with special needs goes far beyond money—it’s about protecting their di... more

HOW TO SPRING CLEAN YOUR ESTATE PLAN "I didn't think it mattered," one client told us—until she realized her ex-husband was still her life insuranc... more

WHAT IS A LIVING WILL AND WHY IT SHOULD BE IN YOUR PLAN The most valuable heirlooms in an estate aren't always the most expensive—they are the irre... more

WHAT IS A LIVING WILL AND WHY IT SHOULD BE IN YOUR PLAN A medical emergency is stressful enough without the added weight of uncertainty. For Tennes... more

THINKING ABOUT A LIVING TRUST? AVOID THESE MISTAKES A Living Trust is a powerful tool, but it only works if executed correctly. For Tennessee homeo... more

SHOULD I PUT MY BANK ACCOUNT IN MY CHILD’S NAME? It might seem like a smart shortcut to avoid probate, but adding your adult children as co-owners ... more

WHAT IS PROBATE IN TENNESSEE, AND HOW DOES IT WORK? Probate is the court-supervised process used to validate a Will, settle debts, and legally tran... more

CAN A LIVING TRUST KEEP MY FAMILY OUT OF PROBATE? Many families fear "probate"—the court process that can hold your assets hostage for months. In T... more

SHOULD I CHOOSE A WILL OR A TRUST? When planning how to pass on your assets, the most common question for Tennessee families is "Will vs. Trust." B... more

WHY EVERY PARENT NEEDS A STUDENT PROTECTION PLAN (18+) The summer between high school and college is a major milestone, but it comes with a legal r... more

ESTATE PLANNING FOR MINOR CHILDREN: PROTECTING THEIR FUTURE For Tennessee parents, nothing is more important than ensuring your children are provid... more

WHAT REALLY CHANGES AT 18 (AND WHY IT MATTERS MORE THAN YOU THINK) Turning 18 is a major milestone, but it comes with a legal "blackout" that most ... more

IS YOUR ESTATE PLAN READY FOR SUMMER TRAVEL? Before you pack the sunscreen and set your out-of-office message, there is one critical "suitcase" you... more

DIGITAL SUNSCREEN: HOW TO PROTECT YOUR DIGITAL ASSETS We use sunscreen for our skin and locks for our doors because we know what is valuable deserv... more

FUNDING A TRUST: WHAT IT MEANS AND WHY IT MATTERS One of the most dangerous mistakes in estate planning is creating a trust but never "funding" it... more

5 TIPS FOR KEEPING UP WITH IMPORTANT DOCUMENTS When an emergency happens, the last thing your family needs is a frantic search for paperwork. Orga... more

CHARITABLE GIVING AND ESTATE PLANNING Did you know that how you give to charity can be just as important as what you give? Strategic charitable gi... more

NEW YEAR’S RESOLUTION: CREATE AN ESTATE PLAN The New Year is a time for fresh starts and meaningful goals. While most resolutions focus on short-t... more

MOVED TO TENNESSEE? HERE’S WHY YOU SHOULD UPDATE YOUR ESTATE PLAN Did you know that 1 in 10 Americans no longer live in the state where they origi... more

TOP REASONS TO UPDATE YOUR ESTATE PLAN An estate plan is not a "set it and forget it" document. It is a living set of instructions that must evolv... more

THE 3 PROFESSIONALS YOU NEED FOR A COMPREHENSIVE FINANCIAL PLAN To truly protect your legacy, you need a coordinated strategy where these three ex... more

If you don't have a list of questions to ask your estate planner, now's the time to grab a pen and paper. A few things that should be on the prover... more

Are you a snowbird? If so, your estate planning strategies might need to change. This is because where you "actually" live may not be the place you... more

Are you a real estate agent or mortgage lender? If so, Trent Linville offers expert guidance in all aspects of real estate law. The office has serv... more

Does estate planning matter? Absolutely. Having an estate plan in place is one of the only ways that you can ensure that your loved ones benefit ... more

Probate is a four-letter word. Okay, so it's actually seven letters, but it's a pain just the same. But what is it? In layman's terms, probate is ... more

Do you know the top five estate planning mistakes? They are leaving poor documentation, not reading (or understanding) your documents, failing to a... more

Should you put your assets into your child's name? In a word, no. Here's why: While it might sound like a no-brainer, it's not a great idea to put... more

Probate is the nightmare of the legal world. If you die without a will, the state can take over and choose to whom and when your assets are distrib... more

As parents, we hope that we can always be there for our little ones. But what happens to your kids if the unthinkable happens? Who will act as your... more

The end of the 2022/2023 school year is just around the corner. If you have kids headed to college, now's the time to make sure you can help when t... more

Estate planning is for everybody, not just the wealthy. Without an appropriate estate plan, friends and relatives can spend a lifetime (and their life savings) battling over your assets. It can be intimidating, but it is a necessary step in ensur... more

Do you have a student going off to college in the next few weeks? If so, you may want to check out our Student Protection Plan so that you can be t... more

From us to you, Happy New Year! We hope to serve you to help you to protect what matters most in 2022.

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