Probate is a court-administered process that occurs when a deceased individual leaves behind assets and an estate, whether or not there is a will. In probate, a court oversees the process of distributing assets, paying debts and taxes, and settling the estate’s affairs.
If you have recently lost someone close to you, the probate lawyers at Crow Estate Planning & Probate can help you ensure the deceased’s wishes are respected. We draw on our decades of combined experience in the Tennessee and Kentucky court systems to mitigate any delays in the probate process and to answer your questions.
Even courts will recommend working with a lawyer. The probate process is often confusing for individuals without a legal degree, and you may be dealing with grief as you try to settle the estate. A probate law firm like Crow Estate Planning & Probate can handle the legal burden. We can help with:
Our team can even help you avoid probate in advance through our estate planning services. If you are concerned about how your estate will be managed, we can explain how revocable living trusts, joint ownership, transfer on death (TOD) or payable on death (POD) designations, and lifetime gifts can help ensure your legacy is protected and help your beneficiaries avoid probate. A beneficiary is anyone who may get something from a will after the passing of a loved one. Beneficiaries may include family members, individuals, charities, and other parties.

At Crow Estate Planning & Probate, our probate attorneys in Tennessee and Kentucky focus only on estate and business planning, which allows us to allocate all our resources to these areas of the law. Whether the estate is a complex situation involving multiple businesses or there is a contest to the will, we have the years of experience to answer your questions and represent you throughout the process.
We are BBB-accredited and are proud to have been named Super Lawyers’ Rising Star in the Mid-South through 2023. We are members of the National Association of Estate Planners & Councils (NAEPC) and active members of our local Chambers of Commerce in Clarksville, Nashville, Springfield, Franklin and Hopkinsville. As members of our local communities, we give back through charity events, donations, and volunteer work throughout the year. Our legal team even takes part in free events and workshops to empower our communities with more information about estate planning and the law.
The lawyers at Crow Estate Planning & Probate understand that the probate process can be emotional, which is why we are here for you. We explain the law in plain language and answer all your questions. We also offer transparent pricing and a free consultation to help you move forward with confidence.
You need more than probate legal services. Whether you are an executor, heir, or beneficiary, you need a probate consultant who can guide you through the probate process and help you avoid delays and errors. The lawyers at Crow Estate Planning & Probate can represent you every step of the way. It’s in our name. If you are in Tennessee or Kentucky and need a probate attorney, contact our law firm for a free consultation.
I cannot recommend Thomas Steelman highly enough! From the very start, he made the entire process of setting up our estate trust absolutely painless. His expertise and clear explanations turned what I expected to be a daunting task into a smooth and stress-free experience.
Not only did he handle every aspect of our estate trust with great attention to detail, but he (and law firm colleagues) also took care of transferring over our home deeds so we didn’t have to deal with the hassle of going to the county office ourselves. That alone saved us so much time and stress!
I honestly thought the process was going to cost a small fortune, but I was pleasantly surprised by how reasonable the pricing was. Most importantly, though, Thomas gave us peace of mind knowing that our hard-earned assets are protected and will go exactly where we want them—without placing unnecessary burdens on our loved ones.
If you’re looking for a knowledgeable and professional estate trust attorney, Thomas and team are the ones to trust. ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐
John and his team did an amazing job helping my family get our affairs in order. Could not recommend them more!
hey are so prompt to respond and attentive!
Alexandra Hulme was extremely helpful, professional, and punctual! I highly recommend using this firm.
Highly recommend for all of your probate needs. Compassionate and professional.