Atty. Barbara Benham Lapides

Atty. Barbara Benham Lapides

Barbara Benham Lapides is a lawyer practicing real estate and business transactions, municipal law, estate planning and 1 other area of law. Barbara received a degree from Memphis Cecil C.

Memphis Memphis 41 yrs experience 41 year
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Profile Summary

About Barbara Benham Lapides at a glance

Barbara Benham Lapides is a Member based in Memphis, Tennessee, practicing at Harris Shelton Hanover Walsh, PLLC. They have 41+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1985. Their practice focuses on probate, estate planning, real estate, and government. Admitted to practice in Tennessee (1985). Educated at University of Memphis (J.D., 1985) and Memphis Cecil C. Humphreys School of Law University of Memphis (B.A., 1966). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Serands clients in Memphis, TN and the surrounding metropolitan area.

Verified attorney profile · Updated June 2026

About

  • Barbara Benham Lapides is a lawyer practicing real estate and business transactions, municipal law, estate planning and 1 other area of law
  • Barbara received a degree from Memphis Cecil C. Humphreys School of Law, and has been licensed for 41 years
  • Barbara practices at Harris Shelton Hanover Walsh, PLLC in Memphis, TN

Practice Areas Explained

Barbara Benham Lapides's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Barbara Benham Lapides handles, with a brief overview of what that area of law covers.

Probate

Barbara Benham Lapides is one of 128,014 probate attorneys indexed nationally. Browse probate attorneys in Tennessee →

Estate Planning & Probate

An estate planning attorney prepares wills, trusts, powers of attorney, and healthcare directives to protect your family and pass on your assets.

Barbara Benham Lapides is one of 226,537 estate planning attorneys indexed nationally. Browse estate planning attorneys in Tennessee →

Real Estate Law

Real estate attorneys handle home purchases, sales, commercial transactions, title disputes, and landlord-tenant matters.

Barbara Benham Lapides is one of 316,149 real estate attorneys indexed nationally. Browse real estate attorneys in Tennessee →

Government & Administrative Law

Attorneys for administrative law, agency hearings, government contracts, licensing, and public benefits.

Barbara Benham Lapides is one of 132,225 government attorneys indexed nationally. Browse government attorneys in Tennessee →

Jurisdictional Context

Why local counsel matters in Tennessee

Practicing law in Tennessee. Legal matters in Tennessee are governed by state-specific rules of civil and criminal procedure, statutes of limitations, and substantive law. Cases originating in Memphis are typically filed in the local municipal court or the appropriate Tennessee state district court, depending on subject matter and amount in controversy. An attorney licensed in Tennessee brings working knowledge of local procedural deadlines, judicial practices in this andnue, and the substantive law that applies to cases brought here. Out-of-state attorneys generally cannot represent clients in Tennessee courts without local counsel or pro hac vice admission.

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Frequently Asked

Common questions about Barbara Benham Lapides

Where is Barbara Benham Lapides's law office located?
Barbara Benham Lapides's law practice is located in Memphis, Tennessee. The firm is Harris Shelton Hanover Walsh, PLLC. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Barbara Benham Lapides handle?
Barbara Benham Lapides focuses on probate, estate planning, real estate, government. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Tennessee.
How long has Barbara Benham Lapides practiced law?
Barbara Benham Lapides has 41+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1985.
Where did Barbara Benham Lapides go to law school?
Barbara Benham Lapides earned their education at (J.D., 1985); (B.A., 1966).
How can I contact Barbara Benham Lapides for a consultation?
You can contact Barbara Benham Lapides directly through this profile page. Click "Ask the Attorney" to submit a question, or "Schedule a Consultation" to book a meeting. Most claimed-profile attorneys respond within one business day.
What awards or recognition has Barbara Benham Lapides received?
Barbara Benham Lapides's notable recognition includes: AV Preeminent.

Education

J.D.
University of Memphis
- 1985
B.A.
Memphis Cecil C. Humphreys School of Law University of Memphis
- 1966

Awards

AV Preeminent

Bar Admissions

Tennessee
Admitted: 1985

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