Atty. Eddy Roy Smith

Atty. Eddy Roy Smith

Eddy Roy Smith is a lawyer practicing elder law, estate planning & probate, estates and 9 other areas of law. Eddy received a B.A. degree from Virginia Polytechnic Institute and State University, and has been licensed for 28 years.

Knoxville Knoxville 28 Years Experience 28 year
Call (865) 252-9357

Profile Summary

About Eddy Roy Smith at a glance

Eddy Roy Smith is a Special Counsel based in Knoxville, Tennessee, practicing at Kennerly, Montgomery & Finley, P.C.. They have 28+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1998. Their practice focuses on trusts, probate, estate planning, real estate, and tax. Admitted to practice in Tennessee (1998) and U.S. Tax Court (2013). Educated at University of Tennessee College of Law (J.D., 1998) and Virginia Polytechnic Institute and State University B.A. magna cum laude Virginia Polytechnic Institute and State University B.A. 1990 Phi Beta Kappa Lipscomb University (M.A. Religion, 1994). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Serves clients in Knoxville, TN and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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About

  • Eddy Roy Smith is a lawyer practicing elder law, estate planning & probate, estates and 9 other areas of law
  • Eddy received a B.A. degree from Virginia Polytechnic Institute and State University, and has been licensed for 28 years
  • Eddy practices at Kennerly, Montgomery & Finley, P.C. in Knoxville, TN

Practice Areas Explained

Eddy Roy Smith's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Eddy Roy Smith handles, with a brief overview of what that area of law covers.

Trusts

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Probate

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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.

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Real Estate Law

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

Eddy Roy Smith is one of 286,061 real estate attorneys indexed nationally. Browse real estate attorneys in Tennessee →

Tax Law

Tax attorneys handle IRS audits, tax debt, international tax, estate planning, and tax court litigation.

Eddy Roy Smith is one of 77,130 tax attorneys indexed nationally. Browse tax 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 Knoxville 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 venue, 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 Eddy Roy Smith

Where is Eddy Roy Smith's law office located?
Eddy Roy Smith's law practice is located in Knoxville, Tennessee. The firm is Kennerly, Montgomery & Finley, P.C.. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Eddy Roy Smith handle?
Eddy Roy Smith focuses on trusts, probate, estate planning, real estate, tax. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Tennessee.
How long has Eddy Roy Smith practiced law?
Eddy Roy Smith has 28+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1998.
Where did Eddy Roy Smith go to law school?
Eddy Roy Smith earned their education at (J.D., 1998); (M.A. Religion, 1994).
How can I contact Eddy Roy Smith for a consultation?
You can contact Eddy Roy Smith 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 Eddy Roy Smith received?
Eddy Roy Smith's notable recognition includes: AV Preeminent.

Education

J.D.
University of Tennessee College of Law
- 1998
M.A. Religion
Virginia Polytechnic Institute and State University B.A. magna cum laude Virginia Polytechnic Institute and State University B.A. 1990 Phi Beta Kappa Lipscomb University
- 1994

Awards

AV Preeminent

Bar Admissions

Tennessee
Admitted: 1998
U.S. Tax Court
Admitted: 2013

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