Atty. Michael D. Stice

Atty. Michael D. Stice

Michael D. Stice is a Tennessee Certified Estate Planning Specialist and a member of the National Association of Estate Planners & Councils.

Kingsport Kingsport 48 Years Experience 48 year
Call (423) 830-1663

Profile Summary

About Michael D. Stice at a glance

Michael D. Stice is a Member based in Kingsport, Tennessee, practicing at Holmes & Stice PLC. They have 48+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1978. Their practice focuses on wills, trusts, probate, estate planning, and business. Admitted to practice in Georgia (1978) and Tennessee (1978). Educated at Emory University (J.D., 1978) and Georgia Institute of Technology (B.I.E., 1975). Recognitions include BV Distinguished. Active member of Kingsport Tennessee Bar Associations. Serves clients in Kingsport, TN and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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About

  • Michael D. Stice is a Tennessee Certified Estate Planning Specialist and a member of the National Association of Estate Planners & Councils
  • He is also a director of the Estate Law Specialist Board, the ABA-sanctioned body that certifies attorneys in estate planning
  • He co-founded Holmes & Stice PLC in 2000, but began his practice in 1978 with the Wilson, Worley law firm
  • Mr. Stice graduated from Georgia Tech in 1975 (with highest honors) and Emory University School of Law in 1978, where he was the Style Editor of the Emory Law Journal
  • He is a member of the Kingsport and Tennessee Bar Associations, and is a past president of the Tri-Cities Estate Planning Council
  • He is active in his church and his civic activities include serving as president of the Kingsport Community Foundation (2 years), and on the boards of Boys & Girls Club of Greater Kingsport (past president), Mountain Region Speech and Hearing Center (past president), Rotary Club of Downtown Kingsport (past president) and the Greater Kingsport Family YMCA

Practice Areas Explained

Michael D. Stice's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Michael D. Stice handles, with a brief overview of what that area of law covers.

Wills

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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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Business & Corporate Law

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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 Kingsport 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 Michael D. Stice

Where is Michael D. Stice's law office located?
Michael D. Stice's law practice is located in Kingsport, Tennessee. The firm is Holmes & Stice PLC. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Michael D. Stice handle?
Michael D. Stice focuses on wills, trusts, probate, estate planning, business. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Tennessee.
How long has Michael D. Stice practiced law?
Michael D. Stice has 48+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1978.
Where did Michael D. Stice go to law school?
Michael D. Stice earned their education at (J.D., 1978); (B.I.E., 1975).
How can I contact Michael D. Stice for a consultation?
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What awards or recognition has Michael D. Stice received?
Michael D. Stice's notable recognition includes: BV Distinguished.

Education

J.D.
Emory University
- 1978
B.I.E.
Georgia Institute of Technology
- 1975

Awards

BV Distinguished

Bar Admissions

Georgia
Admitted: 1978
Tennessee
Admitted: 1978

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