Atty. Michael Dudley Sontag

Atty. Michael Dudley Sontag

Michael Dudley Sontag is a lawyer practicing estate planning, business, corporate relocation and economic incentives and 10 other areas of law. Michael received a B.S. degree from Auburn University in 1981, and has been licensed for 41 years.

Nashville Nashville 41 yrs experience 41 year
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Profile Summary

About Michael Dudley Sontag at a glance

Michael Dudley Sontag is a Member based in Nashville, Tennessee, practicing at Bass, Berry & Sims PLC. They have 41+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1985. Their practice focuses on trusts, child custody, estate planning, business, and tax. Admitted to practice in Tennessee (1985). Educated at University of Tennessee (J.D., 1984) and Auburn University (B.S., 1981). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Active member of Nashville, Tennessee and American Bar Associations. Serands clients in Nashville, TN and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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  • Michael Dudley Sontag is a lawyer practicing estate planning, business, corporate relocation and economic incentives and 10 other areas of law
  • Michael received a B.S. degree from Auburn University in 1981, and has been licensed for 41 years
  • Michael practices at Bass, Berry & Sims PLC in Nashville, TN

Practice Areas Explained

Michael Dudley Sontag's Areas of Practice

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

Trusts

Michael Dudley Sontag is one of 104,171 trusts attorneys indexed nationally. Browse trusts attorneys in Tennessee →

Child Custody & Visitation

Michael Dudley Sontag is one of 31,241 child custody attorneys indexed nationally. Browse child custody 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.

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Business & Corporate Law

Business attorneys advise founders and growing companies on entity formation, contracts, financing, M&A, and dispute resolution.

Michael Dudley Sontag is one of 501,317 business attorneys indexed nationally. Browse business attorneys in Tennessee →

Tax Law

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

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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 Nashville 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 Michael Dudley Sontag

Where is Michael Dudley Sontag's law office located?
Michael Dudley Sontag's law practice is located in Nashville, Tennessee. The firm is Bass, Berry & Sims PLC. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Michael Dudley Sontag handle?
Michael Dudley Sontag focuses on trusts, child custody, estate planning, business, tax. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Tennessee.
How long has Michael Dudley Sontag practiced law?
Michael Dudley Sontag has 41+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1985.
Where did Michael Dudley Sontag go to law school?
Michael Dudley Sontag earned their education at (J.D., 1984); (B.S., 1981).
How can I contact Michael Dudley Sontag for a consultation?
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What awards or recognition has Michael Dudley Sontag received?
Michael Dudley Sontag's notable recognition includes: AV Preeminent.

Education

J.D.
University of Tennessee
- 1984
B.S.
Auburn University
- 1981

Awards

AV Preeminent

Bar Admissions

Tennessee
Admitted: 1985

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