Atty. R. Michael Potter

Atty. R. Michael Potter

R. Michael Potter is a lawyer practicing estate planning, probate, tax exempt organizations.

Memphis Memphis 52 yrs experience 52 year
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Profile Summary

About R. Michael Potter at a glance

R. Michael Potter is an Of Counsel based in Memphis, Tennessee. They have 52+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1974. Their practice focuses on probate, estate planning, and tax. Admitted to practice in Tennessee (1974). Educated at University of Memphis (J.D., 1974) and University of Tennessee at Knoxville (B.S., 1969). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Serands clients in Memphis, TN and the surrounding metropolitan area.

Verified attorney profile · Updated June 2026

About

  • R. Michael Potter is a lawyer practicing estate planning, probate, tax exempt organizations
  • R. Michael received a B.S. degree from University of Tennessee at Knoxville in 1969, and has been licensed for 52 years
  • R. Michael practices in Memphis, TN

Practice Areas Explained

R. Michael Potter's Areas of Practice

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

Probate

R. Michael Potter 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.

R. Michael Potter is one of 226,537 estate planning attorneys indexed nationally. Browse estate planning attorneys in Tennessee →

Tax Law

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

R. Michael Potter is one of 85,302 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 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 R. Michael Potter

Where is R. Michael Potter's law office located?
R. Michael Potter's law practice is located in Memphis, Tennessee. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does R. Michael Potter handle?
R. Michael Potter focuses on probate, estate planning, tax. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Tennessee.
How long has R. Michael Potter practiced law?
R. Michael Potter has 52+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1974.
Where did R. Michael Potter go to law school?
R. Michael Potter earned their education at (J.D., 1974); (B.S., 1969).
How can I contact R. Michael Potter for a consultation?
You can contact R. Michael Potter 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 R. Michael Potter received?
R. Michael Potter's notable recognition includes: AV Preeminent.

Education

J.D.
University of Memphis
- 1974
B.S.
University of Tennessee at Knoxville
- 1969

Awards

AV Preeminent

Bar Admissions

Tennessee
Admitted: 1974

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