Atty. Rice Byars

Atty. Rice Byars

Rice Byars is a lawyer practicing estate planning, trusts and estates. Rice received a B.A. degree from University of Mississippi in 1985, and has been licensed for 38 years.

Memphis Memphis 38 yrs experience 38 year
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Profile Summary

About Rice Byars at a glance

Rice Byars is an Attorney based in Memphis, Tennessee, practicing at Harris Shelton Hanover Walsh, PLLC. They have 38+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1988. Their practice focuses on trusts and estate planning. Admitted to practice in Tennessee (1988). Educated at University of Memphis (J.D. New, 1988) and University of Mississippi (B.A., 1985). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Serands clients in Memphis, TN and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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About

  • Rice Byars is a lawyer practicing estate planning, trusts and estates
  • Rice received a B.A. degree from University of Mississippi in 1985, and has been licensed for 38 years
  • Rice practices at Harris Shelton Hanover Walsh, PLLC in Memphis, TN

Practice Areas Explained

Rice Byars's Areas of Practice

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

Trusts

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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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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 Rice Byars

Where is Rice Byars's law office located?
Rice Byars'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 Rice Byars handle?
Rice Byars focuses on trusts, estate planning. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Tennessee.
How long has Rice Byars practiced law?
Rice Byars has 38+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1988.
Where did Rice Byars go to law school?
Rice Byars earned their education at (J.D. New, 1988); (B.A., 1985).
How can I contact Rice Byars for a consultation?
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What awards or recognition has Rice Byars received?
Rice Byars's notable recognition includes: AV Preeminent.

Education

J.D. New
University of Memphis
- 1988
B.A.
University of Mississippi
- 1985

Awards

AV Preeminent

Bar Admissions

Tennessee
Admitted: 1988

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