Atty. Stephen L. Carpenter

Atty. Stephen L. Carpenter

STEPHEN L. CARPENTER is an attorney in Knoxville, Tennessee, where his practice is concentrated in the areas of Wills, Trusts, Asset Protection and Small Business transactional matters.

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Profile Summary

About Stephen L. Carpenter at a glance

Stephen L. Carpenter is a Member based in Knoxville, Tennessee, practicing at Carpenter & Lewis PLLC. They have 37+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1989. Their practice focuses on wills, contracts, trusts, probate, and estate planning. Admitted to practice in Virginia (1989) and Tennessee (1996). Educated at College of William & Mary (J.D. College, 1989) and Asbury University (B.A. Liberal, 1986). Recognitions include BV Distinguished. Active member of Knoxville and Tennessee Bar Associations Virginia State Bar Fountain City Business and Professional Association, Inc and (Past President) West Knoxville-Farragut Chamber of Commerce Knoxville Estate Planning Council. Serands clients in Knoxville, TN and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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  • STEPHEN L. CARPENTER is an attorney in Knoxville, Tennessee, where his practice is concentrated in the areas of Wills, Trusts, Asset Protection and Small Business transactional matters
  • Mr. Carpenter studied Business Management and Accounting at Asbury University (earning the Bachelor of Arts degree in liberal arts, cum laude) and then continued his studies at the Marshall-Wythe School of Law of the College of William and Mary in Virginia, where he earned both the Master of Laws (LL.M.) degree in Taxation and the Doctor of Jurisprudence (J.D.) degree
  • Stephen is licensed to practice law in Virginia and Tennessee - and he is the managing member of the law firm he founded in 1989, now known as Mr. Carpenter is a member of the Tennessee Bar Association, Virginia State Bar, Knoxville Bar Association, and the Knoxville Estate Planning Council
  • Mr. Carpenter has spoken to groups on several topics in the past, including "Small Business Startup Strategies" and "Tennessee Wills and Trusts
  • He has trained other attorneys by presenting continuing education seminars on topics such as "Helping your Client Select the Best Entity Option" and "Considerations in Buying or Selling a Business in Tennessee
  • He serves in his local church and is a member of the Board of Directors of several religious and civic organizations, including Past President of the Fountain City Business and Professional Association, Inc

Practice Areas Explained

Stephen L. Carpenter's Areas of Practice

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

Wills

Stephen L. Carpenter is one of 34,541 wills attorneys indexed nationally. Browse wills attorneys in Tennessee →

Contracts

Stephen L. Carpenter is one of 76,762 contracts attorneys indexed nationally. Browse contracts attorneys in Tennessee →

Trusts

Stephen L. Carpenter is one of 104,172 trusts attorneys indexed nationally. Browse trusts attorneys in Tennessee →

Probate

Stephen L. Carpenter 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.

Stephen L. Carpenter is one of 226,537 estate planning attorneys indexed nationally. Browse estate planning 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 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 Stephen L. Carpenter

Where is Stephen L. Carpenter's law office located?
Stephen L. Carpenter's law practice is located in Knoxville, Tennessee. The firm is Carpenter & Lewis PLLC. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Stephen L. Carpenter handle?
Stephen L. Carpenter focuses on wills, contracts, trusts, probate, estate planning. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Tennessee.
How long has Stephen L. Carpenter practiced law?
Stephen L. Carpenter has 37+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1989.
Where did Stephen L. Carpenter go to law school?
Stephen L. Carpenter earned their education at (J.D. College, 1989); (B.A. Liberal, 1986).
How can I contact Stephen L. Carpenter for a consultation?
You can contact Stephen L. Carpenter 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 Stephen L. Carpenter received?
Stephen L. Carpenter's notable recognition includes: BV Distinguished.

Education

J.D. College
College of William & Mary
- 1989
B.A. Liberal
Asbury University
- 1986

Awards

BV Distinguished

Bar Admissions

Virginia
Admitted: 1989
Tennessee
Admitted: 1996

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