Atty. Tara Hester

Atty. Tara Hester

Tara Hester is a lawyer practicing estate planning. Tara received a B.A. degree from Georgetown College in 2008, and has been licensed for 15 years.

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Estate Planning Attorney · Serving Lexington, KY · 15+ Years Experience

Profile Summary

About Tara Hester at a Glance

Tara Hester is an Associate based in Lexington, Kentucky, practicing at Bingham Greenebaum Doll LLP. They have 15+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 2011. Their practice focuses on estate planning. Admitted to practice in Kentucky (2011). Educated at University of Florida (LL.M. Taxation, 2012) and Georgetown College (B.A. Mathematics, 2008). Serves clients in Lexington, KY and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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About Tara Hester

  • Tara Hester is a lawyer practicing estate planning
  • Tara received a B.A. degree from Georgetown College in 2008, and has been licensed for 15 years
  • Tara practices at Bingham Greenebaum Doll LLP in Lexington, KY

Practice Areas Explained

Tara Hester's Areas of Legal Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Tara Hester handles, with a practical overview of what that area of law involves and how it may apply to your situation in Lexington.

Estate Planning & Probate in Lexington

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 Lexington

Practicing law in Kentucky. Legal matters in Kentucky are governed by state-specific rules of civil and criminal procedure, statutes of limitations, and substantive law. Cases originating in Lexington are typically filed in the local municipal court or the appropriate Kentucky state district court, depending on subject matter and amount in controversy. An attorney licensed in Kentucky 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 Kentucky courts without local counsel or pro hac vice admission.

Lexington Courts and Legal Process

Choosing a Lexington-based attorney means your counsel already knows the local docketing timelines, preferred filing formats, and how individual judges typically rule on procedural motions — details that only come from practicing in this jurisdiction day after day. That local familiarity can translate to better strategy, faster filings, and fewer costly surprises.

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Frequently Asked

Common Questions About Tara Hester

Where is Tara Hester's law office located?
Tara Hester's law practice is located in Lexington, Kentucky. The firm is Bingham Greenebaum Doll LLP. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Tara Hester handle?
Tara Hester focuses on estate planning. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Kentucky.
How long has Tara Hester practiced law?
Tara Hester has 15+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 2011.
Where did Tara Hester go to law school?
Tara Hester earned their education at (LL.M. Taxation, 2012); (B.A. Mathematics, 2008).
How can I contact Tara Hester for a consultation?
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Professional Profile

Why Clients in Lexington Choose Tara Hester

Selecting an attorney is one of the most consequential decisions you can make when a legal matter arises. Below are the core qualities that distinguish Tara Hester's practice in the field of estate planning.

Decade-Tested Legal Experience

Tara Hester brings 15+ years of hands-on legal practice — enough to have navigated the recurring fact patterns, procedural traps, and negotiation dynamics that shape case outcomes.

Focused Estate Planning Practice

Concentrating on estate planning means Tara Hester's knowledge of relevant statutes, case law, and procedural nuances stays current — unlike generalist practices that spread attention across unrelated fields.

Local Presence in Lexington

A Lexington-based practice means Tara Hester attends hearings in the same courthouses, knows the local clerks, and understands the unwritten scheduling norms that affect every case filed here.

Case Types

Common Legal Issues Tara Hester Handles in Lexington

Below is a representative sample of the types of matters Tara Hester has experience with under Kentucky law. If your situation involves one of these case categories, this attorney may be well positioned to help you understand your options.

Last wills and testaments
Estate Planning
Revocable living trusts
Estate Planning
Powers of attorney
Estate Planning
Probate proceedings
Estate Planning

This list is illustrative, not exhaustive. Contact Tara Hester directly to discuss the specifics of your situation.

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Tara Hester's Practice Areas & Specializations

Education & Law School Background

LL.M. Taxation
University of Florida
- 2012
B.A. Mathematics
Georgetown College
- 2008

Bar Admissions & Licensed Jurisdictions

Kentucky
Admitted: 2011

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