Atty. William Chad Roberts
Chad Roberts is a Memphis, Tennessee attorney with Harris Shelton PLLC whose practice focuses on tax law , business planning, and estate planning . He works with individuals, families, and business owners on legal strategies that address tax considerations, business operations, and long‑term asset planning.
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William Chad Roberts is a tax attorney based in Memphis, Tennessee, practicing at Harris Shelton PLLC. They have 19+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 2007. Admitted to practice in Tennessee, Tennessee Bar Association (2007), Mississippi, The Mississippi Bar (2016), and Arkansas, Arkansas Bar Association (2016). Educated at University of Florida (LL.M., 2008) and University of Memphis (J.D., 2007). Recognitions include Best Lawyers in America — Tax Law (2026), Best Lawyers in America — Awards: (2026), and Best Lawyers in America — Cecil C. Humphreys Law Fellowship, Graduate Assistantship, Dean’s Distinguished Service Award (2026). Serands clients in Memphis, TN and the surrounding metropolitan area.
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- Chad Roberts is a Memphis, Tennessee attorney with Harris Shelton PLLC whose practice focuses on tax law, business planning, and estate planning
- He works with individuals, families, and business owners on legal strategies that address tax considerations, business operations, and long‑term asset planning
- For more than a decade, Chad has advised clients on forming and structuring businesses, planning for tax efficiency, purchasing or selling businesses, and preparing for ownership transitions between generations
- His work often involves coordinating business and estate planning goals so clients can manage growth, protect assets, and plan for the future
- Chad also assists families with wills, trusts, and estate planning strategies designed to transfer assets to children, charities, and other beneficiaries
- By helping clients think through both tax implications and long‑term family objectives, he works to create plans that support continuity and financial stability across generations
- In addition to planning matters, Chad represents clients in tax disputes involving the Internal Revenue Service and state taxing authorities
- He has guided individuals and businesses through audits, administrative appeals, and tax litigation, helping them address complex tax issues and move toward resolution
- Chad’s interest in tax law began with a strong curiosity about the tax code and how it shapes financial decisions for businesses and families
- Today, he continues to focus his practice on helping clients navigate complex tax rules while planning for business growth, succession, and estate matters
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Tax attorneys handle IRS audits, tax debt, international tax, estate planning, and tax court litigation.
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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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