Personalized Estate planning and Probate services.
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Preparing your Last Will and Testament, Living Will, Durable Power of Attorney, Durable Power of Attorney (Medical), and in the creation of trusts for the benefit of your loved ones.
Estate administration can sometimes involve complex litigation among parties claiming an interest in the estate. Our attorneys can assist you in dealing with these legal issues.
Seth Oakes has defended several individuals who have faced misdemeanor and/or felony charges. Seth Oakes’ Criminal Law practice area includes defense of both state and federal criminal charges including: DUI, public intoxication, child support, etc.
Our business attorneys can help you form a corporation, purchase and existing company, negotiate and enter into agreements with other businesses, or any other business related matter.
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| State | Status | Acquired | Updated |
|---|---|---|---|
| TN | Active | 2013 | 09/18/2021 |
| Legal answers | 17 |
| Legal guides | 0 |
| Award name | Grantor | Date granted |
|---|---|---|
| Client's Choice | Avvo | 2017 |
| Lincoln Award for Community Service | Duncan School of Law | 2013 |
| Title | Company name | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Private Practitioner | Tarpy, Cox, Fleishman & Leveille, PLLC | 2013 - Present |
| Assistant District Attorney Extern | Eighth Judicial District of Tennessee | 2012 - 2013 |
| Civil Circuit Judge Clerkship | Eighth Judicial District of Tennessee | 2012 - 2012 |
| Law Clerk | Hagood, Tarpy & Cox, PLLC | 2010 - 2013 |
| Association name | Position name | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| American Inns of Court | Member | 2018 - Present |
| Knoxville Bar Association, Knoxville Barristers | Member | 2017 - Present |
| Servolution Health Services | Board Member | 2016 - Present |
| United States Supreme Court Bar | Bar Member | 2016 - Present |
| Tennessee Bar Association, Elder Law Section | Member | 2014 - Present |
| Tennessee Bar Association, Estate Planning and Probate Section | Member | 2014 - Present |
|---|---|---|
| United States District Court for the Eastern District of Tennessee | Bar Member | 2014 - Present |
| Knoxville Bar Association | Member | 2013 - Present |
| Tennessee Bar Association | Member | 2013 - Present |
| Claiborne County Bar Association | Member | 2013 - Present |
| Publication name | Title | Date |
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| Perspectives On Capital Punishment In America | Actual Innocence as a Ground for Equitable Tolling of Statute of Limitations under the Statutory Scheme of the AEDPA: Is Capital Punishment Really Reserved For The Worst Of The Worst Under Federal Habeas Corpus Statutes? | 2013 |
| School name | Degree | Graduated |
|---|---|---|
| Lincoln Memorial University – Duncan School of Law | JD - Juris Doctor | 2013 |
| Lincoln Memorial University | BS - Bachelor of Science | 2009 |
| Conference name | Title | Date |
|---|---|---|
| The Probate Process from Start to Finish | Estate Administration | 2018 |
| Tennessee Living Trust Seminar | Estate Planning in Tennessee | 2017 |
| Case name | Outcome |
|---|---|
| Bobby K. Watson v. Matthew T. Watson ET AL. | Won |
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Jordan Newport, Estate planning Attorney on Oct 30, 2019
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
Seth is a great attorney and can handle any of your legal needs. That said, Seth is one of the best estate planning attorneys I've had the pleasure of working with. I highly recommend Seth.
Kelly Tanner, Probate Attorney on Apr 10, 2019
Relationship: Opposing Counsel on matter
I endorse this lawyer. I had occasion to be opposing counsel in a probate matter involving several parties. Seth gave outstanding attention to his clients and got them an outstanding result.
John Haines, Business Attorney on Apr 3, 2019
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
Seth is a fantastic attorney. He's diligent, intelligent, and trustworthy. Anyone who hires him will be well represented.
Seth is a talented and brilliant attorney. He is highly regarded in the legal community and I would recommend him to anyone.
Mark Pienkowski, Family Attorney on Aug 14, 2018
Relationship: Opposing Counsel on matter
I endorse this lawyer. Seth is caring, responsive, and diligent. He is one you can always count on to bring his A game. I truly respect Seth's tireless dedication to his clients.
Melanie Hogg, Estate planning Attorney on Aug 14, 2018
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
I endorse this lawyer. Seth is effective and represents his clients with skill and compassion.
Margaret Held, Probate Attorney on Aug 10, 2018
Relationship: Opposing Counsel on matter
I endorse this lawyer. Seth is diligent, approachable, honest and highly competent. His sense of humor is very important in assisting people going through stressful times. He can be both a good advisor to his client and a pain in the neck (when called for) with opposing counsel, i.e. me.
Paul Lenski, General practice Attorney on May 25, 2018
Relationship: Opposing Counsel on matter
Seth is a consummate professional that I enjoyed working with. Seth knows the law and what steps need to be taken to get the best possible outcome for his client. I wouldn't hesitate to recommend him to anyone looking for representation.
Patrick Slaughter, Estate planning Attorney on Sep 9, 2017
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
I would recommend Mr. Oakes to anyone seeking professional, competent representation regarding any estate planning matter. I went to law school with Mr. Oaks. I have also observed Mr. Oaks represent clients in probate matters, and family law matters. He is always prepared and ready to represent his clients interests. He is also very personable and cares about his clients case. As I said before, I would recommend Mr. Oaks without reservation.
Seth is a knowledgeable attorney in multiple areas of practice who works hard for his clients.
Benjamin Barnett, Estate planning Attorney on May 28, 2017
Relationship: Worked together on matter
Seth is without question one of the brightest attorneys I have encountered in the last few years. He is quite diligent and has a very broad knowledge base. I fully endorse him in all his areas of practice.
Luke Durham, Estate planning Attorney on May 25, 2017
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
Mr. Oakes is an incredible estate planning attorney. I refer all estate planning matters -- both simple and deeply complex -- to this attorney who always handles my client's need with extreme care. I endorse this lawyer emphatically.
Jedidiah McKeehan, Estate planning Attorney on May 19, 2017
Relationship: Co-worker
Whenever I have a client who needs estate planning assistance, I immediately send them to Mr. Oakes. He is fantastic at what he does and I know my clients will be taken care of in the best way possible.
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