Michael Adams

About

**C. Michael Adams, Jr., CPA | Estate Planning and Taxation Attorney in Memphis, TN** C. Michael Adams, Jr., CPA, is a distinguished attorney and shareholder at Evans Petree, PC, a premier full-service law firm located in Memphis, Tennessee. With over two decades of legal expertise, Mr. Adams has dedicated his practice primarily to estate planning, taxation, wills and trusts, and probate administration since he began his legal career in 1998. His background as a certified public accountant allows him to offer a unique and comprehensive perspective on complex financial and legal issues. As one of only eight attorneys in Memphis certified as an Estate Planning Specialist by the Tennessee Supreme Court, Mr. Adams is highly regarded for his in-depth knowledge of estate tax strategies, income tax planning, asset protection, and probate avoidance. He skillfully guides clients through the intricacies of probate and trust administration, ensuring their wishes are honored and their assets protected. In addition to his legal practice, Mr. Adams is a sought-after speaker and educator, frequently presenting on estate planning topics to legal, accounting, and financial professionals across the greater Memphis area. His insights have been featured in prominent publications such as The Memphis Business Journal and The Memphis Daily News. Mr. Adams is actively involved in the legal community, serving on the Memphis Bar Association Board of Governors and as president-elect of the Estate Law Specialist Board. He also holds a leadership position on the board of the Memphis Allied Professionals Conference and is the Memphis Alumni Chapter President of Spring Hill College. A Fellow of the Memphis Bar Foundation, Mr. Adams is a member of both the Memphis and Tennessee Bar Associations and the Estate Planning Council of Memphis, as well as the National Association of Insurance and Financial Advisors. His commitment to excellence and community involvement makes him a trusted advisor for clients navigating the complexities of estate planning and taxation in Memphis, TN.

About Estate Planning Law

Estate planning attorneys help individuals plan for the distribution of their assets and care during incapacity. They create wills, trusts, and other documents to protect families and minimize taxes. Common matters include wills, trusts, powers of attorney, healthcare directives.

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Credentials

Education

1998 University of Miami LL.M - Master of Laws 1990 Spring Hill College BS - Bachelor of Science N/A University of Memphis JD - Juris Doctor

Languages

English

Recognition & Involvement

Awards

2016 Estate Planning Legal Specialist, Estate Law Specialist Board 2012 Five Star Wealth Advisor, Memphis Magazine 2011 Five Star Wealth Advisor, Memphis Magazine 2010 Five Star Wealth Advisor, Memphis Magazine

Publications

2015 Memphis Bar Assocation Tennessee Trust Law Update

Associations

2016 - Present Memphis Bar Association Board Member 2002 - Present Estate Planning Council of Memphis Member 1998 - Present Memphis Bar Association, Probate & Estate Planning Section Board Member 1998 - Present Memphis Bar Associaiton Member 1994 - Present Tennessee Society of Certified Public Accountants Member

Speaking

2015 FPA of Greater Memphis Tenants by the Entirety Trusts 2014 TN Society of CPA's Annual Update Estate Planning Update 2012 Tennessee Society of Certified Public Accountants Annual Estate Planning Update 2012 Financial Planning Association Update Recent Estate Planning Changes