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Michael Ray Crowder

Kennerly, Montgomery & Finley, P.C. • Knoxville, TN
Estate PlanningEmployment LawPersonal InjuryProbateTax

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Contact

Email
Phone
(865) 240-2663
Address
550 W Main St Fl 4, Knoxville, TN, 37902-2515, US

Professional

About

Michael Ray Crowder is a dedicated attorney based in Knoxville, TN, practicing at Kennerly, Montgomery & Finley, P.C. With a focused expertise in Employment Law, Estate Planning, Probate, and Tax, Michael provides comprehensive legal services tailored to meet the diverse needs of his clients. His practice encompasses a wide range of areas, including estate planning and probate, elder law, as well as business and non-profit law. Michael excels in assisting individuals in drafting wills, establishing trusts, and navigating the complexities of estate administration in probate court. He is particularly skilled in helping clients qualify for Medicaid and Supplemental Security Income (SSI), representing them in TennCare administrative hearings to ensure they receive the benefits they deserve. In addition to his work with individuals, Michael is passionate about supporting small businesses and non-profit organizations, including churches and religious entities. He offers guidance on a variety of legal matters, including formation and governance, tax compliance, fundraising strategies, employment issues, and property rights. His expertise also extends to litigation involving constitutional issues, such as ecclesiastical abstention and the ministerial exception, ensuring that his clients are well-informed and protected. With a commitment to excellence and a deep understanding of the law, Michael Ray Crowder stands as a trusted advocate for his clients in Knoxville and the surrounding areas, helping them achieve their legal goals with confidence.

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.

Credentials

Education
2018 Western New England University School of Law LL.M in Elder Law and Estate Planning 2014 University of Tennessee, College of Law JD - Juris Doctor 2011 Princeton University BA - Bachelor of Arts
Languages
English

Recognition & Involvement

Publications
2014 15 TENN. J. BUS. L. 433 The University of Tennessee College of Law’s Business Law Clinic Continues to Make an Impact for Students, Clients, and the Community 2014 15 TENN. J. BUS. L. 511 Case Commentary – PPL Corp. v. C.I.R., 133 S.Ct. 1897 (2013)
Associations
2017 - Present National Academy of Elder Law Attorneys 2015 - Present Knoxville Estate Planning Council 2014 - Present Knoxville Bar Association 2014 - Present Tennessee Bar Association
Speaking
2019 2019 Probate & Estate Planning Conference for Tennessee Attorneys Income Tax Planning with Trusts 2018 10th Annual Probate & Estate Planning Conference Using Irrevocable Trusts in Planning for Medicaid and VA Benefits 2017 NBI The Probate Process from Start to Finish Maintaining an Ethical Balance in Probate Practice 2017 NBI The Probate Process from Start to Finish Administering the Estate Effectively 2017 NBI Estate Administration from Start to Finish Ethics in Probate Practice
Updated: Apr 01, 2026