How Do I Find a Probate Attorney in Weakley County, Tennessee?
When to consider hiring help, what to look for in a probate attorney, and firms serving Weakley County.
We found 6 estate law firms serving Weakley County. Weakley County is part of the Northwest Tennessee region.
These firms handle estate administration, will contests, trust litigation, and other probate matters in Weakley County Chancery Court.
Tennessee uses formal, court-supervised probate, which makes an attorney worthwhile for most estates in Weakley County — the filing sequence, notice requirements, and accounting leave little room for error. Estates under the small-estate threshold are the usual exception.
Probate attorney fees in Tennessee are based on reasonable compensation — typically 2%T.C.A. §§ 30-2-606, 30-1-407 (reasonable compensation; no statutory percentage)Verified May 27, 2026 to 4%T.C.A. §§ 30-2-606, 30-1-407 (reasonable compensation; no statutory percentage)Verified May 27, 2026 of the estate's value, billed hourly or as a flat fee. Ask a Weakley County firm to quote a structure up front.
A probate attorney files the petition with the Chancery Court, publishes the required creditor notices, prepares the inventory and accounting, handles creditor claims and tax filings, and guides the final distribution. They represent the personal representative — not the beneficiaries — a distinction that matters if a dispute develops.
Northwest Tennessee Firms
Gearin Law Firm, PLLC
FirmGearin Law Firm is a Martin, Tennessee practice serving Weakley County and Northwest Tennessee. The firm handles estate planning and probate matters alongside a general practice covering criminal, family, and civil law.
Location
241 S. Lindell StreetMartin, TN 38237
Phone
(731) 587-5546
Service Area
3 counties
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Law Office of Jordan Long, PLLC
Solo PracticeJordan Long provides estate planning services across Northwest Tennessee from his Martin office. He graduated from Nashville School of Law in the top 10% of his class and serves clients in Weakley, Obion, Carroll, and Henry counties with customized estate plans including wills, trusts, and Medicaid planning.
Location
P.O. Box 11Martin, TN 38237
Phone
(731) 238-1534
Service Area
4 counties
Estate PlanningProbateWillsTrustsMedicaid PlanningPowers Of AttorneyHealthcare Directives
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Rainey, Kizer, Reviere & Bell, PLC
FirmRainey, Kizer, Reviere & Bell is a 50-year-old Tennessee firm with 50+ attorneys across offices in Martin, Jackson, Memphis, Nashville, and Chattanooga. The Martin office expanded through the acquisition of Whitledge & Biehslich, PLLC and serves Weakley County and surrounding Northwest Tennessee.
Location
226 S. Lindell StreetMartin, TN 38237
Phone
(731) 281-1350
Established
1975
Service Area
4 counties
Estate PlanningElder LawWillsTrustsProbateMedicaid PlanningGuardianshipSpecial Needs PlanningAsset ProtectionTax Planning
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Thomas-Walters, PLLC
FirmThomas-Walters is a multi-state estate planning law firm with decades of experience. The Huntingdon office is led by John Stevens, an estate planning attorney who graduated from UT-Martin and the University of Memphis School of Law. The firm focuses exclusively on estate planning and related matters.
Location
161 Court SquareHuntingdon, TN 38344
Phone
(731) 535-3552
Service Area
4 counties
Estate PlanningWillsTrustsProbateMedicaid PlanningGuardianshipElder Law
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Washburn & Hutcherson Law Firm
FirmWashburn & Hutcherson was founded in 2007 by Jeffery Washburn and Paul Hutcherson in their hometown of Dresden, the county seat of Weakley County. The firm handles wills, probate of estates, and powers of attorney alongside a broad general practice.
Location
117 N. Poplar StreetDresden, TN 38225
Phone
(731) 364-9715
Established
2007
Service Area
3 counties
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Statewide Practices
These firms serve clients throughout Tennessee.
Frequently Asked Questions
Not every estate needs one. Simple estates, small estates under the affidavit threshold, and states with informal probate can often be handled without counsel. Contested wills, out-of-state property, and business interests usually need an attorney. The Tennessee self-filing assessment scores whether this estate can be handled without one.
Tennessee uses reasonable fees for probate. Typical Weakley County rates run $200–$500/hour, with simple estates taking 20–40 hours. Flat-fee arrangements are available from some firms.
Files the petition, publishes required notices, helps with the inventory and accounting, handles creditor claims and tax filings, and guides the final distribution. The attorney represents the personal representative, not the beneficiaries — a distinction that matters if disputes arise.
Referrals from an estate planning attorney you already work with are the best source. Bar association directories are second. Avoid attorneys who won't quote a fee structure up front or who won't explain whether your estate qualifies for simplified procedures.
Yes — by avoiding probate altogether. A revocable living trust removes the estate from court jurisdiction, which removes the need for a probate attorney at settlement time. Create a revocable trust online for about what one hour of probate-attorney time costs.
Firm listings are for informational purposes only. SimplyTrust does not endorse or recommend any specific firm or attorney. Contact firms directly to discuss your situation and verify their current practice areas and availability. Information last verified: June 2026.
Chancery Court
Weakley County
116 W. Main, Suite 300
Dresden, TN 38225
Phone:
(731) 364-3454Fax:
731-364-5247
Hours:
Monday - Friday, 8:00 AM - 4:30 PM
Paper Filing Available
E-Filing Optional
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