Nashville Estate Planning Attorney

Why Nashville Families Choose Blood Law

Planning for the future shouldn't feel intimidating — but we know it often does. Many of our clients tell us they put off getting started because they were afraid of being judged, confused by legal jargon, or pressured into signing documents that didn't really fit their lives.

We built our practice to be different.

Since founding the firm in 2017, Attorney Anna Blood and our team have focused on making estate planning and family law feel manageable — not overwhelming. We take the time to understand your situation, explain your options in plain language, and help you make decisions that actually make sense for your family.

What working with us looks like:

• Clear communication, always. We keep you in the loop at every step and explain things in everyday terms — not legalese.
• Honest guidance. We'll tell you what the law allows, what a Tennessee court is likely to do, and which options are realistic for you — not just what sounds good on paper.
• A whole team behind you. You benefit from the collective experience of our attorneys, not just one person working in isolation.
• Comfort with complexity. For families with significant assets — closely held businesses, multiple properties, large retirement accounts — we're experienced in high-net-worth estate planning.

We're also active voices in the legal community, contributing to media outlets and podcasts on family law topics, because staying engaged is part of doing this work well.

To speak with our experienced Nashville estate planning lawyers, call us at (629) 276-6992 or contact us online today. 

Estate Planning Services For Every Situation

Good estate planning is not just about having a stack of papers. It is about having the right documents that work together for your life. We start with your goals and build from there. Different families need different tools, and we take time to match the plan to your circumstances.

Common goals we help clients address include:

• Providing for a spouse, partner, or blended family in a balanced way
• Choosing guardians and financial decision-makers for minor children
• Coordinating beneficiary designations with a will or trust
• Planning for a family business or investment properties
• Supporting aging parents or relatives with special needs

Because we also handle divorce, custody, and related family matters, we understand how those issues can affect estate decisions. We pay close attention to support obligations, parenting plans, and prior property settlements so your documents work with, not against, your existing legal arrangements.

Wills

Most plans include a will that directs how property should pass and who should serve as personal representative. Wills are also where parents can nominate guardians for minor children. We talk through how Tennessee law treats spouses, former spouses, and children so you can make choices that protect all the people you care about, including children from prior relationships.

Power of Attorney

We also help clients prepare financial Powers of Attorney and health care directives. These documents allow trusted people to handle bills, accounts, and medical decisions if you are unable to act for yourself. For many families, this planning is just as important as a will, because it can help avoid expensive and stressful court proceedings if someone becomes incapacitated.

Trusts

Some clients benefit from using trusts to manage timing and control. Trusts can be useful for blended families, beneficiaries with disabilities, or situations where it is not wise to leave a large inheritance outright. They can also support planning around business ownership or real estate that you want to keep in the family.

Our Estate Planning Process

Uncertainty about the process keeps many people from calling a lawyer. We work to make each step clear and predictable. When you contact our office, we schedule a consultation at a time that fits your schedule. Many clients prefer virtual meetings, which we are happy to offer, especially when coordinating between work and family commitments.

Our typical estate planning process includes:

• Initial consultation to understand your family, assets, and goals
• Information gathering and discussion of available options
• Drafting of tailored documents for your review
• Detailed review meeting with revisions as needed
• Formal signing of documents and guidance on next steps

During the initial meeting, we listen more than we talk. We ask about your family, your assets, and what worries you most. We also discuss how Tennessee law typically treats property and family relationships, so you can see where planning can make a difference. By the end of this conversation, our aim is for you to have a high-level roadmap of what we recommend.

After you decide to move forward, we gather more detailed information and begin designing your plan. We draft documents based on your decisions and then review them with you carefully. This is a collaborative step where questions are encouraged. We walk through each provision, point out practical implications, and make refinements until you are comfortable signing.

Signing is usually completed in a single meeting that follows Tennessee execution requirements. Once your plan is in place, we encourage clients to revisit it after major life events, such as marriage, divorce, the birth of a child, or a significant change in assets. Because your life will change, we view estate planning as an ongoing relationship, not a one-time transaction.

Throughout, our attorneys and staff keep you updated on timelines and next steps. Clients often tell us that what felt intimidating before they called becomes manageable once they see the process laid out in this way.