Andrew brings more than a decade of proven skill to guiding professionals, individuals, and first and multi-generational high-net-worth families through their estate planning and probate administration objectives. His technical proficiency is manifested in the creation of comprehensive estate plans involving wills, trusts, powers of attorney, healthcare directives, and guardianship matters. When clients face the challenges and complexities of probate and trust administration, Andrew ably navigates this unique terrain with both legal precision and compassion.
Andrew thrives in the face of the many technical intricacies and procedural issues estate planning and probate matters present. His methodical approach to problem-solving and efficient tangible and non-tangible asset transfer acumen ensures client matters progress steadily while his responsive communication style keeps them informed at every turn. Clients and colleagues appreciate Andrew not only for his legal abilities, but also for his personable demeanor, steadfast discretion, and unwavering commitment to allocating resources judiciously to conserve both time and money.
Notably, Andrew’s appointment to the Tennessee Bar Association’s Probate Study Group—a selective team of elite lawyers who advise the state legislature on estate planning and probate law matters—underscores his standing and stellar reputation across Tennessee and beyond. This prestigious role often results in important client advantages, including access to cutting-edge knowledge of evolving laws and regulations, foresight regarding upcoming legislative changes, and innovative solutions derived from firsthand participation in shaping the legal landscape today.
Prior to the law, Andrew worked in human resources and employee benefits in the healthcare and logistics industries, as well as in Vanderbilt University admissions. This experience not only formed the basis of his seemingly innate process management capabilities, but also its application to estate planning and probate administration’s procedure-driven protocols. As an Illinois native who has called Nashville home since his undergraduate days at Vanderbilt and law degree from Nashville School of Law, Andrew brings a holistic understanding of state-specific and other regional considerations that impact estate planning and probate strategies for Tennessee residents and property owners alike.