Business Details
50+ Years
experience
Trusted Legal Representation in Knoxville, TN
For over a century, our Knoxville, Tennessee-based law firm has consistently exceeded client expectations through skilled legal services and exceptional client care. Established in 1916 as Donaldson and Montgomery, we have evolved with technological advancements while maintaining the personalized service that defines our practice. Our attorneys represent a diverse clientele including corporations, governmental entities, and individuals across multiple industries such as construction, healthcare, finance, and real estate. With expertise in business law, litigation, estate planning, and employee benefits, we provide comprehensive legal solutions tailored to each client's unique needs. Our team of accomplished attorneys, many of whom graduated from prestigious law schools like Harvard, actively contribute to professional organizations and educational programs.We maintain long-standing relationships with insurance carriers, financial institutions, and public utilities while also offering pro bono services to underserved communities. Our litigation practice spans state and federal courts, with experience in complex commercial disputes, construction litigation, and appellate work. In employee benefits law, we counsel employers on pension plans, ERISA compliance, and IRS/DOL audits. Our real estate attorneys handle development projects, financing transactions, and land use matters throughout Tennessee. This enduring commitment to excellence and community service has made us a trusted legal partner in the Southeast for over 100 years.
Services
Arbitration and Mediation
Bankruptcy and Creditor's Rights
Business and Corporate Law
Civil Litigation and Appeals
Construction Law
Estate Planning
Employee Benefits Law
Real Estate Law
Insurance Law
Taxation
Details
- Year established: 1916
Highlights and features
- We have over 100 years of legal experience serving Knoxville and the Southeast
- Our attorneys practice in all state and federal courts in Tennessee
- We represent clients in diverse industries including healthcare, construction, and finance
- Our team includes Harvard and University of Tennessee law graduates
- We maintain long-standing relationships with insurance carriers and financial institutions
Services
Civil Litigation and Appeals
Our experienced trial lawyers handle complex business disputes in state and federal courts throughout Tennessee. We represent clients in multi-party litigation involving toxic torts, products liability, construction disputes, and intellectual property. Our attorneys regularly appear before appellate courts and alternative dispute resolution tribunals, providing strategic counsel for commercial, employment, and healthcare litigation cases.
Employee Benefits Law
We advise employers on pension plans, ERISA compliance, and employee benefit programs including 401(k)s, health savings accounts, and deferred compensation. Our attorneys represent clients before the IRS and Department of Labor during audits, and assist with plan amendments and compliance resolutions. We specialize in both qualified and non-qualified retirement plans for public and private sector employers.
Real Estate Law
Our real estate attorneys handle commercial and residential development matters across Tennessee. We assist with purchase agreements, zoning issues, land use restrictions, and construction contracts. The firm represents lenders, developers, and governmental agencies in financing transactions, including FHA-insured multifamily projects, and provides comprehensive legal support for property development from initial planning through completion.
Estate Planning
We create customized estate plans including wills, trusts, and powers of attorney for East Tennessee residents. Our attorneys help clients establish family limited partnerships and coordinate estate plans with probate considerations. We provide guidance on probate administration, trust management, and strategies to minimize tax liabilities while ensuring clients' wishes are clearly documented.
Business and Corporate Law
We offer comprehensive corporate legal services for businesses of all sizes, from closely held companies to national corporations. Our practice includes entity formation, contract negotiation, governance matters, and transactional support. We represent clients in mergers and acquisitions, commercial disputes, and regulatory compliance across diverse industries including healthcare, finance, and construction.
People
Kathy D. Aslinger
Attorney
Specializes in employee benefits and ERISA law with extensive experience representing employers and fiduciaries in retirement plan matters.
E. Richards Brabham, III
Attorney
Experienced litigator handling commercial disputes and real estate law matters in state and federal courts.
Michael R. Crowder
Attorney
Focuses on estate planning and civil litigation, providing comprehensive legal solutions for individual and corporate clients.
Jeff M. Cranford
Attorney
Specializes in real estate law and construction litigation, representing developers and lenders in complex property matters.
Ashley N. Trotto
Attorney
Practices in employee benefits law and real estate, assisting clients with retirement plans and property transactions.
Questions
What areas of law does Kennerly Montgomery specialize in?
We practice in business law, litigation, estate planning, real estate, employee benefits, insurance law, and more across Tennessee and the Southeast.
How long has Kennerly Montgomery been in business?
Our firm has provided legal services in Knoxville since 1916, with over a century of combined attorney experience.
Do you represent both businesses and individuals?
Yes, we serve a diverse clientele including corporations, governmental entities, and individuals with various legal needs.
Can you handle complex litigation cases?
Our experienced litigators regularly appear in state and federal courts handling complex commercial, construction, and appellate matters.
What estate planning services do you offer?
We provide wills, trusts, powers of attorney, and comprehensive estate plans tailored to East Tennessee residents' needs.
Do you offer pro bono legal services?
Yes, we provide pro bono counseling and representation to clients who might otherwise be unable to afford legal services.
