Memphis Elder Law, Estate Planning & Special Needs Attorneys

Helping families throughout Memphis, West Tennessee, and Arkansas plan for aging, disability, long-term care, estate matters, and life’s changing circumstances.

Meet The Attorneys

At Elder Law Memphis, attorneys William King Self and Thomas Smith bring complementary experience in elder law and special needs planning. Working as independent attorneys under the Elder Law Memphis name, they serve clients throughout Memphis, West Tennessee, and Arkansas, offering thoughtful legal guidance tailored to each family’s circumstances.

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William King Self

William King Self has spent his career working with individuals and families facing issues related to aging, disability, long-term care, special needs planning, and estate planning, helping them understand their options and prepare for the future.

His thoughtful, common-sense approach has made him a trusted resource for families throughout the Mid-South.

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Thomas Smith, Esq.

Thomas Smith works with individuals and families to create estate, trust, tax, and special needs plans tailored to their unique goals. Known for his practical and relationship-centered approach, Thomas helps clients navigate complex decisions with confidence while building plans that can evolve alongside their families’ changing needs. His advanced legal training in elder law, special needs planning, and taxation allows him to provide thoughtful guidance across a wide range of planning matters.

Thomas is a member of Legacy Law Group in Arkansas & Tennessee.

Helping Families Plan with Confidence

Life doesn’t always fit neatly into legal categories. Whether you’re planning for retirement, caring for an aging parent, protecting a loved one with disabilities, creating an estate plan, or preparing for future healthcare needs, the right legal guidance can make all the difference.

We help individuals and families navigate important decisions with clarity and confidence.

Our team provides personalized guidance in elder law, special needs planning, estate planning, long-term care planning, probate, trusts, guardianships, and related legal matters.

Every family’s situation is unique. That’s why we take the time to understand your goals and connect you with the attorney and planning strategies best suited to your needs.

How Can We Help?

Legal questions rarely arrive at convenient times. Whether you’re planning ahead, responding to a health crisis, caring for a loved one, or settling an estate, we’re here to help you take the next step.

Areas of Practice

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Elder Law and Estate Planning

Compassionate elder law guidance for seniors, adult children, caregivers, and families planning for the future.

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Special Needs Planning and Trusts

Special Needs Planning, often using revocable or irrevocable special needs trusts, is an important part of our practice. We can assist you with planning and establishing an appropriate trust for your unique situation.