Jelks Law, PLLC

This Sunday is Grandparents' Day. Grandparents' Day offers a meaningful opportunity to reflect on the importance of estate planning, especially as it relates to family legacy.

As we celebrate the wisdom, love, and guidance that grandparents provide, it's a perfect time to consider how we can ensure that their legacy endures.

For many, this might involve setting up trusts to provide for grandchildren’s education, or creating family foundations that reflect cherished values and traditions.

Our office is closed today, Monday, September 2nd in observance of Labor Day.

We will reopen Tuesday, September 5th with regular business hours.

Taking care of your future has never been more convenient with our Zoom meeting offerings.

Contact us today to start the estate planning process.

📱423.602.2230
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Earlier this month, we had the privilege of helping two different families secure conservatorships over their newly adult children with special needs. In many instances, familles lose the ability to schedule and attend doctor’s appointments, apply for government benefits, participate in school meetings, and make other health or financial related decisions for their children the moment they turn 18.

Jelks Law helps you gain the rights you need to continue advocating for your child’s best interest, regardless of their age.

Probate is the process through which the court determines the validity of a will and administers asset distribution.

Our probate attorneys understand firsthand what it’s like to grieve the loss of a loved one while having to simultaneously settle their estate.

Let us help guide you through this process.

423.602.2230
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Your referrals mean the world to us. Thank you for trusting us with your estate planning needs.

A conservatorship is needed when an adult is not able to make their own medical and/or financial decisions and that individual does not have a power of attorney or the power of attorney is abusing or neglecting their power.

❓: Why can't my loved one just sign a power of attorney instead?

To sign a power of attorney {or any legal document}, an individual must be competent. If an individual is not capable of making their own medical and/or financial decisions, they most likely are not competent to sign a power of attorney.

Jelks Law is here to walk you through the conservatorship process.

Your estate plan is a living document that should change as often as you do. Jelks Law is here not only to create an estate plan, but also to guide you on the process for updating your documents to ensure everything is well planned and up to date.

📍Located at 1615 Bailey Ave in Chattanooga, TN, Jelks Law provides estate planning, probate and business law services to Tennessee and Georgia Residents.

We love calling Scenic City home and would love the opportunity to serve you!

Jelks Law has qualified Medicaid planning lawyers that can help guide you through Medicaid's complex system while helping you make strategies to maximize the preservation of your financial assets and estate for yourself and your family.

Part of an estate plan is designating a guardian for any minor children in your care.

When selecting a guardian for your children, consider
• parenting style
• their lifestyle + other commitments
• involvement + key values

What other factors do you take into consideration when choosing a caregiver for your children?

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It's vital to protect your children {adult or minor} in case of emergency. We recommend every family implements an estate plan to ensure those you love most are appropriately cared for.

Being spoiled by our clients with homemade treats is the best way to start the week 💕

Happy Fourth of July! Our firm will be closed Thursday and Friday to allow our team some much need rest and relaxation with their families. Have a safe and enjoyable holiday!

Our firm is closed today in observance of Juneteenth.

Happy Father’s Day to all the incredible fathers and father figures who tirelessly nurture and support their children and others. Today, we celebrate your unwavering dedication, love, and the countless sacrifices you make every day. Thank you for being the role models and heroes that inspire us all. Enjoy your special day!

🌟 Vote for Us: Best of the Best Estate Planning Law Firm 2024! 🌟
We've had the honor of winning First Place for the last 3 years in a row and are asking for your support once again. Your vote not only acknowledges our commitment to providing exceptional estate planning services but also helps us continue to serve our community with dedication and excellence. Ways to vote:

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This recognition means so much to us, and it’s all thanks to your incredible support and trust.

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Our firm is closed today to observe Memorial Day.

Business Owners: Chattanooga Entrepreneur Week is next week. Check out these awesome events taking place in our city.

April 24th is the last day to nominate our firm for the Best of the Best competition. This just gets us in the running. Please click the link below and enter Jelks Law under the estate planning category. Thank you!

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Please help us wish Megan, our probate paralegal, a happy, happy birthday. 🎂 We are so grateful she’s on our team.

Thrilled and honored to announce that I've been selected as 1 of 30 business leaders for the prestigious Gold Club by CityScope Magazine. It's a humbling recognition of our firm's commitment to excellence in serving our community.

Business owners: it’s that time of year again. If you haven’t filed your Annual Report, do so before Monday. Visit the Secretary of State’s website to complete it.

At the root of all businesses is customer service. We walk with people through some of the toughest situations in life. We understand that they don't operate in the legal world every single day and we strive to make sure that they understand their options and have a very clear path forward to address their needs.

We have more than 100 actual client reviews on Google. Here's what one of them had to say:

I have been both a student and a teacher at The Chattery. For more than a year, I have served on the board of this nonprofit that is dedicated to providing accessible, fun, and affordable educational experiences to all adults. Whether it's learning about estate planning basics, making wreaths, calligraphy, budgeting, or digital marketing, The Chattery is a local gem and I am grateful to work with such wonderful people.

Attorneys “practice” law for a reason … because the law is ever-changing. Our attorney is away today attending the Tennessee Bar Association’s annual estate planning and probate conference to stay up to date on the most recent changes.

Our team is still in office ready to assist you.