Founder & Attorney — Estate Planning, Probate Law, and Conservatorships

David A. Montgomery was born and raised in Knoxville, Tennessee, and graduated from Holston High School. He attended the University of Tennessee and Duke University, earning a Bachelor of Science degree in 1976. After graduating from Yale Law School, he practiced law in Atlanta, Georgia for the next 15 years. While there, he completed advanced training in estate and tax law by earning a Master of Law in Taxation from Emory University School of Law. His law practice focused on estate planning and administration, tax and business law, and he was elected to the Atlanta Estate Planning Council.
In 1995, David took a hiatus from the practice of law to pursue a career as a Christian missionary in Moscow, Russia. He went on to attend seminary in the Chicago area and served as a pastor at a church in Williamsburg, Kentucky. In 2016, David returned home to Knoxville, TN, to focus on serving as an estate planning lawyer in Knoxville, TN. He opened David A. Montgomery Law, specializing in wills and estate planning, probate and estate administration, conservatorships and guardianships, and family law.
Outside of his law practice, David, his wife, and their three sons have made their home in Knoxville, TN. In his free time, David enjoys spending time outdoors, traveling, and spending time with his family.
As an estate planning specialist, David A. Montgomery has published in multiple leading estate planning journals and has trained other attorneys and financial professionals on various estate planning topics.
Numerous publications on estate planning and other topics in professional journals, including:
Numerous presentations on estate planning topics, including:
Graduated with Bachelor of Science degree, Summa Cum Laude, Phi Beta Kappa, and received the Karl E. Zener Award in Psychology.
Earned Juris Doctor degree and began practicing law in Atlanta, Georgia.
Completed Master of Law in Taxation degree, focusing on advanced estate and tax law. Elected to the Atlanta Estate Planning Council.
Took a hiatus from law practice to serve as a Christian missionary in Moscow, Russia.
Earned Master of Divinity degree and served as a pastor at a church in Williamsburg, Kentucky.
Co-founded David A. Montgomery Law in Knoxville, TN, specializing in estate planning, probate, and business law.
Specializing in three core areas of law, providing comprehensive legal services to individuals and families throughout East Tennessee.
Comprehensive estate planning services including wills, trusts, powers of attorney, and healthcare directives to protect your assets and ensure your wishes are honored.
Expert assistance navigating the probate process, from filing initial documents to final distribution of assets, ensuring a smooth transition during difficult times.
Compassionate guidance through the conservatorship process to protect loved ones who can no longer manage their own affairs due to age, illness, or disability.
Contact David today to schedule a consultation. He’s here to listen, explain your options, and guide you toward the best solution for your situation.