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Attorney

Larry R. Bray

8001 Centerview Parkway, Suite 103
Memphis, TN 38018

901.372.5003

LBray@pattersonbray.com

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Focused, personal representation for Tennessee families and businesses, with offices in Nashville and Memphis.

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Larry concentrates his practice in estate planning and post-death administration, as well as asset protection planning and charitable planned giving. He counsels clients with respect to a wide range of issues relating to wills and trusts, estate planning, trust administration, asset protection, charitable giving, business succession, and taxes.

Larry is a member of WealthCounsel, LLC, a national provider of estate planning education and document drafting systems. He is also a member of ePlanners Educational Alliance, a non-profit educational organization founded by prominent estate, trust, tax and business attorneys from around the United States. It provides state-of-the-art educational opportunities and resources for its members while furthering the collegiality of the profession.

Larry has presented nationally to professional audiences for ePlanners, WealthCounsel, LLC, the University of Mississippi’s Mid-South Conference on Estate Planning, the Esperti Peterson Institute for Advanced Estate Planning Strategies, the Teton Institute, the Planned Giving Council of Greater Memphis and the Mid-South Forum of Estate Planners.

PRACTICE AREAS

Estate Planning
- Powers of Attorney for Financial Transactions
- Living Wills
- Powers of Attorney for Health Care Decisions
- Last Will and Testaments
- Revocable Living Trusts
- Tennessee Community Property Trusts
- Tennessee Tenants by the Entireties Trusts
- Generation Skipping Transfer Tax Planning
- Irrevocable Life Insurance Trusts
- Irrevocable Gift Trusts
- Retirement Benefits Planning
- Special Needs Trust
- Incentive Trusts
- Educational Trusts
Asset Protection Planning
- Limited Liability Companies
- Family Limited Partnership
- Domestic Asset Protection Trusts, including Tennessee Investment Services Trusts and Mississippi Qualified Disposition Trusts
- Off-Shore Asset Protection Trusts
Charitable Planning
Estate Administration
- Probate Administration
- Revocable Living Trust Administration

EDUCATION

Freed-Hardeman University, Varsity Basketball Scholarship
University of Memphis, Bachelor of Business Administration in Accounting, Cum Laude
University of Memphis, Cecil C. Humphreys School of Law, Juris Doctor

ADMISSIONS

Tennessee
Kentucky
Wyoming
New York
United States Tax Court

WORK EXPERIENCE

Attorney, Patterson Bray
Attorney, Smith Bray & Associates, PC
Tax Accountant, Watkins, Watkins & Keenan, CPAs

PROFESSIONAL & COMMUNITY ACTIVITIES

Member, WealthCounsel, LLC
Member, e.Planners Educational Alliance
Member, Tennessee Bar Association
Member, Memphis Bar Association, Wills/Probate Section
Member, Wyoming Bar Association, Estate Planning, Trust & Probate Section
Member, New York State Bar Association, Trusts and Estates Law Section
Member, Kentucky Bar Association, Probate & Trust Law Section
Member, Memphis Estate Planning Council
Former Officer and Current Member, Planned Giving Council of Greater Memphis
Member, Professional Advisors Council of the Community Foundation of Greater Memphis
Former Chairman of the Board of Trustees of his local church where he also served on the Endowment Fund Committee

REPRESENTATIVE MATTERS

Successful transfer of $30 million estate tax-free to heirs using gifting strategies to irrevocable trusts prior to the sale by three partners of a national company for $60 million.
Successful asset protection plan for a contractor protecting $7 million of assets from subsequent creditors who settled for a fraction of the original amount of the lawsuit.
Combined asset protection plan and estate tax reduction plan for physician who was able to settle a lawsuit for a fraction of the original amount of the lawsuit and was able to transfer $5 million in assets estate tax-free to his heirs.
Accomplished the efficient business succession plan for a $10 million company at the death of an owner without court interference or incurring any additional tax liability.
Successful structure of a construction company so that $20 million of the $30 million sales price will transfer estate tax-free to the family.

RATINGS & REVIEWS

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   Hailey Wade 
 14 days ago
 
 
 Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. Patterson Bray PLLC did an excellent job with my grandmother's estate planning, and made everything easy to understand! She recommended them to a friend who went and is also very satisfied with their services.
  
 
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   Deb Clark 
 19 days ago
 
 
 Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. My experience with this firm, particularly Judith Denham has been truly exceptional.  From the consultation to the finish, the attention to detail, listening and responding to my needs.  My documents were completed timely and professionally.  I highly recommend Patterson Bray.
  
 
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   Tanya White 
 19 days ago
 
 
 Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. PattersonBray Estate Planning was an incredible firm to work with setting up our Trust. Judith Denham was thorough, very smart, and personable as she patiently explained each part.  Gabby put together  a very professional beautiful binder for us to have, and has answered questions we have had since  then. I am so glad they were recommended to us, and we had them to walk us through this procedure.
  
 
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   Charmaine Sego 
 19 days ago
 
 
 Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. Patterson Bray did a great job with my mother's trust.
  
 
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   Phil Chamberlain 
 36 days ago
 
 
 Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. Patterson Bray PLLC - first class lawyers.
  
 
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   Catherine McGee 
 55 days ago
 
 
 Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. Heath Taylor was a genuine joy to work with during my divorce: straight forward, professional, and knowledgeable. I do hope I never have the need to acquire more legal help, but if I do, he'll be my first call. Thank you for everything, Heath!!
  
 
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   Marva Johnson 
 62 days ago
 
 
 Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. I FOUND PATTERSON BRAY AND JUDITH DENHAM TO BE PROFESSIONAL, VERY THOROUGH, AND PERSONAL. I DID NOT FEEL LIKE A CLIENT, BUT A PERSON. I AM SO IMPRESSED WITH THEM, ESPECIALLY JUDITH AND GABBY. VERY GRATEFUL FOR ASSISTANCE.
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   Pam Nicole 
 63 days ago
 
 
 Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. We set up a trust with Judith, at Patterson Bray and we received excellent service. Everything was explained thoroughly and everyone was very friendly and professional. I would definitely use her and the firm again, if needed.
  
 
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   Steven Creasy 
 84 days ago
 
 
 Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. Rachel was amazing and professional. Highly recommend. Thank you!
  
 
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   Lea Carr 
 98 days ago
 
 
 Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. Patterson Bray has a fantastic team and is always quick to respond for any need that I have. They are also great to refer clients, family, and friends to.

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