Chambliss, Bahner & Stophel, P.C.

Shareholder and Intellectual Property Chair Stephen Adams brings a unique blend of compassion, education, and family values to his intellectual property practice. As an advocate for his clients, he goes above and beyond to provide exceptional service with a supportive and understanding approach. Watch the full video below! Learn more about Stephen's practice and experience by visiting our website. bit.ly/StephenUNLEASHED

Congratulations to Dana Perry for being recognized on Super Lawyers' Top 100: 2024 Tennessee Super Lawyers list! Dana is a Certified Elder Law Attorney with more than 30 years of experience and is the chair for our elder law and special needs planning groups. She works with clients to provide the highest level of detail and compassion as they plan for the future of themselves and their loved ones. https://lnkd.in/eqpDFx3r

Shelton Swafford Chambers, CPA, presented at the Financial Workshop for Women by Women hosted by the Chattanooga Mayor's Council for Women Empowerment Committee. The presentation explored avoiding financial scams, understanding smart debt, navigating wills and health care directives, and discovering your investment style. https://lnkd.in/gcWGqfWh

We are excited to share that 14 of our attorneys were named in the 2024 Mid-South Super Lawyers and the 2024 Mid-South Rising Stars listings by Super Lawyers! Well done to all those honored for their professional excellence. https://lnkd.in/eqpDFx3r William Aiken Mark Cunningham Justin Furrow Timothy M. Gibbons Bud Jackson Jeffrey Maddux Hal North Dana Perry Mike St. Charles Stephen Adams Jarrod B. Casteel, JD, MIPP Nick Nester Logan Threadgill Kirby Yost

Abigail Jansen Sutton recently authored "Understanding Beneficiary Designations in Estate Planning," an article that highlights the importance of understanding how your assets will be distributed in estate planning, emphasizing that a will does not control everything. Read the full article on our website: https://lnkd.in/eu_356qT

Attention Health Care Providers! On October 14, a proposed $2.8 billion settlement was reached in antitrust claims against the Blue Cross Blue Shield Association. While court approval is still pending, class notices may take several weeks to be issued. In the meantime, our team will continue to monitor developments and encourages those affected to reach out to their relationship attorney. Read our full legal update for more information: https://lnkd.in/e7VD_hFw

Our November estate planning newsletter is filled with valuable resources on the 2025 Social Security Administration's cost-of-living adjustment, special needs trusts for individuals receiving Supplemental Security Income or Medicaid, and the impact of hoarding disorder on older adults. Visit our website to explore the full newsletter and discover a variety of exciting upcoming events. bit.ly/EPNovember2024

Thank you to everyone who joined us for our Friendsgiving Women's Networking event with the Women's Fund of Greater Chattanooga and former members of Chattanooga Women's Leadership Institute! It was an unforgettable gathering, surrounded by so many inspiring and powerful women from our community.

Stephen Adams will join a panel at the Chattanooga Engineers Club professional development program, hosted in partnership with the ASME (The American Society of Mechanical Engineers), on November 18. Stephen will share practical advice on navigating career choices, further education, and developing strong leadership abilities. bit.ly/StephenCECProgram

Our Director of Talent and Employee Engagement Eric Kaulfuss and graduated apprentice?Sage Sammeli are excited to host this Lunch & Learn at Chambliss! Know a local business interested in supporting and taking part in the program? Share this event to provide valuable insights into the Paralegal Apprenticeship program at Chattanooga State Community College.