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Legal planning is often delayed because people are unsure where to begin or believe it only matters during a crisis. At Jelks Law, we believe preparation begins with understanding.

Through radio interviews, speaking engagements, and educational conversations, we are committed to making estate planning more approachable and helping individuals, families, caregivers, and business owners better understand the decisions that shape their future.

Rather than focusing solely on legal documents, these conversations center on real-life situations people face every day and provide practical guidance long before legal intervention is ever needed.

Whether we’re speaking at a community event, appearing on local media, or leading an educational workshop, our goal remains the same: to help people understand their options so they can make informed decisions with confidence.

Invite Amanda to Speak

Amanda Jelks regularly speaks to community organizations, businesses, professional associations, civic groups, and media outlets on topics related to estate planning, family preparedness, business succession, and proactive legal planning.

Whether you’re planning a luncheon, educational workshop, conference, community event, or media interview, Amanda is passionate about helping audiences better understand the legal decisions that shape their future.

Interested in having Amanda speak at your organization, event, or community gathering? Contact Jelks Law to learn more.

Phone: (423) 602-2230

Email: Kelly@jelkslaw.com

Listen. Learn. Prepare.

Amanda Jelks regularly partners with local media to discuss the legal issues families, caregivers, and business owners face every day.

Known for making complex legal topics approachable, these conversations provide practical guidance on estate planning, family preparedness, business succession, planning for loved ones with disabilities, and other legal issues that impact everyday life.

Whether you’re planning for the future or simply looking to better understand your options, these conversations are a great place to start.

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Amanda Jelks on Family Preparedness for Summer Travel (WGOW Talk Radio 102.3)

June 16, 2026

Ahead of summer vacation season, attorney Amanda Jelks explains how families can prepare for the unexpected before they travel — including Tennessee’s free power of attorney for a minor child left in a caregiver’s care. She also covers naming permanent guardians in a will, setting up a minor’s trust so a child’s inheritance stays protected, and storing key documents where loved ones can find them.

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Amanda Jelks on Business Emergency and Succession Planning (WGOW Talk Radio 102.3)

May 1, 2026

For National Business Owner’s Month, attorney Amanda Jelks discusses why every business needs foundational documents — a partnership, operating, or shareholder agreement — to survive a sudden crisis or partner dispute. She explains that decision-making rules should be set while partners still get along, and that clear succession planning is essential given how many family businesses fail in the second generation for lack of it.

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Amanda Jelks on Avoiding Taxes on Your Inheritance (WGOW Talk Radio 102.3)

April 22, 2026

In this tax-season segment, attorney Amanda Jelks explains how families can pass on an inheritance without triggering unnecessary taxes, noting that neither Tennessee nor Georgia levies an inheritance tax and that the federal estate tax applies only to very large estates. She cautions that adding a child’s name to a parent’s home while the parent is still living can create a taxable event.

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Amanda Jelks on Choosing Guardians for Your Children (WGOW Talk Radio 102.3)

March 1, 2026

Chattanooga estate-planning attorney Amanda Jelks explains what happens to minor children when parents die without naming a guardian — warning that Tennessee's default statute can push the decision to grandparents or the Department of Children's Services rather than the person parents would have chosen. She urges families to review their wills every three to five years and keep open communication about their plans.

Featured Insights

Explore articles and media coverage featuring legal insight from Jelks Law on estate planning, family preparedness, business succession, and other issues affecting Tennessee families and businesses.

Whether you’re looking for answers to a specific question or simply want to stay informed, these resources are designed to help you better understand the legal decisions that impact your future.

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Advice to My Younger Self

CityScope Magazine features Amanda Jelks in its "Advice to My Younger Self" series, where she reflects on prioritizing relationships and enjoying the journey over rushing to achieve.

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A Legal Career Helping Small Businesses

October 19, 2020

On WUTC’s "Scenic Roots," Amanda Jelks discusses her work helping small-business owners navigate legal challenges, including the disruptions many faced during the COVID-19 pandemic.

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Guest Editorial: Tools for Transferring Your House to Your Loved Ones

May 14, 2020

A guest editorial by attorney Amanda N. Jelks on estate-planning tools for passing real estate to heirs, explaining why a revocable living trust often protects a home better than a will.

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Serving Beyond the Office

Community Education & Outreach


At Jelks Law, we believe legal education shouldn’t begin only after a problem arises.

That’s why we regularly partner with businesses, nonprofits, civic organizations, schools, and community groups to provide educational presentations that help individuals and families navigate important legal decisions with greater confidence.

Whether speaking with caregivers, business owners, professionals, or families preparing for the future, our focus remains the same: providing practical guidance that empowers people to make informed decisions before they’re faced with urgency.

Stay Connected

Life changes. Priorities shift. New questions arise.

Launching in August, Jelks Law Journal will feature practical legal insights, educational articles, media appearances, speaking engagements, and timely information on the issues affecting families and business owners.

No clutter. Just thoughtful resources, meaningful conversations, and practical guidance delivered directly to your inbox.

Join the waitlist today and be among the first to receive the Jelks Law Journal.

Jelks Law serves the greater Chattanooga area and surrounding communities including: Soddy Daisy, TN; Red Bank, TN; East Ridge, TN; Ooltewah, TN; Signal Mountain, TN; Cleveland, TN; Lookout Mountain, GA; Ringgold, GA