Making The Complex Task of Estate and Business Planning Easy To Navigate
serving individuals, families, couples and business owners in Maryville, Blount County & Surrounding Areas
Nicole Pavlik
Attorney and trusted advisor since 2012
Based in Maryville and serving Blount County, Loudon County, Knox County, and surrounding East Tennessee communities
I always aspired to become an attorney, but it was during my time as a paralegal that I truly discovered my calling. I realized that the adversarial aspects of law did not resonate with me. Instead, I was driven by a desire to help people in meaningful ways.
Through my experiences, I have witnessed the profound impact that inadequate estate planning can have on families.
When a loved one passes away or becomes incapacitated without an estate plan, families often face significant challenges that compound their stress and grief. The resulting anger, distrust, and hurt feelings among loved ones left behind can be devastating.
By proactively organizing and formalizing your estate plan you can ensure your loves ones won't have to struggle to make critical medical and financial decisions on your behalf.
Don't wait until it's too late- give your loved ones' peace of mind by taking proactive steps today.
Having an estate plan in place means your family can focus on healing and support rather than legal and financial uncertainties. Make the critical decisions now so you're family doesn't have to.
COMPASSIONATE
I am committed to treating each client with dignity and individualized attention. My focus is on connecting deeply with you so I can understand and address your specific needs and preferences.
COMPREHENSIVE
Estate planning is complex and I am dedicated to providing you with the highest level of support, clarity and care to ensure all your needs and concerns are addressed.
KNOWLEDGABLE
With over a decade of experience working with a diverse client base I have a deep understanding of complexities of estate law and bring a wealth of expertise and insight to every client interaction.
AFFORDABLE
It's important to me that you can make informed decisions and feel secure in the value of the services you receive. This is why I use up-front pricing and offer a 10% discount to educators, military and first-responders.
ESTATE PLANNING SERVICES
Ensures your wishes for the distribution of your assets and the care of your loved ones are clearly articulated and honored after your passing.
Designates someone you trust to make important financial and legal decisions on your behalf, ensuring your best interests are upheld even if you become unable to manage these affairs yourself.
Designates a trusted person to make medical decisions on your behalf, ensuring your health care preferences are honored when you are unable to advocate for yourself.
A versatile legal tool offering you both control and peace of mind that allows you to manage and protect your assets during your lifetime while ensuring a seamless transfer to your beneficiaries after your passing.
Outlines your wishes for medical treatment and end-of-life care, ensuring your preferences are respected and alleviating the burden of difficult decisions for your loved ones.
A special needs trust, also known as a supplemental needs trust, is designed to benefit individuals with disabilities by ensuring their extra needs and their financial security is met without compromising their eligibility for government benefits.
BUSINESS PLANNING SERVICES
Bylaws are the foundational guidelines for corporations that outline how your business operates. They serve as a roadmap for decision-making, defining roles, responsibilities, and procedures to prevent conflicts and provide a clear path forward.
A thorough lease agreement review ensures that your business space supports your goals without unexpected costs or obligations.
As your attorney, I will carefully examine every detail, guiding you to make informed decisions that protect your interests and provide peace of mind, so you can focus confidently on growing your business.
An independent contractor agreement is an essential document that clearly define the relationship, expectations, and responsibilities between your business and the contractors you engage, protecting both parties from misunderstandings or legal issues.
As your attorney I will ensure this agreement is tailored to your specific needs, establishing a foundation of mutual respect and clarity that supports a productive, worry-free partnership.
An operating agreement is an essential document for LLC's that defines each owner’s role, rights, and responsibilities, creating a stable and clear framework for business operations and decision-making.
As your business planning attorney I will craft an operating agreement with careful attention to your business's unique needs, fostering trust and alignment among partners so your business can grow smoothly and confidently.
Promissory notes and loan documents formalize financial agreements, clearly outlining repayment terms to protect both the lender and the borrower.
As your attorney, I will ensure that these documents are meticulously structured to provide security and transparency, allowing all parties to proceed with confidence and peace of mind in their financial commitments.
A buy-sell agreement is crucial for safeguarding the future of your business, establishing a clear plan for ownership changes in the event of retirement, disability, or unforeseen circumstances.
As your business planning attorney, I will design this agreement to protect your business’s stability and ensure a smooth transition, providing you and your partners with peace of mind and a shared vision for the future.
Contract preparation is about building strong, clear agreements that protect your business interests and foster positive relationships with clients, employees, and partners.
As your attorney, I will craft contracts that anticipate needs and prevent conflicts with a focus on precision and understanding.
Employment contracts provide a structured framework that clearly outlines expectations, roles, and responsibilities, creating a harmonious and fair working environment for both employers and employees.
As your attorney, I will prepare these contracts with careful attention to your business’s values and needs, ensuring protection for all parties while fostering a foundation of trust and mutual respect.
An asset purchase agreement is a vital document that defines the terms and details of purchasing business assets, protecting both buyer and seller from future misunderstandings.
As your business planning attorney, I will carefully prepare this agreement to ensure clarity, security, and a smooth transition, allowing both parties to move forward with confidence and mutual trust in the transaction.
A contract review offers peace of mind by ensuring that each term and obligation within an agreement aligns with your business’s interests and protects you from potential risks.
With a keen eye for detail and a commitment to your security, I will thoroughly examine contracts, providing clarity and guidance so you can proceed with confidence in every business relationship.
My wife and I had the pleasure of using Nicole’s firm to assist us with creating our family trust. From our first contact through the signing of our documents I can’t say how great everything was. Nicole and her staff are professional, compassionate and always have the clients best interest first. We can’t say enough about this firm and their staff. Thank you for all your hard working helping my family with our trust. We will definitely use your firm in the future if we have needs. We will be happy to refer your firm to anyone that we can.
- Skip Markoff
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I've used Nicole's services for both my prenup a few years back and more recently for my will and trust. She's a top-notch attorney who makes complex legal processes straightforward and fast. Nicole prioritizes client satisfaction, and it really shows. Highly recommend her for anyone needing legal help. Thanks, Nicole, for your excellent service!
- Daria Bell
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From initial communication through explanation of how setting up our family trust and associated documents would work through in-person and online support through final signatures and continued support - just fantastic. Recommend her 100% for your estate planning attorney.
- Anthony Polletta
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Nicole Pavlik's expertise and attention to detail in preparing our estate documents were commendable. She guided us through the entire process, ensuring we understood all the legal aspects and providing valuable insights and options. Her knowledge and professionalism instilled confidence in our estate plan.
- Jim Cantwell
Ensure that you and your loved ones will be taken care of according to your wishes.
Nicole@maryville-ep.com