R. Ethan Ward

R. Ethan Ward

Bass, Berry & Sims PLC.

R. Ethan Ward is an attorney at Bass, Berry & Sims PLC. He counsels clients on estate planning and the administration of trusts and estates. In this capacity, Mr. Ward works with high-net-worth individuals, families, and businesses on the implementation of tax-advantaged generational wealth transfer and business succession plans utilizing advanced estate planning techniques such as family limited partnerships, charitable entities, sales to intentionally defective grantor trusts, irrevocable life insurance trusts, and charitable split-interest trusts, as well as drafting wills, trusts, and powers of attorney. He also works with trust companies, family offices, and fiduciaries on the administration of complex trusts and estates. Mr. Ward earned his B.B.A. degree, magna cum laude, from Belmont University, his J.D. degree from Belmont University College of Law and his LL.M. degree in taxation from the University of Florida Levin College of Law. He is a member of the Tennessee Bar Association, Nashville Bar Association, Estate Planning Council of Middle Tennessee, and on the Board of Directors for Studio Tenn Theatre Company. Mr. Ward is admitted to practice law in Tennessee.

R. Ethan Ward's Courses

  • Step-by-Step Guide to Drafting Wills and Trusts in Tennessee

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    Trusts, Estates & Probate

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    Credits Available
    Credit Status Total
    Tennessee CLE Approved 6 Total
    CPE for Accountants/NASBA Approved 7 Total
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