John F. Murrah

Closely held family businesses Multi-generational trusts

5.0 (1 reviews)

Nashville, Tennessee

18+ years experience

Updated: Jan 04, 2026

Contact Information

901-525-6781

https://evanspetree.com/professionals/john-f-murrah/

1715 Aaron Brenner Drive, Suite 800 Memphis TN US

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Bio

F. Murrah is a Tennessee-based attorney focusing on Closely held family businesses Multi-generational trusts matters. Having practiced Closely held family businesses Multi-generational trusts for over 15 years, John F. Murrah provides informed representation. F. Murrah approaches each case with dedication, attention to detail, and strategic thinking. John F. Murrah serves Tennessee with a commitment to professional advocacy and client success.

Practice Areas

Closely held family businesses Multi-generational trusts

Awards & Recognition

Lawyer of the Year: Trusts and Estates, Memphis (2025)
Lawyer of the Year: Closely Held Companies and Family Businesses Law, Memphis (2022)
Lawyer of the Year: Closely Held Companies and Family Businesses Law, Memphis (2016)
Lawyer of the Year: Trusts and Estates, Memphis (2016)
Recognized: Closely Held Companies and Family Businesses Law
Recognized: Trusts and Estates
Special Focus: Asset Protection
Special Focus: Estate Planning
Special Focus: Fiduciary Duties
Special Focus: Gift Planning
Special Focus: Nonprofit Organizations and Charitable Giving
Special Focus: Partnership and Limited Liability
Special Focus: Probate
Special Focus: Succession Planning
Special Focus: Tax
Special Focus: Trust Administration

Recognized in Best Lawyers since 2007

Education

University of Mississippi, J.D. , graduated 1984
Emory University, L.L.M.
Millsaps College, B.B.A.

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Reviews

Mary Phillips

2 weeks ago

Expert guidance for our family business succession plan

We engaged John Murrah to help our family navigate the complex transition of our multi-generational manufacturing business. With over 18 years focused on closely held companies, his deep expertise was immediately apparent. He masterfully balanced the legal intricacies of restructuring ownership with the sensitive family dynamics involved. His dual background in trusts and business law, underscored by his recent Lawyer of the Year recognition, proved invaluable. John and the team at Evans Petree crafted a comprehensive plan that established a clear succession path, created protective trusts for the next generation, and ensured the business's legacy. His thoughtful, professional approach delivered not just a legal document, but genuine peace of mind for our entire family.