Douglass & Runger

Douglass & Runger Listen. Strategize. Protect. We support you through life's challenges no matter what the circumstances are!

Douglass & Runger is an association of attorneys, not a partnership, with over 45 combined years of experience handling probate, estate planning and family law cases in the greater Memphis and Bartlett areas.

08/20/2026

We’re proud to share that Douglass & Runger has been named to the 2026 Inc. 5000 list for the second consecutive year! 🎉

Being recognized among the fastest-growing private companies in the country is an exciting milestone for our firm. But what means the most to us is what makes that growth possible: our team, our clients, and the relationships we’ve built in the Memphis community.

We’re incredibly grateful to the people who have trusted us, supported us, and helped us continue to grow. We’re especially proud of the people who come to work every day committed to serving our clients and making this firm better.

What a year it’s been. We’re grateful for the journey and excited for what’s next. ❤️

Read more about the recognition: https://www.douglassrunger.com/blog/douglass-runger-named-to-inc-5000-for-second-consecutive-year/

Please join us in welcoming Sarah E. Schnautz to the Douglass & Runger team!Sarah joins our firm as an attorney serving ...
07/27/2026

Please join us in welcoming Sarah E. Schnautz to the Douglass & Runger team!

Sarah joins our firm as an attorney serving clients in Estate Planning, Probate, and Family Law. She is passionate about building strong relationships with her clients, keeping them informed throughout the legal process, and helping them make confident decisions.

Sarah earned her J.D. from Indiana University Robert H. McKinney School of Law, where she was recognized for excellence in oral advocacy and brief writing.

Outside the office, Sarah enjoys:

⛺ Camping and spending time outdoors with her fiancé, Jared
🐕 Adventures with their Labrador, Mae
💍 Planning their upcoming wedding

We're excited to have Sarah on our team and look forward to the knowledge, compassion, and dedication she'll bring to the families we serve.

Welcome to the team! 🎉

As a business owner, you're constantly making decisions to help your business grow and succeed. But one important item i...
07/22/2026

As a business owner, you're constantly making decisions to help your business grow and succeed. But one important item is often missing from the checklist:

What happens to your business if an illness or injury leaves you unable to make decisions or run the business?

Without a plan, important questions about leadership, ownership, and day-to-day operations may be left unanswered.

A comprehensive estate plan isn't just about protecting your personal assets. It's also about helping ensure your business can continue if you're no longer able to lead it.

A thoughtful plan can help you:
✔️ Keep your business operating with less disruption
✔️ Identify who can make decisions on your behalf
✔️ Establish a clear succession plan
✔️ Protect your family, employees, and the future of your business

The business you've built represents years of hard work, and planning ahead can help protect its future while providing stability for your family, employees, and partners.

Learn more about estate planning for business owners here: https://www.douglassrunger.com/estate-planning-for-business-owners/

It's a common misconception that children get to decide which parent they want to live with.In Tennessee, a child's pref...
07/17/2026

It's a common misconception that children get to decide which parent they want to live with.

In Tennessee, a child's preference may be considered, but it's only one of many factors courts use when determining what's in the child's best interests. A child's age and maturity, along with each parent's ability to provide a stable, supportive environment, all play an important role.

Because every custody case is unique, understanding how these factors apply to your family's circumstances can help you make informed decisions as you move through the process.

Learn more about child custody in Tennessee:
https://www.douglassrunger.com/child-custody/

A loved one passed away without a Will. What happens next?Not every estate administration begins with a clear plan. In f...
07/09/2026

A loved one passed away without a Will. What happens next?

Not every estate administration begins with a clear plan. In fact, many families find themselves navigating the probate process after a loved one passes away without a Will.

When this happens, Tennessee law determines how the estate is handled, including who may inherit and how assets are distributed. Understanding the process can help bring clarity during an already difficult time.

Learn more about intestate estate administration and what to expect:

https://www.douglassrunger.com/intestate-estate-administration

Wishing everyone a safe, fun, and happy Fourth of July!This Fourth of July is especially meaningful as we celebrate Amer...
07/02/2026

Wishing everyone a safe, fun, and happy Fourth of July!

This Fourth of July is especially meaningful as we celebrate America’s 250th anniversary. We hope you enjoy the many celebrations across the city and have a weekend filled with great food, lasting memories, and time with the people you love.

Our office will be closed July 2 & 3 to give our team extra time to rest and recharge. We’ll reopen on Monday.

Have a wonderful holiday weekend!

Wine was poured. Snacks were enjoyed. Estate planning questions were asked.Lots of them.Last night, Estate Planning Atto...
06/24/2026

Wine was poured. Snacks were enjoyed. Estate planning questions were asked.

Lots of them.

Last night, Estate Planning Attorney Matthew Rhoads joined guests at Page Robbins Adult Day Center for Wine & Unwind, a casual community event centered on educational, practical conversations about aging with confidence.

We covered the full estate planning toolkit—wills, trusts, powers of attorney, probate, and many of the questions families find themselves asking as they think through these decisions.

We’re grateful for the opportunity to help make estate planning feel more approachable and give attendees greater clarity as they think about their own plans.

A special thank you to Sheri Wammack and the team at Page Robbins for bringing the event together, and to everyone who joined us for an evening of good conversation and a little wine along the way.

Father’s Day is a chance to celebrate the fathers and father figures who help shape our lives through their love, guidan...
06/21/2026

Father’s Day is a chance to celebrate the fathers and father figures who help shape our lives through their love, guidance, and support.

Whether they're offering advice, cheering from the sidelines, lending a helping hand, or simply showing up when it matters most, their impact is felt in countless ways every day.

Today, we recognize and thank all the dads, grandfathers, stepdads, and mentors who make our families and communities stronger.

Happy Father’s Day from all of us at Douglass & Runger. 💙

We were too busy having fun on our last team outing to stop and take many photos. Apologies for the blurry ones, we were...
06/15/2026

We were too busy having fun on our last team outing to stop and take many photos. Apologies for the blurry ones, we weren’t exactly standing still.

Last Friday, the entire team spent the afternoon at AMUSE: The Adventure Museum. We split up into groups and rotated through a series of impressively themed rooms filled with mental, physical, and skill-based challenges.

Some came easy, some did not, and a few definitely had us second guessing ourselves more than once.

It was a fun way to step away from the office for the afternoon and spend time together outside our usual routine. We’re officially calling for a rematch.

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2865 Summer Oaks Drive
Bartlett, TN
38134

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Monday 8:30am - 5pm
Tuesday 8:30am - 5pm
Wednesday 8:30am - 5pm
Thursday 8:30am - 5pm
Friday 8:30am - 5pm

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+19013885805

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