Brian Lavoy Payne

Brian Lavoy Payne brings a strong legal background and decades of experience to clients in the Nashville area. He focuses his practice on real estate law, estate planning, and probate administration. Through each phase of his career, Brian has built a reputation for offering steady, thoughtful counsel in moments that often involve life’s biggest decisions.

Brian earned his Bachelor of Science in Psychology from Arkansas State University, graduating cum laude. He later earned his Doctor of Jurisprudence from the Cecil C. Humphreys School of Law at the University of Memphis. He is also a graduate of the American Bankers’ Association Graduate Trust School and the Realtors® Institute, with specialized education in real estate and trust law.

Brian’s early legal career began in his hometown in northeast Arkansas, where he became a partner at a small firm. There, he worked on real estate closings, title opinions, and probate matters. His career later led him to Nashville, where he opened a real estate office for a large law firm and served as a legal underwriter. He later founded his own practice, concentrating on real estate, probate, and estate planning.

Brian’s experience also includes time as a bank trust officer and financial advisor. These roles strengthened his understanding of estate planning, from writing wills and trusts to helping families through probate. He brings calm and clarity to those dealing with the loss of a loved one and ensures every client feels heard and supported through the process.

Brian’s approach is built on values he developed growing up in a small town—integrity, personal service, and reliability. He enjoys building lasting relationships with clients, agents, and lenders. His ability to simplify complex matters has made him a dependable guide in both real estate and estate law.

Brian Lavoy Payne is committed to helping individuals and families protect what matters most. With each client, he offers dependable legal service built on care, trust, and years of hands-on knowledge.

Law Office Affiliations

• Attorney, Brian Lavoy Payne, Attorney at Law, PLLC
• Member, Tennessee Bar Association

Licensed State

• Tennessee

Education

• Cecil C. Humphreys School of Law, University of Memphis
  Juris Doctor (JD)
• Arkansas State University
  Bachelor of Science (BS)

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