Dismukes Law
Specializing in Estate Planning, Probate & Small Business Law
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Serving Middle Tennessee
VISION
Dismukes Law focuses their practice on meeting the needs of families by providing estate planning services. Our goal is to make sure that every family experiences an essentially seamless transition when a loved one loses capacity or passes away. Whether you are a business owner, retired, or just starting your family, we can help you plan for life's contingencies. Dismukes Law also specializes in business formation, contract review, and probate and trust administration.
PRACTICE
AREAS
ESTATE PLANNING
From simple estates to complex planning, we are here to help you get your affairs in order before the issue arises. You will be confident that your family will not have a mess to deal with if something were to happen to you. I can help with wills, trusts, business succession planning, insurance protection trusts, special needs trusts, powers of attorney, living wills/advanced healthcare directives, animal trusts, firearms trusts, and more.
PROBATE & TRUST ADMINISTRATION
While we do not handle probate and trust litigation, we are happy to serve you in uncontested probate and trust administration matters. We serve Williamson, Davidson, Maury, Rutherford, Wilson, Cheatham and surrounding counties.
SMALL BUSINESS LAW
No two businesses are identical, and neither is our approach to each business’s needs. We understand that every business has its own unique set of circumstances, so We help clients structure their business accordingly and assist with current and future transactional work that each business faces. From forming your business, to contract drafting, and to succession planning, We can help your business with every step along the way.
ADDITIONAL SERVICES
Guardianship/Conservatorship
Pre- and Post-Marital Agreements
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LOCATIONS
Main office in Franklin, TN​
ABOUT
COVINGTON DISMUKES HORAN
Our founding partner, Covington D. Horan, was born and raised in Franklin, Tennessee (a true native!). Covington comes from a line of small business owners, and she uses her experiences growing up around the family businesses to advise entrepreneurs at all stages of their business needs. Covington prides herself in her ability to handle complex family matters regarding estate planning based on her own experiences. Covington is also a third-generation graduate of the University of Tennessee, Knoxville, where she received her B.A. in psychology and sociology with a concentration in criminal justice and a minor in philosophy. During her time at UT, Covington was a member of the Phi Alpha Delta law fraternity.
Covington graduated cum laude from the University of Mississippi School of Law, receiving a Business Law certificate with honors. She also earned a best performance award in her Business Planning class and was selected to serve on the Dean’s Leadership Council. As part of her coursework, Covington studied Gift & Estate Tax Law, Income Tax Law, Partnership Tax Law, and Corporate Tax Law. Additionally, Covington was a member of the Business Law Institute, the Lawyer’s Association for Women, and the Public Interest Law Foundation.
Covington was recognized by the Ole Miss Pro Bono Initiative and Clinical Programs for distinction in providing pro bono service during her time in law school. Covington was also selected to participate in the Child Advocacy program during law school, where she served as an assistant Guardian ad Litem for children in cases involving allegations of neglect and abuse, making recommendations to the court regarding the best interests of the children.
Covington served as an assistant editor to the West Publishing Company’s Tennessee Practice Series volumes on business formation and estate planning from 2018 until 2021. She is a member of the Nashville Bar Association and the Tennessee Bar Association.
When she is not working, Covington can be found with her husband, Alec, and her Belgian Malinois, Luna (a regular in the office), or curled up with a book.
ABOUT
CRYSTAL ARMSTRONG
Crystal Armstrong, our associate attorney, joined Dismukes Law in Summer of 2025 after gaining experience at an international law firm in Dallas, TX. While working as an associate in “big law,” she developed a strong background in healthcare regulatory due diligence and transactional arrangements. Crystal earned her Bachelor of Science degree from Tennessee State University (Summa Cum Laude). She earned her Master of Arts (M.A.) and Education Specialist Degree (Ed.S.) in School Psychology from Middle Tennessee State University. Prior to her time as an attorney, Crystal worked as a school psychologist for Franklin Special District (FSD) in Franklin, TN where she gained valuable experience with conducting psychoeducational assessments for students with moderate to severe disabilities. During her tenure as a school psychologist, she also served as a part-time evaluator for the MTSU Dyslexia Center. Crystal, being a Nationally Certified School Psychologist (NCSP), brings a unique perspective to her legal practice. This experience allows her to understand client challenges with greater empathy and insight, enabling her to tailor her legal strategies effectively. She can connect with clients on a personal level, fostering trust and building strong attorney-client relationships.
Crystal graduated from the University of Alabama School of Law, where she served as the Acquisitions & Development Editor for the Law & Psychology Review; Vice President of the Bryan K. Fair Chapter of the Black Law Student Association (BLSA); President of the Health Law Society; Law School Ambassador; and Member of the Bench and Bar Legal Honor Society. While attending law school, Crystal worked as a Legal Extern with the University of Alabama’s Office of Counsel and served as a Student Attorney in the Entrepreneurship & Nonprofit Clinic. As a student attorney, Crystal gained experience in (1) counseling entrepreneurs on tax deductible business expenses and federal annual tax filings; (2) strategizing, negotiating, and drafting agreements; (3) trademark and logo counseling/registration; and (4) choice of entity counseling.
Crystal is an active member of the Tennessee Bar Association, Nashville Bar Association, Napier Looby Bar Association, and a proud member of Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority, Inc. Crystal also serves as the Co-Chair of the Networking Committee for the Lawyers Association for Women--Marion Griffin Chapter.
Crystal is currently enrolled in the part-time LL.M. in Taxation program at Georgetown University Law Center. When not in the office, Crystal enjoys Pilates; weightlifting classes; and spending time with family and friends.
ABOUT
MEGAN HENRY
Megan Henry serves as Dismukes Law's paralegal and office administrator. Megan formerly worked with the Williamson County Chancery Court, probate division. Her knowledge of the probate court system provides invaluable expertise to the firm.
Outside of the office, Megan enjoys spending time with her husband, Colln, and their two children.
CONTACT
For existing clients, you can reach the client portal here:
https://dismukes-law.mycase.com/
Office: 604 S. Margin Street, Franklin, TN 37064
Email: admin@dismukeslaw.com
Tel: 615-200-8818 (accepts calls and texts)
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