Kinkead & Stilz Adds Four Attorneys, Opens Ashland Office

By: Kinkead & Stilz

[Ashland, Kentucky | September 1, 2024] – Kinkead & Stilz is pleased to announce the addition of Williams, Hall & Latherow effective September 1, 2024. Williams, Hall & Latherow, comprising of Kenneth Williams, Jr., David F. Latherow, Geoffrey D. Marsh, and Dustin C. Haley, is an Ashland, Kentucky based law firm specializing in insurance and medical negligence defense. This strategic merger combines the strengths of both firms, enhancing their ability to serve clients with a broader range of legal services and greater resources.

“We are thrilled with the addition of Williams, Hall & Latherow, a move that strategically expands our footprint into eastern Kentucky,” said Barry Stilz. “This not only enhances our ability to serve clients with local expertise, but also aligns with our vision of offering comprehensive legal services across Kentucky. We look forward to integrating these exceptional attorneys and staff into Kinkead & Stilz.”

Over the past 24 years, Williams, Hall & Latherow has built a strong reputation for providing exceptional legal services in the greater Ashland, Kentucky community, while Kinkead & Stilz, with offices in Lexington and Paintsville, Kentucky, is renowned for its 27 years of expertise in business law, estate planning, litigation, professional liability defense, real estate, natural resources, and tax matters. This merger brings together a team of highly experienced attorneys and staff, creating a powerhouse firm of 30 attorneys dedicated to achieving the best outcomes for clients across central and eastern Kentucky.

“We are excited to join forces with Kinkead & Stilz,” said David Latherow. “This represents a significant step forward in our commitment to delivering exceptional legal services to our clients and community. By combining our strengths, we are better positioned to meet the evolving needs of our clients and provide them with the highest level of service.”

Williams, Hall & Latherow shares Kinkead & Stilz’s dedication to client satisfaction and professional excellence. Together, the merged firm will continue to uphold these values while expanding its capabilities and service offerings.

For more information about the merger and the services offered by the combined firm, please visit www.ksattorneys.com.

About Kinkead & Stilz, PLLC
Kinkead & Stilz has been serving clients throughout Kentucky for more than 25 years across business law, estate planning, litigation, professional liability defense, real estate, natural resources, and tax matters. With offices in Lexington, Ashland, and Paintsville, the firm is known for its commitment to excellence, personalized service and successful outcomes for clients. Kinkead & Stilz provides top-tier legal services and has a proven track record of success in representing clients across Kentucky.

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