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09/03/2026

New by Allyson Breeden — Keeping Children First: Key Changes Under Indiana’s New Child Welfare Law.

For caregivers, child welfare professionals, and attorneys, understanding the impact of Senate Enrolled Act 171 (SEA 171) is critical. In her article, Allyson examines how Indiana’s new law may affect placement decisions, adoption proceedings, and the long-term stability of children in care.

Read more here: https://www.skofirm.com/news/keeping-children-first-key-changes-under-indianas-new-child-welfare-law/

08/25/2026

New by Andy Hagerman — Trade Secret Protection: The Essentials for Business Owners: Customer data, pricing strategies, and proprietary know-how can be among a company's most valuable assets, yet they're often overlooked. In his latest article, Andy shares five practical steps business owners can take to protect trade secrets and reduce risk before disputes arise.

Read more here: https://www.skofirm.com/news/trade-secret-protection-the-essentials-for-business-owners/

08/21/2026

We are proud to announce that eight SKO attorneys are 2027 Best Lawyers "Lawyer of the Year" recipients. The Best Lawyers® "Lawyer of the Year" recognition is presented annually to a single lawyer in each practice area and designated metropolitan area. Each attorney recognized underscores SKO's commitment to legal excellence and the trust that clients place in the firm.

Congratulations to:
William Cartwright, Evansville, IN — Corporate Law
Norris Cunningham, Indianapolis, IN — Arbitration
Elizabeth Muyskens, Lexington, KY — Employment Law - Management
Douglas Ballantine, Louisville, KY — Bet-the-Company Litigation
Adam Goebel, Louisville, KY — Environmental Law
Lea Goff, Louisville, KY — Litigation - Bankruptcy
Beth McMasters, Louisville, KY — Litigation - Health Care
Tom Williams, Louisville, KY — Employment Law - Management

Learn more and review the full list here: https://www.skofirm.com/news/107-stoll-keenon-ogden-pllc-attorneys-recognized-by-best-lawyers/

08/21/2026

SKO is proud to have 19 attorneys recognized in the 2027 edition of Best Lawyers: Ones to Watch® in America. Out of more than 5 million evaluations that were analyzed this year, just two percent of nominees received the honor. Congratulations to Hannah Dill, Alyssa R., Kristen Hahn, Jordan Saner, Conner Voegel, Cameron Bosak, Kaylee Conley, Andrew Kirtley, David Ma, Zach Reichle, Joe Gabbard, Felisa Moore, Lili Williams Ball, Mary Ellen Wimberly, Kerby T. Conner (formerly Standifer), Andy Hagerman, Natalie Nassar, Ashley K. Russell, and Virginia Leigh Schell.

Learn more and review the full list here: https://www.skofirm.com/news/107-stoll-keenon-ogden-pllc-attorneys-recognized-by-best-lawyers/

08/21/2026

Congratulations to the 88 SKO attorneys who have been named Best Lawyers in America® by Best Lawyers! Nearly 50,000 attorneys from across the U.S. reviewed and voted on more than 5 million evaluations for the 2027 edition of Best Lawyers in America®, and just five percent of nominees received the recognition. This honor not only reflects our attorneys' legal knowledge, but also demonstrates how they are seen by their peers in the communities where they practice.

Learn more and review the full list here: https://www.skofirm.com/news/107-stoll-keenon-ogden-pllc-attorneys-recognized-by-best-lawyers/

08/20/2026

New by Christopher Schaefer - Who Can See Your Lawyer’s Advice? Protecting Privilege When You Share: Your company’s outside counsel has just given you, an executive at the company, a candid written assessment of a sensitive legal problem. Your natural instinct is to share that assessment with the people who need to act on it. But before you forward that email, pause. The same confidentiality that makes legal advice valuable can be lost the moment it travels to the wrong person. Learn more at https://www.skofirm.com/news/who-can-see-your-lawyers-advice-protecting-privilege-when-you-share/.

08/12/2026

New by Amy Miles - The EEOC Rescinds 1979 Affirmative Action Guidelines: Implications for Employers: On June 30, 2026, the U.S. Equal Employment Opportunity Commission (“EEOC”) announced that it has rescinded long-standing agency guidelines titled “Affirmative Action Appropriate Under Title VII of the Civil Rights Act of 1964” and the related “Compliance Manual Section 607 on Affirmative Action” (collectively, the “Guidelines”). In a statement, the EEOC said that the Guidelines no longer align with the text of Title VII or Supreme Court precedent. Read more at https://www.skofirm.com/news/the-eeoc-rescinds-1979-affirmative-action-guidelines-implications-for-employers/.

08/04/2026

We are pleased to congratulate Thomas Rutledge on his reappointment to a four-year term as a Kentucky Commissioner to the Uniform Law Commission. Through this role, Tom continues to contribute to the important work of developing and promoting uniform state laws where consistency among states benefits the public, businesses, and the legal system. Congratulations, Tom, on this distinguished reappointment! Learn more about Tom at https://www.skofirm.com/attorney/thomas-e-rutledge/.

08/03/2026

Please join us in welcoming Andrew M. Hopkins to SKO as an Associate in our Louisville office. Andrew brings extensive litigation and leadership experience to the firm, following a 24-year career in the United States Army, including more than a decade as a Judge Advocate. His military legal service included roles as a Defense Appellate Attorney, Government Appellate Attorney, Trial Counsel/Prosecutor, Special Assistant U.S. Attorney, Operational Law Attorney, and Brigade Judge Advocate. Earlier in his career, he served as an infantryman and paralegal, including two combat deployments to Iraq. Andrew earned an L.L.M. in Military Law from The Judge Advocate General's Legal Center and School in 2024 and a J.D. from George Mason University Antonin Scalia Law School in 2015. His experience advising military leaders, handling high-stakes legal matters, and navigating complex litigation brings a disciplined, client-focused perspective to his practice. We are pleased to have Andrew join the firm and look forward to the contributions he will make to our clients and team. Learn more about Andrew at https://www.skofirm.com/attorney/andrew-m-hopkins/.

07/30/2026

Please join us in congratulating SKO's Joe Gabbard on his selection to the Leadership Lexington Class of 2026-2027, a premier leadership development program conducted by Commerce Lexington. Joe is one of 52 professionals chosen from across the Lexington community to participate in the program, which is designed to develop community-minded leaders and provide participants with a deeper understanding of the issues, opportunities, and organizations that shape our region. https://www.commercelexington.com/news/commerce-lexington-announces-48th-leadership-lexington-class?fbclid=IwY2xjawTYNtVleHRuA2FlbQIxMQBicmlkETFGbDZFTkNnZ2drTHR0TlRTc3J0YwZhcHBfaWQQMjIyMDM5MTc4ODIwMDg5MgABHv8MkFO6Kp3NSF4GoSa33A-He1JsUol5muAsETWerOXlO9fuG28KijvnCpya_aem_k8HUOeFL9DuWLsDhJHeHhA

​Since 1979, Commerce Lexington’s Leadership Lexington program presented by Community Trust Bank has been cultivating Lexington leaders, producing more than 1,900 graduates from this impactful...