Embry Merritt Womack Nance, PLLC

09/30/2026

🎉 EMWN Law is so very pleased to announce that Ms. Caroline Shutt has passed the bar exam!

We are beyond proud of her and know that she will make an excellent attorney. Congratulations, Caroline!

09/21/2026

Did you know less than 5% of civil lawsuits actually go to trial? 👨‍⚖️

Most legal disputes are resolved through litigation, but that doesn't always mean a courtroom showdown. Our new blog post walks through how litigation really works, from the first complaint filed to settlement, and why it's still such an important part of resolving disputes.

Curious how it all works? Check it out here: https://www.emwnlaw.com/post/lexington-ky-lawyers-litigation

09/14/2026

Join EMWN Law Associate Attorney Jay Phillips this Thursday, September 17th for the Fine Print of Fundraising session with Keyhorse Capital.

Register using the link below to learn more about common investment vehicles, key terms to know, and the questions that founders should be asking along the way.

Resister here: https://luma.com/6bq0wb15

09/03/2026

Congratulations to EMWN Law Member Stephanie Campbell on 7 years with our firm!

Ms. Campbell focuses her practice on litigation as well as family law. She represents clients in the following areas of family law: uncontested and complex divorce actions, post-divorce matters, custody, paternity, visitation and timesharing, child support, grandparent visitation, and domestic violence. Stephanie is also skilled in the negotiation and litigation of pre- and post-nuptial agreements.

Congratulations and thank you for all your hard work, Stephanie!

09/02/2026

⚖ Attorney Spotlight:

Jim Fenwick leads EMWN's workers' compensation practice and also manages a thriving probate caseload, bringing with him decades of legal experience since joining our team in 2018.

Jim has argued and won workers' compensation cases before the Kentucky Supreme Court and served on argument teams. Over the years, he's handled countless depositions, hearings, and appeals before the Workers' Compensation Board and Kentucky's appellate courts, and he brings deep experience in federal and state black lung defense.

Thank you, Jim, for your unwavering commitment to our clients and community. We're lucky to have you!

08/26/2026

Congratulations to EMWN Law Associate Rece Carter on 2 years with our Firm!

Mr. Carter focuses his practice on Commercial Real Estate matters, helping clients across the Commonwealth with their real estate needs. A Paducah, Kentucky native and University of Kentucky J. David Rosenberg College of Law graduate, Rece brings strong academic training in real estate, taxation, and estate planning to his work. EMWN Law is very proud of his contributions and of this milestone!

Congratulations, Rece!

08/21/2026

EMWN Law is pleased to share that four of our attorneys have been recognized in the 2027 edition of Best Lawyers: Ones to Watch!

We are incredibly proud of this group, and we can't wait to see how much they accomplish.

Congratulations to you all!

08/20/2026

We are proud to share that six of our wonderful attorneys were recognized in the 2027 edition of The Best Lawyers in America!

We would like to commend their hard work and dedication to serving their clients and their communities.

Congratulations to you all!

08/18/2026

🚌📚 It's back-to-school season in Kentucky, and this year, the rules have changed more than usual...

From bus cameras to cellphone bans to major changes in school discipline and accountability, 2026 has brought some of the biggest education law changes Kentucky has seen in years. Parents and educators, this one's worth a read before the first bell rings.

👉 Check out our latest blog to see what's new and what it means for your family: https://www.emwnlaw.com/post/lexington-ky-lawyers-kentucky-education-law

Learn how Kentucky education laws affect families, educators, and school districts in 2026. See how Lexington KY lawyers at EMWN can help.

08/17/2026

EMWN Law would like to welcome the newest member of our team, Caroline Shutt!

Ms. Shutt will be joining our estate planning practice group, and we cannot wait to see the excellence she brings to our Firm!

Welcome, Caroline!