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Lee C Yates, Business Attorney in Elizabethtown, Kentucky

Over 21 years of legal practice · focused on Business, Class Action, and Consumer · 3.0/5 rating from 1 verified client review

Elizabethtown, KY

Practicing business in Elizabethtown since 2005.

21+
Years practicing
3.0 ★
1 client review
9
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Lee C Yates is an attorney based in Elizabethtown, KY. The practice focuses on Business, Class Action, and Consumer. Lee has over 21 years of legal experience. Rated 3.0 out of 5 from 1 client review.

Based in
Elizabethtown, KY
Experience
over 21 years
Known for
Business · Class Action · Consumer
  • Handles Business, Class Action, and Consumer matters from Elizabethtown, KY.
  • Over 21 years of practice as a licensed attorney.
  • Recognized with Peer Reviewed.

About Lee C Yates: Lee C Yates is an attorney based in Elizabethtown, KY. The practice focuses on Business, Class Action, and Consumer. Lee has over 21 years of legal experience. Rated 3.0 out of 5 from 1 client review.

Areas of practice

Legal matters Lee takes on

Lee concentrates on business, class action, consumer, insurance, and litigation. Each area below outlines the kind of case Lee handles, typical outcomes to expect, and how the intake process starts.

Business cases in Elizabethtown, Kentucky

Lee takes business matters in Elizabethtown, Kentucky. Typical engagements include intake calls to scope the issue, review of any records or filings you already have, and a written strategy memo before Lee agrees to represent you.

Class Action cases in Elizabethtown, Kentucky

Lee takes class action matters in Elizabethtown, Kentucky. Typical engagements include intake calls to scope the issue, review of any records or filings you already have, and a written strategy memo before Lee agrees to represent you.

Consumer cases in Elizabethtown, Kentucky

Lee takes consumer matters in Elizabethtown, Kentucky. Typical engagements include intake calls to scope the issue, review of any records or filings you already have, and a written strategy memo before Lee agrees to represent you.

Insurance cases in Elizabethtown, Kentucky

Lee takes insurance matters in Elizabethtown, Kentucky. Typical engagements include intake calls to scope the issue, review of any records or filings you already have, and a written strategy memo before Lee agrees to represent you.

Litigation cases in Elizabethtown, Kentucky

Lee takes litigation matters in Elizabethtown, Kentucky. Typical engagements include intake calls to scope the issue, review of any records or filings you already have, and a written strategy memo before Lee agrees to represent you.

Biography

Meet Lee C Yates — business lawyer in Elizabethtown

Lee C Yates is an attorney based in Elizabethtown, KY. The practice focuses on Business, Class Action, and Consumer. Lee has over 21 years of legal experience. Rated 3.0 out of 5 from 1 client review.

Lee C Yates is a lawyer practicing insurance defense, commercial litigation, personal injury and 3 other areas of law. Lee received a B.A. degree from Saint Mary's College at Notre Dame, and has been licensed for 21 years. Lee practices in Elizabethtown, KY.

Working with Lee on a business matter

Lee C Yates is a lawyer practicing insurance defense, commercial litigation, personal injury and 3 other areas of law. Lee received a B.A. degree from Saint Mary's College at Notre Dame, and has been licensed for 21 years. Lee practices in Elizabethtown, KY.

Clients Lee works with

Lee reviews new inquiries case-by-case for business, class action, and consumer matters in Elizabethtown and the surrounding Kentucky area.

Credentials

Education, bar admissions, and languages

  • Thomas M. Cooley Law School J.D.

  • Saint Mary's College at Notre Dame B.A.

Jurisdictions

Lee's state bar admissions

  • U.S. District Court,

    2009 · ACTIVE

  • U.S. District Court,

    2009 · ACTIVE

  • U.S. District Court,

    2007 · ACTIVE

  • Kentucky

    2007 · ACTIVE

  • District of Columbia

    2006 · ACTIVE

  • Minnesota

    2006 · ACTIVE

  • U.S. District Court,

    2006 · ACTIVE

  • Illinois

    2005 · ACTIVE

  • U.S. District Court,

    2005 · ACTIVE

Lee studied at — in Thomas M. Cooley Law School J.D. and — in Saint Mary's College at Notre Dame B.A..

Law school and academic background

Lee completed — in Thomas M. Cooley Law School J.D. and — in Saint Mary's College at Notre Dame B.A.. Formal legal training is one signal of substantive knowledge — the day-to-day practice Lee runs in Kentucky is where that training gets applied to real client questions.

Recognition

Recognition and thought leadership

Lee has received 1 formal recognition from bar associations, industry bodies, and peer-review services.

  • Peer Reviewed

Legal awards and honors

Peer Reviewed.

Affiliations

Lee's professional memberships and bar associations

  • American Bar Association Kentucky Bar Association Hardin County Bar Association

    membership

Locations

Lee C Yates's office in Elizabethtown

Lee's primary office is at 2411 Ring Rd Ste 102, Elizabethtown, KY, 42701-5930. In-person meetings are by appointment; a phone intake usually comes first.

Main office

2411 Ring Rd Ste 102

Elizabethtown, KY 42701-5930

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Client feedback

Client reviews of Lee C Yates — 3.0/5 rating from 1 verified client review

Every review below is from a verified client of Lee. Reviews cover communication, case outcome, and value — the three signals that matter most when comparing business attorneys in Elizabethtown.

3.0

1 client review

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Hiring guide

How to hire Lee C Yates — what to expect in your first consultation

Working with a new business attorney should feel structured. Here's how the first two conversations with Lee usually go, from the moment you request a consult to the day representation begins.

Consultation formats and pricing

Lee charges for the initial consult. That fee is credited toward representation if you retain Lee's office.

What to bring to your first meeting

Bring any documents you already have — police reports, medical records, filed pleadings, correspondence from an insurer, a copy of the contract at issue. If you're not sure, err on the side of bringing everything; Lee will tell you what matters and what doesn't.

Questions to ask a business attorney in Elizabethtown, Kentucky

A short list to run through before you commit: How many business matters have you handled in the last year? What's your fee structure? Who else in the office will work on this? What's your realistic estimate of timeline and range of outcomes? How do I reach you between meetings?

Fees & payment

Fees, payment methods, and consultation options for Lee

Lee discusses fees during intake so the arrangement fits the matter. Contingency, hourly, and flat-fee options are all common in business practice — ask which fits.

Hourly rates, contingency fees, and flat-fee options

Every business matter is priced differently. Simple document review might be a flat fee. Injury litigation is often contingency. Complex commercial disputes usually run hourly with a retainer. Lee confirms the model in the engagement letter before any work starts.

Payment methods and payment plans

Lee's office accepts standard payment methods. Ask about payment plans if the retainer is a stretch — many business practices work with clients on structured schedules.

Frequently asked

Frequently asked questions about Lee C Yates

  • How much does it cost to hire Lee for a business case?

    Cost depends on the type of matter, the fee model (contingency, flat, hourly), and how contested the case becomes. Lee walks through the likely range during the consult so there are no surprises.

  • Does Lee offer a free consultation?

    Lee charges for the initial consult; that fee is credited toward representation if you retain Lee's office. Some business attorneys offer free consults — check Lee's current terms during booking.

  • How long do business cases in Kentucky typically take?

    Simple business matters can wrap in a few weeks; disputed cases can run 6–18 months from intake to resolution, longer if the matter goes to trial. Lee gives a realistic estimate for your facts at the consult — vague answers here are a red flag.

  • Can Lee take my case if I'm outside Elizabethtown?

    Lee is licensed in Kentucky. Matters governed by Kentucky law are the natural fit. Out-of-state matters are handled case-by-case, sometimes with local co-counsel. Ask during intake — Lee will tell you if the case is a fit or refer you to someone closer to your court.

  • What should I bring to my first meeting with Lee?

    Bring every document that touches the dispute: contracts, correspondence, police or medical reports, filed pleadings, invoices, photographs, insurance letters. Also bring a written timeline of what happened, in your own words. Lee will filter what matters — over-preparing at intake is always cheaper than needing a second meeting.

  • Is Lee accepting new business clients right now?

    Lee's intake status shifts week to week. Submit the form; the office will confirm availability or refer the matter out.

Areas served

Business attorneys serving Elizabethtown, Louisville and Lexington in Kentucky

Lee handles business matters throughout Kentucky. Each city below is a direct link into the search page for verified business attorneys in that community.

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