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While my first name is William, I have always gone by my middle name, Kyle. I was born and raised in Clarksville, graduated from Rossview High School in 2012, then enrolled at Austin Peay State University shortly thereafter. Early on in my undergraduate career, I developed an interest in political science, and also had my sights set on law school. I graduated with my bachelor's degree in Political Science in 2016, then set a goal of applying for law school. After undergrad, I spent a year studying for and sitting for the Law School Admissions Test. In July of 2018, I packed my bags and told my friends and family goodbye for the first time in my life when I headed to Oklahoma City, Oklahoma to start my three-year legal journey.

People often asked what made me want to uproot my life and move 700 miles away to attend Oklahoma City University School of Law. My short reply is I followed a scholarship. My long answer is I may have been looking for a place to isolate myself to focus on the task before me. Before law school, I developed a functional understanding and extreme passion for the fledgling concepts of cryptocurrency, blockchain technologies, and other digital assets. During school I really began to hone in on the “crypto” space as a whole. I am sure I pleasantly annoyed my professors to no end with questions about ideas and concepts they cared very little about. I really enjoyed my years in Oklahoma. I made a few lifelong friends and a lifetime of memories. However, I figured out fairly quickly that Oklahoma was on the wrong side of the Mississippi to be considered home for me. I knew that I lacked any real desire to practice or stay there after graduation. The age-old saying rang true for me that home is where the heart is, and despite all my efforts, my heart remained in middle Tennessee.

Upon graduation, I returned to Clarksville and was brought on board with John Crow’s firm in August of 2021. After I “conquered” my bar exam and was admitted to the Montgomery County Bar, I became the Counsel for Digital Assets within the firm. I have spent much of my time within the firm honing my probate and estate planning skills. Within these practice areas, I have had the pleasure of carving out a specific skill set revolving around digital assets. These assets are extremely nuanced and require a keen eye for detail when digital assets are being probated through an estate or being incorporated into an estate plan such as a will or a trust. Individuals who own digital assets may not fully comprehend the potential uphill battle their loved ones may face in retrieving their digital assets when they pass away. On the flip side of that, oftentimes when a person passes away owning a digital asset, their loved ones are not well-equipped to articulate the scope of these assets or even explain the basic concepts of these assets and their surrounding technologies. My knowledge and personal endeavors within this asset class have equipped me to assist executors, administrators, and trustees with locating and moving these assets into the appropriate individual’s name or individuals’ names. Further, by virtue of being so entrenched in the digital asset space in my personal life, I’m uniquely situated to offer guidance to digital asset owners looking to navigate the arduous process of creating an estate plan around these assets.

During my tenure with the firm, I have been honored and humbled to meet and serve thecitizens of Clarksville and surrounding areas. I love running into familiar faces who come through the firm’s doors. Whether it is a previous educator of mine, a former neighbor, an individual who served alongside my father in the 160th, or a complete stranger to me, I consider it a distinct pleasure to get to know a little more about everyone who comes through our door. I look forward to serving you and your family with any estate planning or digital asset needs you may have.

R. Todd Hansrote was born and raised in West Virginia. He received his Bachelor of Science Degree in Journalism from West Virginia University in 1988. He was graduated from the University of Memphis, School of Law in 1991. He moved to Clarksville and began practicing law at that time.

Mr. Hansrote handles cases in a variety of legal areas. He routinely handles Personal Injury, Wrongful Death, Automobile and Tractor Trailer Accidents, Contested Family Law matters, DUI, Criminal Offenses (Felony and Misdemeanor), Medical Malpractice, Birth and Nursing Home Negligence, Military and Courts Martial cases in both State and Federal Courts.

Mr. Hansrote has obtained large sums of money for clients who have been injured because of the fault of another. He is available to his clients and strives to keep a professional and a personable relationship with them. Mr. Hansrote provides straight-forward, hard hitting representation for his clients. They come first to him and their satisfaction is his goal.

Richard H. Batson was born in Clarksville, Tennessee, and has continuously practiced with the firm since 1957. After years of practice principally in the area of trial work and the defense of various suits involving bodily injury, products liability, libel and slander law, and commercial law, Mr. Batson presently concentrates in General Business/Corporation Law, Land Development, and Industrial Development areas of the law. His past experience includes organizing and serving as counsel for several non-profit corporations and foundations. Mr. Batson has served as hospital counsel and currently serves as counsel for the Industrial Development Board of the County of Montgomery. He has also worked extensively with several land development companies. Mr. Batson is rated “AV Preeminent” by Martindale-Hubbell, which is the highest peer review rating for professional excellence.

After graduating from Austin Peay State University in 1952, Mr. Batson then received his law degree from Vanderbilt University School of Law in 1954. After receiving his law degree, Mr. Batson served in the United States Army with the 11th Airborne Division and 101st Airborne Division before entering private practice with the firm. He is licensed and admitted to practice in all of the Courts in Tennessee and also in the United States District Court for the Middle District of Tennessee and the United States Sixth Circuit Court of Appeals. Mr. Batson is a member of the Tennessee Bar Association, Montgomery County (Tennessee) Bar Association, and a former member of the International Defense Counsel.

In past years Mr. Batson has served in numerous community organizations and activities including serving as President of the Clarksville-Area Chamber of Commerce, Chairman of the Board of Trustees of the Clarksville Academy, serving on committees of the Tennessee Bar Association and as former Chairman of the Harriett Cohn Mental Health Center. He also served as the first American Red Cross “Bloodmobile” Chairman in Montgomery County and served as a former Chairman of the Clarksville Chapter of the American Red Cross. Mr. Batson served as legal counsel to the first Clarksville-Montgomery County Charter Commission for the Unification of the City and County governments, and he also served as the first Chairman of the Central Business Improvement District, later named the Downtown District Partnership, which was originally formed after the tornado of 1999. He was active in the creation of the Clarksville-Montgomery County Economic Development Council and also the creation of the Clarksville-Montgomery County Tourist Commission. Mr. Batson was one of the four founders of the Austin Peay State University Foundation and has served as a past president of the Foundation where he still serves on its Board of Trustees and Executive Committee. Mr. Batson continues to serve as counsel for Clarksville Volunteer Health, Inc., the successor to Gateway Health System, Inc., and also as counsel for the Clarksville-Montgomery County Community Health Foundation. He has received recognition and awards throughout the past several years from various community organizations, most recently honored by the Museum Guild. In 2020, Mr. Batson was the awarded the Clarksville-Area Chamber of Commerce Lifetime Achievement Award.

Mr. Batson is a member of the Madison Street United Methodist Church, having served on the Staff Parish Relation Committee. He is married and has three children, eight grandchildren and six great-grandchildren.

Though she was raised in Nashville, Suzanne G. Marsh considers Clarksville her hometown, having attended college and spending her entire 30-year professional career here. After graduating from Austin Peay State University, she left her home state and headed due south, enrolling in law school in Alabama at the Cumberland School of Law at Samford University. After graduation, however, she felt compelled to return to her Tennessee roots.

Drawn to Clarksville’s close-knit sense of community and Batson Nolan’s reputation, she began her professional career with the firm in 1992. Suzanne rose through the ranks, becoming partner after 10 years. Now having been with the firm for 30+ years (20 as a partner) and licensed in state and federal courts in Tennessee and Kentucky, she credits her longevity to her love of problem-solving, passion for learning, and the support of her BN colleagues.

“Early in my career with the firm, we had two former Tennessee Bar Association Presidents (F. Evans Harvill and Dan L. Nolan) actively practicing law as partners,” says Suzanne. “Their mentorship and professionalism encouraged me to remain engaged through the peaks and valleys of law practice.”

Focus on Healthcare

Suzanne has a hybrid litigation and transactional practice. She practices in the firm’s Civil Litigation Group, focusing on professional liability (medical/legal/accounting malpractice) defense, licensure and administrative actions, and defending employers in the many overlapping state and federal laws governing the employment relationship and general human resources compliance for governmental entities and small business. In addition to the civil litigation practice, she works with individuals and companies in the formation of partnerships, LLCs, and corporations and in the drafting of documents for the purchase and sale of businesses including dental practices, pizza restaurants, and automotive repair/body shops.

Suzanne’s passion, however, has always been working with healthcare providers. A self-proclaimed science geek, she’s always been drawn to the medical/science field, often reading technical journals or guidelines in her free time and even gathering a small personal collection of medical instruments.

For the first 25 years of her practice, much of her time was dedicated to medical malpractice defense. “Healthcare providers assimilate information rapidly and are accustomed to making decisions in a very abbreviated timeline. Their operating tempo is different.” says Suzanne. “I learn something from them in every interaction.”

Over the last 5 years, her practice has primarily involved working with physicians in professional practice formation and the life cycle of a medical practice or other business. She works with healthcare providers forming new practice groups, bringing in new partners, and planning for the sale or other changes that these businesses face. “I defended health care liability lawsuits for almost 25 years,” says Suzanne. “Much of my work now is a continuation of the professional relationships I have enjoyed with my clients for decades.”

Suzanne is listed as a Tennessee Supreme Court Rule 31 General Civil Litigation Mediator and completed the American Health Lawyers Association arbitration trainings in 2023 to serve as a neutral. She became a member of IADC in 2023 as well.

Suzanne lives in Clarksville with her Border Collie, Ace, who often accompanies her at the office.

The Kennedy Law Firm, PLLC: Serving The People Of Clarksville Since 1995

Combining more than 75 years of legal and professional experience; a wealth of resources and insights; and an unwavering commitment to serving the individuals and families of Clarksville and the surrounding communities, our team at The Kennedy Law Firm, PLLC, is ready to provide you with the representation and support necessary to overcome life's legal challenges.

As a full-service practice, we handle a wide variety of legal issues. By bringing together a large team of lawyers and professional staff, we are well-equipped to quickly, efficiently and successfully resolve even the most complex cases in the following areas:

• Divorce and family law
• Personal injury, including auto accidents
• Medical malpractice
• Workers' compensation
• Insurance claims
• Social Security
• Criminal defense

Perhaps you have been injured in a serious car or truck accident. Or maybe you and your spouse have decided that it's time to consider a divorce. Regardless of the scale or scope of your legal issue, we will surround you with the support and resources to guide you through. At our firm, we have a simple philosophy: to provide compassionate, community-minded service to people facing challenging times. Senior attorney, Kevin C. Kennedy brings an impassioned sense of commitment to our firm. By following attorney Kennedy's example, each of our attorneys and support staff look to provide clear, hands-on services that build strong, lasting relationships.

With three convenient locations throughout Clarksville, we are confident that we can help you obtain the information you need while protecting your rights and interests. We don't just stand with you throughout your immediate legal issues. We are here for your today, tomorrow and farther down the road should you or a loved one require our assistance.

Moving Forward In Hope

At The Kennedy Law Firm, PLLC, we are not your average practice. We have assembled a large, experienced team of attorneys to better provide comprehensive legal services to our clients. When you have a legal issue, whether it's a civil or criminal matter, we are here, ready to protect and advance your interests.

To learn more, contact us at one of our three Clarksville, Tennessee, office locations.

Andrea Rawlings-Goble is a practicing trial attorney and managing partner at Goble Law Firm in Clarksville, Tennessee. She is certified by the Tennessee Supreme Court as a certified legal specialist in the area of Rule 31, Alternative Dispute Resolution. Approximately 50% of her practice is devoted to litigation.

Ms. Rawlings-Goble was admitted to the Tennessee Bar Association in 1994 after receiving her Juris Doctor degree from the ABA-accredited Cumberland School of Law at Samford University in Birmingham, AL. In 1999, she was admitted to the United States District Court for the Middle District, Eastern District and Western District of Tennessee.

Prior to attending law school, she graduated cum laude from Union University in Jackson, TN, with a Bachelor of Science degree in Economics and Finance, where outstanding academic performance earned her placement on the Dean's List. Ms. Rawlings-Goble is an alumna of the Kappa Delta sorority.