Amy Catherine Bates

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Amy Catherine Bates

4.3
Rating: 10.0

Licensed for 17 years

Divorce and separation Lawyer at Clarksville, TN
Practice Areas: Divorce & Separation, Child Custody, Bankruptcy & Debt ... +2 more

412 Franklin St, Clarksville, TN

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About Amy

Biography

Fighting For Best Case Results. We Want To Hear From You.

Practice Areas

5

Practice Areas

Divorce and Separation 35%

16 years | 100 cases

35%
Bankruptcy and Debt 20%

20%
Child Custody 20%

16 years | 150 cases

20%
Adoption 15%

16 years | 20 cases

15%
Personal Injury 10%

16 years | 30 cases

10%

Fees and Rates

Cost

Free Consultation

$0 first 30 minutes


Payment Methods

  • Cash
  • Check
  • Credit Card

Awards

Client's Choice
Client's Choice
2015

Licenses

Licensed in Kentucky for 10 years

State: Kentucky

Acquired: 2015

Active

No misconduct found

Licensed in Tennessee for 17 years

State: Tennessee

Acquired: 2009

Active

No misconduct found

Location

Mathis, Bates & Klinghard PLLC

412 Franklin St, Clarksville, TN, 37040-3458

mbklegal.com/

Online Presence

Other places you can find Amy online.

Amy Catherine Bates's Reviews

Avvo Review Score

4.3 /5.0

12 Client Reviews

5 star (10)
4 star (0)
3 star (0)
2 star (0)
1 star (2)

Posted by Kevin | January 7, 2026 | Hired Attorney

This review is from a person who hired this attorney.

Family law

Amy is the most professional and focused lawyer I have witnessed. She gives great advice, and is upfront about all that is happening. She also very organized, and did a great job knowing the case inside and out. I was also shocked how quickly correspondence was. She did an amazing job in the court r...oom. She is a fighter.

Posted by anonymous | January 13, 2017 | Hired Attorney

This review is from a person who hired this attorney.

Very Knowledgeable!

Mrs. Bates, Has been awesome to work with. I am a Military member and was transition to a new location during my Divorce. Not once did I ever have to appear for anything and she was always very prompt when returning calls & answering questions I may have had. She helped me win my Divorce battle an...d I will forever be grateful for that!

Posted by Jason | April 15, 2016 | Hired Attorney

This review is from a person who hired this attorney.

fantastic

Amy was always knowledgeable and honest about what we could and could not expect in court. She was the best at returning calls/emails and made us feel like we were important and our questions were important to us.

Posted by T. T. | October 14, 2015 | Hired Attorney

This review is from a person who hired this attorney.

Great Family Attorney

Amy Bates has been a huge help to me during my divorce. She was able to address any concerns that I had. And when there were loose ends concerning the details of my divorce, Ms. Bates worked quickly and diligently to resolve the issue. I am very happy and grateful to have her as a lawyer.

Posted by Sam | October 9, 2015 | Hired Attorney

This review is from a person who hired this attorney.

Professional, punctual, effective

Amy helped me out on a matter that involved both criminal charges and contested divorce proceedings. She met with me several times, at each stage of the proceedings, for each case, and kept me up to speed on what was happening. She (and her office) stayed on top of filing all motions, and kept copies... of all paperwork needed. Her manner was absolutely professional, and really gave me a sense of confidence at a time when I wasn't sure how things would go. That confidence was justified, too. The criminal charges were dismissed, and she kept a lid on what could have been very messy divorce proceedings. I was always able to contact her and get an answer to my questions within a day. Additionally, the contract I signed with her was based on the case, not on time, so I never felt hesitant to ask a question fearing the financial cost. I would definitely recommend Amy Bates, and the Kennedy law firm, to anyone needing legal assistance in Clarksville.

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Amy Catherine Bates's Lawyer Endorsements

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Brian Hill

Divorce and separation lawyer | Jan 05

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Excellent choice for potential clients and has the winning combination of skills required for the persistent and respected attorney."

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Jennifer Steiert

Litigation lawyer | Jan 04

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Ms. Bates is a very knowledgeable and compassionate attorney. It is my pleasure to endorse Ms. Bates."

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Amanda Cocanougher

Divorce and separation lawyer | Dec 30

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer. Amy is an amazing attorney. I enjoy working with her. She zealously advocates for her clients. She is knowledgeable and dedicated to clients and their cases."

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Jacob Mathis

Unknown lawyer | Nov 23

Relationship: Co-worker

"Amy is a dedicated representative for her clients. She works hard to get results."

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Katie Klinghard

Unknown lawyer | Nov 20

Relationship: Co-worker

"Amy is a zealous advocate for her clients. She is diligent and passionate in assisting her clients."

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Jessica Levine

Family lawyer | Oct 26

Relationship: Opposing Counsel on matter

"Amy is great to have as opposing counsel. She is a great advocate for her client, a challenge to be up against, and yet an absolute pleasure to work with. She did a fabulous job for her client while always managing to be kind and courteous towards me. I would welcome the opportunity to work with her again."

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William Poland

Estate planning lawyer

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Steve Girsky

Divorce and separation lawyer

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Jennifer Steiert

Unknown lawyer

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Jenna Foreman

Unknown lawyer

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Katie Klinghard

Unknown lawyer

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Jessica Levine

Divorce and separation lawyer

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Jacob Mathis

Family lawyer

Experience

Rating:  10.0 (Superb)

Honors

2025

Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers

2024

Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers

2023

Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers

2022

Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers

2021

Rising Star, Super Lawyers

2020

Rising Star, Super Lawyers

2019

Rising Star, Super Lawyers

2018

Rising Star, Super Lawyers

2017

Rising Star, Super Lawyers

2016

Lead Counsel Certified for Family Law, Lead Counsel

2016

Rising Star, Super Lawyers

2014

Athletic Hall of Fame Inductee, Sewanee: University of the South

2004

Order of Gownsmen, Sewanee: The University of the South

Work Experience

2015 - Present

Partner, Mathis, Bates & Klinghard PLLC

2010 - 2015

Attorney, The Kennedy Law Firm, PLLC

2007 - 2009

Law Clerk, Ringer Law Firm

Associations

2015 - Present

Montgomery County Bar Association

Vice President

2015 - Present

Kentucky Bar Association

Member

2015 - Present

Christian County Bar Association

Member

2010 - Present

Montgomery County Bar Association

Member

2011 - 2015

Montgomery County Bar Association

Board Member

Sample of Legal Cases

Contested divorce with custody

My client , the husband, was allowed to relocate and was named primary parent of the minor child.

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Education

2009

Mississippi College

JD - Juris Doctor

2004

Sewanee: University of the South

BA

Speaking Engagements

2016

Youth Leadership Clarksville Mock Trial

Juvenile Court Procedure

Publications

Languages

English

Activity

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