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Mr. Mathis is a founding partner of Mathis, Bates and Klinghard PLLC and a proud father of two. He has extensive experience in the areas of family law, civil litigation, criminal law, and personal injury. Mr. Mathis has reputable trial and litigation experience and represents business entities and individuals in a wide array of legal matters in both Tennessee and Kentucky.
Mr. Mathis graduated from Capital University Law School with honors in 2007. While in law school he worked for two years learning the world of insurance defense while clerking for the Cincinnati Insurance Company. His time there gave him an insiders understanding of how insurance companies defend personal injury claims. This knowledge has helped Mr. Mathis settle millions of dollars of claims for his clients as a result of injuries incurred in various motor vehicle accidents.
Mr. Mathis was also fortunate to clerk for the Honorable Justice Evelyn Lundberg Stratton on the Supreme Court of Ohio. Working directly with a state Supreme Court Justice gave him the opportunity to see the legal process from the perspective of the Court and thereby learn more about how judge’s view cases and how best to formulate arguments that will be effective in persuading them.
Upon graduation Mr. Mathis moved to Tennessee and began working for the Kennedy Law Firm where his practice was focused on litigation, specifically family law, personal injury, criminal defense, collection actions, and general civil litigation. In his eight years with the firm Mr. Mathis handled thousands of cases including countless contested hearings and trials.
Ready to bring a more personal, client centered, and cost effective approach to his practice, he and three other attorneys decided to open Mathis, Bates and Klinghard PLLC. Mr. Mathis is a member of the Montgomery County Bar Association where he served as President of the organization in 2015, as well as, the Kentucky Bar Association.
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Mathis, Bates & Klinghard PLLC
412 Franklin Street
Clarksville, TN, 37040
State | Status | Acquired | Updated |
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KY | Authorized to practice law | 2012 | 12/09/2020 |
TN | Active | 2007 | 12/15/2020 |
Legal answers | 5 |
Legal guides | 0 |
Award name | Grantor | Date granted |
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Peer Review Rated | Martindale-Hubbell | 2016 |
Mediation concentration certification | Capital University Law School | 2007 |
Title | Company name | Duration |
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Partner | Mathis, Bates & Klinghard PLLC | 2015 - Present |
Associate Attorney | Kennedy Law Firm | 2007 - 2015 |
Law clerk | Crabbe, Brown & James | 2006 - 2007 |
Law clerk | Ohio Supreme Court | 2006 - 2007 |
Law clerk | Cincinnati Insurance Company | 2004 - 2006 |
Association name | Position name | Duration |
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Tennessee Walking Horse Breeders and Exhibitors Association | General Counsel | 2013 - Present |
Tennessee Bar Association | Member | N/A |
Montgomery County Bar Association | President | 2014 - 2015 |
Montgomery County Bar Association | Treasurer | 2014 - 2014 |
Tennessee Bar Association, Young Lawyers Division | Board Member | 2014 - 2015 |
American Bar Association | Member | 2008 - 2016 |
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School name | Degree | Graduated |
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Capital University Law School | JD - Juris Doctor | 2007 |
Murray State University | BS - Bachelor of Science | 2003 |
Conference name | Title | Date |
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Planning for the Future | Wills and Estate Planning | 2013 |
Case name | Outcome |
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Custody dispute | Parenting plan modified for dad |
Wrongful Death | settled |
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Ryan McFarland, Family Attorney on Dec 1, 2017
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I endorse this lawyer. I have known Jacob to be a very honest, hardworking, and knowledgeable attorney who is very effective.
Without hesitation, I endorse this lawyer. Jacob is a true asset to our legal community. He has established a reputation for being approachable, practical, well-organized, highly skilled, and talented. He has passion for his clients, and the experience to zealously advocate for them. He contributes to our legal community with the highest of standards.
John Crow, Family Attorney on Sep 15, 2016
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Jacob has always been one of my favorite attorneys to work with in town. He is intelligent, really cares for his clients, and is always well prepared when going into court. I consistently recommend Jacob when they have substantial family law issues.
Jacob Fendley, Family Attorney on Jan 12, 2016
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I have known Jacob Mathis for several years and can say he is a very effective attorney who works hard to get the desired results for his clients. It's always a pleasure to work with Mr. Mathis. I endorse this lawyer.
Brian Hill, Personal injury Attorney on Jan 5, 2016
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I endorse this seasoned and well respected lawyer.
Steve Girsky, Family Attorney on Jan 5, 2016
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I endorse this lawyer. Jacob is a talented lawyer that pushes his cases hard and always looks out after his clients best interests.
Jennifer Steiert, Family Attorney on Jan 4, 2016
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Jacob is a dedicated and knowledgeable attorney and is a wonderful asset to our local bar.
Katie Klinghard, General practice Attorney on Jan 2, 2016
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Jacob is an experienced and dedicated attorney. He is trustworthy and hard-working.
Justin Sensing, Family Attorney on Dec 31, 2015
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Jacob is a dedicated and effective attorney. He has always been a pleasure to work with, and I have always respected his professionalism both in and out of the courtroom.
Tracy Knight, Divorce and separation Attorney on Dec 30, 2015
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I endorse this lawyer.
Amanda Cocanougher, General practice Attorney on Dec 30, 2015
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I endorse this lawyer. Mr. Mathis is highly sophisticated and dedicated attorney with a great reputation in the legal community.
Wayne Hibbeler, Family Attorney on Dec 30, 2015
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I endorse this lawyer.
Amy Bates, Family Attorney on Oct 12, 2015
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I endorse this lawyer. He is highly skilled in family and custody matters in both Tennessee and Kentucky.
Michael Waddington, Criminal defense Attorney on Jun 7, 2014
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I endorse Jacob. He is a highly skilled attorney that is well respected in the legal community.
Lori Lott, Family Attorney on Feb 7, 2014
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Jacob is a great advocate for his clients and is very knowledgeable about many areas of the law.