D. Gaines Penn

D. Gaines Penn

also known as Gaines Penn

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Rating: 9.8

Licensed for 38 years

Business Lawyer at Bowling Green, KY
Practice Areas: Business, Employment & Labor, Workers Compensation

English, Lucas, Priest & Owsley, LLP, 1101 College St., Bowling Green, KY

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Licenses

Licensed in Kentucky for 38 years

State: Kentucky

Acquired: 1987

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Location

Law Offices of D. Gaines Penn

English, Lucas, Priest & Owsley, LLP, 1101 College St., Bowling Green, KY, 42101

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Aaron Smith

Business lawyer | Apr 26

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"Gaines advises many businesses and provides solid, steady counsel. He's been involved with many organizations in our area and does an excellent job of helping them navigate difficult circumstances. Recommended."

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Regina Jackson

Business lawyer | Apr 13

Relationship: Co-worker

"Gaines is deeply rooted in our community and has been a wonderful representative for our firm in Bowling Green and beyond. He is an accomplished employment and business law attorney. His clients are lucky to have him on their side. Recommended."

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Joseph Brown

Business lawyer | Nov 28

Relationship: Co-worker

"Gaines is a community leader and is well-respected for his steady hand in guiding organizations. He applies that same strength and wisdom to his work for his clients. I recommend him."

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Charles English

Business lawyer | Jul 15

Relationship: Co-worker

"Gaines has given much of his personal time to helping build the local business community. It pairs well with his work in employment and business law. He understands South Central Kentucky and the particular business needs here. I recommend Gaines."

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Jessica Shoulders

Business lawyer | Jun 23

Relationship: Co-worker

"Gaines has worked intensely with many area business leaders and does a commendable job of keeping up with changes in the law and regulations that affect how businesses operate. Recommended."

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Nathan Vinson

Business lawyer | Jun 14

Relationship: Co-worker

"Gaines is well-known in the business community for giving solid advice and counsel to his clients. He has extensive experience in all aspects of the law. He keeps abreast on the latest changes in and works to make sure his clients are prepared. Recommended."

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Kurt Maier

Employment and labor lawyer | Jun 09

Relationship: Co-worker

"Gaines is known well for his work in business law. He's built his career on giving advice to corporations, entrepreneurs and many others engaged in business who need advice that is balanced with common sense. Recommended."

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Rebecca Simpson

Business lawyer | May 18

Relationship: Co-worker

"Business law is Gaines' field, and he's very good at it. He knows it well and works extensively with his clients to help them make good business decisions. I recommend him."

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Heather Coleman Brooks

Business lawyer | Dec 10

Relationship: Co-worker

"Business law has become an area of strength for our firm, and Gaines is one of the reasons for this. He frequently works with businesses in the area of employment law. He serves his clients with skill and knowledge."

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Lauren Marley

Business lawyer | Dec 10

Relationship: Co-worker

"We are all grateful for the community connections Gaines has brought to the firm and for his work representing clients. His work with the Chamber and other similar organizations gives him a strong knowledge of how businesses operate and what business owners need. It's very helpful. Recommended."

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Robert Young

Business lawyer | Nov 06

Relationship: Co-worker

"Gaines knows employment law well and works with business owners to ensure they're following the law and providing the best environment possible for their employees."

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Jon Roby

Business lawyer | Nov 03

Relationship: Co-worker

"Well-connected advocate for our business clients with an emphasis on small and large business owners dealing with employment related issues."

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Elizabeth Ames

Business lawyer | Oct 28

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"Gaines has worked extensively in the field of business law, including human resources, which is ever-changing. He's always up-to-date and works hard to help our clients stay current."

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Experience

Rating:  9.8 (Superb)

Honors

2014

Volunteer of the Year, Bowling Green Area Chamber of Commerce

Work Experience

2016 - Present

Partner, English, Lucas, Priest and Owsley, LLP

2012 - 2016

Managing Partner, English, Lucas, Priest & Owsley, LLP

1996 - 2012

Partner, English, Lucas, Priest and Owsley, LLP

1989 - 1996

Associate, English, Lucas, Priest and Owsley, LLP

1987 - 1989

Judicial Law Clerk, U.S. District Court Judge Edward H. Johnstone, Western District of Kentucky

Associations

2018 - Present

Society for Human Resource Management

Senior Certified Professional

1987 - Present

American Bar Association

Member

1987 - Present

Kentucky Bar Association

Member

1987 - Present

Bowling Green-Warren County Bar Association

Past president, member

Education

1987

University of Kentucky College of Law

JD - Juris Doctor

1984

Centre College

BA - Bachelor of Arts

Speaking Engagements

2018

Southern Kentucky Society for Human Resource Management Monthly Meeting The Interplay Between Workers’ Compensation, FMLA, and the ADA.

2018

Sharpening Your Tools for your HR Toolbox Handbooks: Do's and Don'ts

2015

Bowling Green Area Chamber of Commerce breakfast meeting Your Employee Handbook: the Latest Recommended Updates

2014

Kentucky Society of Human Resource Management annual conference Surviving the Bermuda Triangle: The Interplay Between ADA, FMLA, and GINA

2013

Kentucky Society of Human Resource Management annual conference Surviving the Bermuda Triangle: The Interplay Between ADA, FMLA, and GINA

2013

Bowling Green Area Chamber of Commerce Annual Dinner Building talent, leading innovation

2012

Bowling Green Area Chamber of Commerce annual dinner Building talent, leading innovation

2012

Barren County Human Resources Professionals

U.S. Supreme Court Case Update

2011

Transpark Groundbreaking Economic Development at the Transpark

2011

Barren County Human Resource Group

Developments in Human Resource Law

2009

Kentucky Association of Electrical Cooperatives Annual Conference

Understanding the Employee Free Choice Act

Languages

English

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