Elizabeth Jones McKinney

Elizabeth Jones McKinney

also known as Elizabeth J. McKinney, Beth McKinney

4.7
Rating: 9.7

Licensed for 30 years

Estate planning Lawyer at Bowling Green, KY
Practice Areas: Estate Planning, Probate, Trusts ... +3 more

1101 College St., Bowling Green, KY

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Licenses

Licensed in Kentucky for 30 years

State: Kentucky

Acquired: 1995

Active

No misconduct found

Licensed in Tennessee for 24 years

State: Tennessee

Acquired: 2001

Inactive

No misconduct found

Location

Law Offices of Elizabeth Jones McKinney

1101 College St., Bowling Green, KY, 42101

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Elizabeth Jones McKinney's Reviews

Avvo Review Score

4.7 /5.0

12 Client Reviews

5 star (11)
4 star (0)
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1 star (1)

Posted by anonymous | November 12, 2025 | Consulted Attorney

This review is from a potential client who consulted with this attorney.

No response

Unfortunately, we didn’t have the opportunity to be able to use Ms. McKinney’s services because she never responded when we reached out for assistance.

Posted by Dorothy | June 23, 2022 | Hired Attorney

This review is from a person who hired this attorney.

AWESOME

I was fortunate to have had Beth help me with creating a new deed for my vacation home in Bowling Green so that it could be added to my Family Trust. Her responsiveness was amazing. I highly recommend her to anyone needing assistance with any estate issues. I have never had a better experience w...ith any lawyer. I live in Florida, but I will use Beth again if needed.

Posted by anonymous | December 3, 2018 | Hired Attorney

This review is from a person who hired this attorney.

Review for Beth McKinney

What a joy to work with her! She was kind, considerate and yet very professional. She mentioned possibilities of choice for us to consider at times that were very helpful to us. You have an excellent employee!

Posted by Betty | May 16, 2018 | Hired Attorney

This review is from a person who hired this attorney.

Beth McKinney is a fabulous attorney

Beth prepared estate planning documents for my husband and me. A few years later, he developed Alzheimer's and she made sure everything was in place the way it should be. After his death, she handled the probate of the estate. She was kind, compassionate, knowledgeable, and timely. I would recomm...end her to anyone.

Posted by Mike | May 2, 2018 | Hired Attorney

This review is from a person who hired this attorney.

Beth does great work!

I have worked with Beth for my own planning and have recommended her to others. I have always been very satisfied with Beth’s work.

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Elizabeth Jones McKinney's Lawyer Endorsements

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David Anderson

Probate lawyer | May 02

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"Beth has extensive experience working with both individuals and businesses in estate planning and probate. She's very skilled at helping clients prepare for the future and putting their minds at ease, as well as handling tougher situations. Recommended."

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Leah Morrison

Estate planning lawyer | Nov 16

Relationship: Co-worker

"Estate planning is Beth's forte. Having both an accounting and law background is a great benefit for Beth and her clients. She communicates well with clients. I feel fortunate to work alongside Beth at ELPO."

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Charles English

Estate planning lawyer | Jul 15

Relationship: Co-worker

"Beth is an incredibly competent and conscientious attorney. She knows estate law well and has extensive experience in the field. I recommend her."

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Rebecca Simpson

Estate planning lawyer | Jun 16

Relationship: Co-worker

"We're very fortunate to have an attorney of Beth's caliber in our firm. She is knowledgeable about the law and intuitive with clients, helping them through what can be a very trying, difficult process. I recommend her."

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Nathan Vinson

Estate planning lawyer | Jun 14

Relationship: Co-worker

"Beth's background as an accountant and her compassionate, calm nature make her an ideal attorney to work with grieving families who have experienced the death of a loved one, and with those who are planning for the inevitable. She gives great counsel. Recommended."

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Kurt Maier

Estate planning lawyer | Jun 09

Relationship: Co-worker

"Beth is a real asset to our firm. She works with families who have experienced a death with care and concern, and handles estate planning and business succession planning like a pro. We're glad to have her at ELPO. Recommended."

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Heather Coleman Brooks

Estate planning lawyer | Dec 10

Relationship: Co-worker

"Beth has worked in estate planning for 20 years, and knows this area of the law well. She helps families and business owners plan for the future. We're grateful to have her with the firm."

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Lauren Marley

Estate planning lawyer | Dec 10

Relationship: Co-worker

"Beth's strongest asset is her ability to plan for the future. She works well with business owners who want to prepare for the next phase of their business and with anyone who wants to plan their estates. Recommended."

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Aaron Smith

Estate planning lawyer | Nov 24

Relationship: Co-worker

"Beth is a great choice for helping to prepare your will, trust or other estate documents. She also works with business owners to prepare for the future and handle current problems. Recommended."

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Jon Roby

Estate planning lawyer | Nov 03

Relationship: Co-worker

"Gives her clients peace of mind with strong planning and solid advice."

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D. Penn

Estate planning lawyer | Oct 27

Relationship: Co-worker

"Beth has two decades of experience in estate planning and business law. She walks her clients through the process of planning for the future adeptly. I recommend her."

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Elizabeth Ames

Estate planning lawyer | Oct 22

Relationship: Co-worker

"Beth's education and experience as an accountant is a great asset in her work in estate planning, probate and business law. She helps our clients plan well for the future."

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Jessica Shoulders

Estate planning lawyer | Oct 21

Relationship: Co-worker

"Beth has a lot of experience with estate planning. She has a calm demeanor that, combined with a deep knowledge of estate law, helps alleviate anxiety for clients."

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Robert Young

Estate planning lawyer | Oct 06

Relationship: Co-worker

"Beth is a very competent, knowledgeable attorney concerning estates, wills, probate and business. She has two decades of experience and her clients really benefit from that. I recommend Beth."

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David Anderson

Appeals lawyer

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Lanna Kilgore

Estate planning lawyer

Experience

Rating:  9.7 (Superb)

Honors

2018

AV Preeminent Rated, Martindale-Hubbell

2017

AV Preeminent Rated, Martindale-Hubbell

2016

AV Preeminent Rated, Martindale-Hubbell

2015

AV Preeminent Rated, Martindale-Hubbell

2014

AV Preeminent Rated, Martindale-Hubbell

Work Experience

2015 - Present

Attorney, English, Lucas, Priest & Owsley, LLP

2012 - 2015

Owner and Attorney, Elizabeth J. McKinney, Attorney at Law

2009 - 2012

Attorney, Bell, Orr, Ayers & Moore P.S.C.

2001 - 2009

Partner, Wyatt Tarrant & Combs

Associations

2015 - Present

Southern Kentucky Estate Planning Council

1995 - Present

Kentucky Bar Association

Bowling Green-Warren County Bar Association

Education

1995

University of Kentucky College of Law

J.D.,

1985

Western Kentucky University

B.S.,

Publications

2015

Kentucky Estate, Probate and Tax Law blog Five hard questions to ask yourself about your estate executor

2015

Kentucky estate, probate and tax law blog Change beneficiaries on your accounts when you change your will

2015

Kentucky estate, probate and tax law blog Choosing a potential guardian for your children in your will

Languages

English

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