Clay Ratley is an experienced attorney based in Leitchfield, Kentucky, specializing in criminal defense, Accidents & Injuries, and Family Law. A former prosecutor and seasoned litigator, he has handled thousands of cases across the state, including felony assaults, serious personal injury claims, DUIs and custody matters. His unique perspective on how prosecutors pursue cases helps him craft effective strategies for clients in challenging legal situations.

His reputation centers on bold, aggressive advocacy and a proven track record of courtroom success. He has defended or prosecuted thousands of cases, and his approach is to take cases all the way to trial when necessary. This proven track record demonstrates his ability to secure favorable outcomes through decisive courtroom advocacy and strategic negotiation.

Clients benefit from a client focused service approach that emphasizes accessibility, clear communication and compassionate guidance. He offers a free consultation, responds promptly to inquiries, and makes every effort to keep clients informed as their cases progress, with a focus on protecting what matters most to them in and out of court.

About Clay Ratley-Attorney at Law

Founded in 2001

1 person in their team


Practice areas
Criminal Defense
Accidents & Injuries
Family

Languages spoken
English

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Practice areas

Criminal Defense

As a former prosecutor and seasoned litigator, he defends individuals charged with offenses including drug, sex, theft, assault, homicide, firearm offenses and DUI, and he aims to take cases all the way to trial when needed to secure the best possible outcome.

Arrests & Searches
Bail Bond Service
Criminal Litigation
Drug Crime
Drunk Driving
DUI & DWI
Juvenile Law
Sex Crime
Speeding & Traffic Ticket
White Collar Crime
Extradition

Accidents & Injuries

In Accidents & Injuries cases, he focuses on personal injury and wrongful death matters, using twenty years of experience in court and negotiations to pursue maximum compensation for clients; his track record includes car wrecks, premises liability and wrongful death settlements.

Animal & Dog Injury
Assault & Battery
Birth Injury
Brain Injury
Car Accident
Construction Accident
Dangerous Product
Defamation
Drugs & Medical Devices
Medical Malpractice
Motor Vehicle Defect
Motorcycle Accident
Personal Injury
Premises Liability
Property Damage
Sexual Abuse
Toxic Mold
Toxic Tort
Travel Accident
Truck Accident
Work Injury
Workers Compensation
Wrongful Death

Family

Family law services cover divorce, custody and adoption, with a focus on guiding clients through contested issues and protecting what matters most. He is a seasoned litigator who advocates for clients in court, and currently concentrates on uncontested custody and divorce matters to provide efficient, cost effective solutions.

Adoption
Child Abuse
Child Custody
Child Support
Child Visitation
Collaborative Law
Divorce & Separation
Domestic Violence
Father's Rights
Marriage
Military Divorce
Same Sex & LGBT
Annulment