Stephanie L. McGehee-Shacklette - Bowling Green, KY
Attorney at McGehee & Gerughty Law Firm
Estate Planning Lawyers in Bowling Green, KY
996 Wilkinson Trace Suite B-1 Bowling Green, KY 42103
Bowling Green Estate Planning Lawyer
Updated: 03/02/2026
Areas of Practice
- Estate Planning
- Probate
- Elder Law
- Business Representation
- Collections
Attorney Information
Overview
Stephanie McGehee-Shacklette is an experienced attorney specializing in estate planning, elder law, business representation, and creditor representation. She is an AV-rated lawyer by Martindale-Hubbell, a distinction that reflects the high ethical standards and legal expertise recognized by her peers. Stephanie also holds the distinguished title of Fellow in the American College of Trust and Estate Counsel (ACTEC), an honor recognizing the top estate planning and trust lawyers in the country. Stephanie has built a reputation as a trusted advisor in her field and is known for providing strategic counsel to individuals, families, and businesses across Kentucky.
Since July 1, 2023, Stephanie has served on the Board of Governors of the Kentucky Bar Association, representing the 2nd Supreme Court District. She is dedicated to advancing the legal profession and advocating for the interests of Kentucky attorneys and their clients.
She has held leadership roles in several professional organizations, including serving as the former chair of the South Central Kentucky Estate Planning Council. In addition to her professional work, Stephanie has received numerous accolades for her commitment to public service. She is the recipient of the Gwyneth B. Davis Outstanding Public Service Award and the Pro Bono Public Award from the Warren County Lawyers Care Program for her significant pro bono contributions to the community.
Stephanie has made substantial contributions to legal education, having served on the Planning Committee of the UK/CLE Midwest-Midsouth Estate Planning Institute since 2019. This prestigious, two-day event is the longest-running annual CLE in Kentucky. She is also a sought-after speaker at continuing education events, where she shares her expertise in estate planning, business succession, and trust administration.
Stephanie’s broad expertise and commitment to the legal community and her clients make her a trusted professional in her field. Whether advising clients on estate planning or guiding legal professionals through complex issues, Stephanie’s leadership and contributions continue to make a lasting impact on the legal profession in Kentucky and beyond.
Awards and Honors
Honors
- Fellow, The American College of Trust and Estate Counsel (ACTEC)
- Martindale-Hubbell AV Preeminent Peer Review Rated
- Kentucky Bar Association Leadership Conference, 2018
- Kentucky Bar Association Continuing Legal Education Award (2003-2009, 2012-2013, 2017-2024)
- Gwyneth B. Davis Outstanding Public Service Award, 2006
- Pro Bono Public Award, Warren County Lawyers Care Program, 2005
Education
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Legal Education
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University of Kentucky College of Law,
Lexington,
Kentucky, 2000
J.D.
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University of Kentucky College of Law,
Lexington,
Kentucky, 2000
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Non Legal Education
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University of Kentucky,
Lexington,
Kentucky, 1997
B.A.
Honors: NA
Honors: Magna Cum Laude; Phi Beta Kappa
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University of Kentucky,
Lexington,
Kentucky, 1997
Current Employment Position(s)
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Attorney, Managing Partner
Classes and Seminars
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"Trust Administration and the Drafter’s Intent," UK/CLE Midwest-Midsouth Estate Planning Institute, Lexington, Kentucky, July 2023
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“60 Estate Planning Tips in 60 Minutes," UK/CLE Midwest-Midsouth Estate Planning Institute, Lexington, Kentucky, July 2022
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"Building Successful Business Succession Plans," University of Louisville Brandeis School of Law Estate Planning Institute, Virtual, June 2022
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“Administering a Decedent’s Business Interests," American College of Trust and Estate Counsel Southern Region Meeting, Gulf Shores, Alabama, May 2022
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"Administering a Kentucky Decedent’s Business Interests," UK/CLE Midwest-Midsouth Estate Planning Institute, Lexington, Kentucky, July 2022
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"What Lawyers Need to Know about Business Interests," University of Louisville Brandeis School of Law Estate Planning Institute, Virtual, June 2021
- “Fiduciary Responsibility: For Lawyers and Individuals," Owensboro, Kentucky, Kentucky Bar Convention, Kentucky Bar Association, June 2017
Pro Bono Activities
- Kentucky Bar Association, Board of Governors, 2nd Supreme Court District, 2023-Present
- Kentucky Bar Foundation, Director, 2019–Present
- UK/CLE Midwest-Midsouth Estate Planning Institute, Planning Committee Member, 2018-Present
- Lawyers Care Volunteer Attorney Program, Volunteer Attorney
Published Works
Articles
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Kentucky Intestacy Law Monograph, Second Edition (2022), Co-Author, published by the University of Kentucky Office of Continuing Legal Education (UK/CLE)
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Kentucky Estate Planning Handbook, Fifth Edition (2023), Co-Author, published by the University of Kentucky Office of Continuing Legal Education (UK/CLE)
Bar Admissions
- Kentucky, 2000
- U.S. District Court Western District of Kentucky, 2000
- U.S. District Court Eastern District of Kentucky, 2002
Other Affiliations
- Kentucky Bar Association, Probate, and Trust, Elder Law, & Taxation Law Section
- American Bar Association, Real Property, Probate and Trust, Taxation, and Law Practice Management Sections
- Bowling Green-Warren County Bar Association
- Southern Kentucky Estate Planning Council,
- National Association of Elder Law Attorneys (NAELA)
Fraternities and Sororities
- Phi Beta Kappa
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Contact
996 Wilkinson Trace
Suite B-1
Bowling Green, KY 42103
Phone: 270-495-0647
Fax: 270-842-5437
Email: Send a message
Website: https://www.mglawpllc.com
Hours: Monday – Friday: 8:00 am - 5:00 pm, Saturday & Sunday: Closed
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