Kentucky’s Top Civil & Criminal Litigation Attorneys

Coy, Gilbert, Shepherd & Wilson has been serving the needs of clients in Madison County, Central, and Eastern Kentucky since 1969. We are a well-established and respected law firm. Our main office is the former residence of Nathan B. Deatherage, Jr., a four term Sheriff of Madison County. This main office is located at 212 North Second Street in Richmond, Kentucky. The firm also maintains an office in Beattyville, Kentucky at 203 Main Street.

The firm was founded by Charles R. Coy and his brother, John M. Coy in 1969. Then, in 1981, the Coys were joined in the practice by James T. Gilbert and his brother, Jerry W. Gilbert. John Coy was subsequently elected judge and later served for many years as Chairman of the Kentucky Parole Board. For many years, the firm was known as Coy, Gilbert & Gilbert.

Mark A. Shepherd joined the firm in 1991 and, following Charles Coy’s retirement, Jason S. Wilson joined in 2004. Robert L. Russell, former Madison County Attorney (1986-1999) is of counsel. Beverly Brewer joined in 2017. Collectively, the lawyers at Coy, Gilbert, Shepherd & Wilson have over 150 years of experience helping people, a legacy that continues today.

Testimonials

"Thank you so much for your help during a really bad time after my husband's death in a motorcycle accident. Your hard work and attention to detail resulted in a very good settlement, and your compassion made the process so much easier. I appreciate everything you did for me and my daughters"
Susan Reed
"The tenacity and persistence you displayed in our case was impressive, and the trial preparation obviously paid off in the great verdict we won. You and your staff are true professionals."
Ray & Tammy Powell
"Thank you for your excellent services in making my health insurance company pay for my needed medical treatment after it refused to do so. You and your staff did everything in a very professional and timely manner, and made me feel just like family."
David W. Powell