Lawby_StephenMcginnis

Lawby_StephenMcginnis If you didn’t hire me, you’re gonna wish you had.

04/21/2026

ATVs on the road…

Legal? Illegal?

It’s not as simple as people think.

03/27/2026

“Quick claim” deed?

It’s actually quitclaim — and it’s the one that offers the least protection.

There are three main types of deeds in Kentucky, and they’re not all created equal.

Before you sign anything involving property, make sure you know what you’re agreeing to.

👉 Questions? Let’s talk.
📞 Call or text 606-922-8077

03/23/2026

Most people have heard of a prenup.
Fewer people know what a postnuptial agreement is — or when it matters.

A will doesn’t guarantee how things play out.
A postnuptial agreement can.

If you want clarity about how decisions are handled and assets are protected, it’s worth understanding your options before something happens.

👉 Questions? Let’s talk.
📞 Call or text 606-922-8077

03/11/2026

There are a lot of misconceptions about the United States Constitution and the Kentucky Constitution.

That’s right — Kentucky has its own Constitution.

It’s actually a very extensive document and governs much of how the government of Kentucky operates. In many ways, it addresses more of our freedoms, rights, and responsibilities than the United States Constitution does.

Most people know the basics, but there are a lot of things in both documents that don’t get talked about very often — including how the two interact with each other.

If you have questions about things like:

• constitutional rights
• Kentucky law vs federal law
• fi****ms laws
• search and seizure
• free speech
• or anything else related to constitutional law

let me know. I’ll address any topic!!

The legal work that prevents problems usually feels boring.The legal work after things fall apart never is.Plan ahead. ...
03/05/2026

The legal work that prevents problems usually feels boring.

The legal work after things fall apart never is.

Plan ahead.




02/26/2026

Thinking about going into business with someone?

Before you split profits, split up the rules.

Kentucky law will fill in the blanks if you don’t — and that rarely benefits both sides equally.

Put it in writing.
Decide how it ends.
Avoid the trap later.

Questions about a partnership agreement?
Let’s talk.

02/23/2026

How NOT to Text Your Ex.

This comes from 33 years of handling some of the toughest custody cases in northeastern Kentucky.

If your case ever ends up in court, every text message can be read out loud in front of a judge.

Sarcasm.
Cussing.
Threats.
Insults.
Dragging the kids into it.

It may feel good in the moment.

It does not look good in court.

Before you hit send, read it out loud.
If you wouldn’t want to read it to a judge on the record — don’t send it.

That advice alone can save you a lot of trouble.





This surprises a lot of people.Ownership and the right to sell aren’t always the same thing.Certain items — including ar...
02/12/2026

This surprises a lot of people.

Ownership and the right to sell aren’t always the same thing.

Certain items — including artifacts, inherited property, cultural or historical objects, and regulated goods — can come with legal restrictions on transfer or sale.

Those limits don’t always show up until someone tries to sell, move, or pass something on.

If something has value — financial, historical, or sentimental — it’s worth knowing what the law allows before you make plans.

👉🏻 Getting clarity first can save time and stress later.
If you’re unsure, ask before you decide.

A lot of legal problems come down to one thing: assumptions.People assume responsibility, protection, or outcomes —but c...
02/10/2026

A lot of legal problems come down to one thing: assumptions.

People assume responsibility, protection, or outcomes —
but contracts operate on what’s written, not what’s assumed.

That gap is where confusion (and disputes) usually start.

Understanding the difference early makes everything easier later.


Good legal advice should make things clearer — not more stressful.If it feels complicated, that’s usually a sign to call...
02/03/2026

Good legal advice should make things clearer — not more stressful.

If it feels complicated, that’s usually a sign to call.
📞 Call or text me 606-922-8077

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