C. Kent Hatfield
About C. Kent Hatfield
C. Kent Hatfield is a lawyer based in Louisville, KY and has been recognized in The Best Lawyers in America® since 1991. C. Kent Hatfield is recognized in the following practice areas:
- Louisville, Kentucky
- Administrative / Regulatory Law
- Business Organizations (including LLCs and Partnerships)
- Communications Law
- Energy Law
Current Firm: Stoll Keenon Ogden PLLC
Education: University of Kentucky, J.D., graduated 1973
Location: Louisville, KY
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