Derrick M. Embry has been with the Firm since its initial discussions. Born in Elizabethtown, Kentucky, Derrick is a graduate of Grayson County High School and the University of Kentucky.

Derrick entered the field of accounting after graduating from UK. He moved to Louisville, Kentucky and worked for five years as a Staff Accountant and as an Assistant Controller in the manufacturing industry. While he enjoyed the field of accounting, the opportunity to start a business, move back to his hometown and work in the legal and financial fields was something he could not resist.

Derrick concentrates on theReal Estate, Estate and Financial Planning aspect of the business and he comes well prepared. In addition to a B.B.A. from the University of Kentucky in Finance and Management and five years of accounting experience Derrick is currently one of only nine Certified Estate Planners in the Commonwealth as recognized by the National Institute of Certified Estate Planners (NICEP). He is also currently pursuing a Certified Financial Planners designation through Bellarmine University in Louisville, Kentucky. This extensive program educates financial planners in the areas of estate planning, investments, retirement planning, tax planning and insurance. Every candidate must meet experience, ethical and educational requirements and also pass an exhaustive two-day exam.

Derrick is married to his wife, Erin, and they have two children, Emma and Lincoln.. Erin is from Glasgow, Kentucky and also graduated from the University of Kentucky with a degree in accounting.