Riley G. Fort is a business litigator who represents businesses and individuals in complex commercial and business disputes. She assists clients throughout the litigation process, applying a thoughtful, detail-oriented approach to evaluating legal issues and developing strategies tailored to each client’s objectives. Clients benefit from her ability to analyze complex information, communicate clearly, and approach disputes with both legal and business considerations in mind.  Â
Her work includes researching complex legal issues, preparing legal memoranda, drafting contracts and severance agreements, and assisting with documents related to ongoing litigation. Her academic background in marketing and integrated strategic communication provides an additional perspective on how organizations communicate, manage relationships, and address business challenges. She works collaboratively with clients and colleagues to identify key issues and develop clear, well-supported solutions.Â
Before joining Stoll Keenon Ogden in 2026, Riley gained legal experience as a summer associate with a Lexington law firm, where she worked across multiple practice areas and developed her research, writing, and drafting skills. She previously served as a public relations intern with the University of Kentucky College of Communication and Information and as a research assistant in the University’s Department of Integrated Strategic Communication. Her research work included corporate social responsibility and the inclusion of people with disabilities.Â
University of Kentucky J. David Rosenberg College of Law, 2026, J.D., magna cum laude
University of Kentucky, 2023, B.S. & B.B.A., summa cum laude
Kentucky
CALI Excellence for the Future Award, State & Local Tax, 2026
Order of the Coif, University of Kentucky College of Law, 2026
Best Oral Advocate, Legal Research & Writing, Spring 2024Â
Moot Court Board, National Team Member, 2025–2026Â
Kentucky Law Journal Online, Committee Member, 2025–2026
Kentucky Law Journal, Staff Editor, 2024–2025
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