Our Staff fights for you.
Our Core Values are the foundation of our identity and the guiding principles behind every decision we make. They define not only what we do, but how we do it. We are inspired and motivated by the people we serve—Kentucky lawyers and legal professionals who uphold justice and integrity in their daily work. Our values are deeply rooted in a commitment to serve you with excellence, professionalism, and unwavering dedication.
They shape our culture, influence our actions, and ensure that every interaction reflects respect, transparency, and accountability. In every policy we issue, every claim we handle, and every conversation we have, our Core Values guide us toward one purpose: protecting and supporting those who protect the law. In everything we do, we strive to be:
Compassionate and Direct
Trust is created when care meets candor. We listen and respond with honesty to be your best advocat.
Knowledgeable and Nimble
As lawyers, we know the law and the business of law. We put that to work, approaching every challenge from a creative angle.
Zealous and Steadfast
We believe Kentucky lawyers deserve unwavering protction and support. We work tirelessly to provide both so you can do what you do best.
Angela Edwards
President & Chief Executive Officer
I’m most proud of Lawyers Mutual when we are able to come up with a creative resolution to an incident, claim, or lawsuit. It is a joy to see the peace of mind that a resolution brings to our insureds.
Robin B. Raypole, CPA
Vice President & Chief Financial Officer
As a CPA in an organization created by Kentucky lawyers, for Kentucky lawyers, I enjoy collaborating with the many talented individuals on our team to maintain the financial strength and stability of Lawyers Mutual.
Jared W. Burke, Esq.
Risk Manager
Lawyers Mutual of Kentucky is dedicated to protecting and guiding the legal professionals who serve our Commonwealth. I’m proud to work with our experienced and knowledgeable team in our mission to support attorneys in managing risk and maintaining ethical excellence.
Jessica R. Lyons
Senior Underwriter
I hope people will remember one word about Lawyers Mutual: Service. Ours is a company for Kentucky attorneys run and managed by Kentucky attorneys.
Sarah B. Kessinger
Accounting Manager
At Lawyers Mutual, no two days are the same. Our ability to adapt and work under pressure is fundamental to our work. Together, we rise to that challenge.
Nancy L. Meyers
Marketing Director
I’m proud to work for Lawyers Mutual of Kentucky because we are more than an insurance provider — we are a trusted partner to attorneys across the Commonwealth. One of the most rewarding parts of my role is attending conferences and events where we have the opportunity to connect directly with legal professionals, build lasting relationships, and better understand the evolving needs of Kentucky’s legal community. It’s meaningful to represent an organization that is committed to service, trust, and supporting attorneys both professionally and personally.
Emma was born and raised in Belgium, and she speaks Dutch/Flemish and French in addition to English. Outside of work, she enjoys reading, gardening, puzzling, baking bread and giving back to the community through fostering and volunteering. She lives with her husband, their two energetic sons and two cats, and loves spending quality time with her family.
Emma Lyons
Asa P. "Pete" Gullett, Esq.