Ryleigh Goodman is an legal clerk at Hayes Thomas, PLC. Originally from East Tennessee, Ryleigh graduated magna cum laude from Belmont University in 2023 with a B.A. in English Literature and the Honors College. Ryleigh then received her Juris Doctor from Loyola University Chicago School of Law in 2026, along with a certificate in Trial Advocacy. During her time at Loyola, Ryleigh served as the Executive Editor of Lead Articles in Volume 57 of the Loyola Law Journal and as a member of the Women’s Law Society.

            Ryleigh began working in complex family law matters during her time in law school and found herself called to the profession. Ryleigh aims to provide compassionate guidance for clients as they navigate challenging times. Outside of work, Ryleigh enjoys reading, playing cards with friends, shopping, and trying out new restaurants in Nashville.