Cecilia Lawyers

Charles "Charlie" Brown is a Louisville native and graduate of duPont Manual High School. He studied psychology at Bellarmine University and law at Valparaiso University School of Law. In fear of another Northwest Indiana winter, Charlie returned to Louisville after his graduation from law school. After law school, Charlie was first a Staff Attorney for a family court judge, and after that an Associate Attorney in a Louisville law firm. Seeing ample opportunity for innovation in the practice of law, and with some encouragement from Dad, Charlie struck out on his own. Charlie focused on offering those seeking a divorce...

I focus my legal practice on family law, dealing with various cases including divorce, child custody, child abuse and neglect, domestic violence, child support, and adoption. I am an approved family court mediator and serve as a Guardian Ad Litem, where I advocate for children’s interests, and as a Friend of Court, where I provide recommendations to the Courts on issues related to children. Over the years, I have held several leadership roles, including President of the Association of Parent’s Attorneys of Louisville, President of the Guardian Ad Litem’s Association of Louisville, and Chair of the Family Law Section of...

Mr. Peterson has been a trial attorney since graduating from the University Of Kentucky College of Law. He has obtained millions of dollars in settlements on behalf of his clients. As lead counsel, Mr.Peterson has tried multiple criminal cases to a jury verdict and enjoys an undefeated record. Mr. Peterson has also served as lead counsel and tried multiple civil cases to jury verdict with successful results. Prior to starting the Peterson Law Office, Mr. Peterson was a partner/shareholder at a large insurance defense law firm in Lexington. His practice representing the insurance companies and their insureds in the highest level...

Member and Vice Chair, Kentucky Bar Association Alternative Dispute Resolution Section Volunteer Mediator, Fayette County District Court Small Claims Mediation Program First International Mediation Institute (IMI) Qualified Mediator Qualified for recognition as IMI Certified Mediator Completed Assessment, IMI Online Mediator Specialization Certified Dispute Resolution Analyst, NextLevel Mediation Member, American Bar Association ODR Task Force Working Group III Member, American Bar Association (ABA) and its Dispute Resolution Section Individual Panel Member, ADR ODR International Fellow, World Mediation Organization Life Fellow, Kentucky Bar Foundation (KBF), nonprofit, charitable arm of Kentucky’s legal community

Stotts Law Group offers legal services over a broad geographical area, including Fayette, Bourbon, Woodford, and Scott Counties, and other surrounding areas upon request. Areas of practice include criminal defense, drug offenses, assault, DUI, theft, robbery, white collar crimes, personal injury, family law, divorce, child custody & timesharing, adoption, paternity & child support, child neglect, domestic violence, and more.

At the Kessinger Law Group, we represent plaintiffs and defendants in federal and state courts, as well as in mediation and arbitration matters. As a former Assistant United States Atttorney and Career Law Clerk to a United States District Judge, I have learned what leads to success in the courtroom. Based on this experience, I am able to develop a strategy to achieve your goals in a timely manner through a clearly defined pathway. I will not waste your money on useless litigation tactics, unnecessary motions or wasteful maneuvers designed to increase your legal bill without providing sound,...

Personal injury lawyer Don McKenna has been a member of the Hare Wynn team since 1997. With more than 22 years in practice, Don has helped numerous clients across the country fight for the just compensation they were owed after someone else’s negligence caused them harm. Several of his successful verdicts have even set new precedents in the legal field. While he handles a wide variety of cases, including wrongful death, environmental issues, and product liability, Don is especially passionate about cases involving government fraud. He has been recognized by Super Lawyers® Magazine, Martindale-Hubbell®, and Best Lawyers in America®.

My mission is to provide top-quality legal advice and services to my clients within the scope of my law practice. I am very proficient at drafting Last Wills & Trusts, handling Probate Law cases, and Guardianship proceedings. I also have extensive experience with Debtor and Creditor Legal Issues arising in Bankruptcy and non-bankruptcy situations (Chapter 7, 11, 12 and 13 cases), including representation of both debtors and creditors in complex Chapter 11 cases.

Tom Chittum is an Attorney; Adjunct Law Professor; retired Federal Law Enforcement leader; and former Public Safety Tech Executive. He proudly served the U.S. for nearly 27 years, retiring in 2022 from the Dept. of Justice as Associate Deputy Director of the Bureau of Alcohol, Tobacco, Firearms & Explosives (ATF). He teaches “Firearms Law and the Second Amendment” at UNLV. He was also Senior VP of Forensic Services at SoundThinking, Inc., the maker of ShotSpotter. He is licensed to practice law in Virginia, West Virginia, and Kentucky, and consults nationwide. His practice focuses on investigations; firearms law; the Second Amendment; criminal...

Andre Regard is an experienced litigator. In addition to litigation, Andre provides general business advise to clients.

I am a seasoned attorney with over 14 years of experience advocating for families and individuals throughout Kentucky. I founded Kennedy Law Office, PLLC, where I focus on family law matters, including complex divorce cases that involve significant financial and custody issues, domestic violence, and child welfare. My practice also includes representing parents and children in dependency, neglect, and abuse cases, and I have been appointed as Friend of the Court and Guardian ad Litem in family court proceedings. My career is characterized by a deep commitment to my clients and community. I have had the honor of serving as a...

Mr. Coleman is now the Managing Partner and majority owner of Hughes and Coleman Injury Lawyers, a firm he cofounded in 1985 with J. Marshall Hughes. The firm has grown during its 37 years, and currently has 30 attorneys and 10 offices in Kentucky and Tennessee, and an affiliated firm in Albuquerque, New Mexico. Lee is proud that two of his sons, Benjamin and Andrew, are attorneys practicing with H&C. Lee earned his Law Degree from the University of Louisville, graduating in 1981, and earned his undergraduate Business Administration degree from the University of Kentucky, graduating in 1978. In 1985 Lee...

As a Kentucky native, Albert Bradley McQueen Jr. is proud to help his neighbors in finding justice. He has spent his legal career focusing on the area of litigation, involving claims for personal injury, automobile injuries, medical malpractice, products liability, nursing home litigation, and defective drugs & medical devices. In addition to being active in his work, McQueen also is an active runner, having completed many half and full marathons. McQueen is happily married to his wife, Janie, of over 30 years.

Rebecca Hurst is the Managing Partner at Hurst & Hurst, Attorneys at Law. She, along with her husband, attorney Daniel Hurst are founding partners of the firm. Rebecca’s practice focuses primarily on Family & Divorce Law, Bankruptcy and Personal Injury.

She is committed to providing her clients with the legal services they need and prioritizes continuing legal education to help her better serve her clients. That is why Rebecca was recognized by the Kentucky Bar Association in 2015 and given an award for her efforts.

Born and raised in Berea, Kentucky on her family’s farm, she grew up working on the farm...

Attorney Tad Thomas dedicates his work to civil litigation and representing individuals and companies injured by negligent acts of others. He runs his own private practice that focuses on helping clients who have been involved in auto accidents, truck accidents, medical malpractice, or any other area of personal injuries.

Located in Louisville, Kentucky, Michael D. Grabhorn is a recognized national authority in the area of life and disability insurance, involving both state law and ERISA. Mr. Grabhorn’s practice is limited to representing insureds, individually and on a class basis. Mr. Grabhorn litigates insurance cases locally and across the country. As a result, in addition to the courts in Kentucky, he is also admitted to practice before the U.S. Supreme Court, as well as regularly appearing before the federal district and appellate courts. Based on his focus on life and disability insurance, Mr. Grabhorn is familiar with...

Allen Dodd has a concentration on complex family law cases involving custody, high asset divorce cases, maintenance, prenuptial agreements, child support, and tax issues.

Since 1869, Dodd & Dodd Attorneys, PLLC has offered skilled legal representation to individuals, families and businesses throughout Louisville, Kentucky, and Indiana. They have continued to build the practice to support the needs of their clients.

Dodd & Dodd offers a longstanding tradition of service, skill and a solid reputation for results throughout our community.

Sarah Jarboe primarily practices environmental law and civil litigation. She grew up in rural Kentucky near Owensboro, and the outdoors formed the fabric of her childhood. Sarah’s enthusiasm for nature is reflected in her legal practice. For her undergraduate education, Sarah attended the University of Louisville where she double majored in psychology and philosophy and minored in history. The analytical reasoning that intertwined Sarah’s college courses led to her general interest in the legal field.

During Sarah’s challenging studies at Vanderbilt Law School, it became clear that finding an area of law that was meaningful to her was vital to academic,...

LaJuana Wilcher is a Partner at English Lucas Priest & Owsley LLP (ELPO). She began working with NACWA (then AMSA) in 1989, when she was nominated by the President and confirmed by the U.S. Senate to serve as EPA's Assistant Administrator for Water. In that position, she was responsible for national water policy, and promulgated stormwater, biosolids, and TMDL regulations, among others. She also convened and worked closely with the FACA group that developed the 1994 CSO Policy.

LaJuana worked on environmental law issues in Washington, D.C., for almost 20 years. She was a Partner in the DC offices of...

Kurt Maier is an experienced and accomplished personal injury attorney who is licensed to practice law in Kentucky, Tennessee and in federal courts. For the past five years, he has been chosen for inclusion in Super Lawyers, a highly selective publication that recognizes the most respected attorneys within a state. Kurt was involved in ELPO’s large settlement with Merck over the drug Vioxx, which was pulled from the market in 2004.

Kurt’s work concentrates on representing people who have been seriously injured as a result of catastrophic truck and auto accidents, defective products, defective pharmaceutical products, defective medical devices, construction accidents,...

David Haney received his juris doctorate from Brandeis School of Law, University of Louisville, where he was Executive Editor of the University of Louisville Law Review, competed on the National Tax Moot Court team, and completed a student clerkship with the Honorable Chief Justice Joseph E. Lambert, Kentucky Supreme Court. He has practiced law at civil defense firms in Louisville for most of his career. He previously managed litigation throughout the U.S. as a claims consultant for a large professional liability carrier. He is a graduate of Transylvania University, cum laude, with a double major in business administration and...

Chuck Flynn is driven by a strong sense of purpose and commitment to help those who are struggling through difficult times. His dedication to providing both professional guidance and personal support is what sets him apart from others in his field. After years of experience working with clients, Mr. Flynn understands the importance of going above and beyond to ensure that every client receives the best possible outcome. This unwavering commitment is reflected in his impressive credentials, including his membership in the Multi-Million Dollar Advocates Forum and his recognition as an Attorney for Justice by the Tennessee Supreme Court. Mr. Flynn’s impressive...

A Kentucky native, Derrick Harris uses his many life experiences to help him relate to people from any walk of life. He knew at a young age that he wanted to enter the legal field. In the fourth grade, he participated in and won a mock jury trial at an old courthouse in downtown Lexington. You could say from there onward he was on the pursuit of justice. Derrick attended undergrad at University of Kentucky and law school at Appalachian School of Law in Virginia. During his first year of law school, he was a law clerk for the Commonwealth...

Minner Vines Injury Lawyers, PLLC co-founder, managing partner, and trial lawyer Brian M. Vines is committed to helping ordinary individuals fight for the justice and recovery they are owed when someone else's negligence results in serious, life-altering injuries. With more than a decade of legal experience under his belt, Brian handles a wide range of personal injury cases, including nursing home abuse, qui tam cases, and more. He particularly focuses on serious personal injuries and complex litigation. He has been honored with the Super Lawyers® Rising Stars Mid-South Award and is a member of numerous prestigious legal organizations. Need a...

Personal injury attorney S. Shay Samples has been practicing law for more than 40 years, providing compassionate guidance and aggressive representation for injured victims and their families throughout the state of Alabama. Throughout his decades-long career, Shay has tried hundreds of cases and earned numerous record-breaking jury verdicts, including many million and multi-million dollar verdicts. With every client he assists, he works hard to create a meaningful personal relationship built on communication and understanding. Need a personal injury lawyer for your serious legal matter? Call Hare Wynn today for a complimentary case evaluation!

Randi McCoy is a staff attorney and skilled qui tam and whistleblower lawyer at Hare Wynn. After joining the firm in 2015 as a law clerk, she was quickly promoted to staff attorney and has since proven herself a valuable member of the Hare Wynn team. With every case she handles, Randi works to understand her client’s unique goals and the details of each different situation. She is committed to creating positive change and making a real impact in the lives of her clients. She primarily works on False Claims Acts cases. Contact the firm today for a free consultation!...

Thomas E. Stevens is a licensed attorney and an Eastern Kentucky mediator. Thomas provides mediation services across the Commonwealth of Kentucky. He also serves as an Assistant Professor for the paralegal program at Eastern Kentucky University. Thomas is a longtime trial and appellate lawyer. He has experience litigating in courtrooms across Kentucky. Previously a partner/owner at a well-respected civil litigation firm in Louisville, Thomas has litigated cases involving general tort liability, trucking and transportation, motor vehicle accidents, products liability, premises liability, catastrophic injury, and UM / UIM claims, among many others. A graduate of Northwestern University's mediation skills...

I have a unique passion for helping anyone of limited means whose invention has been stolen by any large companies. I also collaborate closely with individuals, businesses, and even other law firms, to implement strategies for protection of intellectual property. I have recovered monetary damages for clients in cases involving some of the largest companies in the world. This has typically involved issuing demand letters to alleged IP infringers, to then engaging in federal litigation. I have also personally drafted 300+ patent applications related to various technologies including computer hardware, software, various mechanical devices, and some chemical-related products. My technical...

It is the goal of everyone at the Julie Butcher Law Office to help and guide our injury clients through the most difficult times of their lives. Whether the client has just lost his or her soul mate due to the careless negligence of another or the client's family faces financial ruin because the primary bread winner becomes disabled, we offer calm and order through our knowledge and navigation of the legal system. That is why our motto is "compassion, integrity and results." We choose to be different from most other injury attorneys. Our clients are not nameless, faceless, interchangeable parts...

I am a native of Lexington, Kentucky and graduated from University of Kentucky with a Bachelors in Communications in 2010. I went on to graduate from St. Thomas School of Law in 2013, where I was a member of the International Moot Court. My focus is on serving those in need of green cards, non-immigrant visas, as well as, asylum cases. However, as a licensed attorney I am able to assist you in any legal matter you may have.

Obtain legal advise from someone who takes time to listen! I am a caring lawyer who combines a compassionate heart with solid legal knowledge.

After traveling throughout the world raising a Navy family of five, I have seen the good, the bad and the extremely impoverished. My heart has always been to provide the highest level of empathy while evaluating the best outcome for any situation.

A Kentucky native, eastern KY to be specific, I know what people face in this ever changing landscape we call, "life"!

Do not look for a good lawyer, look for someone who actually...

Going through a divorce or family law matter can be emotionally draining and filled with uncertainty. Having compassionate and experienced legal representation is essential during this challenging time. I am James “Jim” Compton, a dedicated family and divorce attorney at Stange Law Firm in Lexington, Kentucky. As a lifelong resident of the Bluegrass State, I am passionate about helping individuals navigate personal loss and life transitions with strength, resilience, and renewed hope. In my role as a Senior Associate Attorney, I represent clients throughout Fayette County and the surrounding areas with empathy, professionalism, and unwavering commitment. I earned my Juris Doctor...

S. Hughston Nichols is Vice President of Preconstruction with a proven track record in leading cross-functional teams across business development, estimating, and legal contract functions. Adept at driving preconstruction strategy, optimizing proposal processes, negotiating complex contracts, and delivering corporate legal guidance. Recognized for aligning client goals with company capabilities to ensure project success from concept through contract. Strong leadership in team development, risk management, and stakeholder communication.

Attorney Ben Crocker is a founding partner of Crocker Law Firm, along with his wife, Cyndi Crocker. Ben is a trial attorney with more than 25 years of litigation experience.

Ben earned his law degree at the University of Kentucky in 1992. He earned his undergraduate degree in Mechanical Engineering at the University of Texas, where he graduated with honors in 1987.

Ben Crocker grew up in Franklin, Kentucky. He was the 1984 valedictorian of Franklin-Simpson High School, and spent his summers working at the Franklin pool. Ben’s father, Ken Crocker, was a veterinarian in Simpson County. His mother, Helen...

I represent people in criminal and DUI charges, serious personal injuries from truck and automobile accidents, and agreed divorces. I am licensed in Kentucky since 1980 and in Tennessee since 1987. My office is in Elkton, Kentucky. I travel over Southern Kentucky and Middle Tennessee to meet with my clients or appear for them in their local court. I do not assign cases to paralegals or have other people answer my telephone calls. I try to answer telephone calls as they come in, but if I am not available I try to return telephone calls or...

Sabina is a first-generation immigrant and is bilingual in Bosnian and English. Her passion for helping others began early on. Sabina would translate for many members of the Bosnian community and volunteered at many international events. Following high school, Sabina attended Western Kentucky University where she pursued her undergraduate degree. She graduated with a Bachelor of Arts as a double major in Political Science & Psychology with a minor in Criminology. Sabina obtained her Juris Doctor from the University of Kentucky College of Law. During her college career, Sabina stayed involved in extracurricular activities and served as the president of Phi...

With over 31 years of practicing exclusively in the field of workers' compensation and actively being involved with the system, Timothy Wilson proves to be passionate about the area. His firm, Wilson & McQueen, which he started in 1987, is now recognized as a Tier 1 “Best Law Firm” by US News and World Report. Wilson has also been recognized year after year for his work and dedication towards the field of workers' compensation.

Jessica Surber is a partner at ELPO who works primarily on products liability and personal injury cases, with most of her practice focusing on defective medical products and pharmaceuticals.

In the medical device field, Jessica has handled many cases against the manufacturers of metal-on-metal hip replacements, which have become widely criticized for poor design. Other cases Jessica is handling include lawsuits against the makers of IVC (inferior vena cava) filters, which are used to prevent blood clots from traveling through the body and causing a pulmonary embolism. The IVC filters are sometimes left in the body for too long, and can...