About Larry
Biography
Larry Forman, CEO
Managing Partner and Trial Master (Barrister, Order of Veritas)
Mr. Forman has been named in the Nation’s Top One Percent Attorney by the National Association of Distinguished Counsel from 2015 to the present year, and has received the coveted SuperLawyers Rising Star Award since 2016, as well. Mr. Forman has been crowned as a Top Lawyer by both Louisville Magazine and TOPS Louisville Magazine and has been inducted as a ‘Life Member’ into the exclusive ‘Trial Masters’ club in 2019. He has further been named an Associate Fellow of the Litigation Counsel of America, The Trial lawyer Honorary Society, and is a member of the Trial law Institute and Diversity Law Institute.
Practice Areas
4
Practice Areas
13 years
12 years
13 years
10 years
Fees and Rates
Cost
33%-50%
Always
Payment Methods
- Cash
- Check
- Credit Card
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Licensed in Kentucky for 12 years
State: Kentucky
Acquired: 2013
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The Forman Building, 1139 South Fourth St., Louisville, KY, 40203
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Larry Forman's Reviews
Showing 1 - 5 of 53 client reviews from Avvo
Posted by Shaunae | August 23, 2024 | Hired Attorney
Tyler hitch cell phone ticket
I contacted Larry the dui guy he said he would fight my cell phone ticket on my CDL for 1,000 dollars so he got it reschedule a bunch of times then when it came time he called me and said I can get the cell phone ticket diverted to careless driving ticket he said it would be a better deal so I truste...
Posted by Victor | May 15, 2023 | Hired Attorney
Highly recommend Tracey Shipley! Awesome experience!
Tracey Shipley was very patient and helpful throughout. I am throughly impressed with the services she provided. Thank you again for your time and patience. I would highly recommend for friends and family confidently. Definitely a five star experience. Great communication with quick response and clea...
Posted by anonymous | April 10, 2023 | Hired Attorney
Responsive, clear, and helpful.
Helped guid me through the confusing legal system. Explaining all possible outcomes and being honest about my situation. Ended with great results and getting my case dismissed.
Posted by anonymous | February 28, 2023 | Hired Attorney
OVER PROMISES AND UNDER DELIVERS
In 2019, I hired Larry Forman based on his strong, online presence and almost 100, 5-star reviews. At my first meeting with Larry, without even looking at any of the evidence in my case, he said he could definitely win my case at trial. However, Larry never had any intention of taking my case to tr...
Larry Forman
Replied last August 18, 2023Dear Ms _________, I am sorry about the experience you have had with our firm 4 years ago. At the time, I had an associate who has since been fired for mishandling of clients' cases and has since been replaced. It doesn't sound like me to say that I could "definitely win [your] case at trial." -- I don't talk like that to my clients. I probably indicated that based on the information I had, you had good chances to win. Then, 6 months later, after we conducted a full investigation of the facts, I learned that your case was untriable and unwinnable, probably because, since you were operating a motor vehicle under the influence, the state would be able to prove that you actually did it and we didn't have many strong defenses. I am a man of worth -- and when I see that I cannot accomplish what you ask me to do -- win a completely unwinnable case -- I gave back all of your money and even did some free work for you, i.e. setting the bench warrant aside for your failure to come to court. I hope you were able to get your case resolved with a new attorney and I appreciate you leaving this feedback for others to see that we handle our cases very seriously, as most of what you wrote does not sound like me -- it sounds like you have a personal vendetta against me as a person, so I wish you nothing but love in return. God Bless you. Edit: I figured out who you were by digging in my records. Ms. ________, I refunded your money because I told you I could not win at trial. You ended up pleading guilty to the charge, taking it on appeal and losing the case, again, last year, on March 18, 2022. I did everything I could, and when I saw that you were an extremely unreasonable person, I fired you and refunded 100% of your money (because I did not need any more unreasonable behavior from you). We even continued to work for you free of charge, on multiple occasions, as you were looking for a new attorney to replace us. I see that nothing is enough for you, and I also see that you like to leave 1 star reviews, as evidenced by your Google profile. I wish you nothing but the best and good luck in your life endeavors.
Posted by Laura | December 30, 2022 | Hired Attorney
Tracy Shipley was my attorney at the firm
Mrs Shipley was very knowledgeable and concerned. She wanted the best outcome for me. She also didn’t mind what it would take to get it. I highly recommend her.
Larry Forman's Lawyer Endorsements
"For DUI/DWI defense you can do no better than Larry. He is a passionate advocate for his clients, smart, creative, and committed to service. I endorse Larry without reservation."
"Larry Forman is an excellent attorney well respected in the legal community. He truly cares about his clients. I would highly recommend him to anyone looking for an attorney who will put the time and effort into each and every case. I endorse this lawyer."
"I endorse this lawyer. He is well respected and his provides many legal answers on the avvo forum which is quite impressive."
"The DUI guy , Larry Forman, is a lawyer who has taken the time to hone his skills defending those accused of DUI. His contributions to this area of practice are great despite his years of practice. He will take to the time to parse out the facts of your case, and craft a great defense. I endorse this lawyer."
"He doesn't know a lost cause. I worked with Attorney Forman on what seemed like a no-win case, but he found a way. Looking for someone who can think outside the box? Look no further. I endorse Mr. Forman"
"I can't say enough good things about Larry - he's passionate, intelligent, and dedicated to getting the best results for his clients. He has carved out a niche as The DUI Guy, and is excellent at defending those cases!!"
"I endorse this lawyer."
"I endorse this lawyer. Larry has done an amazing job of becoming a leading authority on DUI/DWI cases in Kentucky."
"If you are charged with a DUI, you need an attorney who specializes in that field and who has a passion for defending those types of cases. Larry is that attorney."
"I endorse this lawyer."
"I endorse this lawyer."
"Larry, knows the law on DUI very well. He is not afraid to litigate these difficult cases when necessary. He has researched this area methodically and can cite cases from memory. For those in this difficult situation, Larry is a very good choice of attorney."
"An extremely talented and well respected attorney in the legal community, I wholeheartedly recommend him to anyone looking for a lawyer who knows the law and truly cares about protecting the rights of his clients and getting them the most favorable result possible."
"I not only endorse this lawyer. I give this lawyer 5 stars!"
"I endorse this lawyer."
"I endorse Larry. His library of answers is very good. He knows his law and procedure. Review is great. If your in or near Louisville give him a call for a consultation."
"Larry takes time to assist the general public in answering questions and offers sage advice."
"I endorse Larry. He is a highly skilled attorney that is well respected in the legal community."
"Larry Forman is a hard working attorney who truly cares about his clients. I endorse him without any hesitation."
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Experience
Honors
2022
Nation’s Top 1%, National Association of Distinguished Counsel
2021
2021 Kentucky Rising Star, Super Lawyers
2021
Top Lawyer, Louisville Magazine
2021
Nation’s Top 1%, National Association of Distinguished Counsel
2020
2020 Kentucky Rising Star, Super Lawyers
2020
Nation’s Top 1%, National Association of Distinguished Counsel
2019
2019 Kentucky Rising Star, Super Lawyers
2019
Nation’s Top 1%, National Association of Distinguished Counsel
2018
Top 10% Attorney, Lawyers of Distinction
2018
Nation’s Top 1%, National Association of Distinguished Counsel
2018
2018 Kentucky Rising Star, Super Lawyers
2017
Nation’s Top 1%, National Association of Distinguished Counsel
2017
Top Lawyer, Louisville Magazine
2017
Top 10% Attorney, Lawyers of Distinction
2017
Continuing Legal Education Award, Kentucky Bar Association
2017
2017 Kentucky Rising Star, Super Lawyers
2016
Nation’s Top 1%, National Association of Distinguished Counsel
2016
Premier Attorney, National Academy of Jurisprudence
2016
Top Lawyer, Louisville Magazine
2016
2016 Kentucky Rising Star, Super Lawyers
2015
Nation’s Top 1%, National Association of Distinguished Counsel
2015
Continuing Legal Education Award, Kentucky Bar Association
2014
Leadership Academy Graduate, Louisville Bar Association
Work Experience
2013 - Present
CEO/Trial Attorney, Forman & Associates
Associations
2017 - Present
DUI Defense Lawyers AssociationMember
2015 - Present
Better Business BureauAccredited Business
2014 - Present
Kentucky Justice AssociationMember
2014 - Present
Kentucky Association of Criminal Defense LawyersMember
2014 - Present
National College for DUI DefenseGeneral Member
2014 - Present
Kentucky Association of DUI Defense LawyersMember
2014 - Present
American Association for JusticeMember
2013 - Present
Kentucky Bar AssociationMember
2012 - Present
Louisville Bar AssociationMember
2015 - 2017
American Association of Premier DUI AttorneysMember
2014 - 2015
National Association of Criminal Defense LawyersMember
2013 - 2016
Young Professionals Association of LouisvilleMember
2013 - 2016
Louisville Bar Association, Young Lawyers SectionMember
2013 - 2016
Kentucky Bar Association, Young Lawyers SectionMember
2011 - 2014
American Bar AssociationMember
Sample of Legal Cases
Client plead to the amended charge of Aggravated DUI First; Other 4 charges Dismissed
Client plead to the amended charge of Reckless Driving
DUI Second Amended down to Wanton Endangerment; Open Container Charge Dismissed
Client Plead to Reckless Driving; DC 2nd will be DISMISSED in 365 days; other charges DISMISSED
NOT GUILTY of DUI First Offense
Client Plead to the Amended Charge of Alcohol Intoxication
Client Plead to the Amended Charge of DUI 1st Non-Aggravated
Client Plead to the Amended Charge of Alcohol Intoxication
Client plead to Reckless Driving; everything else was dismissed
DISMISSED DUI First Offense
Education
2013
Juris Doctor
2010
Bachelor of Arts
Speaking Engagements
2015
2015
What to do when Stopped by a Police Officer
2014
Motions to Dismiss based on Missing Video Evidence in DUI Cases
2014
Intoxilyzer 5000EN Solution Calibration
Publications
2016
2015
2015
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2014
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2013
2013
2013
2013
2013
Languages
English
Russian
Activity
Legal Answers
Legal Answers
Hey can I throw a private stripper party and not go to jail ?
27 Mar 2022
KY Driving Privilege Hearing-What information does not present to make a case?
14 May 2021
My insurance company investigated and ultimately paid my fire claim. Why am I still under investigation for arson, or am I?
27 Feb 2021