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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Location
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The Forman Building, 1139 South Fourth St., Louisville, KY, 40203
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Larry Forman's Reviews
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53 Client Reviews
Showing 6 - 10 of 13 reviews | Practice Area Knowledge
Posted by Jeff | January 31, 2018 | Hired Attorney | DUI & DWI
DUI, reckless driving, and speeding DROPPED!
I was pulled over in August of 2017 for speeding, reckless driving and DUI. I was arrested that night and spent the night in jail even though I blew UNDER the limit, my reading was .071, the legal limit in Kentucky is .080. Upon my release I IMMEDIATELY started researching and shopping for a good DUI...
Posted by anonymous | August 07, 2017 | Hired Attorney | DUI & DWI
Swift & Supportive Attorney
After a horrible experience with the first male attorney I hired, I searched for a "seasoned, female" attorney to represent me in my 1st DUI charge. However, those female lawyers wouldn't return my call: Thankfully Larry did! He was swift & professional. My "sketchy DUI" charge was reduced to reckl...
Posted by Paul | February 20, 2017 | Hired Attorney | DUI & DWI
DUI down to Careless Driving
I live out of state, and had an old DUI charge. Larry was able to plead it down to Careless Driving, and i didn't even have to appear in court. Amazing guy.
Posted by Jason | September 08, 2016 | Hired Attorney | Speeding & Traffic Ticket
I'm wreckless but Larry's not
I hired Larry to represent me on a speeding (Over 15 over) and reckless driving ticket. I was caught dead to rights and was pretty worried about the points on my license and my insurance premiums. After one call, Larry told me he'd take care of it and that I didn't need to worry about it again. In t...
Posted by S. Taylor | March 18, 2016 | Hired Attorney | Speeding & Traffic Ticket
Class A improper lane usage
I hired Mr Forman to fight an improper lane usage ticket that would have gotten me 3 points on my license. He was friendly, professional and understanding to the circumstances of why I was in the wrong lane. He fought hard for me and got the charges dismissed! I highly recommend him to anyone needing...
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!!"
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"I endorse this lawyer. Larry has done an amazing job of becoming a leading authority on DUI/DWI cases in Kentucky."
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"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!"
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"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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2013
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2013
2013
2013
Languages
English
Russian
Activity
Legal Answers
Legal Answers
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27 Mar 2022
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14 May 2021
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27 Feb 2021