Chauncey Hiestand
About Chauncey
Biography
Chauncey grew up in Crescent Hill, graduated from the University of Kentucky with a B.A. in Psychology and earned his J.D. from California Western School of Law. He is head of the litigation department at W&H and is recognized and/or received: AV Preeminent Rated and honored with the Client Distinction Award by Martindale-Hubbell, rated by Super Lawyers, 10/10 Superb rated (Top Personal Injury Lawyer) by AVVO and a member of the Million Dollar and Multi-Million Advocates Forums (Life Member).
With a love for travel, and his wife, Carrie, took a honeymoon around the world visiting California, Fiji, Australia, Tanzania, Zanzibar and Dubai.
Practice Areas
1
Practice Area
23 years
Fees and Rates
Cost
35%-40%
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Licensed in Kentucky for 21 years
State: Kentucky
Acquired: 2004
No misconduct found
Licensed in Indiana
State: Indiana
No misconduct found
Location
Law Offices of Chauncey Hiestand
905 Baxter Avenue, Louisville, KY, 40204
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Chauncey Hiestand's Reviews
Showing 1 - 5 of 5 client reviews from Avvo
Posted by anonymous | February 9, 2017 | Hired Attorney
Professional representation
I was referred to Winton and Hiestand by a friend who said they were good guys. I'm so glad I did! Chauncey Hiestand walked me through every step of my auto theft claim. The insurance company was trying to give me the run around about paying for the damage done to my car when it was taken. Chauncey s...
Posted by Ben | January 19, 2017 | Consulted Attorney
Thorough and well versed
I was rear ended and contacted the law firm of Winton and Hiestand. They were very thorough throughout the process and helped me along with understanding what avenues I had to move forward. I strongly recommend using this law firm.
Posted by Lynsie | September 8, 2015 | Consulted Attorney
Opposing Counsel Review
Chauncey and I have had cases against each other for many years. He is a formidable opponent, a hard worker and a good advocate for his clients. He is also well respected in our community.
Posted by Nichole | August 19, 2015 | Hired Attorney
He really cares about helping you!
I was in a wreck during my last semester of college in which resulted in a compound fracture of my ankle. I was 21 years old and that took my youth away. I can use my foot but not fully and I hurt on a daily basis. I have trouble walking. I cannot run, or jump, or do anything a normal 21 year old sho...
Posted by Nellie | July 31, 2015
Chauncey Hiestand
I was at a little league softball game with granddaughter when I question the actions of the president of the little league program. He hit me knocked me out and before anyone could come to me he had hit me 8 more times . I had broken facial bones and had to have 8 surgeries to date. I am from Flemi...
Chauncey Hiestand's Lawyer Endorsements
"I endorse this lawyer. Chauncey is an exceptionally talented trial attorney."
"I endorse this lawyer. I have had the pleasure of working with Chauncey on numerous cases. He is knowledgeable and hard working. I would hire him."
"I endorse this lawyer. Chauncey has always been professional but pleasant to work with in litigation."
"I have had the pleasure of watching Chauncey grow from a new lawyer into a partner in one of the most high volume personal injury firms in the city. Chauncey always works hard for his clients in a professional and knowledgable manner."
"Chauncey is an excellent attorney who excels at every aspect of litigation. He takes on any case big or small with the intent of taking it to trial. He is a superb advocate for his clients."
"I have know Mr. Hiestand since our days in law school. I have known him to be a great person, a well versed lawyer and strong advocate for his clients. I strongly endorse this lawyer."
"I've known Chauncey for 10+ years and find him to be an extremely hard worker for his clients. I've seen him in court and would certainly not want him to be on the other side."
"Over ten plus years, Chauncey and I have had numerous cases together. In each matter, Chauncey was professional, fair and sincerely cared for his clients. Chauncey is a great attorney as well as a great person."
"I have known Chauncey for several years and he has a very solid understanding of personal injury law and loves to litigate."
"I have known Mr. Hiestand for 15 years. He has always been a kind, compassionate, caring, empathetic and generous person. He is diligent in his representation of his clients, always seeking to advance their cause to a resolution that makes them "whole" again. He is loyal, honest and hard working. He comes from working class roots and never forgets how hard people have to struggle to make ends meet in this country. He donates a large amount of his time to various local charities including those that help impoverished, abused and underserved children in the Louisville area. I am happy to endorse him as an attorney and more importantly as a good and decent human being. Please remember to always be kind to one another."
"Chauncey is extremely knowledgeable regarding the intricacies of personal injury law in Kentucky. I have litigated many cases against Chauncey and have always found him to be tough, competent, and professional."
"Chauncey is a hard working honest lawyer who definitely knows what he's doing"
"I endorse this lawyer."
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Experience
Honors
2021
Best Lawyer - Personal Injury and Insurance Litigation, Best Lawyers
2020
Best Lawyer, Leo Weekly Magazine, Readers Choice Awards
2019
The Nation's Top One, National Association of Distinguished Counsel
2019
Client Champion Award, Martindale-Hubbell
2018
Client Champion, Martindale-Hubbell
2018
Distinguished Member, Civil Litigation, Lawyers of Distinction
2018
Top 1% (Personal Injury), Distinguished Justice Associates
2017
Client Distinction Award, Martindale-Hubbell
2017
Rising Star, Super Lawyers
2016
Premier 100 Civil, American Academy of Trial Attorneys
2016
Top 40 Under 40, National Trial Lawyers
2016
Top 100 Trial Lawyers, National Trial Lawyers
2016
10 Best Client Satisfaction Award, American Institute of Personal Injury Attorneys
2016
Distinguished Member, Civil Litigation, Lawyers of Distinction
2016
Kentucky Colonel, Honorable Order of Kentucky Colonels
2015
Community Leadership Award and Key to City, Mayor Greg Fischer
2015
Community Service Award, Kentucky House of Representatives
2015
Superb Rating (Litigation), AVVO
2015
Attorneys You Should Know 2015, Attorney at Law Magazine
2014
The Top Trial Lawyers in America, Million Dollar Advocates Forum
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Million Dollar Advocate, Million Dollar Advocates Forum
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AV Preeminent Rated, Martindale-Hubbell
N/A
Top 10 Attorney Award Under 40, National Academy Of Personal Injury Attorneys
N/A
Multi-Million Dollar Advocates Forum Member, Million Dollar Advocates Forum
N/A
Super Lawyer, SuperLawyers
Work Experience
2013 - Present
Owner and Managing Partner, Winton & Hiestand Law Group, PLLC
2012 - 2013
Attorney, Winton Law Group, PLLC
2004 - 2012
Attorney, Siebert & Johnson, PLLC
2003 - 2004
Legal Intern, Siebert & Johnson, PLLC
2002 - 2003
Legal Intern, Michael O'Halloran Law Office
Associations
2014 - Present
Motor Vehicle Trial Lawyers AssociationMember
2014 - Present
Let the Kids Grow FoundationMember
2014 - Present
Louisville Independant Business AssociationMember
2014 - Present
Kids Center for Pediatrics FoundationMember
2014 - Present
Volunteers of AmericaPower of One Member
2005 - Present
Kentucky Justice AssociationMember
2004 - Present
Kentucky Bar FoundationMember
2004 - Present
Louisville Bar FoundationMember
2004 - Present
United States Court of Appeals for the Sixth CircuitMember
2004 - Present
United States District Court for the Western District of KentuckyMember
2004 - Present
United States District Court Eastern District of KentuckyMember
2004 - Present
Better Business BureauMember
Sample of Legal Cases
TBI claim – $2,050,000.00 liability and UIM limits obtained (zero pre-suit offer).
In 2019, our team resolved a +1.5 million wrongful death/med mal claim for a family who suffered the loss of their daughter (zero pre-suit offer).
$824,999 verdict. Pre-closing offer of $10,000
$2,000,000.00 liability limits plus over $32,000.00 in additional benefits obtained ($300,000 pre-suit offer)
$605,000.00 settlement (ZERO OFFER pre-suit)
$1,200,000.00 POLICY LIMITS settlement (ZERO OFFER pre-suit)
$780,000.00 settlement (ZERO offer pre-suit)
$238,000.00 JURY VERDICT
JURY VERDICT for the Plaintiff against Defendant, for failure to pay PIP.
$50,000 JURY VERDCIT
Education
2004
JD - Juris Doctor
2000
BA - Bachelor of Arts
Speaking Engagements
2011
PIP Benefits & Denial of PIP Benefits
N/A
KJA Mock Trial
Publications
2015
2011
Languages
English
Activity
Legal Answers
Legal Answers
Do I need to file a leave to amend my complaint if this is the 1st amendment? Is there a deadline to amend during litigation?
06 Apr 2016
Is $3000 settlement for a claim injury enough?
07 Aug 2015