$ 250-300 per hour
Zachary C. Hoskins
About Zachary
Biography
Zachary Hoskins is a trusted and devoted lawyer with experience in creating positive outcomes in complex civil, domestic, and criminal matters in the public and private sector. Zach seeks to help clients solve their problems by innovative legal solutions, superior representation, and sharp interpersonal skills.
In his position at Thomas, Adams & Associates P.C. currently Zach handles cases involvingCriminal Defense, Juvenile Law, Family Law, Contract Law, Personal Injury, and General Civil Litigation. He has won numerous trials in criminal as well as civil matters. His practice is devoted almost 100% to litigation.
As a public defender with the Kentucky Department of Public Advocacy, Zach successfully defended several hundred criminal cases including serious complex felony matters such as Rape, drug trafficking, drug possession, etc. misdemeanors such as DUI’s, thefts, shoplifting, as well as juvenile cases in murder, arson, theft, etc. As a contracts negotiator for a multinational pharmaceutical company, Zach managed contract and budget negotiations valued at approximately $2.2 million and beat company average negotiation timeframe by average of 43 days.
Zach speaks Spanish and enjoys traveling. He has participated in philanthropy and missions trips to Argentina, Guatemala, and South Korea. He has also traveled to Albania, Greece, and Crete. When he is not in the courtroom, he enjoys spending time with his family, working out, and cheering on his favorite sports teams.
Practice Areas
4
Practice Areas
Criminal Defense
65%
14 years
DUI and DWI
25%
14 years
Insurance
5%
14 years
Juvenile Law
5%
14 years
Fees and Rates
Cost
Hourly Rates
Payment Methods
- Cash
- Check
- Credit Card
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Licensed in Indiana for 7 years
State: Indiana
Acquired: 2018
No misconduct found
Licensed in Kentucky for 13 years
State: Kentucky
Acquired: 2012
No misconduct found
Licensed in Virginia for 11 years
State: Virginia
Acquired: 2014
No misconduct found
Location
Hurstbourne Place
9300 Shelbyville Rd., Ste. 700, Louisville, KY, 40222
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Posted by Lesley | October 20, 2015 | Hired Attorney | Family
Practical and competent
Zachary Hoskins was my attorney for family law issues. He communicated well and followed through with every task and phone call. It was my first experience with an attorney and he made it pleasant and the case result was realistic. He was very helpful with my questions and phone calls.
Zachary C. Hoskins's Lawyer Endorsements
"I endorse Zach for his zealous advocacy on behalf of his clients both inside and outside of the courtroom. If you need a fighter, you've found your guy."
"Zachary Hoskins is a dedicated and hard-working attorney who will zealously represent each and every client. He is first-rate."
"I went to Law School with Zachary Hoskins and from day one he was always prepared for class, any projects, or presentations we had. I am positive that his work ethic continues now that he an attorney. He relies not just on his ability (which is outstanding) but rather his great work ethic to represent every client. If I was not a lawyer myself, I would hire him myself to represent me in any legal matter, especially criminal law matters. He is the kind of attorney that I would recommend to my close friends and family!"
"Zach gets my unequivocal endorsement. We went through law school together; Zach was always prepared in every class and was clearly determined to do well. He was a leader in the law school and a trusted friend. In practice, Zach brings the same determination to his advocacy. He is insightful, intelligent and puts his clients first."
"I endorse this lawyer."
"I endorse this lawyer. Zachary is intelligent and hard working. He goes the extra mile for his clients!"
"I happily endorse Mr. Hoskins."
"Zachary is a very thorough, knowledgeable attorney who does everything he can for his clients."
"I endorse this lawyer. Mr. Hoskins is zealous in his representation of his clients."
"Mr. Hoskins is a caring attorney and hard worker. I gladly endorse this attorney."
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Experience
Honors
2025
Rising Star, Super Lawyers
2024
Rising Star, Super Lawyers
2023
Rising Star, Super Lawyers
2022
Rising Star, Super Lawyers
2021
Rising Star, Super Lawyers
2020
Rising Star, SuperLawyers
2019
Fellow, National Association of Distinguished Counsel
2019
Rising Star, Super Lawyers
2017
10 Best Criminal Law Attorneys, American Institute of Criminal Law Attorneys
2017
Nationally Ranked Top 10 Under 40 Attorney Award, National Association of Criminal Defense Attorneys
2005
Most Outstanding Criminal Justice Student, Sinclair Community College
Work Experience
2017 - Present
Associate, Landrum & Shouse LLP
2015 - 2017
Trial Attorney, Thomas, Adams & Associates, P.C.
2013 - 2014
Attorney, Kentucky Department Of Public Advocacy
2012 - 2013
Contracts Negotiator, INC Research
2012 - 2012
Legal Extern, Kentucky Department Of Public Advocacy
2010 - 2010
Clerk, Legal Aid Of The Bluegrass
2009 - 2009
Legal Intern, Sword Floyd and Moody
Associations
2017 - Present
Love Thy Neighborhood Board of DirectorsBoard Member
2012 - Present
Clubhouse Scholarship CommitteeMember
Virginia State Bar
Member
Kentucky Bar Association
Member
Virginia Beach Bar Association
Member
2013 - 2014
National Association of Criminal Defense LawyersMember
2013 - 2014
Kentucky Association of Criminal Defense LawyersMember
2013 - 2014
National Association of Public DefendersMember
2009 - 2012
NKU Toastmasters InternationalTreasurer
2009 - 2012
NKU Latino Law Student AssociationVice President
Sample of Legal Cases
Reckless Driving, Illegal Exhaust
Reckless Driving Reduced to Speeding 9 over, Illegal Exhaust Dismissed
13 Felonies Nolle Prosequi
Plead Guilty to Misdemeanor Accesory After the Fact, 30 days all suspended, All other charges nolle prosequi
Robbery, Conspiracy
All Charges Nolle Prosequi
Falsely Reporting an Incident
Dismissed
Hit & Run over $250
$250 Fine
Shoplifting
Nolle Prosequi
Failure to Yield Right of Way Trial
Dismissed
Criminal Trespassing 2nd Degree
$200 fine
DUI 1st. Offense (Spanish Speaker)
Amended to Reckless Driving
Assault 4th Deg.
Dismissed
Felony Criminal Mischief 1st Deg
Not Guilty Verdict
Felony Receiving Stolen Property
Dismissed
Possession of Controlled Substance (Heroin), Possession of Drug Paraphernalia
Heroin Charge Dismissed upon plea to Paraphernalia
Wanton Endangerment 1st Degree
Amended to Wanton Endangerment 2nd Degree
Robbery 2nd Degree
Amended to Theft by Unlawful Taking-Shoplifting
Carrying Concealed Weapon
Dismissed upon proof of CCW permit
Assault
Dismissed
2 Counts of Assault
Nolle Prosequi
Assault
Nolle Prosequi
Education
2013
Faubush Litigation Persuasion Institute
2012
Northern Kentucky University, Salmon P. Chase College of Law
JD - Juris Doctor
2005
Eastern Kentucky University
BA - Bachelor of Arts
Speaking Engagements
2013
NKU Multicultural Conference
Leadership
2010
Salmon P. Chase American Inns of Court
E-Discovery
Languages
English
Spanish
Activity
Legal Answers
Legal Guides
Legal Answers
Q&A
What are the usual plea bargains that are given to first time offenders ?
29 Aug 2018
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Can a kroger employee along with another civilian grab and detain a person for shoplifting??
25 Aug 2018
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What is the punishment in Kentucky for 4th degree assault?
25 Mar 2018