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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 of litigation has prepared him for handling any type of injury claim. He knows what the insurance companies look for in evaluating settlements and what drives increased settlements and successful results.
Mr. Peterson’s litigation practice include: auto and truck accidents, premises liability, fall cases, medical malpractice, wrongful death, personal injury, insurance bad faith (USCPA), product liability, business and contractual litigation, employment law, wrongful termination, and civil rights claims, including discrimination and retaliation matters. Mr. Peterson also serves as General Counsel for the Lexington Legends and coaches the tournament of champions trial teams at the University of Kentucky College of Law. Call today to schedule a consultation with Mr. Peterson or one of our other experienced Lexington personal injury lawyers today.
Kentucky, Call Me. I am here to help you and your family through the uncertain and difficult process following a serious injury caused by the fault of another. I handle cases involving serious personal injury and death and routinely handle complex litigation.
Practice Areas
6
Practice Areas
Personal Injury
25%
Trucking Accident
25%
Car Accident
20%
Defective and Dangerous Products
10%
Fees and Rates
Cost
Contingency
35%-45%
Licenses
Licensed in Kentucky for 17 years
State: Kentucky
Acquired: 2008
No misconduct found
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Justin Scott Peterson's Lawyer Endorsements
"Justin Peterson is a highly capable and trustworthy personal injury attorney. He is knowledgeable, responsive, and genuinely committed to advocating for his clients. Justin approaches each matter with professionalism and care, and he has earned the respect of both clients and fellow attorneys. He is someone I would confidently recommend to anyone needing personal injury representation."
"I endorse this lawyer."
"Justin is a great personal injury attorney whom I strongly endorse."
J Golden
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Experience
Honors
2025
Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers
2024
Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers
2023
Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers
2022
Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers
2021
Rising Star, Super Lawyers
2020
Rising Star, Super Lawyers
2019
Rising Star, Super Lawyers
2018
Rising Star, Super Lawyers
2017
Rising Star, Super Lawyers
2016
Rising Star, Super Lawyers
2008
Outstanding Trial Advocate Award, University of Kentucky College of Law
2008
Award for Excellency in Trial Advocacy, English, Lucas, Priest & Owsley
2008
Award for Excellency in Trial Advocacy, Charles E. "Buzz" English, Jr.
2008
Regional Champion Sixth Region, American College of Trial Lawyers
2008
Powell Medallion, American College of Trial Lawyers
2007
Regional Champion Sixth Region, American College of Trial Lawyers
2007
Powell Medallion, American College of Trial Lawyers
N/A
Award for Excellence in Trial Advocacy, Golden and Walters
Work Experience
2015 - Present
Partner, Golden Law Office
2008 - 2015
Partner, Golden and Walters
Associations
2008 - Present
Kentucky Bar AssociationMember
Education
2008
University of Kentucky College of Law
JD - Juris Doctor
2005
University of Kentucky
BS - Bachelor of Science Economics and Finance
Languages
English