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Richard Frank Dawahare
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I bring a lifetime of real-world experience on the issues that may be confronting you. Do you have aging parents who can no longer care for themselves and need a Power of Attorney or maybe even Guardianship? I've been there. Feeling the need to create a Willand other life/estate planning documents, or needing help with Probate administration? Perhaps you have a family issue, or you or a loved one has been hurt in an accident. Maybe you’re a Veteran who needs to appeal a denial of disability benefits. Have your Civil Rights been violated? Whatever you’re facing you need to discuss your options and chart a clear path forward. I can help.
CONSULTATION, COUNSELING, and ADVOCACY
For Families, Children, Elders, Veterans and YOU!
Give me a call and we can talk about it. And relax, initial consultations are free!
Practice Areas
4
Practice Areas
Elder Law
35%
17 years | 100 cases
Family
25%
17 years | 300 cases
Probate
20%
17 years | 25 cases
Wills and Living Wills
20%
17 years | 50 cases
Fees and Rates
Cost
Payment Methods
- Cash
- Check
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Licensed in Kentucky for 46 years
State: Kentucky
Acquired: 1979
No misconduct found
Location
Richard Frank Dawahare
P.O. Box 910804, Lexington, KY, 40591-0804
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Posted by Christine | October 05, 2020 | Hired Attorney | Probate
Fantastic Probate Lawyer
Richard did a fantastic job in my Mother’s Probate...he is exceptional in a very emotional situation! He did the case very efficiently without any added hours and was extremely upfront about what he thought the hours would be. God willing I don’t need him again but I appreciate his work!
Posted by Matt | June 12, 2015 | Adoption
Excellent Service
Richard has helped us with two adoptions. One adoption was for my step daughter and the other for two foster children. Richard is such a kind and genuine man, and always eager to get what you need taken care of. Not only did he keep us informed, but also helped to guide us in what we needed to do nex...
Richard Frank Dawahare's Lawyer Endorsements
"I endorse Richard Dawahare for his extensive knowledge and client service."
"I endorse this lawyer."
"Mr. Dawahare's contributions on this site are comprehensive and display a knowledge of probate concepts. He is an asset to the legal community."
"I respect and appreciate Attorney Frank's contributions and responses to inquiries on this site. I endorse this obviously knowledgeable attorney."
"I have had the unique opportunity as a Family Court Judge to observe the manner in which Richard Dawahare represents his clients week in and week out in the most challenging matters. Whether he is defending a parent facing life-changing allegations of neglect or abuse, or helping a child in crisis, Richard always goes beyond the call of duty and advocates for his clients with great zeal and determination.. I am constantly amazed at Richard's willingness, for example, to drive several hours to speak personally with a child in order to best promote the best interest of that child in court. Richard is the consummate gentleman with a unique balance of tenacious passion and wise discretion in his work. I am pleased to give him the highest commendation as a lawyer in family court."
W. Melling
Estate planning lawyer
Monty Donohew
Estate planning lawyer
Experience
Honors
2015
CLE Award Certificate, Kentucky Bar Association
Work Experience
2008 - Present
Attorney, Richard F. Dawahare, Esq.
1982 - 2008
Merchandise manager, Dawahare's
1980 - 1982
Buyer, Macy's, Inc.
Associations
2015 - Present
Kentucky Bar FoundationMember
2013 - Present
Kentucky Bar Association, Elder Law CommitteeMember
1979 - Present
Kentucky Bar AssociationMember
1979 - Present
American Bar AssociationMember
Sample of Legal Cases
D.O. v. Glisson, 846 F.3d 374 (6th Cir. 2017), cert. denied, 138 S.Ct. 316 (2017)
WON. The Sixth Circuit Court of Appeals unanimously held that Title IV-E of the Social Security Act, 42 U.S.C. § 670 et. seq., confers an individual right to foster-care maintenance payments that is enforceable by bringing suit under 42 U.S.C. § 1983.
Veach v. Commonwealth of Kentucky
Won. The Court found that the Commonwealth violated Kentucky statutory law in denying Plaintiff her rightful benefits
Bell v. Commonwealth of Kentucky
Won. The Court found that the Commonwealth of Kentucky Cabinet for Health and Family Services was violating federal law by applying a patient liability charge to Plaintiff
Education
1979
University of Kentucky College of Law
JD - Juris Doctor
1976
University of Tennessee, Knoxville (main)
BS - Bachelor of Science
Speaking Engagements
2018
UK/CLE Elder Law Conference
Guardianship, Conservatorhip and Curatorship
Publications
2018
Elder Law in Kentucky Handbook
Guardianship, Conservatorship and Curatorship
Languages
English
Activity
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Q&A
Deed tranafer?
04 Oct 2020
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My sister is Executor of my moms estate. I was living there before she passed. Sis came from WA to AZ & ousted me & now blocks m
04 Oct 2020
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What is my next step? This is an aspect of the law I know nothing about so please help. I can provide a more detailed history
03 Oct 2020