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    Matthew Jess Farra

    Matthew Jess Farra

    5.04 reviews
    Kentucky Criminal Defense Attorney
    Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 20 years
    Practice Areas:  Criminal Defense, Personal Injury
    Bio: I am a proud, lifelong Louisvillian. I love being a voice for my fellow citizens. As a trial lawyer, I have an obligation to hold the Government (or opposing party) to make their burden while protecting your Constitutional rights. I take this task...
    Rating:  7.1
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    Brenda Popplewell

    Brenda Popplewell

    5.03 reviews
    Kentucky Criminal Defense Attorney
    Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 28 years
    Practice Areas:  Criminal Defense, Civil Rights, Appeals
    Bio: Brenda Popplewell limits her practice to Criminal Defense, Civil Rights, Student Rights, and Appeals. She represents clients in state court throughout Kentucky and in federal court in Kentucky, Tennessee, Ohio, and Michigan. Our primary goal is to...
    Rating:  7.5
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    Derrick Lance Harris

    Derrick Lance Harris

    5.012 reviews
    Kentucky Criminal Defense Attorney
    Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 10 years
    Practice Areas:  Criminal Defense
    Bio: Derrick Harris has been a licensed attorney for eight years, primarily specializing in criminal defense law. He is immensely passionate about protecting the rights of his clients and has assisted with over 2,000 felony cases in his career thus far...
    Rating:  6.7
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    Michael James McMain

    Michael James McMain

    5.011 reviews
    Kentucky Criminal Defense Attorney
    Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 44 years
    Practice Areas:  Criminal Defense, Family, Divorce & Separation and more
    Bio: I began practicing law on October 14, 1981. I was in private practice until February 14, 1984 when I joined the law firm of Busald Funk Zevely. I became a partner with the firm in 1986 and have practiced with Busald Funk Zevely since then. I have ...
    Rating:  8.8
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    John Allan Combs

    John Allan Combs

    5.01 review
    Kentucky Criminal Defense Attorney
    Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 29 years
    Practice Areas:  Criminal Defense, Family, Bankruptcy & Debt
    Bio: John is a graduate of NKU Chase School of Law and has practiced in central and eastern Kentucky since 1996. He is a very strong, capable and experienced Lawyer, having practiced in nearly every area of law. Call today to discuss your case.Your ini...
    Rating:  6.9
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    J Richard Scott

    J Richard Scott

    5.08 reviews
    Kentucky Criminal Defense Attorney
    Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 26 years
    Practice Areas:  Criminal Defense, Divorce & Separation, Child Custody and more
    Bio: Since 1999, I represented clients in Greater Cincinnati and Northern Kentucky for their family law issues, such as divorce and custody, as well as defended client charged with crimes for petty misdemeanors up through murder, and literally everythi...
    Rating:  8.2
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    Sean Thomas Pharr

    Sean Thomas Pharr

    5.04 reviews
    Kentucky Criminal Defense Attorney
    Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 13 years
    Practice Areas:  Criminal Defense, Family, Personal Injury
    Review: "I was accused of FELONY child abuse and assault, incarecerated for twenty two months.there was an extensive investigation which took course over those many months.finally Sean Pharr flew in expert to testify on what he had found through said inves..."
    Rating:  6.6
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    Randy Martin O'Neal

    Randy Martin O'Neal

    5.08 reviews
    Kentucky Criminal Defense Attorney
    Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 15 years
    Practice Areas:  Criminal Defense, Family, Personal Injury
    Bio: Randy O’Neal is a seasoned trial attorney with a proven history of achieving favorable outcomes in the courtroom, including multiple not guilty verdicts and case dismissals in high stakes criminal matters. Recognized for his direct, uncompromising...
    Rating:  6.3
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    Leslie K Smith

    Leslie K Smith

    5.01 review
    Kentucky Criminal Defense Attorney
    Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 21 years
    Practice Areas:  Criminal Defense, Juvenile, Administrative Law
    Review: "I consulted with Leslie on a criminal matter in Louisville, Jefferson County Kentucky. I found her knowledgeable and informative. She gave me great advice and took the time to explain the law and the options available to me. I have recommended her..."
    Rating:  7.5
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    Christopher Hoerter

    Christopher Hoerter

    4.33 reviews
    Kentucky Criminal Defense Attorney
    Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 14 years
    Practice Areas:  Criminal Defense, Civil Rights, Car Accidents and more
    Review: "So far Mr. Hoerter is doing a great job. I got the impression that he listens to understand. He reiterated some of the things I was saying - he was on point. I am confident thus far that he has heard me. We are not done with litigation. However th..."
    Rating:  8.0
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    Edward C. Airhart

    Edward C. Airhart

    5.01 review
    Kentucky Criminal Defense Attorney
    Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 56 years
    Practice Areas:  Criminal Defense, Personal Injury, Divorce & Separation and more
    Review: "What a pleasure to just meet him and what a gentleman!! Extremely knowledgeable, makes you feel comfortable though, explains everything so you understand and just not out for the $$!! Wonderful Lawyer!! What him for everything!!"
    Rating:  7.8
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    John Olash

    John Olash

    5.010 reviews
    Kentucky Criminal Defense Attorney
    Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 37 years
    Practice Areas:  Criminal Defense, Personal Injury, Wrongful Death and more
    Review: "Mr. Olash was retained to represent my sister in a criminal case. From the beginning his participation gave my sister a sense of comfort. After months and months of the state trying to force a deal down her throat, Mr. Olash ultimately got the cha..."
    Rating:  7.6
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    Kristopher G. Bates

    Kristopher G. Bates

    4.25 reviews
    Kentucky Criminal Defense Attorney
    Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 13 years
    Practice Areas:  Criminal Defense, DUI & DWI, Personal Injury and more
    Review: "Just to let you know Mr Bates is one of the most professional lawyers I've came across in a long time. He takes his business and his firm quite seriously and I like that as a customer or client. He is direct honest and he doesn't play any games th..."
    Rating:  7.1
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    Scott Thomas Roby

    Scott Thomas Roby

    5.02 reviews
    Kentucky Criminal Defense Attorney
    Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 28 years
    Practice Areas:  Criminal Defense, Personal Injury
    Review: "I am a Special Forces Recruit for the U.S Army. On the day I enlisted, I made the mistake of celebrating my long-time dream coming true, with a couple friends at the bar. Little did I know that decision would drastically effect the next six months..."
    Rating:  6.7
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    Timothy Edward Schneider

    Timothy Edward Schneider

    4.03 reviews
    Kentucky Criminal Defense Attorney
    Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 37 years
    Practice Areas:  Criminal Defense, DUI & DWI, Divorce & Separation and more
    Bio: Timothy E. Schneider earned his Bachelor's Degree (BS) from Northern Kentucky University in 1985. He earned his law degree from the University of Cincinnati in 1988. Mr. Schneider is a founding member of the firm. He began practicing law in 1988 a...
    Rating:  7.4
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    Ryan Renuall Yates

    Ryan Renuall Yates

    5.09 reviews
    Kentucky Criminal Defense Attorney
    Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 19 years
    Practice Areas:  Criminal Defense, Bankruptcy & Debt, Personal Injury and more
    Bio: "Equitas Pro Omnibus Secundum Legem" are the words that stand strong above the Judge in the Livingston Circuit Courtroom. The meaning is simple but powerful, "Justice for All, According to Law." Those words are the foundation of why Ryan Yates lef...
    Rating:  7.3
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    Andrew G Downey

    Andrew G Downey

    5.01 review
    Kentucky Criminal Defense Attorney
    Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 17 years
    Practice Areas:  Criminal Defense, Immigration
    Bio: Andy is a Kentucky native who has lived in Louisville for nearly twenty years. He grew up in Bowling Green, attending Bowling Green High School. After high school, Andy attended the University of Rochester, in Rochester, NY, where he majored in Sp...
    Rating:  9.6
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    William Steven Middleton

    William Steven Middleton

    5.03 reviews
    Kentucky Criminal Defense Attorney
    Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 11 years
    Practice Areas:  Criminal Defense, Family, General Practice and more
    Bio: I'm a lifelong Kentucky resident and have been practicing law since 2014. I live in Lexington and serve counties throughout Kentucky. I enjoy reading, movies, sports, and spending time with friend and family.
    Rating:  6.9
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    Martin S. Summe

    Martin S. Summe

    5.012 reviews
    Kentucky Criminal Defense Attorney
    Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 11 years
    Practice Areas:  Criminal Defense, Personal Injury, DUI & DWI
    Bio: We are a firm in Northern Kentucky that handles every type of personal injury and criminal defense case, big or small. We routinely work on cases in Kentucky and Ohio, but are available to consult on cases nationwide.
    Rating:  7.8
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    Amy Jo Harwood-Jackson

    Amy Jo Harwood-Jackson

    5.01 review
    Kentucky Criminal Defense Attorney
    Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 27 years
    Practice Areas:  Criminal Defense, Lawsuits & Disputes, Litigation and more
    Review: "This woman is one of the best lawyers out there. She came to my rescue when I had no where else to turn. She helped get me out of jail after I was arrested without a warrant and she stood behind me after I filed an affidavit against someone of hig..."
    Rating:  6.8
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