Top Rated Jefferson County, KY Criminal Defense Lawyers

In Jefferson County, Kentucky, there are 428 criminal defense lawyers available with 793+ reviews, ratings and specialties. Best‑reviewed attorneys appear first. Cities within the county are listed below for a more focused search.

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Jefferson County Has 428 Criminal Defense Attorneys with 793 Reviews

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Jefferson County Criminal Defense Attorney

Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 13 years

Practice Areas: Criminal Defense, DUI & DWI, Immigration and more

Bio: With over 13 years of experience, Tyler Hitch is a seasoned defense attorney known for his proficiency in handling DUI and felony cases. Representing clients in the U.S. District Court for both the Eastern and Western Districts of Kentucky, Tyler ...

Rating: 6.9

Call for a FREE consultation(502) 628-4730

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Jefferson County Criminal Defense Attorney

Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 23 years

Practice Areas: Criminal Defense, Family

Bio: Any lawyer or Judge in Kentucky will likely tell you there is no substitute for the knowledge and experience that come from trying cases before a jury. Leland has been practicing law in Kentucky for the past 14 years. He has handled nearly every t...

Rating: 10

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Criminal Defense Lawyers in Jefferson County, KY

Criminal defense lawyers represent clients at every stage of a criminal case: investigation, arrest, arraignment, plea bargaining, trial, and appeal. They assess evidence, protect constitutional rights, negotiate reduced charges or sentences, cross-examine witnesses, raise defenses, file motions, and advocate to minimize penalties or obtain acquittals.

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Criminal defense lawyers represent clients at every stage of a criminal case: investigation, arrest, arraignment, plea bargaining, trial, and appeal. They assess evidence, protect constitutional rights, negotiate reduced charges or sentences, cross-examine witnesses, raise defenses, file motions, and advocate to minimize penalties or obtain acquittals.

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Jefferson County Criminal Defense Attorney

Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 14 years

Practice Areas: Criminal Defense, Domestic Violence, DUI & DWI and more

Bio: Ashley’s primary practice area is criminal defense. She has represented thousands of clients in District and Circuit Courts throughout the Commonwealth of Kentucky. Her representation has included the following offenses: Traffic Tickets, DUIs, Bad...

Rating: 10

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Jefferson County Criminal Defense Attorney

Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 16 years

Practice Areas: Criminal Defense, DUI & DWI, Domestic Violence and more

Bio: I serve clients needing help with DUIs, traffic tickets, expungements, drug charges, domestic violence, misdemeanors and all felonies. Examples of other charges include marijuana offenses, drug trafficking, drug possession, methamphetamine, heroin...

Rating: 9.3

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Jefferson County Criminal Defense Attorney

Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 14 years

Practice Areas: Criminal Defense, Immigration, Personal Injury and more

The right defense attorney makes all the difference. Call today to schedule a consultation.

Rating: 8.1

Call for a consultation(502) 488-9673

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Jefferson County Criminal Defense Attorney

Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 12 years

Practice Areas: Criminal Defense, Discrimination, Employment & Labor and more

Bio: Brian grew up in the Buechel area and graduated from Saint Xavier High School in 2004. Brian then studied political science and English at Western Kentucky University, graduating with a B.A. in 2008. He next worked for a hospital for two years bef...

Rating: 6.8

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Jefferson County Criminal Defense Attorney

Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 15 years

Practice Areas: Criminal Defense, Medical Malpractice, DUI & DWI and more

Bio: I am Former top-level prosecutor with several years of experience handling some of the community's largest cases. I have extensive experience with cases involving Trafficking and Possession of Drugs, DUIs, Federal Drug Trafficking and White Collar...

Rating: 10

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Jefferson County Criminal Defense Attorney

Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 14 years

Practice Areas: Criminal Defense, Family

Bio: My passion has been assisting clients across the Commonwealth of Kentucky since 2011. I make myself personally available to each and every client regardless of their issue. I handle criminal and family law cases in nearly every county in Kentucky....

Rating: 9.5

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Jefferson County 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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Jefferson County Criminal Defense Attorney

Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 37 years

Practice Areas: Criminal Defense, Sex Crime

Jennifer has tremendous experience defending the rights of those charged with criminal offenses

Rating: 10

Call for a consultation(812) 748-8002

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Jefferson County Criminal Defense Attorney

Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 20 years

Practice Areas: Criminal Defense, Personal Injury

Review: "This experience with Roy was one of the easiest things I've ever done . I left everything in his hands and in return was more then please with his results oragized, professional, and determined to get the most for me. Thank you!"

Rating: 9.3

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Jefferson County Criminal Defense Attorney

Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 32 years

Practice Areas: Criminal Defense, Family, Divorce & Separation and more

Bio: I have been practicing law since 1993 and have significant experience in business, real estate and family law. I have been involved in a variety of major business transactions and, as a result, have a broad basis of knowledge and expertise in nume...

Rating: 7.6

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Jefferson County Criminal Defense Attorney

Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 36 years

Practice Areas: Criminal Defense, Chapter 7 Bankruptcy, Chapter 13 Bankruptcy and more

Bio: Restart by getting relief from your debt. Rebuild your 700+ credit score. Restore your joy and hope for tomorrow. Greg Jennings Law Office is a consumer bankruptcy firm providing personalized service with persons and businesses in their financial ...

Rating: 7.5

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Jefferson County Criminal Defense Attorney

Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 17 years

Practice Areas: Criminal Defense, Social Security, Personal Injury

Review: "I was referred to Chad via a Family Member and on Short Notice.. The communication was impeccable and swift.. everything was explained so that I could understand. I have been recommending Chad to all my Co-Workers and Family Members . Great Servic..."

Rating: 7.1

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Jefferson County Criminal Defense Attorney

Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 23 years

Practice Areas: Criminal Defense, Car Accidents, Personal Injury and more

Bio: John has been an attorney in Kentucky for more 20 years. He has tried numerous jury trials in Jefferson County and in other parts of the state and handled numerous multi-million dollar injury claims. John graduated from the Louis D. Brandeis Schoo...

Rating: 8.0

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Jefferson County Criminal Defense Attorney

Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 37 years

Practice Areas: Criminal Defense, State, Local And Municipal Law

Bio: In February, 1988, Mr. McCall took and passed the Indiana Bar Exam prior to graduating from the University of Louisville Brandeis School of Law. After graduation from law school Mr. McCall passed the Kentucky Bar Examination and in October 1988, o...

Rating: 7.7

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Jefferson County Criminal Defense Attorney

Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 18 years

Practice Areas: Criminal Defense, Divorce & Separation, Child Custody and more

Bio: As a graduate of Providence High School, I have always been driven for success. After high school, I went on to graduate from Smith College, and then went on to pursue my Master of Science in Biology from IUPUI. My legal education was obtained fro...

Rating: 7.3

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Jefferson County Criminal Defense Attorney

Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 11 years

Practice Areas: Criminal Defense, Violent Crime, DUI & DWI and more

Review: "this man is a dam good lawyer will not let them just give you anything definitly will fight fr you got my time frm 14 to 8 was very pleased and communication was great"

Rating: 6.2

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Jefferson County Criminal Defense Attorney

Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 30 years

Practice Areas: Criminal Defense, Personal Injury, Estate Planning and more

We don't get paid until you do! Call us today so we can help you!

Rating: 9.1

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Jefferson County Criminal Defense Attorney

Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 20 years

Practice Areas: Criminal Defense, Bankruptcy & Debt, Foreclosure and more

Review: "I don't know what we would have done without her help through all the processes we have had to go through. She is very kind and makes you feel very comfortable from the moment you meet her like she has known you all her life. She was an absolute G..."

Rating: 6.7

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