Anderson County Lawyers

Adrienne Worsham Kim, an Associate at Gray and White Law, is a native of Louisville, Kentucky. Ms. Worsham Kim attended the University of Louisville and successfully completed the honors program, which included writing and defending her thesis based on the historical case Loving v. Virginia. In 2002, she graduated summa cum laude with a Bachelor's degree in history. Ms. Worsham Kim was the President of her sorority--Sigma Kappa--and was named Greek Woman of the Year in 2005. While studying law, she worked as a research assistant for Professor David Leibson, served as Secretary of the Student Bar Association, and was...

Tyler has over 13 years of experience as a defense attorney, and has become an accomplished trial attorney in both DUI and felony cases. Tyler represents clients in federal criminal cases in U.S. District Court — Eastern and Western Districts of Kentucky. He is an expert at negotiations and finds creative solutions for clients in even the most difficult situations. He is fearless in defending clients against far more aggressive and powerful entities, and he is not afraid to take a case to trial. Tyler was born and raised in the northern suburbs of Chicago. He is a graduate with Highest...

After graduating law school, Ryan Vantrease began his career as an Assistant County Attorney for the Jefferson County Attorney's Office where he specialized in the prosecution of DUI and DUI related offenses. During his tenure with the County Attorney's Office, Ryan litigated all aspects of misdemeanor cases and conducted numerous trials by jury in Jefferson District Court. Ryan took this litigation experience with him when, in 2003, he became an Assistant Commonwealth Attorney in Jefferson County. While employed as an Assistant Commonwealth Attorney, Ryan prosecuted all levels of felony criminal offenses in Jefferson Circuit Court, including numerous trials by jury....

I am Pat McElhone, an attorney with a focus on representing victims of serious injury or death. With over 25 years of experience, I have earned recognition as one of Kentucky's Top Lawyers and have been consistently acknowledged as one of the Best Lawyers in the United States. Throughout my career, I have represented clients in Louisville and across the Commonwealth of Kentucky. My practice has also extended beyond state lines, as I have successfully litigated cases in multiple jurisdictions throughout the United States. If you or a loved one has suffered a serious injury or wrongful death, I am dedicated to...

Matt has been a Member in Stoll Keenon Ogden’s Louisville office for more than a decade, practicing in state and federal courts on matters pertaining to complex commercial and contractual disputes, bankruptcy, foreclosures and debt collection issues.

Finding the right tactical approach to a challenge is just one way Matt works to achieve his clients' goals. He is dedicated to SKO’s commitment to outstanding service and aims to handle matters in the most efficient and cost-effective manner possible. This is supported by his role with SKO’s internal technology group to implement new tools and processes that help the firm deliver value...

In and out of the courtroom, Diana L. Skaggs is on the forefront of new developments in the practice of family law and is recognized for her innovation in the field as well as her continued dedication to families, children and public service. She received the Louisville Bar Association’s 2006 Revell Family Law Award in honor of these commitments. Past President of the Kentucky Chapter of the American Academy of Matrimonial Attorneys, where she also served on the national Board of Governors, Skaggs takes an active role in professional organizations and frequently teaches other family law attorneys and judges...

Glen C. Daves is an aggressive, experienced Trial Attorney. Should you need an attorney in criminal defense or family courts, Mr. Daves brings over 22 years of the experience and skills necessary to provide sound advice and effective representation in misdemeanor and felony criminal offenses, or any and all areas of Family Law. He is admitted to practice in both state and federal court and aggressively has handled thousands of criminal and family court cases for individuals with diverse backgrounds throughout the years. Whether it is a simple traffic ticket or a serious felony offense, he is ready to handle your...

John is a first generation attorney originally from the west side of Cleveland, OH, now residing in La Grange, KY. He comes from a blue-collar family and has worked many blue-collar type jobs, including landscaping, pizza delivery, general labor, lifeguarding, and garbage collection. Through working these jobs John has learned the value of hard work, loyalty and dedication. As your Louisville and Southern Indiana attorney, John has the training and experience to handle your legal problems.

LOUISVILLE ATTORNEY DEDICATED TO PROVIDING ATTENTIVE CIVIL REPRESENTATION: Darby Smith has practiced for over 15 years in the Commonwealth of Kentucky and handles a broad range of civil matters and disputes for both individuals and businesses. As an attorney he is dedicated to always conducting a thorough examination of the facts, evidence and circumstances so that he can tailor his representation both to your specific needs and to the situation. His goal in acting as a lawyer in all civil matters is to achieve favorable results for his clients in a timely, cost-sensitive manner. He truly believes in...

MILES DEVON SKEENS IV (JD, M.Ed) is a highly regarded litigator and lawyer with experience in both law and education. Upon graduation from Northern Kentucky University, Mr. Skeens was accepted into the prestigious Teach For America program, which places highly qualified educators in public school classrooms in underserved areas. Mr. Skeens taught high school government and history in Baltimore City Public Schools while earning his Masters of Science in Education from the top-ranked Johns Hopkins University. This experience endowed him with a passion for community-building, public service, and student rights.

Mr. Skeens graduated from the Brandeis School of Law at...

John has a B.A. in Spanish and Communications from the University of Louisville and worked as an editor for a decade before returning to school and earning his J.D. from the University of Louisville Brandeis School of Law. He is a member of Kentucky Bar Association and the Kentucky Justice Association.

I have lived in Lexington, KY for the majority of my life. I worked at the Office of the Attorney General while attending lawsuit and immediately upon graduating, I worked in Criminal Appellate Division of the AG's Office.
In 1989, I setup a private practice in Lexington, Kentucky where I have been practicing in all facets of family Law, Wills, Trust and Estates, Criminal, Business, Contracts, Employment Law and some Personal Injury.
I practice out of the Lexington Downtown Office location.
I have always been a very dedicated...

Managing Partner at Smith O'Toole & Brooke, the "SOB Law Firm". We provide a full spectrum of legal services including Criminal Defense, Civil Litigation, Divorce & Custody, Probate, Estate Planning, Bankruptcy, Employment, and Real Estate. Our team of lawyers is ready to fight for you. Let's face it, sometimes it takes and SOB to get the job done right. We provide effective, focused, solution driven representation for our clients.

Todd A. Greenwell holds a B.A. in Communications from the University of Kentucky and graduated cum laude from Chase College of Law. Todd handles each case with excellence, which has resulted in hundreds of satisfied clients. Todd is a proud member of the Kentucky Justice Association.

As the founder of Sam Aguiar Injury Lawyers, Sam has built a firm renowned for unmatched client service, industry-leading case results, and strong community connections. Our dedication to clients, culture, and the community has established the firm as one of the most admired in Kentucky and beyond. Personally, Sam has had several measurable accomplishments in his career. Some include: Appointment as class counsel in Davis v. State Farm, a certified class action that recovered unpaid first-party coverage benefits, along with a bad faith multiplier payment and interest, for hundreds of Kentucky insureds who had not been informed of their uninsured and underinsured...

Shane Benson has a B.S. in psychology and B.A. in both philosophy and religion from the University of Georgia. He earned his J.D. from the University of Louisville’s Brandeis School of Law. He is a member of the Kentucky Bar Association. He is admitted to the United States District Court, Eastern and Western Districts of Kentucky.

Shortly after passing the Ohio State Bar exam, I was called to active duty in the United States Marine Corps in October of 2002. I attended Naval Justice School and was assigned as the chief prosecuting attorney of Marine Corps Air Station New River. I served two tours in Iraq. I was active duty USMC through 2007 and continue to be a USMC Reservist and am Deputy Staff Judge Advocate of the 4th Marine Aircraft Wing. When I was no longer active duty USMC, I accepted a position as an Assistant Prosecutor for Hamilton County, Ohio. And recently, I accepted a position as a criminal...

Elizabeth Pratt Bernardi holds a B.A. from Centre College and a J.D. from University of Louisville Brandeis School of Law. Elizabeth is a member of the American Bar Association, the Kentucky Bar Association, the Kentucky Justice Association and the Louisville Bar Association.

John Wesley Oakley II, commonly known as Jay Oakley, is a criminal defense lawyer in Lexington, KY. Jay is a graduate of Vanderbilt University, summa cum laude, and the Salmon P. Chase College of Law at Northern Kentucky University.
As the head attorney of Oakley & Oakley, LLC, Jay offers personalized legal services to a wide range of clients. He focuses his practice in the areas of Personal Injury, and Criminal Defense and is licensed to practice in all courts of the Commonwealth of Kentucky, Federal Court for the Eastern District of Kentucky and the United States Court of Appeals...

James M. Morris became licensed in Kentucky in May, 1995. James holds licenses in DC, Georgia, Illinois, Kentucky, Michigan, Ohio, Pennsylvania, Tennessee, Texas, and Virginia, and is also admitted by the United States Supreme Court, the Third Circuit, Fourth Circuit, Sixth Circuit, Seventh Circuit, Eighth Circuit, Ninth Circuit, and Eleventh Circuit, and Federal Circuit Courts of Appeals, as well as the Eastern District & Western District of Kentucky, Eastern & Western District of Michigan, Southern District of Ohio, Southern District of Indiana, Northern District of Illinois, Eastern, Middle, and Western District of Tennessee, Northern District of Alabama, Southern District...

Patrick McClure has been a very active voice in the Danville area since 2000, and formed McClure and McClure with legendary Boyle County attorney George in 2004. While Kentucky does not certify specialties of legal practice, focusing on the Criminal Defense, including DUI, Drugs, including Marijuana, Divorce, Custody, and other Family Law allows Patrick to stay fresh while his roots allow him to cater to our local clientele. George maintains his presence in estate planning, Wills, Real Estate, and Bankruptcy while assisting Patrick in the Courtroom battles of the District, Circuit, and Family Courts of Central Kentucky. The McClure family of...

Patrick Barsotti, a native of Boyle County, returns to his roots in the Danville community eager to offer his legal services to those who supported his early years. Patrick recognizes the privilege of being a member of the business community in Central Kentucky, which fostered the family business that he grew up in. The Barsotti family has a long history of community service and professional integrity throughout the area. As an attorney, Patrick understands that every legal matter demands a unique solution. As such, he enjoys working closely with his clients so that he can satisfy their needs and effectively...

Jerry Pierson is from Peoria, Illinois, where he graduated from Bradley University in 1987. He received a master’s degree from the University of Toledo in 1990. Before law school, he taught college history, edited scholarly manuscripts, and worked in social service administration.

At the University of Kentucky College of Law, Jerry wrote onto the Kentucky Law Journal, then held the post of managing editor while redesigning the journal’s typography and workflow. He earned his J.D. in 2006 and was that year’s winner of the Oexmann Writing Award.

Before coming to Gary C. Johnson, PSC in 2011, Jerry engaged in insurance defense and...

Practiced Personal Injury law and tried cases in state and federal court since graduating from law school in 1996. Came to Isaacs & Isaacs from Hawkins Law Office in Bowling Green, Kentucky, his own firm, that opened in 2007.

Steve Imhoff is a licensed attorney in all courts in the Commonwealth of Kentucky, as well as the Federal Courts. Steve has practiced law in Kentucky for over 35 years. His primary focus is personal injury, automobile accidents, slip and fall, back injuries and pain and suffering, with association with experienced attorneys in medical malpractice, brain injury, spine injury, products liability and other specialties. Steve is a member of the Kentucky Bar Association, the Louisville Bar Association and the Transportation Lawyers Association. Steve was a member of the Louisville Bar ethics committee for twenty years. Steve has given back to the...

Abby is dedicated to using her education and experience to advocate for those in need. She has extensive litigation experience handling cases involving car accidents, trucking collisions, nursing home abuse, and medical negligence. Abby represents individuals who have suffered severe injuries, including brain and spinal cord trauma. With unwavering commitment and determination, she meticulously investigates each case, uncovering the dangerous actions and oversights that led to her clients’ injuries. Her substantial trial experience and proven success allow her to secure the best possible outcomes for those she represents. Before focusing on injury victims, Abby worked as a business litigator...

Blake D. Donithan, a native of Pikeville, KY, is dedicated to representing individuals who have been injured due to medical negligence, nursing home neglect and abuse, product liability, car accidents, and slip-and-fall incidents. Blake earned her degree in International Studies from the University of Kentucky in December 2017. She went on to attend the University of Kentucky J. David Rosenberg College of Law, where she served as the Articles Solicitation Editor for the *Kentucky Journal of Equine, Agriculture, and Natural Resources Law.* During law school, Blake joined Grossman Green as a law clerk, later becoming an Associate Attorney after...

Jimmy Brannon has more than 30 years successful experience in a wide array of practice areas including criminal law, bankruptcy, family law and divorce.
As a part of his criminal practice, Jimmy has tried and won numerous serious felony cases in Kentucky including three murder trials and multiple other serious felony cases in addition to misdemeanor and DUI cases.
Please take the time to look at our web site at https://www.jimbrannonlawoffice.com/ for more information about areas of practice and proven experience.

I graduated from the University of Louisville in 1997 with a Bachelor of Arts in History. I went on to attend the Brandeis School of Law at the University of Louisville in 2000. After graduating from law school, I began my legal career at the Jefferson County Public Defenders Office. There, I honed my skills defending the accused. I also gained an appreciation for the value in treating everyone with respect and compassion, regardless of their circumstances. In 2003 I began my own practice. I focus on helping those facing criminal charges, individuals injured in accidents and in immigration...

My name is Michael P. Sullivan and I am an attorney in Louisville, Kentucky. The vast majority of my practice since 1990 has been (and remains) devoted to Social Security Disability matters. Disability is what I do and my staff is well trained in only this field of law. This field of law requires that a practitioner have (or be willing to obtain) an in-depth knowledge of a host of medical issues, as well as being adept at administrative law. My engineering background has provided a technology knowledge base that I can utilize to better prepare, track, and present cases. The...