Berea Lawyers

Robert "Rob" A. Morrin was raised and educated in Richmond, Kentucky. He completed his undergraduate studies at Eastern Kentucky University, earning his Bachelor of Arts degree in Political Science in 2004. Upon application to Salmon P. Chase College of Law, he was awarded an academic scholarship which allowed him to attend.

While at Chase, he served as a Member of the Honor Council, a Student Representative in the Student Bar Association, Congressional Intern on Capitol Hill in Washington, D.C., a Group Leader for the pro bono project Water for Haiti, and as a Criminal Defense Intern with...

Wesley Browne began his legal career as a prosecutor in Madison County, Kentucky in 1999 before moving into private practice. In those years he has developed a reputation as an outstanding trial attorney, and a skillful aggressive negotiator. Browne serves the communities of Richmond and Berea, as well as surrounding areas including Winchester/Clark County, Irvine/Ravenna/Estill County, Jackson County, and other nearby communities. Browne is married and has two children in the Madison County School system. A former college athlete, he has volunteered his time as a youth sports coach for over sixteen years. He also owns other...

Joseph Lambert handles a wide variety of personal injury cases, including car accidents, truck accidents, motorcycle accidents, dog bites, slip and falls, nursing home abuse, and product liability.

Lambert has represented hundreds of clients who have been severely injured. He is passionate about helping injured people rebuild their lives after a severe injury.

Lambert serves as aggressive legal counsel for clients in his hometown of Mount Vernon and surrounding areas, including Richmond, Somerset, London, Berea, Lancaster, Stanford, McKee, and Lexington.

Austin Mehr has tried more insurance bad faith cases to judgment than any other attorney in Kentucky. Notable Mehr Fairbanks Trial Verdicts*: 2013 Defense Scott Kentucky Farm Bureau Mutual Insurance Company 2011 $2,634,175.00 Bell Kentucky National Insurance Company 2009 $4,394,681.00 Kenton The Medical Protective Company 2007 $50,000.00 ...

With more than seventeen years of legal expertise in the areas of Divorce and Family Law, Louisville, Kentucky-based Hugh W. Barrow is a Founding Partner of Barrow Brown Carrington, PLLC. His mission is to provide personal and empathetic client service to those living through divorce—a lost art among many legal service practices. Working throughout the Louisville region and its surrounding counties, Hugh provides both high-end litigation services and uncontested and other out-of-court divorce solutions. He has represented thousands of clients in litigated cases and won numerous awards for his skilled trial work. He has extensive courtroom and trial experience, and currently...

Attorney Gary C. Johnson has been representing people who have been harmed by the negligence of others in eastern and central Kentucky for more than 30 years.

Mr. Johnson's practice is dedicated exclusively to plaintiff personal injury cases involving vehicular negligence, product liability, medical malpractice, workplace accidents, catastrophic injuries and wrongful death.

Mr. Johnson has won several multimillion dollar jury verdicts and settlements over his long and distinguished career, including the eighth-largest verdict in the United States for 2002. He has the largest personal injury jury verdict of any lawyer in the state of Kentucky.

In 2008, Gary C. Johnson was awarded...

Charles "Charlie" Brown is a Louisville native and graduate of duPont Manual High School. He studied psychology at Bellarmine University and law at Valparaiso University School of Law. In fear of another Northwest Indiana winter, Charlie returned to Louisville after his graduation from law school. After law school, Charlie was first a Staff Attorney for a family court judge, and after that an Associate Attorney in a Louisville law firm. Seeing ample opportunity for innovation in the practice of law, and with some encouragement from Dad, Charlie struck out on his own. Charlie focused on offering those seeking a divorce...

Committed to personally being involved and taking a “hands-on” approach to every case accepted. Over the last fourteen years, I have been personally involved in over 34 million dollars of personal injury verdicts or settlements. My experience includes litigation and trial representation with a concentration on cases involving complex personal injury, death and business litigation. When you become a client, I am available 24/7 to handle your legal needs. I personally handle your matter from start to finish — never handing it off to an associate.

Coming from a long line of small-town attorneys, Jay has always devoted his practice to representing clients who have been badly hurt or killed, or suffered other injuries at the hands of others. Jay has experience in both jury trials and appellate practice, in various practice areas including medical malpractice, birth injuries, trucking accidents, and defective products. His philosophy is that every case should be fully prepared for trial, with the hope of achieving a satisfactory settlement for his clients short of the courtroom while always being prepared to take his clients' cases to a jury. Jay is rated...

Matthew C. Minner is a co-founder and current managing partner of Minner Vines Injury Lawyers, PLLC, Kentucky office and a skilled personal injury attorney with more than 20 years of legal experience. Matt has been instrumental in a number of groundbreaking cases, earning record settlements and jury verdicts on behalf of his clients. Matt is committed to giving back to his community and uses this spirit of giving when relating to his clients. He regularly provides sound legal counsel and guidance, coupled with uncompromising legal representation that his clients can rely on. Call the firm for a free case evaluation...

Brent has been practicing law since 2008 when he became a judicial law clerk/staff attorney to the Hon. Jeffrey T. Burdette, Chief Judge, 28th Judicial Circuit, and Chief Regional Circuit Judge, Cumberland Region. As a law clerk/staff attorney, Brent worked on matters ranging from death penalty cases to will contests, business litigation, and property claims. Brent received his B.A. in English from the University of Kentucky and his J.D. from the Ohio Northern University College of Law. During law school, Brent became a member of Phi Alpha Delta Law Fraternity and the American Constitution Society. He...

I am a senior litigator at Barrow Brown PLLC, a small Kentucky-based divorce and family law firm proudly serving Kentucky and Indiana. We are committed to providing personal and empathic service to those living through divorce. Call me today to see how I can assist you!

With licenses to practice law in Kentucky, Ohio, and various Federal Courts, Steve Crandall has been a top trial lawyer for nearly 30 years. Steve’s goals are to first investigate your case to get you answers and then focus on holding those responsible for the mistakes that changed your life. Steve’s clients can attest to the fact that Steve is responsive, keeps them constantly updated and aggressively pursues their case. Steve also remains their lawyer for life. Steve Crandall is a force to be reckoned with in the legal world. His experience, trial skills and connections in the legal industry allow...

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...

Stotts Law, PLLC is a solo practice, offering legal services over a broad geographical area, including Fayette, Bourbon, Woodford, and Scott Counties, and other surrounding areas upon request. Areas of practice include family law, divorce, child custody and time sharing, adoption, child support, domestic violence, and more.

Mr. Coleman is now the Managing Partner and majority owner of Hughes and Coleman Injury Lawyers, a firm he cofounded in 1985 with J. Marshall Hughes. The firm has grown during its 37 years, and currently has 30 attorneys and 10 offices in Kentucky and Tennessee, and an affiliated firm in Albuquerque, New Mexico. Lee is proud that two of his sons, Benjamin and Andrew, are attorneys practicing with H&C. Lee earned his Law Degree from the University of Louisville, graduating in 1981, and earned his undergraduate Business Administration degree from the University of Kentucky, graduating in 1978. In 1985 Lee...

Andrew’s childhood was shaped by the legal world. His mother (a former District Court Judge) and father (a personal injury lawyer) would often have discussions revolving around legal work and case facts. While he didn’t find these conversations appealing during adolescence, Andrew discovered that the legal industry became more and more captivating with age. Although increasingly intrigued by legalese, Andrew decided to embark on another path and graduated from Western Kentucky University with a degree in Accounting. However, at the end of his undergraduate experience, he realized he wouldn’t find fulfillment as an accountant and proceeded to attend Northern Kentucky University...

Dale Golden graduated from the Cumberland School of Law, Samford University, Birmingham, Alabama and was admitted to the Kentucky bar in 1989. Dale is nationally certified as a Civil Trial Specialist by the National Board of Trial Advocacy, which is accredited by the American Bar Association. (Note: Kentucky does not recognize specialties in fields of law). Dale is a member of the Class Action Trial Lawyers Association based on his knowledge and experience in class action lawsuits. He is a member of the Million Dollar Advocates Forum that requires each member to have received a verdict and final judgment from...

I have worked with many business owners, entrepreneurs and corporate management for over 30-plus years, in the times when their businesses are facing difficult financial situations. Our Firm works closely with both corporate and individual clients to analyze their options to reorganize and restructure, whether outside of court or in a chapter 11 proceeding, or to maximize liquidations for the benefit of all the stakeholders. I also work with high-net-worth individuals who may need to explore chapter 11 options for themselves on a personal level; all types of creditors in chapter 11 cases; insiders...

Andre Regard is an experienced litigator. In addition to litigation, Andre provides general business advise to clients.

Bradley Clark has more than a decade of experience dealing with all types of criminal defense matters in Kentucky. He joined the Suhre & Associates team in 2020 and is dedicated to providing great service to the people of Lexington, KY.

He first started as a state court public defender in the city of Lexington and then transitioned as an appointed counsel in death penalty cases.

He also worked in the private sector which allows him to have a broader and richer vision when it comes to defending the freedom of people.

Attorney Brad received his undergraduate degree from Washington University...

To Kate Dunnington, the Assistant Managing Partner at Becker Law Office, there’s more to serving clients than giving sound legal guidance. There’s also the more human side of providing emotional support for them during difficult times. “A lot of times people are angry about the situation they’re in, and they’re nervous about what’s going to happen,” she says. “The part I like most about my work is talking with these people, connecting with them, and putting myself in their shoes as best I can. I try to help and direct them throughout the process, keep them informed and ease their minds...

James R. Moncus III is a co-founder, managing partner, and skilled personal injury attorney at Minner Vines Moncus. His practice has encompassed everything from serious automobile accidents to fraud to wrongful death to month-long aviation accident federal court cases. Jamie has been repeatedly included in the Super Lawyers® list every year since 2011, is AV Preeminent® Rated by Martindale-Hubbell®, and has been included two times in the National Law Journal’s “Top 100 List” for successfully obtaining multi-million dollar verdicts in 2011 and 2013. When assisting his clients, Jamie works hard to provide the exceptional representation they need and the compassionate...

Rebecca Hurst is the Managing Partner at Hurst & Hurst, Attorneys at Law. She, along with her husband, attorney Daniel Hurst are founding partners of the firm. Rebecca’s practice focuses primarily on Family & Divorce Law, Bankruptcy and Personal Injury.

She is committed to providing her clients with the legal services they need and prioritizes continuing legal education to help her better serve her clients. That is why Rebecca was recognized by the Kentucky Bar Association in 2015 and given an award for her efforts.

Born and raised in Berea, Kentucky on her family’s farm, she grew up working on the farm...

I am a native of Lexington, Kentucky and graduated from University of Kentucky with a Bachelors in Communications in 2010. I went on to graduate from St. Thomas School of Law in 2013, where I was a member of the International Moot Court. My focus is on serving those in need of green cards, non-immigrant visas, as well as, asylum cases. However, as a licensed attorney I am able to assist you in any legal matter you may have.

A Kentucky native, Derrick Harris uses his many life experiences to help him relate to people from any walk of life. He knew at a young age that he wanted to enter the legal field. In the fourth grade, he participated in and won a mock jury trial at an old courthouse in downtown Lexington. You could say from there onward he was on the pursuit of justice. Derrick attended undergrad at University of Kentucky and law school at Appalachian School of Law in Virginia. During his first year of law school, he was a law clerk for the Commonwealth...

Member and Vice Chair, Kentucky Bar Association Alternative Dispute Resolution Section Volunteer Mediator, Fayette County District Court Small Claims Mediation Program First International Mediation Institute (IMI) Qualified Mediator Qualified for recognition as IMI Certified Mediator Completed Assessment, IMI Online Mediator Specialization Certified Dispute Resolution Analyst, NextLevel Mediation Member, American Bar Association ODR Task Force Working Group III Member, American Bar Association (ABA) and its Dispute Resolution Section Individual Panel Member, ADR ODR International Fellow, World Mediation Organization Life Fellow, Kentucky Bar Foundation (KBF), nonprofit, charitable arm of Kentucky’s legal community

At the Kessinger Law Group, we represent plaintiffs and defendants in federal and state courts, as well as in mediation and arbitration matters. As a former Assistant United States Atttorney and Career Law Clerk to a United States District Judge, I have learned what leads to success in the courtroom. Based on this experience, I am able to develop a strategy to achieve your goals in a timely manner through a clearly defined pathway. I will not waste your money on useless litigation tactics, unnecessary motions or wasteful maneuvers designed to increase your legal bill without providing sound,...

S. Hughston Nichols is a dedicated personal injury attorney at Hare Wynn. Hughston is passionate about his work at the firm, offering personalized, one-on-one attention and compassionate guidance for his clients. With more than a decade in practice, he works tirelessly in pursuit of the maximum recovery his clients are owed when someone else's negligent actions cause them harm. He has successfully recovered million and multi-million dollar settlements and verdicts for injured victims and their families and has also helped individuals facing complex contract disputes. Contact the firm to schedule your free consultation today.

Cara represents people who have been injured by automobile accidents, motorcycle accidents, medical negligence, and other personal injury cases. Cara went to University of Louisville School of Law and graduated with a Juris Doctor degree in 1989. Cara is licensed to practice law in the states of Kentucky and Indiana. She began her career in Indiana practicing general law until shifting the focus of her practice to personal injury cases in 1998.

My mission is to provide top-quality legal advice and services to my clients within the scope of my law practice. I am very proficient at drafting Last Wills & Trusts, handling Probate Law cases, and Guardianship proceedings. I also have extensive experience with Debtor and Creditor Legal Issues arising in Bankruptcy and non-bankruptcy situations (Chapter 7, 11, 12 and 13 cases), including representation of both debtors and creditors in complex Chapter 11 cases.

Mr. Simms graduated from the University of Kentucky with a B.A. in 1991 and received his J.D. from the University of Louisville in 1995. Prior to starting Atkinson, Simms & Kermode, he was engaged in practice with Hayden & Butler P.S.C. Mr. Simms is a member of the Kentucky Bar Association and is admitted to practice in both the Eastern and Western Districts of Kentucky. Mr. Simms is also a member of the National Association of Consumer Bankruptcy Attorneys. His areas of practice include consumer and business bankruptcy and reorganization, bankruptcy litigation and bankruptcy trustee representation. He has lectured numerous times...

The Cornett Law Firm offers clients representation across a variety of case types, including but not limited to, criminal defense litigation, domestic and family law disputes such as divorce and child custody, and personal injury cases. The primary focus is on representation of criminally charged clients, whether it be misdemeanors, felonies or federal charges. In addition, we represent and assist clients in the handling of protective orders, probation violations and various motions.

Attorney Ronald Wilt is the managing partner of Wilt Injury Lawyers. After earning his Bachelor of Arts degree from Earlham College, Mr. Wilt went on to receive a Doctoral Fellowship from Vanderbilt University, where he planned to study Physiological Psychology. But once he realized that his passion for teaching complex scientific ideas and interest in the law could be combined by focusing on medical malpractice, he went on to instead earn his Juris Doctorate from the University of Cincinnati College of Law. When he first started his practice, it began as a boutique criminal defense practice that transformed over the...