Frakes Lawyers

Philip Coleman Lawson was born in Pineville, Bell County, Kentucky, the son of two lawyers. He attended Centre College in Danville, Kentucky. After graduating from Centre, Philip enrolled at the University of Louisville, Brandeis School of Law. While at UofL, Philip was an active member of the Moot Court Board and UofL’s Kentucky Intrastate Mock Trial Team. Philip also clerked for mid-size firm in Louisville, Kentucky and for former Chief Judge Hon. Sara W. Combs of the Kentucky Court of Appeals in Frankfort, Kentucky.

After law school, Philip moved to Frankfort to became a Trial Attorney...

Mr. Smith has been a trial attorney for 40 years and was a professor of law at Vanderbilt Law School. For the past twenty years, he has represented individuals in plaintiff's personal injury litigation. He is the founder of DRS Law, a top-rated personal injury law firm in Nashville, Tennessee. DRS Law has grown into a five-lawyer team that includes his three sons. EXPERIENCE Mr. Smith has been recognized by his peers as one of the Best Lawyers in America in Personal Injury Litigation and as one of the Best Lawyers in Tennessee. The Business Tennessee Best Lawyers List described Mr....

Austin Kennady is a native of McCracken County. He grew up in the Heath community and is a 2007 honors graduate of Heath High School. Austin graduated from the University of Kentucky cum laude with a Bachelor of Arts in History in 2011. While at UK, Austin participated in the Student Government Association, Sigma Chi Fraternity where he served as treasurer of their charity event, and worked as treasurer for a student investment group. He received a Juris Doctor degree from the University of Louisville Brandeis School of Law in 2014.

He joined the Bryant Law Center in 2014....

Katy began her legal career as Katy Lawrence, Esq. in July 2015. Her practice areas currently include Personal Injury, Bankruptcy, and Social Security. Katy is a 2005 graduate of Villa Madonna Academy in Villa Hills, Kentucky. She pursued her Bachelor degree in Business Management at Georgetown College in Georgetown, Kentucky. While at Georgetown College, Katy joined Sigma Kappa sorority, Kappa Alpha Rose Club, and performed as a Tiger Dancer throughout her college career. She received the Presidential Scholarship and graduated with honors in 2009. Following college, Katy attended South Texas College of Law in Houston, Texas. During her law school...

Hishem Alsalman specializes in immigration law and personal injury, with a strong focus on simplifying complex matters for you. My diverse background has given me valuable insights into the world of immigration. I've assisted numerous individuals in navigating intricate immigration procedures, including removal defense, family-based immigration, fiance(e) visas, work visas, asylum with USCIS and Immigration Court, humanitarian parole, citizenship and naturalization, credible fear interviews, and car accidents. My aim is to unravel legal intricacies, empowering you to make well-informed decisions.

Rachelle N. Howell is a Criminal Attorney, Family Law and Divorce Attorney, and Personal Injury Attorney in Louisville, KY, also serving surrounding counties including Oldham, Bullitt, Shelby, Hardin, and more. Ms. Howell is a zealous advocate for her clients. She is passionate, driven, and determined to see that justice is realized. During her career, Ms. Howell has differentiated herself as being an attorney for real people with everyday legal problems. She knows how to communicate and empathize without "talking like a lawyer" and when the time comes, she is as fierce an advocate as one could hope for.

Mark P. Bryant is a native of Paducah, Kentucky. He is a past president of the Kentucky Commonwealth's Attorneys Association; an Eagle Scout; on the board of the Four Rivers Counsel, Boy Scouts of America, and; in 1986 was selected to receive the Outstanding Commonwealth's Attorney in Kentucky award. In 1989, he was selected by the Jackson Purchase Lodge, Fraternal Order of Police, as citizen of the year and was awarded by the Paducah/ McCracken County Child Watch for outstanding service to the children of Paducah and McCracken County. Mark P. Bryant served as First Assistant Commonwealth's Attorney in McCracken County...

"We handle serious cases to get your life back!"

OLASH is a respected lawyer known throughout Kentucky for successful results in jury trials in serious cases!


I know how to get a good deal/plea bargain with over 100 trial cases experience.

OLASH will not be outworked. When I meet a client I ask him or her what outcome he or she expects. We discuss the probability of achieving the desired outcome and the possible approaches. Since 1988 as a defense lawyer I have represented 1000?s of people in criminal cases. I have 25 years of courtroom experience and a history...

Education: J.D., University of Louisville Law School,Louisville, Kentucky, 1976. State prosecutor 1977-1979. Entered into private practice concentrating on criminal law defense in state and federal courts, from DUI to death penalty jury trials. Nationally : Martindale-Hubbell AV RATING, 1984. Bar Register of Preeminent Lawyers, (..." just 5% of all law firms in America..." are selected to be included in this annual publication.)1990. Speaker: criminal law, procedure and professional responsibility. 2005 Kentucky Association of Criminal Defense Lawyers Haddad Award: "Old school in the best sense -- a fearless advocate for his clients who always places their interests first and never wavers...

Dual-licensed attorney in Kentucky and Florida representing individuals and organizations in state and federal civil and criminal matters.

Former prosecutor and former public defender.

Business developer and creative consultant for entrepreneurs, candidates, companies and nonprofits.

Legal research and writing professional open to contract with other legal practitioners as co-counsel.

Appellate successes and trial experience, as well as business development samples, can be viewed at www. MaggieJo.com/portfolio

Brent T. Ackerson & the Ackerson Law Offices believe that every client's case should be handled in the same manner that we would want our family's case cared for. We know that our clients are going through some of the toughest times of their lives. We are experienced, aggressive, and results driven.

Brent's law practice focuses on litigation of Kentucky injury and Kentucky death cases. These cases range from motor vehicle accidents (cars, trucks, motorcycles, watercrafts, etc.), to dangerous premises incidents (slip & falls, dog attacks, swimming pools, trampolines, etc.), to matters involving defective products (dangerous medicines, to recalled products, etc.),...

Karen Faulkner Law is an award winning legal practice representing clients in Louisville, Kentucky and the surrounding counties including Bullitt, Fayette, Franklin, Hardin, McCracken, Meade, Mercer, Nelson, Oldham, Pulaski, Shelby, Spencer, and Trimble. Karen Faulkner Law has over 14 years of experience in the area of Criminal, Civil, and Family Law with specialized knowledge and expertise in the area of juvenile criminal defense and dependency, neglect and abuse.

I was raised in the eastern Kentucky region. I am a 2010 Summa Cum Laude graduate of Pikeville College, and I hold a Bachelor of Arts degree in Political Science and History. While at Pikeville College, I was awarded the Trustee Scholarship and I was the 2009-2010 president of the Student Government Association. I was also the Salutatorian of my graduating class. After graduating college, I moved to Northern Kentucky to attend Salmon P. Chase College of Law. While in law school, I served as Clerk and Justice for the Hoffman Chapter of Phi Alpha Delta Law Fraternity, International....

I wasn’t born into the legal profession. Growing up, the thought of becoming a lawyer never crossed my mind. My legal journey began on the same dirt road as many of you that are reading this is on … as a client. I had a child very young and sought legal advice about my visitation rights. I met with an attorney that advised me that it would be cheaper to sign my rights away and then just find him when he turned 18. I was flabbergasted at that notion! The problem was that he didn’t see me as a person,...

Justin Sanders focuses his practice on civil litigation with an emphasis on wrongful death and catastrophic injury in car and truck wreck cases. Justin has a long record of success helping families who suffered injury through no fault of their own and extensive courtroom and first chair jury trial experience. Justin attended the University of Chicago, then transferred to the University of Kentucky, where he graduated Magna Cum Laude. Justin played on the varsity baseball teams at both schools and earned a spot on the SEC Academic Honor Roll each year while at UK. In 2004, Justin graduated Cum Laude from...

Amanda is a Kentucky licensed attorney practicing workers compensation law. She earned her bachelor’s degree from Western Kentucky University, where she double majored in political science and sociology and graduated summa cum laude. She earned her Juris Doctor from Salmon P. Chase College of Law.

My name is Kelsey Westermeyer and I am an attorney practicing in personal injury and social security disability here at Lawrence & Associates. I began working as a Law Clerk for Lawrence & Associates in the fall of 2015. As a personal injury and social security attorney it is my job to help my clients navigate through the legal process to get them the compensation they deserve, whether it be due to an injury or disability. It is very important to me to give each client individualized attention and to provide them with as much information as possible so that...

I am an active listener and compassionate attorney. My goal is to help my clients to achieve their objectives and a better life. I am a dual-qualified attorney in Ohio (2021) and Brazil (2012). I have more than 9 years of experience in Brazil and the US. I currently focus my practice on Social Security Disability and Bankruptcy.

I have spent over 27 years representing both business entities and individuals in a wide array of legal matters, and practice extensively in the areas of Corporate/Business (formations and transactions), Employment and Labor, Estate Planning and Probate, Contracts/Leases, Commercial, Construction, Real Estate, Banking, Environmental and General Litigation.

No client is too small or too big, and my goal in the practice of law is to provide each client with the hands-on, drop everything attention they deserve.

I am the President of the Vent Haven Museum in Ft. Mitchell, Kentucky, the only museum in the world dedicated exlusively to the art of ventriloquism;...

As a practicing attorney, I enjoy helping clients successfully navigate through the often confounding legal system and processes. I pride myself on knowing the application of the law to different fact scenarios that arise in each individual case. I am responsive to client needs. My efficiency and organization are just a few reasons clients refer their family and friends. I respond quickly to telephone calls, emails and text messages and follows up on matters as promised. My ability to see the big picture allows me to point out all the details along the way, including...

Tony's main focus lies in employment litigation, where he has achieved success by representing individuals who have asserted claims of sex discrimination, sexual harassment, age discrimination, disability discrimination, and retaliation. Aside from handling discrimination, harassment, and retaliation cases, Tony is skilled in negotiating severance agreements, litigating personal injury cases, and providing representation for individuals who have been injured by vaccines in the US Court of Federal Claims.

Mark Little is an experienced Madisonville bankruptcy lawyer who is dedicated to providing clients with the attentive and caring representation needed to help them effectively handle their debt. Attorney Little graduated from Vanderbilt University before earning his Juris Doctor from the University of Louisville Law School. He proudly served as a Major in JAG during Desert Storm with the US Army’s 101st Airborne Division. During his service he was awarded with the Air Assault Certification, the Meritorious Service Medal, and three Army Commendation Medals. Attorney Little has more than 30 years of experience in representing clients and guiding them through...

I represent people, not companies. If you have been hurt in a car accident, semi truck wreck, or motorcycle collision, we will get you the justice you deserve. I have represented clients in Henderson, Evansville, Union County, Webster County, Daviess County, Crittenden County, Vanderburgh County, Newburgh, Warrick County, Princeton, Gibson County, and throughout the rest of Kentucky and Indiana. Call the HurtCallCURT team at 270-844-8205, or visit our web site at www.hurtcallcurt.com for more information.

Established in 1984, I have maintained my office on Main Street the entire time, therefore, I am doing something right. Finally, I am user friendly as I come from a modest background!

Chris is a native of Murray, Kentucky and graduate of Calloway County High School. He received a Bachelor's degree in criminal justice and minor in Spanish from Murray State University. During college and after, Chris worked for the Calloway County Sheriff's Office as a deputy and dispatcher. After he left the Sheriff's Office, Chris spent six years as a Probation and Parole Officer with the Kentucky Department of Corrections, where he supervised adult felony offenders in the community. Chris left the Department of Corrections in pursuit of a law degree at the...

Jeremy Pruitt was born and raised in Murray, Calloway County, Kentucky. Jeremy attended and graduated from Calloway County High School. Jeremy is excited to return to his hometown of Murray and bring his big city firm experience and resources back to Murray to serve the people of Murray and Western Kentucky. Jeremy’s practice areas are broad, but he concentrates his practice in three (3) primary areas: litigation (including civil, family, and criminal), personal injury, and business law.

Jeremy’s legal experience began immediately upon graduating high school and throughout college when he worked part-time as a law clerk for a small firm...

For the past 25 years, my practice has focused on helping individuals, families, and small businesses to overcome financial setbacks and obtain a Fresh Start. Sometimes this means fighting foreclosures or defending against credit card suits. Very often, it involves filing bankruptcy to eliminate multiple debts or to consolidate several debts into one smaller monthly payment that my clients can actually afford. I treat my clients with dignity and respect and am proud to have served more than 10,000 people in Western Kentucky and Southern Illinois.

Joe Saladino is a native of Paducah, Kentucky. He attended St. John’s Elementary School and Lone Oak Elementary, Middle and High School. Following graduation from Lone Oak, Joe attended Western Kentucky University, earning a B.A. in Journalism in 2001. Joe completed his Juris Doctorate in 2004 at Northern Kentucky University. Joe’s practice focuses on injury cases involving automobile and trucking accidents, wrongful death, premises liability and workers’ compensation. Joe also handles injury cases resulting from four wheeler wrecks, motorcycle wrecks, and boating collisions. Joe and the other attorneys at Saladino & Schaaf only represent plaintiffs, devoting 100% of their practice...

I am a solo practitioner in Louisville, Kentucky, and represent clients throughout the state. I completed my undergraduate studies in South Carolina before moving back to Kentucky, where I received my J.D. at the University of Louisville. I have extensive experience in criminal defense (from petty misdemeanors to class A felonies), which includes serving as lead or sole counsel in felony jury trials where my clients were acquitted on all charges. I also have experience in family law, personal injury law, estate law, and other general practice areas. I am a fourth generation attorney continuing the family...

Josh graduated from the University of Kentucky in 2008 with a B.A. in English and received his J.D. from the University of Kentucky College of Law in 2012. After beginning his legal career in Lexington, Kentucky, Josh moved his law practice to Shelbyville in 2016 and in 2017 partnered with Attorney Amy Oliver to form Berkley Oliver PLLC where his primary areas of practice are Estate Planning, Elder Law, and Probate. Josh is also a member of the Kentucky Bar Association and member of the Board for Leadership Shelby, Shelbyville, Kentucky's premiere leadership program. Josh and his wife, moved to Shelbyville...

I've spent my entire legal career practicing employment law and representing workers across Kentucky.

Abney Law is made up of a group of professionals with the common goal of protecting and expanding workers’ rights in Kentucky.

Our legal team and dedicated support staff have not only recovered millions of dollars for clients through jury verdicts and settlements, but we’ve also fought in the halls of the Kentucky legislature and in Kentucky’s appellate courts to change employment laws to protect the Commonwealth’s workers.

My practice areas include:

Employment discrimination
Workplace Harassment
Wrongful termination
Retaliatory discharge
Employment contracts
Unpaid Overtime and Unpaid Wages
LGBTQA+ rights
Race discrimination
Sex discrimination
Family and Medical Leave...

John Doyle has been an attorney in Kentucky for more than a decade. He has tried many jury trials in Jefferson County and in other parts of the state and handled numerous multi-million dollar injury claims. In fact, John is a member of the prestigious Million Dollar Advocates Forum, one of the most prestigious groups of trial attorneys in the United States. Membership is limited to lawyers who have won million and multi-million dollar verdicts and settlements. Fewer than 1% of U.S. lawyers are members. John graduated from the Louis D. Brandeis School of Law at the University of...

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...

Brackney Law Office represents individuals and families throughout central Kentucky with a client-centric approach in the areas of estate planning (wills, revocable trusts, powers of attorney, and more) and probate/estate administration. At Brackney Law, we first listen to each client’s stories, goals, and needs before crafting a solution. When not practicing law, I enjoy spending time with my family and learning about Kentucky's rich history.

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...

James J. (“Jay”) Varellas, III, has joined Varellas & Varellas, of counsel, after practicing as an attorney at law firms in New York City and San Francisco. Jay has spent much of his legal career litigating large-scale class actions and other complex litigation disputes around the country. While an attorney practicing in New York, he was part of the trial team that tried a multi-billion-dollar class action to a jury verdict in a four-month trial in federal court. He also has trial experience involving claims of bad-faith denial of insurance claims. Over his career, Jay has litigated numerous class actions...