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Kentucky Criminal Law Lawyer with 18 years experience

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Spencer Tyler Merk

Newport, KY Criminal Law Attorney with 4 years experience

(513) 481-5678 526 York Street
Newport, KY 41071

Free ConsultationCriminal, Animal and Personal Injury
Salmon P. Chase College of Law, Northern Kentucky University

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Spencer Merk was born and raised in the Cincinnati area and began his career with a local injury firm in December of 2013. Spencer graduated Cum Laude from the University of Kentucky in 2011 with a business marketing degree.

Spencer then received his law degree from Salmon P. Chase College of Law in 2014, and was placed on the Dean’s list for his academic achievements. Spencer is also a member of the Cincinnati Bar Association, Northern Kentucky Bar Association, and Louisville Bar Association.

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Chris Kloeker

Newport, KY Criminal Law Attorney with 2 years experience

(859) 462-1110 510 Washington Avenue
Newport, KY 41071

Criminal, DUI, Insurance Claims and Personal Injury
University of Cincinnati College of Law

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CHRIS KLOEKER, ATTORNEY AT LAW

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Chris Kloeker is the managing-member of Kloeker Law, PLLC. He practices Business, Civil, Criminal, Personal Injury and Estate Planning Law in Northern Kentucky.

EDUCATION
Juris Doctor, University of Cincinnati, 2012 (top third)
Bachelor of Arts, Northern Kentucky University, 2008
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EXPERIENCE
Discovery §olutions, Owner, 2013 - Present
Bright Outlook Recovery, Co-Owner, 2015 - Present
Cincinnati Insurance Co., Clerk, 2011 - 2012
Hon. Eugene E. Siler, Jr., US Ct. of App., 6th Cir., Clerk, 2010
Hamilton Co., Clerk of Courts, Deputy Clerk, 2009
Campbell Co., County Attorney's Office, Legal Intern, 2008

LICENSED IN KENTUCKY
Bar Number: 97504
Admittance: 5/1/2017

CREDENTIALS & AWARDS:
Kentucky Bar Association Member
KYLAP Volunteer
George A. Dornette Prof. Responsibility/Ethics...

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Zachary S Smith

Cold Spring, KY Criminal Law Lawyer with 13 years experience

(859) 441-5400 3699 Alexandria Pike
Cold Spring, KY 41076

Criminal, Business, DUI and Divorce
University of Dayton School of Law

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My name is Zach Smith and I am an attorney with the Blau & Kriege Law Firm in Cold Spring, Kentucky. I work with clients on Family Law issues, Probate matters, Civil and Contract Law, and focus on criminal defense as well. My convenient office location allows me to help residents in Campbell County, Kenton County and Boone County KY - which includes the following Cities and Towns: Burlington, Kentucky Bromley, Kentucky Alexandria, Kentucky Florence, Kentucky Covington, Kentucky Bellevue, Kentucky Hebron, Kentucky Crescent Springs, Kentucky California, Kentucky Petersburg, Kentucky Crestview Hills, Kentucky Cold Spring, Kentucky Richwood, Kentucky Edgewood, Kentucky Crestview, Kentucky Union, Kentucky Elsmere, Kentucky Dayton, Kentucky Walton, Kentucky Erlanger, Kentucky Ft. Thomas, Kentucky Fairview, Kentucky Highland Heights, Kentucky Fort Mitchell, Kentucky Melbourne, Kentucky Fort Wright, Kentucky Mentor,...

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Joshua M. Bilz

Cold Spring, KY Criminal Law Attorney with 14 years experience

(859) 781-2459 4135 Alexandria Pike, Suite 108
Cold Spring, KY 41076

Free ConsultationCriminal, Business, Collections and Traffic Tickets
Pepperdine University School of Law

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It is my mission to provide high quality legal service with integrity, professionalism and respect for my clients and the community. I am licensed in Kentucky & Ohio, as well as the Eastern District of Kentucky, the Western District of Kentucky, the Southern District of Ohio and the United States Court of Appeals for the Sixth Circuit.

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Brandon Voelker

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(859) 781-9100 2500 Chamber Center Drive
Suite 203
Fort Mitchell, KY 41076

Free ConsultationFort Mitchell, KY Criminal Law Attorney with 20 years experience
Criminal, Bankruptcy, DUI and Workers' Comp
University of Kentucky College of Law

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Brandon Voelker has been honored to have a career since 1999 that allows him to help people. His practice areas are broad, from drafting a simple will to handling a multimillion dollar class action. As a new attorney, Brandon gained valuable trial experience as an Assistant Kenton County Attorney Fiscal Court. The experience and knowledge, helped in developing a practice for both litigation and municipal law. Prosecutorial experience provides trial experience that no other job or training can compare. As an Assistant County Attorney, Brandon was able to engage in private practice, where he began a legal career focused...

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James David Bender Esq

Fort Thomas, KY Criminal Law Attorney with 40 years experience

(859) 441-1313 1407 Alexandria Pike, Suite 310
Fort Thomas, KY 41075

Free ConsultationCriminal, Business, Family and Personal Injury
Salmon P. Chase College of Law, Northern Kentucky University

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J. David Bender was licensed as an attorney in 1979. After many years of working as an associate attorney and partner in other law firms, Mr. Bender established his own firm in 2005 to better serve his clients’ interests. Mr. Bender is licensed to practice law in Kentucky, Ohio, and Indiana. He is also admitted to the U. S. Supreme Court and the federal courts in all three states. His areas of practice include civil litigation, construction law, estate planning, and insurance defense, along with corporate, domestic, probate, and criminal law.

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Mrs Virginia M Riggs-Horton Esq.

Bellevue, KY Criminal Law Attorney with 11 years experience

(859) 866-0228 106 Memorial Parkway
Bellevue, KY 41073

Free ConsultationCriminal, Divorce, Domestic Violence and Estate Planning

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David Fessler

Fort Thomas, KY Criminal Law Attorney

(859) 291-9075 14 N. Grand Ave.
Fort Thomas, KY 41075-1851

Criminal, Business, Estate Planning and Personal Injury

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The law firm Fessler, Schneider & Grimme has been serving the legal needs of Northern Kentucky since 1990. Injury attorney David F. Fessler is the Senior Partner and founding member of the law firm. He began practicing law in 1986 and is licensed to practice in the Commonwealth of Kentucky, the U.S. Sixth Circuit Court of Appeals, and the U.S. District Court. Mr. Fessler earned his Bachelor's Degree (BA) from Eastern Kentucky University in 1982 where he graduated "With Distinction". He earned his law degree from Salmon P. Chase College of Law at Northern Kentucky University where he graduated "Cum...

Michael Brian Delaney Esq

Fort Thomas, KY Criminal Law Lawyer

2125 N Fort Thomas Ave
Fort Thomas, KY 41075

Criminal, Business, DUI and Divorce

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Martin Huelsmann

Newport, KY Criminal Law Attorney

100 Nunn Dr
Newport, KY 41076

Criminal, Business and Personal Injury

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Mark Woloshin

Newport, KY Criminal Law Lawyer

(859) 491-7984 530 York St
Newport, KY 41071

Criminal, DUI and Personal Injury

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Sheryl Heeter Esq

Newport, KY Criminal Law Lawyer

(859) 491-5297 335 E 3rd St
Newport, KY 41071

Criminal, Business, Divorce and Family

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Timothy Schneider

Fort Thomas, KY Criminal Law Lawyer

(859) 291-9075 14 N Grand Ave
Fort Thomas, KY 41075

Criminal, Bankruptcy, DUI and Personal Injury

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Erin Wilkins Esq

Newport, KY Criminal Law Attorney

(859) 491-1100 510 Washington Ave
Newport, KY 41071

Criminal, Business, Divorce and Family

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Clell David Baker Esq

Newport, KY Criminal Law Lawyer

(859) 669-2268 30 19th St
Newport, KY 41071

Criminal, Bankruptcy, Divorce and Family

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James Albert Kidney

Newport, KY Criminal Law Attorney

(859) 261-4700 40 E 10th St
Newport, KY 41071

Criminal, DUI, Divorce and Family

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Robert Patton

Newport, KY Criminal Law Attorney

(859) 491-1900 4 W 4th St
Newport, KY 41071

Criminal, Bankruptcy, DUI and Personal Injury

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Kirk Pfefferman

Newport, KY Criminal Law Lawyer

(859) 866-5475 530 York St
Newport, KY 41071

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Benjamin "Tom" T.D. Pugh

Covington, KY Criminal Law Attorney with 8 years experience

(859) 291-5555 28 West Fifth Street
Covington, KY 41011

Free ConsultationCriminal, Insurance Defense, Personal Injury and White Collar Crime
Salmon P. Chase College of Law, Northern Kentucky University

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Benjamin "Tom" Pugh was admitted to practice in 2010 and is a founding partner of Pugh & Roach, Attorneys at Law, PLLC. He is licensed in both Ohio and Kentucky. He has extensive insurance experience after spending three years in the industry. During law school, he externed with the Kentucky Department of Public Advocacy serving in the Kentucky Innocence Project. Tom focuses his practice in the areas of criminal defense, personal injury, insurance defense, civil rights, and business litigation. Tom was born in Cincinnati, Ohio and grew up in Northern Kentucky. He currently lives in Cincinnati.

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Brian Paul Halloran

Fort Wright, KY Criminal Law Lawyer with 25 years experience

(859) 292-1183 909 Wright Summit
Suite 220
Fort Wright, KY 41011

Free ConsultationCriminal, DUI, Personal Injury and White Collar Crime
Salmon P. Chase College of Law, Northern Kentucky University

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Brian P. Halloran represents clients from all walks of life on a wide variety of matters, both in court and outside of court. Brian is an experienced trial attorney in both state and federal courts and focuses his practice on litigation matters. He’s advised clients from all across the country on numerous litigation matters in the Commonwealth of Kentucky and has practiced matters before courts in Ohio, Tennessee, California, Michigan and Alabama, but if focused on representing clients in Kentucky. He is a member of the exclusive “Million Dollar Jury Verdict” club and has recovered millions in...

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Jack Scott Gatlin

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(859) 781-9100 50 E Rivercenter Blvd
Suite 1275
Covington, KY 41011

Free ConsultationCovington, KY Criminal Law Lawyer with 18 years experience
Criminal, Business, DUI and Employment
University of Kentucky College of Law

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Jack concentrates his practice in three primary areas: municipality law, small business law and complex litigation. Additionally, he has significant experience in strategic business planning and consulting as well as dispute resolutions. Jack currently serves as the Erlanger City Attorney, Independence City Attorney and served as the Grant County, Kentucky County Attorney and attorney for the Grant County Fiscal Court from 2003-2009. He has also routinely represented municipalities throughout Kentucky and Ohio on litigation issues. During his time as Grant County Attorney, Jack handled extensive litigation in federal court defending United States Code Section 1983 actions. ...

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Carol L. Risk

Covington, KY Criminal Law Attorney with 13 years experience

(859) 905-9336 7 East 5th Street
Covington, KY 41011

Free ConsultationCriminal, DUI, Divorce and Family
Salmon P. Chase College of Law, Northern Kentucky University

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If you face a possible legal problem or are just unsure of your rights, The Risk Firm, PLLC is here to help. An experienced attorney on your side will protect your rights when you need it most. When you work with The Risk Firm, PLLC, you receive the benefit of a knowledgeable attorney, free consultation, affordable fees, and convenient office hours.

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Michael W. Bouldin

Covington, KY Criminal Law Lawyer with 25 years experience

(859) 491-2206 120 W 5th St
Covington, KY 41011

Criminal, DUI, Family and Insurance Claims
Salmon P. Chase College of Law, Northern Kentucky University

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Welcome, my name is Michael Bouldin and I've had a Solo practice in Northern Kentucky (KY) since 1994. My office has one full time para-lawyer (paralegal law clerk who has finished law school and not yet sat for the bar) and I share space with two other fine lawyers and a secretary.

I help Clients in Campbell County, Kenton County and Boone County KY.

If you need legal assistance in the Northern Kentucky area, give me a call at 859 581-6453 (581-MIKE).

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Kristin Michelle Russell

Covington, KY Criminal Law Attorney with 10 years experience

(859) 581-0800 726 Greenup Street
Covington, KY 41011

Free ConsultationCriminal, DUI, Domestic Violence and Family
Salmon P. Chase College of Law, Northern Kentucky University

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Kristin grew up in Northern Kentucky and has been protecting the rights of individuals, families and children since 2009. She fights for her clients accused of crimes by the government, including federal offenses, felonies, misdemeanors, DUI and juvenile offenses. Kristin also maintains a family law practice where she focuses on adoption and juvenile law.

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Mr. Robert F. Healey Jr.

Cincinnati, OH Criminal Law Attorney with 11 years experience

(513) 333-0014 600 Vine Street
Suite 1004
Cincinnati, OH 45202

Criminal and DUI
University of Dayton

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My area of practice is mostly limited to DUI / OVI defense. I have also represented clients with criminal charges for misdemeanors and felonies, as well as many types of traffic infraction and driver's license problem. I am licensed to practice in Ohio and KY as well as Federal District Court for the Southern District of Ohio. Having completed NHTSA Standardized Field Sobriety Testing (SFST) and Advanced Roadside Impaired Driver Enforcement (ARIDE) training for detection of drug and alcohol impaired drivers gives me insight into how police decide to make their arrests as well as a perspective...

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Ameer E. Mabjish

Covington, KY Criminal Law Lawyer with 11 years experience

(859) 414-6225 Towers of Rivercenter
50 E. Rivercenter Blvd., Suite 1275
Covington, KY 41011

Free ConsultationCriminal and Personal Injury
University of Dayton School of Law

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Ameer grew up on the west side of Cincinnati, Ohio. After several years living in other cities in Ohio and Kentucky for school and work, he moved back to Cincinnati's west side with his family. This is his home. The people of Greater Cincinnati on both sides of the river will always be his people.

If you are being investigated, accused of a crime, or suffered injuries in an accident, please DO NOT SPEAK WITH ANYONE about your situation without first consulting a good, experienced attorney. Consultations with Mabjish Law, PLLC are free and confidential.

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LeAnna M. Homandberg

Covington, KY Criminal Law Lawyer with 2 years experience

726 Greenup Street
Covington, KY 41011

Free ConsultationCriminal, DUI, Personal Injury and Traffic Tickets
Salmon P. Chase College of Law, Northern Kentucky University

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LeAnna is an attorney in Northern Kentucky practicing in the areas of personal injury, criminal defense, and family law. She grew up in Southwest Minnesota and attended Regent University for an undergraduate degree in Communication Studies with a minor in Business. Ms. Homandberg graduated in two years with a Bachelor's degree and attended the Salmon P. Chase College of Law.
In law school she began working with Russell & Ireland Law Group and was promoted to an attorney position shortly after passing the bar in Kentucky where she is currently licensed.

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Christopher Roach

Covington, KY Criminal Law Attorney with 7 years experience

(859) 291-5555 28 W 5th St
Covington, KY 41011-1402

Free ConsultationCriminal, Civil Rights, DUI and Personal Injury
Salmon P. Chase College of Law, Northern Kentucky University

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Chris Roach is an experienced attorney, with an extensive amount of trial work. He focuses on civil rights, criminal defense, personal injury, business litigation, and appellate work in both state and federal court. Chris has handled many high profile cases, and believes in a client centric approach to the practice of law.

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Lisa Marie Wenzel Esq

Covington, KY Criminal Law Attorney with 16 years experience

(859) 491-3399 300 Madison Avenue
Suite 200
Covington, KY 41011

Free ConsultationCriminal, DUI and Family
Salmon P. Chase College of Law, Northern Kentucky University

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Lisa Wenzel, criminal defense attorney in Ohio and Kentucky, understands your worries and frustrations. Due to her extensive training and experience in criminal law, she knows exactly what's needed to defend your case successfully, and she has the passion and caring to make sure your rights are fully protected.

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Christopher Lewis Jackson Esq

Covington, KY Criminal Law Lawyer with 15 years experience

(859) 261-1111 121 East 4th Street
Jackson Law Building
Covington, KY 41011

Free ConsultationCriminal, Insurance Claims, Traffic Tickets and White Collar Crime
Capital University and Kentucky Wesleyan College

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Helping those injured or arrested since 2003 in Cincinnati and Northern Kentucky.

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William Kash Stilz Jr.

Covington, KY Criminal Law Attorney with 16 years experience

(888) 363-0064 19 West Eleventh Street
Covington, KY 41011-3003

Free ConsultationCriminal, DUI, Employment and White Collar Crime
Salmon P. Chase College of Law, Northern Kentucky University

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Paul Joseph Dickman

Covington, KY Criminal Law Lawyer

(859) 491-7999 19 W 11th St
Covington, KY 41011

Free ConsultationCriminal, Animal, Appeals and Business

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When real challenges present themselves, you need to have experienced counsel to help guide your decisions and to help you protect yourself. Having that kind of guidance and representation can help give you peace of mind that whatever conflict or legal challenge you are faced with that you will be able to face it effectively. Experienced Personal Injury Representation One of the most challenging events that can occur in someone's life is to suffer a serious personal injury. When the accident or other event that caused your injury was caused by another, you need to have the experienced representation of an attorney...

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James Terrill Redwine

Covington, KY Criminal Law Lawyer with 34 years experience

(859) 292-6580 303 Court Street Room 605
Covington, KY 41011

Criminal

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Thomas Brandt Willenborg

Covington, KY Criminal Law Lawyer

(859) 581-5177 130 Park Pl
Covington, KY 41011

Criminal, Divorce, Family and Juvenile
Salmon P. Chase College of Law, Northern Kentucky University

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Jeffrey D. Brunk

Covington, KY Criminal Law Attorney with 17 years experience

(859) 415-9528 127 East 3rd Street
Covington, KY 41011

Free ConsultationCriminal, DUI and Personal Injury

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Trisha M. Brunk

Covington, KY Criminal Law Lawyer

(859) 415-9528 300 Madison Ave., Suite 200
Covington, KY 41011

Criminal, DUI, Divorce and Family

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Steven D Jaeger

Erlaner, KY Criminal Law Attorney with 11 years experience

(859) 342-4500 23 Erlanger Rd
Erlaner, KY 41018

Criminal and Appeals
Northern Kentucky University

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I was born and raised in the rolling hills of Kentucky, where I gained an appreciation for University of Kentucky basketball, horse racing, and Kentucky bourbon.

I am admitted to practice law in the United States Supreme Court, the Commonwealth of Kentucky and the State of Ohio, the United States District Court: Eastern District of Kentucky, and the following Federal Circuit Courts of Appeal: the First, Second, Third, Fourth, Fifth, Sixth, Seventh, Eighth, Ninth, Tenth and Eleventh Circuits.

I have nearly a decade of experience handling federal criminal appeals involving important constitutional issues such as an individual’s due process rights, freedom from...

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John Scott Hopper

Edgewood, KY Criminal Law Attorney with 1 year experience

(859) 888-3448 581Dudley Road
Suite A
Edgewood, KY 41017

Free ConsultationCriminal, DUI, Family and Personal Injury
Northern Kentucky University

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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,...

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Jeffrey Casazza

Florence, KY Criminal Law Attorney with 17 years experience

(859) 640-8539 7705 US Highway 42
Florence, KY 41042

Criminal, Business, Divorce and Domestic Violence
New England Law | Boston

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I am an attorney with over fifteen years of experience handling civil and criminal litigation as well as business and real estate transactions.

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Frank M. Mungo Esq

Florence, KY Criminal Law Attorney with 21 years experience

(859) 372-6670 7310 Turfway Road
Suite 550
Florence, KY 41042

Free ConsultationCriminal and DUI

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If you or a loved one was charged with a crime or a DUI, have hope. Frank M. Mungo is an aggressive, dedicated, and experienced criminal defense and DUI attorney who cares. As a former felony prosecutor in Kentucky, Mr. Mungo knows how fight for you and those you love. Mr. Mungo possesses the unique combination of being both a scientist and seasoned trial lawyer. The truth leaves a trail, and Frank M. Mungo never quits his search to find it so to help those in need.

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