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Litigation
EMWN’s team of seasoned litigation attorneys delivers exceptional legal representation to a diverse range of clients, backed by a profound understanding of the legal system and a steadfast commitment to protecting our clients’ interests.
Our firm handles a broad spectrum of litigation matters, including contract disputes, personal injury claims, and employment disputes. We also provide skilled legal counsel and advocacy in mediation and arbitration proceedings, ensuring our clients are well-represented in all forms of dispute resolution.
We recognize that litigation can be both challenging and time-intensive. At EMWN, we prioritize developing tailored strategies that align with each client’s specific needs and objectives. Throughout the legal process, our attorneys provide personalized attention, strategic guidance, and consistent communication to deliver solutions with efficiency and care.
Administrative Law & Hearings
EMWN Law has experienced attorneys well-versed in administrative law. Three of our attorneys are KRS Chapter 13B qualified hearing officers who regularly conduct administrative hearings for various Kentucky agencies and bring their experience from that side of the hearing room table to the representation of our clients. Our attorneys will represent individuals and organizations from the initial administrative action request through appeal to the Kentucky Supreme Court. We are infinitely familiar with various complex regulatory schemes and can guide you through the process.
Appellate Practice
Our attorneys are prepared to handle your case through all necessary appellate avenues. Our appellate practice is built on solid litigation skills. With the diverse practice areas of the EMWN Law attorneys, we are able to thoroughly review a case to expose errors and handle it through appeal whether it be an appeal from a state civil litigation matter, an administrative hearing or a federal criminal matter. Because appellate rules of practice are very different from a litigation practice, appeals must be handled by attorneys who regularly practice in appellate courts. EMWN Law's seasoned lawyers and accomplished legal brief writers deliver high quality legal representation to clients needing effective appellate representation in state and federal courts, arbitrations and administrative proceedings.
Bankruptcy
EMWN assists clients in all aspects of bankruptcy and bankruptcy litigation. Whether representing creditors seeking to limit losses and maximize recoveries or debtors facing financial uncertainty and distress, EMWN helps clients establish a clear and effective path forward. EMWN has represented individuals and businesses in the context of consumer and commercial bankruptcy, debt restructuring, debtor and creditor relations and commercial litigation including debtors-in-possession, creditors’ committees, secured and unsecured creditors, lessors, contract parties and trustees in all chapters of bankruptcy.
Construction Law
EMWN Law has emphasized goals of excellence, cost-effective representation, and appreciation for the legal service needs of the construction industry. To help achieve those goals, we provide the industry and our clients with practical, timely insights that affect our client’s business operations daily. Many clients call upon us at the outset of a project to assist in drafting, reviewing, and negotiating contracts and to assist in taking affirmative steps at the front end of a project, which is designed to minimize the likelihood that claims and disputes will arise later. We also are often called upon during the course of a project to assist as issues arise so that claims can be avoided if possible. When claims, disputes, litigation, mediation, or arbitration proceedings do arise, we routinely handle those as well. EMWN Law attorneys work diligently each day to provide effective assistance with identifying, addressing, and efficiently resolving construction-related problems.
Criminal Defense - State & Federal
EMWN Law defends individuals and corporations against a myriad of state and federal crimes. There is no case too complex. When local, state, or federal agents show up at your door, you must act quickly by calling EMWN Law. We have the experience to work with agents and attorneys on your behalf. The best time to fight a criminal charge is before it is filed. When you need a strategic defense against criminal charges, call the attorneys at EMWN Law. We understand time is of the essence in these matters and are available to meet with you.
Education Law
EMWN Law attorneys have successfully represented teachers, boards of education and the Kentucky Department of Education as well as acted as Hearing Officer in various matters presented to boards of education. We approach our work in this field with the goal of helping our clients effectively and efficiently solve their legal problems, while simultaneously minimizing the stress and hassle inherent in these matters. Although attorneys are often not consulted until a lawsuit has been filed, education law provides the unique opportunity for our attorneys to assist education clients by not only solving their immediate problems, but also by providing proactive problem prevention.
Estate & Trust Litigation
Many firms have estate planning attorneys and many firms have litigators, few firms have estate planning attorneys who are litigators. EMWN Law is uniquely positioned in that our estate planning attorneys are trained and experienced litigators and trial attorneys. We have the knowledge to understand the trusts and estate issues and the skills to litigate those issues. From will and trust contests to breach of fiduciary duty, EMWN Law has the training and experience to see your case through to a jury verdict.
Family Law
EMWN has a thriving family law practice, where our practitioners dedicate themselves to providing our clients with top notch family law representation. Our attorneys have experience in each nuanced area of family law. Our practice covers: divorce, custody, visitation, prenuptial and postnuptial agreements, adoption, child support, mediation, and appeals. Whether it is a complex asset division, or an emotionally charged visitation dispute, our experience and personal touch will help you through what could otherwise be the most difficult time in your life.
Labor & Employment Litigation
OSHA & Employment Safety
Our attorneys are experienced in defending companies facing OSHA inspections and citations. While KOSHA has adopted some federal standards, distinct state standards apply to Kentucky employers. Compliance in Ky is further complicated because KOSHA sometimes enforces federal standards differently than federal OSHA, thereby complicating training and compliance for businesses who operate across multiple states.
Probate & Estate Administration
When a loved one dies, unless their assets are held in trust, their estate will have to go through probate. The probate process can be daunting for those who have never stepped foot in a courtroom. EMWN Law’s experienced attorneys will guide you through the probate process every step of the way. From the initial presentation of the Will to the court to the final accounting and disbursement of assets, and everything in between. While many probate matters can be settled within the six-month time frame there are some that involve years of litigation. Regardless of the complexity of your probate matter, EMWN Law has the experience and knowledge to see you through to the end.
Real Estate Litigation
EMWN’s real estate litigation attorneys provide skilled representation for individuals, businesses, and developers involved in complex real estate disputes. Our team has extensive experience handling real estate litigation cases involving, but not limited to, the following:
- Condemnation Proceedings
- Boundary & Title Disputes
- Landlord-Tenant Conflicts
- Breach of Contract
- Construction Defects
- Zoning & Land Use Challenges
- Foreclosure Proceedings
- Eviction Proceedings
Personal Injury
EMWN Law offers experienced and qualified representation for Personal Injury cases. After you or a loved one is injured in an accident, the most important step is to get proper medical treatment. However, if the accident was caused by the negligence of another party, it is also vital to protect your legal rights. An experienced personal injury lawyer can help with your claim. You can trust your case to EMWN Law. Our firm represents accident victims and their families throughout Kentucky. We will carefully evaluate your case and provide honest, clear, and candid opinions regarding your legal options. Our firm offers comprehensive representation to clients for a range of personal injury claims which includes cases related to the following:
- Car accidents
- Truck accidents
- Premises liability
- Products liability
- Catastrophic injuries
- Wrongful death
EMWN Law will thoroughly prepare your claim, working to preserve evidence, gather witness testimony and other measures. We are dedicated to zealously representing you at every stage, working to achieve the best results. Our goal is to help you obtain fair and full compensation to cover medical bills, lost wages, future treatments and other recoverable damages to which you may be entitled.
Tort & Insurance Defense
EMWN Law views the insurance companies we work with not only as clients for an assigned project but also as business partners over both the short and long term. We focus on providing advice in the context of the insurance sector and protecting the insured’s interests regardless of the coverage involved. EMWN Law offers a full range of insurance services, including general defense, coverage, commercial dispute resolution and claims. We represent both insurance carriers and self-insureds with an understanding of the business of insurance as well as the legal issues that underpin the insurance sector. Our representation includes companies and self-insureds in all types of industries. This combination of legal and industry experience enables us to implement practical and cost effective solutions for our clients. EMWN Law has extensive experience providing a wide range of legal advice and representation designed to protect the current and long term interests of our clients in the insurance industry. The attorneys of EMWN Law have extensive trial experience in insurance and tort matters throughout the state of Kentucky. We vigorously defend all types of insurance cases. Lawyers at our firm have handled insurance matters involving:
-Motor Vehicle Accidents
-Property and Casualty Matters
-Serious personal injury
-General Commercial Disputes
-Premises Liability
-Insurance Contracts
-Subrogation Claims
-Bad Faith Insurance Defense
-First and Third Party Claims
-Construction Accidents
-Product Liability
-Wrongful Death
-Arson Fraud
-Worker’s Compensation Defense