Family Law

• Divorce
• Child Support
• Child Custody and Visitation
  Attorneys Bob Young and Rebecca Simpson both handle a variety issues during mediation. Rebecca has extensive experience with family law matters, and she mediates many issues impacting families including: divorce; will and estate disputes; child custody and co-parenting disputes; parent relocation; grandparent visitation; property valuation, characterization and division; debt allocation; spousal support, and many other related matters. Bob Young’s experience encompasses many aspects of personal injury law, including car accidents, medical malpractice cases, product liability, wrongful death and tractor-trailer accidents.
• Adoption
• Paternity
• Premarital Agreement
• Spousal Support
  When confronted with a dispute, mediation is an increasingly preferred method to resolve problems without the expense, time and stress of a trial. In fact, recognizing the benefits of mediation, many courts require parties to participate in mediation prior to trial. Our trained mediators can help you bring your matter to a sensible conclusion, working with both parties to help create a satisfactory result. Attorneys Bob Young and Rebecca Simpson both handle a variety issues during mediation. Rebecca has extensive experience with family law matters, and she mediates many issues impacting families including: divorce; will and estate disputes; child custody and co-parenting disputes; parent relocation; grandparent visitation; property valuation, characterization and division; debt allocation; spousal support, and many other related matters. Bob Young’s experience encompasses many aspects of personal injury law, including car accidents, medical malpractice cases, product liability, wrongful death and tractor-trailer accidents. A facilitative mediation will progress through several stages...

Criminal Law

• Criminal Defense
  Also during her time at the Brandeis School of Law, Lindsay participated in the Intrastate Mock Trial competition against students from the University of Kentucky J. David Rosenberg College of Law and the Northern Kentucky University Salmon P. Chase College of Law winning Best Advocate of the competition in both 2018 and 2019. Lindsay obtained her limited student practice license, pursuant to Supreme Court Order 2.540, and participated in the Louisville Metro Public Defender Externship, specifically with the juvenile public defenders, and received the “Top Student” award for her work and performance in the Criminal Defense Trial Practice Court and Public Defender Externship.
• Wrongful Death
  Our attorneys have substantial experience in defending public utilities throughout Kentucky in civil litigation involving claims of wrongful death, personal injury and property damage.

Business and Corporate Law

• Corporate Law
• Mergers and Acquisitions
  Mergers and acquisitions are often incredibly complex transactions that are made up of many different parts. There are so many considerations at play, from matters involving intellectual property to tax implications to real estate issues—the list goes on and on and on. Mergers and acquisitions are highly valuable transactions where there is a lot at stake, making it all the more important that the parties involved work with experienced mergers and acquisitions attorneys who understand how to navigate these multifaceted deals.
• Business Formation
  Charles’ primary areas of focus throughout his impressive sixty-four-year career include business law, banking, business and estate litigation, business formation and condemnation. He has handled cases concerning universities and foundations, and regularly managed probate, trusts, and estate cases. Among one of his most notable cases was acting as corporate counsel in the formation, organization, financing, construction, and joint venture of a large ethanol manufacturing facility with a Fortune 500 company. He served as local counsel for Fruit of the Loom Inc. in federal court in various shareholder derivative actions against the company’s board of directors and officers, successfully defending Fruit of the Loom. Charles also served as Chair of the Bowling Green-Warren County Hospital Commission and was instrumental in the conversion of the city/county hospital operation into a not-for-profit entity resulting in the creation of The Medical Center.
• Business Disputes
  Business startups have the best chance of success when they have the proper legal support from the start. The attorneys of ELPO have more than 40 years of business law experience and community connections that can be invaluable to you as a new business owner. We work with clients to assist in the growth of their businesses and provide valuable advice and counsel to start them on the road to success.
• Business Transactions
  Our attorneys have significant experience advising clients on tax issues associated with corporate and commercial transactions, including structuring, purchases, sales, exchanges, mergers and related planning issues for all types of business entities and individuals. We also advise non-profit organizations and handle tax issues relating to estates and charitable giving. We assist with matters related to sales tax.
• Limited Liability Companies
  Every business has specialized needs, and our attorneys have the legal expertise to assist entrepreneurs and business executives as they strive to grow their businesses and improve their communities. We represent corporations, partnerships, limited liability companies and sole proprietorships, advising each on the steps to take to success.
• Intellectual Property
  We are well-positioned to handle applications for trademark and copyright registration, negotiate license agreements, help clients develop policies to protect trade secrets and provide advice on software licensing and Internet issues. We also advise clients on infringement issues, including how to protect their own intellectual property from infringement and how to avoid infringing the intellectual property of others. When clients receive cease and desist letters, we provide advice on how to respond and on next steps. If disputes arise that cannot be resolved by negotiation, we are experienced in pursuing and defending litigation involving intellectual property issues.

Employment Law

• Workers Compensation
• Wrongful Termination
  When employees make allegations of age, race, religious or other discrimination, our attorneys help investigate and develop appropriate responses. We are experienced in defending claims under the Americans with Disabilities Act and Family Medical Leave Act, sexual harassment issues and wrongful discharge. We also have extensive experience in advising employers on union matters.
• Employment Contract
  As an attorney who primarily practices in business law, Michael focuses on product liability, construction disputes and litigation, labor and employment litigation defense, commercial litigation, business planning and commercial transactions. He also serves as primary outside counsel for several private corporations and advises these clients in matters that include litigation management, employment contracts, human resources and labor relations issues and strategic planning. Michael’s knowledge of litigation is an asset in advising companies with regard to general business affairs that often have the potential to result in litigation, and his knowledge of business helps him advise his business clients when confronted with a lawsuit or claim.
• Employment Litigation
  Our attorneys have represented clients in a broad range of employment matters. We draw from that experience to help clients address employment issues that arise in large corporations, school districts, small firms, sole proprietorships and other entities. We provide training to managers, human resource professionals and supervisors on a wide variety of employment law topics. Our attorneys prepare and review personnel manuals to address issues that are likely to arise.
• Non-compete Agreement
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• Sexual Harassment
  Our attorneys have represented clients in a broad range of employment matters. We draw from that experience to help clients address employment issues that arise in large corporations, school districts, small firms, sole proprietorships and other entities. We provide training to managers, human resource professionals and supervisors on a wide variety of employment law topics. Our attorneys prepare and review personnel manuals to address issues that are likely to arise. When employees make allegations of age, race, religious or other discrimination, our attorneys help investigate and develop appropriate responses. We are experienced in defending claims under the Americans with Disabilities Act and Family Medical Leave Act, sexual harassment issues and wrongful discharge. We also have extensive experience in advising employers on union matters. When clients are involved in employment litigation, we are ready to represent them in developing a strategy and handling cases in federal and state courts throughout Kentucky.

Property Law

• Real Estate Litigation
  Additionally, with real estate matters, whether commercial or residential, it is not uncommon that a dispute arises. We have experience helping clients bring resolution to potential real estate-related disputes, including handling matters related to boundaries, contracts, and enforcements. We strive to provide swift, responsive, and effective counsel as we work to get our clients positive results.
• Construction Litigation
  While residential real estate is the ultimate example of the concept of buyer beware, there are a few protections built into the system for buyers and sellers to protect you from construction defects or failure to disclose problems.  When you purchase an existing home, the seller is required to make disclosures about several types of known issues with the house.  When you’re buying new construction, there are limited warranties which apply in most cases to protect you against construction defects.  We’ve litigated numerous of cases involving both construction defects and a seller’s failure to disclosure, and because of our hands on knowledge of construction and building techniques, we can cut through the lingo to very quickly know what the real problems are.  At English Lucas Priest & Owsley we offer a no charge review of the issues with your home.  Since we’ve represented both buyers and sellers, builders and consumers, we know these cases from both sides and we’re prepared to aggressively advocate for you.
• Real Estate Transactions
  When dealing with a real estate transaction, whether it is residential or commercial, the guidance of an experienced attorney can make a significant impact. English Lucas Priest & Owsley has a strong track record of providing counsel to a broad range of clients, including homebuyers, business owners, and commercial real estate state developers. Our Kentucky real estate lawyers leverage years of experience and deep knowledge of the sector to provide clients with counsel that is tailored to their specific legal needs. We closely work with our clients from our initial counsel to the end result, providing swift and effective counsel each step of the way.
• Easement
• Land Use and Zoning
  Whether someone is looking to build a new home or a business is looking to construct a store on a vacant lot, there is a lot of red tape that needs navigation—especially when it comes to planning and zoning-related matters. The experienced planning and zoning attorneys of English Lucas Priest and Owsley have a strong track record helping clients with these often complex matters, providing effective and efficient representation through each step of the process.
• Landlord-Tenant Disputes
• Property Damage
  Our attorneys represent public utilities in financing, general corporate issues, negotiation of power contracts, acquisition of easements (including by condemnation) and proceedings before the Kentucky Public Service Commission. We also provide advice to public utilities on environmental issues, including compliance with the National Environmental Policy Act and the full range of federal and state environmental rules and regulations. Our attorneys have substantial experience in defending public utilities throughout Kentucky in civil litigation involving claims of wrongful death, personal injury and property damage.

Immigration Law

• Family Immigration
  At English Lucas Priest and Owsley, our experienced Kentucky immigration attorneys are often asked to help with a variety of family immigration matters. We have provided assistance regarding permanent residence status for spouses, children, and closely-related family members of United States citizens, among many other family-related immigration law matters.

Health Law

• Personal Injury
  If you need to create an estate plan, handle an immigration issue, file a personal injury case or get assistance with a complicated business matter, we can help.
• Medical Malpractice
  When health care providers face professional liability claims and need a strong team in their corner, we represent both insured and self-funded interests. Our attorneys defend medical malpractice cases against physicians, hospitals, nursing homes, dentists, optometrists and other providers. We handle administrative, trial court and appellate matters.
• Auto Accidents
• Medicaid Planning
  Medicaid Planning is a way to protect people’s assets from the threat of long-term care expenses. Our attorneys work legally and ethically to protect your assets when qualifying for Medicaid.

Trusts and Estates

• Estate Planning
  When it comes to estate planning, it is critical to ensure that your assets have as much protection as possible. The experienced asset protection lawyers of English Lucas Priest & Owsley leverage their extensive experience to help individuals in a number of different ways, whether they are looking to protect their assets from creditors or if their goal is to ultimately leave more for their loved ones. Our team of lawyers can work with clients to help prepare for any future expenses they may incur, such as healthcare costs, and we also strive to ensure that our clients are receiving all of the benefits they are entitled to, such as government pensions.
• Wills
  The cost and duration of probate can vary substantially depending on a number of factors such as the value and complexity of the estate, the existence of a will and the location of real property owned by the estate.  Will contests or disputes with alleged creditors over the debts of the estate can also add significant cost and delay.  Common expenses of an estate include Executors’ fees, attorneys’ fees, accounting fees, court fees, appraisal costs, and surety bonds.  These typically add up to 5 to 7 percent of the total estate value. Most estates are settled though probate in about 9 to 18 months, assuming there is no litigation involved.
• Trusts
  One of the strongest ways an individual can protect their assets is through the creation of an irrevocable trust. By creating an irrevocable trust, a person is creating a trust where the terms cannot be altered without permission from the beneficiaries. The experienced asset protection attorneys of English Lucas Priest & Owsley can work with their clients to create an irrevocable trust, which helps protect their assets from creditors. We walk our clients through the different types of trusts that are available and we provide responsive counsel throughout the process to ensure that the trust created meets their every need. Our asset protection attorneys have experience setting up different irrevocable trusts, including charitable trusts, life insurance trusts, and special needs trusts.
• Power of Attorney
  We have extensive experience helping our clients draft wills, trusts, living will directives, powers of attorney, and business succession plans. We are accustomed to handling complex and difficult situations and talking through options with our clients. No matter what your situation is, chances are, we’ve seen something similar, and we can help you achieve what is best for all involved.
• Probate
  At English Lucas Priest and Owsley, we understand the importance of fulfilling your loved one’s wishes, and we are committed to providing our clients with responsive representation that meets all of their legal needs. By combining our decades of experience with the probate administration process with our deep knowledge and understanding of Kentucky probate law, we are able to give our clients the attentive and comprehensive counsel that they need and deserve.

Finance Law

• Bankruptcy
• Foreclosure
  Keith also handles foreclosures, bankruptcies and workouts of individual and commercial debtors on behalf of financial institutions and other creditors. He serves as a mediator and as an arbitrator in matters relating to his areas of practice.
• Tax Law
  For our clients who are looking to sell their business, we help them understand the valuation of their company and provide counsel on what steps they need to take when preparing to sell their business. We help our clients with every critical aspect of the selling process, from helping them draft the necessary contracts for the sale to evaluating the insurance implications of the transactions. Additionally, our experienced business succession planning attorneys also provide clients with counsel related to the different tax matters associated with their transactions. When someone transitions business ownership from one party to another, there are a number of tax considerations that need to be closely examined. From identifying potential consequences to finding ways to alleviate the tax burden, our attorneys leverage their experience to help limit their clients tax exposure as much as they possibly can.