Atty. Benjamin Cowgill

Atty. Benjamin Cowgill

Benjamin Cowgill is a lawyer practicing legal ethics, professional responsibility, bar admission and 6 other areas of law. Benjamin received a A.B. degree from Duke University in 1977, and has been licensed for 46 years.

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Profile Summary

About Benjamin Cowgill at a glance

Benjamin Cowgill is a Member based in Lexington, Kentucky, practicing at Benjamin Cowgill Counsellor and Attorney at Law. They have 46+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1980. Their practice focuses on litigation, government, and insurance. Admitted to practice in Kentucky (1980), U.S. District Court, Eastern District of Kentucky (1980), and U.S. Court of Appeals, Sixth Circuit (1980). Educated at University of Kentucky (J.D., 1980) and Duke University (A.B., 1977). Recognitions include BV Distinguished. Active member of Kentucky and American (Member, Center for Professional Responsibility) Bar Associations Association of Professional Responsibility Lawyers. Serands clients in Lexington, KY and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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About

  • Benjamin Cowgill is a lawyer practicing legal ethics, professional responsibility, bar admission and 6 other areas of law
  • Benjamin received a A.B. degree from Duke University in 1977, and has been licensed for 46 years
  • Benjamin practices at Benjamin Cowgill Counsellor and Attorney at Law in Lexington, KY

Practice Areas Explained

Benjamin Cowgill's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Benjamin Cowgill handles, with a brief overview of what that area of law covers.

Civil Litigation

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Government & Administrative Law

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Insurance Law

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Jurisdictional Context

Why local counsel matters in Kentucky

Practicing law in Kentucky. Legal matters in Kentucky are governed by state-specific rules of civil and criminal procedure, statutes of limitations, and substantive law. Cases originating in Lexington are typically filed in the local municipal court or the appropriate Kentucky state district court, depending on subject matter and amount in controversy. An attorney licensed in Kentucky brings working knowledge of local procedural deadlines, judicial practices in this andnue, and the substantive law that applies to cases brought here. Out-of-state attorneys generally cannot represent clients in Kentucky courts without local counsel or pro hac vice admission.

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Frequently Asked

Common questions about Benjamin Cowgill

Where is Benjamin Cowgill's law office located?
Benjamin Cowgill's law practice is located in Lexington, Kentucky. The firm is Benjamin Cowgill Counsellor and Attorney at Law. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Benjamin Cowgill handle?
Benjamin Cowgill focuses on litigation, government, insurance. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Kentucky.
How long has Benjamin Cowgill practiced law?
Benjamin Cowgill has 46+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1980.
Where did Benjamin Cowgill go to law school?
Benjamin Cowgill earned their education at (J.D., 1980); (A.B., 1977).
How can I contact Benjamin Cowgill for a consultation?
You can contact Benjamin Cowgill directly through this profile page. Click "Ask the Attorney" to submit a question, or "Schedule a Consultation" to book a meeting. Most claimed-profile attorneys respond within one business day.
What awards or recognition has Benjamin Cowgill received?
Benjamin Cowgill's notable recognition includes: BV Distinguished.

Education

J.D.
University of Kentucky
- 1980
A.B.
Duke University
- 1977

Awards

BV Distinguished

Bar Admissions

Kentucky
Admitted: 1980
U.S. District Court, Eastern District of Kentucky
Admitted: 1980
U.S. Court of Appeals, Sixth Circuit
Admitted: 1980

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