Atty. Cara Wells Stigger

Atty. Cara Wells Stigger

Ms. Cara Wells Stigger is a lawyer practicing personal injury law, litigation, wrongful death and 4 other areas of law.

Louisville Louisville 37 yrs experience 37 year
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Profile Summary

About Cara Wells Stigger at a glance

Cara Wells Stigger is a Partner based in Louisville, Kentucky, practicing at Kaufman & Stigger, PLLC. They have 37+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1989. Their practice focuses on car accidents, truck accidents, medical malpractice, wrongful death, and personal injury. Admitted to practice in Kentucky (1989), Indiana (1989), U.S. District Court, Northern District of Indiana (1991), and U.S. District Court, Southern District of Indiana (1991). Educated at University of Louisville (J.D., 1989) and Eastern Kentucky University (B.S., 1986). Recognitions include BV Distinguished. Active member of Kentucky and Indiana State Bar Associations. Serands clients in Louisville, KY and the surrounding metropolitan area.

Verified attorney profile · Updated June 2026

About

  • Ms. Cara Wells Stigger is a lawyer practicing personal injury law, litigation, wrongful death and 4 other areas of law
  • Cara received a B.S. degree from Eastern Kentucky University in 1986, and has been licensed for 37 years
  • Cara practices at Kaufman & Stigger, PLLC in Louisville, KY

Practice Areas Explained

Cara Wells Stigger's Areas of Practice

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

Car Accidents

Hurt in a car crash? Car accident lawyers fight insurance companies for fair compensation — free consult, no fee unless you win.

Cara Wells Stigger is one of 36,807 car accidents attorneys indexed nationally. Browse car accidents attorneys in Kentucky →

Truck Accidents

Cara Wells Stigger is one of 4,975 truck accidents attorneys indexed nationally. Browse truck accidents attorneys in Kentucky →

Medical Malpractice

Medical malpractice lawyers represent patients harmed by negligent doctors, hospitals, and other providers. Free case review, no fee unless you win.

Cara Wells Stigger is one of 49,086 medical malpractice attorneys indexed nationally. Browse medical malpractice attorneys in Kentucky →

Wrongful Death

Cara Wells Stigger is one of 31,253 wrongful death attorneys indexed nationally. Browse wrongful death attorneys in Kentucky →

Personal Injury

Personal injury attorneys help accident victims recover compensation for medical bills, lost wages, and pain & suffering. Most work on contingency — no fee unless you win.

Cara Wells Stigger is one of 264,852 personal injury attorneys indexed nationally. Browse personal injury attorneys in Kentucky →

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 Louisville 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 Cara Wells Stigger

Where is Cara Wells Stigger's law office located?
Cara Wells Stigger's law practice is located in Louisville, Kentucky. The firm is Kaufman & Stigger, PLLC. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Cara Wells Stigger handle?
Cara Wells Stigger focuses on car accidents, truck accidents, medical malpractice, wrongful death, personal injury. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Kentucky.
How long has Cara Wells Stigger practiced law?
Cara Wells Stigger has 37+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1989.
Where did Cara Wells Stigger go to law school?
Cara Wells Stigger earned their education at (J.D., 1989); (B.S., 1986).
How can I contact Cara Wells Stigger for a consultation?
You can contact Cara Wells Stigger 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 Cara Wells Stigger received?
Cara Wells Stigger's notable recognition includes: BV Distinguished.

Education

J.D.
University of Louisville
- 1989
B.S.
Eastern Kentucky University
- 1986

Awards

BV Distinguished

Bar Admissions

Kentucky
Admitted: 1989
Indiana
Admitted: 1989
U.S. District Court, Northern District of Indiana
Admitted: 1991
U.S. District Court, Southern District of Indiana
Admitted: 1991
U.S. District Court, Eastern District of Kentucky
Admitted: 1994
U.S. District Court, Western District of Kentucky
Admitted: 1994

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