Atty. D. Barry Stilz

Atty. D. Barry Stilz

Recipient, American Jurisprudence Award in Banking Law. Member, Thoroughbred Owners and Breeders Association.

Lexington Lexington 38 yrs experience 38 year
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Profile Summary

About D. Barry Stilz at a glance

D. Barry Stilz is a Member based in Lexington, Kentucky, practicing at Kinkead & Stilz, PLLC. They have 38+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1988. Their practice focuses on employment, business, litigation, civil rights, and animal law. Admitted to practice in Kentucky (1988), U.S. District Court, Eastern District of Kentucky (1989), and U.S. District Court, Western District of Kentucky (1989). Educated at University of Kentucky (J.D., 1988) and University of Kentucky (B.A., 1985). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Active member of Fayette County, Kentucky and American Bar Associations. Serands clients in Lexington, KY and the surrounding metropolitan area.

Verified attorney profile · Updated June 2026

About

  • Recipient, American Jurisprudence Award in Banking Law
  • Member, Thoroughbred Owners and Breeders Association
  • Member, Board of Trustees, Sayre School
  • Certified Mediator

Practice Areas Explained

D. Barry Stilz's Areas of Practice

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

Employment Law

Employment lawyers represent workers in wrongful termination, discrimination, harassment, wage & hour disputes, and severance negotiations.

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Business & Corporate Law

Business attorneys advise founders and growing companies on entity formation, contracts, financing, M&A, and dispute resolution.

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Civil Litigation

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Civil Rights

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Animal 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 D. Barry Stilz

Where is D. Barry Stilz's law office located?
D. Barry Stilz's law practice is located in Lexington, Kentucky. The firm is Kinkead & Stilz, PLLC. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does D. Barry Stilz handle?
D. Barry Stilz focuses on employment, business, litigation, civil rights, animal law. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Kentucky.
How long has D. Barry Stilz practiced law?
D. Barry Stilz has 38+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1988.
Where did D. Barry Stilz go to law school?
D. Barry Stilz earned their education at (J.D., 1988); (B.A., 1985).
How can I contact D. Barry Stilz for a consultation?
You can contact D. Barry Stilz 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 D. Barry Stilz received?
D. Barry Stilz's notable recognition includes: AV Preeminent.

Education

J.D.
University of Kentucky
- 1988
B.A.
University of Kentucky
- 1985

Awards

AV Preeminent

Bar Admissions

Kentucky
Admitted: 1988
U.S. District Court, Eastern District of Kentucky
Admitted: 1989
U.S. District Court, Western District of Kentucky
Admitted: 1989

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