Atty. David Bernard Perkins

Atty. David Bernard Perkins

David Bernard Perkins is a lawyer practicing estate planning, estate administration, business planning and 1 other area of law. David received a B.S. degree from Murray State University in 1975, and has been licensed for 43 years.

Goshen Goshen 43 yrs experience 43 year
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Profile Summary

About David Bernard Perkins at a glance

David Bernard Perkins is a trusts, probate, estate planning, and business attorney based in Goshen, Kentucky. They have 43+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1983. Admitted to practice in Kentucky (1983), U.S. District Court, Western District of Kentucky (1983), U.S. District Court, Eastern District of Kentucky (1985), and U.S. Court of Appeals, Sixth Circuit (1986). Educated at University of Louisville (J.D., 1982) and Murray State University (B.S., 1975). Recognitions include BV Distinguished. Serands clients in Goshen, KY and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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About

  • David Bernard Perkins is a lawyer practicing estate planning, estate administration, business planning and 1 other area of law
  • David received a B.S. degree from Murray State University in 1975, and has been licensed for 43 years
  • David practices in Goshen, KY

Practice Areas Explained

David Bernard Perkins's Areas of Practice

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

Trusts

David Bernard Perkins is one of 104,172 trusts attorneys indexed nationally. Browse trusts attorneys in Kentucky →

Probate

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Estate Planning & Probate

An estate planning attorney prepares wills, trusts, powers of attorney, and healthcare directives to protect your family and pass on your assets.

David Bernard Perkins is one of 226,537 estate planning attorneys indexed nationally. Browse estate planning attorneys in Kentucky →

Business & Corporate Law

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

David Bernard Perkins is one of 501,317 business attorneys indexed nationally. Browse business 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 Goshen 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 David Bernard Perkins

Where is David Bernard Perkins's law office located?
David Bernard Perkins's law practice is located in Goshen, Kentucky. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does David Bernard Perkins handle?
David Bernard Perkins focuses on trusts, probate, estate planning, business. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Kentucky.
How long has David Bernard Perkins practiced law?
David Bernard Perkins has 43+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1983.
Where did David Bernard Perkins go to law school?
David Bernard Perkins earned their education at (J.D., 1982); (B.S., 1975).
How can I contact David Bernard Perkins for a consultation?
You can contact David Bernard Perkins 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 David Bernard Perkins received?
David Bernard Perkins's notable recognition includes: BV Distinguished.

Education

J.D.
University of Louisville
- 1982
B.S.
Murray State University
- 1975

Awards

BV Distinguished

Bar Admissions

Kentucky
Admitted: 1983
U.S. District Court, Western District of Kentucky
Admitted: 1983
U.S. District Court, Eastern District of Kentucky
Admitted: 1985
U.S. Court of Appeals, Sixth Circuit
Admitted: 1986

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