Atty. David E. Longenecker

Atty. David E. Longenecker

David E. Longenecker is a top attorney recognized by Best Lawyers in the practice area(s) of Corporate Governance Law, Corporate Law and Mergers and Acquisitions Law.

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Profile Summary

About David E. Longenecker at a glance

David E. Longenecker is a business and m&a attorney based in Lexington, Kentucky, practicing at Stites & Harbison PLLC. Educated at University of Kentucky (J.D., 1999). Recognitions include Best Lawyers in America — Corporate Governance Law (2026), Best Lawyers in America — Corporate Law (2026), and Best Lawyers in America — Mergers and Acquisitions Law (2026). Serves clients in Lexington, KY and the surrounding metropolitan area.

Verified attorney profile · Updated June 2026

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  • David E. Longenecker is a top attorney recognized by Best Lawyers in the practice area(s) of Corporate Governance Law, Corporate Law and Mergers and Acquisitions Law
  • David E., who practices law in Lexington, Kentucky, has been recognized since 2021
  • This recognition is based on an exhaustive peer-review survey, reflecting the high esteem in which David E. is held by other top lawyers in the same geographic and legal practice area

Practice Areas Explained

David E. Longenecker's Areas of Practice

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

Business & Corporate Law

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

David E. Longenecker is one of 452,854 business attorneys indexed nationally. Browse business attorneys in Kentucky →

Mergers & Acquisitions

David E. Longenecker is one of 45,724 m&a attorneys indexed nationally. Browse m&a 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 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 venue, 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 E. Longenecker

Where is David E. Longenecker's law office located?
David E. Longenecker's law practice is located in Lexington, Kentucky. The firm is Stites & Harbison PLLC. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does David E. Longenecker handle?
David E. Longenecker focuses on business, m&a. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Kentucky.
Where did David E. Longenecker go to law school?
David E. Longenecker earned their education at (J.D., 1999).
How can I contact David E. Longenecker for a consultation?
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What awards or recognition has David E. Longenecker received?
David E. Longenecker's notable recognition includes: Best Lawyers in America — Corporate Governance Law; Best Lawyers in America — Corporate Law; Best Lawyers in America — Mergers and Acquisitions Law; Best Lawyers in America — Additional Areas of Practice:; Best Lawyers in America — Banking and Finance Law.

Education

J.D.
University of Kentucky
- 1999

Awards

Best Lawyers in America — Corporate Governance Law
- 2026
Best Lawyers in America — Corporate Law
- 2026
Best Lawyers in America — Mergers and Acquisitions Law
- 2026
Best Lawyers in America — Additional Areas of Practice:
- 2026
Best Lawyers in America — Banking and Finance Law
- 2026
Lawyer of the Year — Corporate Law (Lexington)
- 2023

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