Atty. David Stuart Waskey
David Stuart Waskey is a lawyer practicing business law, corporate house counsel, corporate law and 4 other areas of law. David received a B.B.A. degree from University of Kentucky in 1973, and has been licensed for 42 years.
Business Law & More Attorney · Serving Louisville, KY · 42+ Years Experience
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About David Stuart Waskey at a Glance
David Stuart Waskey is a Member based in Louisville, Kentucky, practicing at David S. Waskey Attorney at Law. They have 42+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1984. Their practice focuses on wills, estate planning, employment, business, and tax. Admitted to practice in Kentucky (1984), U.S. Tax Court (1984), and U.S. Court of Appeals, Fifth Circuit (1985). Educated at University of Louisville (J.D., 1983) and University of Kentucky (B.B.A. University, 1973). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Active member of Louisville, Kentucky and American (Member, Sections on: Taxation Law Business Law) Bar Associations Kentucky Society of Certified Public Accountants (Member, State and Local Taxation Committee, 1982—) American Institute of Certified Public Accountants. Serves clients in Louisville, KY and the surrounding metropolitan area.
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About David Stuart Waskey
- David Stuart Waskey is a lawyer practicing business law, corporate house counsel, corporate law and 4 other areas of law
- David received a B.B.A. degree from University of Kentucky in 1973, and has been licensed for 42 years
- David practices at David S. Waskey Attorney at Law in Louisville, KY
Practice Areas Explained
David Stuart Waskey's Areas of Legal Practice
Each practice area below reflects the types of cases David Stuart Waskey handles, with a practical overview of what that area of law involves and how it may apply to your situation in Louisville.
Wills in Louisville
David Stuart Waskey is one of 34,363 wills attorneys indexed nationally. Browse wills attorneys in Kentucky →
Estate Planning & Probate in Louisville
An estate planning attorney prepares wills, trusts, powers of attorney, and healthcare directives to protect your family and pass on your assets.
David Stuart Waskey is one of 224,789 estate planning attorneys indexed nationally. Browse estate planning attorneys in Kentucky →
Employment Law in Louisville
Employment lawyers represent workers in wrongful termination, discrimination, harassment, wage & hour disputes, and severance negotiations.
David Stuart Waskey is one of 167,770 employment attorneys indexed nationally. Browse employment attorneys in Kentucky →
Business & Corporate Law in Louisville
Business attorneys advise founders and growing companies on entity formation, contracts, financing, M&A, and dispute resolution.
David Stuart Waskey is one of 497,491 business attorneys indexed nationally. Browse business attorneys in Kentucky →
Tax Law in Louisville
Tax attorneys handle IRS audits, tax debt, international tax, estate planning, and tax court litigation.
David Stuart Waskey is one of 84,606 tax attorneys indexed nationally. Browse tax attorneys in Kentucky →
Jurisdictional Context
Why Local Counsel Matters in Louisville
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 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.
Louisville Courts and Legal Process
Choosing a Louisville-based attorney means your counsel already knows the local docketing timelines, preferred filing formats, and how individual judges typically rule on procedural motions — details that only come from practicing in this jurisdiction day after day. That local familiarity can translate to better strategy, faster filings, and fewer costly surprises.
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Professional Profile
Why Clients in Louisville Choose David Stuart Waskey
Selecting an attorney is one of the most consequential decisions you can make when a legal matter arises. Below are the core qualities that distinguish David Stuart Waskey's practice in the field of wills, estate planning, employment, business, and tax.
Decade-Tested Legal Experience
David Stuart Waskey brings 42+ years of hands-on legal practice — enough to have navigated the recurring fact patterns, procedural traps, and negotiation dynamics that shape case outcomes.
Multi-State Bar Admission
Licensed in Kentucky, U.S. Tax Court, and U.S. Court of Appeals, Fifth Circuit, David Stuart Waskey can represent clients in cases that span state lines or require counsel in multiple jurisdictions.
Broad Practice Area Coverage
Covering wills, estate planning, and employment, David Stuart Waskey can address the full spectrum of a client's legal needs without requiring referrals to separate specialists for each issue.
Local Presence in Louisville
A Louisville-based practice means David Stuart Waskey attends hearings in the same courthouses, knows the local clerks, and understands the unwritten scheduling norms that affect every case filed here.
Case Types
Common Legal Issues David Stuart Waskey Handles in Louisville
Below is a representative sample of the types of matters David Stuart Waskey has experience with under Kentucky law. If your situation involves one of these case categories, this attorney may be well positioned to help you understand your options.
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