Atty. David Thomas Riley

Atty. David Thomas Riley

David Thomas Riley is a lawyer practicing criminal defense, medical malpractice defense, education law and 11 other areas of law. David received a B.A. degree from Transylvania University in 2007, and has been licensed for 15 years.

Paducah Paducah 15 yrs experience 15 year
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Profile Summary

About David Thomas Riley at a glance

David Thomas Riley is a Partner based in Paducah, Kentucky, practicing at Grumley, Riley & Stewart, P.S.C.. They have 15+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 2011. Their practice focuses on medical malpractice, criminal defense, employment, zoning, and construction. Admitted to practice in Kentucky U. S. District Court, Western District of Kentucky (2011) and Illinois (2021). Educated at University of Kentucky College of Law (J.D., 2010) and Transylvania University (B.A., 2007). Active member of McCracken County Bar Association and Kentucky Bar Association Kentucky Defense Counsel Defense Research Institute Kentucky Council of School Board Attorneys. Serands clients in Paducah, KY and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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About

  • David Thomas Riley is a lawyer practicing criminal defense, medical malpractice defense, education law and 11 other areas of law
  • David received a B.A. degree from Transylvania University in 2007, and has been licensed for 15 years
  • David practices at Grumley, Riley & Stewart, P.S.C. in Paducah, KY

Practice Areas Explained

David Thomas Riley's Areas of Practice

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

Medical Malpractice

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

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Criminal Defense

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Employment Law

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Land Use & Zoning

David Thomas Riley is one of 40,226 zoning attorneys indexed nationally. Browse zoning attorneys in Kentucky →

Construction 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 Paducah 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 Thomas Riley

Where is David Thomas Riley's law office located?
David Thomas Riley's law practice is located in Paducah, Kentucky. The firm is Grumley, Riley & Stewart, P.S.C.. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does David Thomas Riley handle?
David Thomas Riley focuses on medical malpractice, criminal defense, employment, zoning, construction. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Kentucky.
How long has David Thomas Riley practiced law?
David Thomas Riley has 15+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 2011.
Where did David Thomas Riley go to law school?
David Thomas Riley earned their education at (J.D., 2010); (B.A., 2007).
How can I contact David Thomas Riley for a consultation?
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Education

J.D.
University of Kentucky College of Law
- 2010
B.A.
Transylvania University
- 2007

Bar Admissions

Kentucky U. S. District Court, Western District of Kentucky
Admitted: 2011
Illinois
Admitted: 2021

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