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Atty. Douglas Bruce Petrie

Atty. Douglas Bruce Petrie

Douglas Bruce Petrie is a lawyer. Douglas received a B.A. degree from Morehead State University in 1987, and has been licensed for 35 years.

Danville Danville 35 yrs experience 35 year
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About Douglas Bruce Petrie at a glance

Douglas Bruce Petrie is a Boyle Co. Courthouse based in Danville, Kentucky. They have 35+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1991. Admitted to practice in Kentucky (1991), U.S. District Court, Eastern District of Kentucky (1992), and U.S. District Court, Western District of Kentucky (1992). Educated at Salmon P Chase College of Law (J.D., 1991) and Morehead State University (B.A., 1987). Serands clients in Danville, KY and the surrounding metropolitan area.

Verified attorney profile · Updated June 2026

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  • Douglas Bruce Petrie is a lawyer
  • Douglas received a B.A. degree from Morehead State University in 1987, and has been licensed for 35 years
  • Douglas practices in Danville, KY

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 Danville 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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Where is Douglas Bruce Petrie's law office located?
Douglas Bruce Petrie's law practice is located in Danville, Kentucky. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
How long has Douglas Bruce Petrie practiced law?
Douglas Bruce Petrie has 35+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1991.
Where did Douglas Bruce Petrie go to law school?
Douglas Bruce Petrie earned their education at (J.D., 1991); (B.A., 1987).
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Education

J.D.
Salmon P Chase College of Law
- 1991
B.A.
Morehead State University
- 1987

Bar Admissions

Kentucky
Admitted: 1991
U.S. District Court, Eastern District of Kentucky
Admitted: 1992
U.S. District Court, Western District of Kentucky
Admitted: 1992

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