Atty. Douglas Melvin Dowell

Atty. Douglas Melvin Dowell

Douglas Melvin Dowell is a lawyer practicing state taxation, administrative law, civil practice and 3 other areas of law. Douglas received a B.A. degree from Depauw University in 1977, and has been licensed for 46 years.

St. Matthews St. Matthews 46 yrs experience 46 year
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About Douglas Melvin Dowell at a glance

Douglas Melvin Dowell is an Atty. Mgr., The Off. of Legal Serv. for Rev. based in St. Matthews, Kentucky. They have 46+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1980. Their practice focuses on tax, litigation, government, and appellate. Admitted to practice in Kentucky (1980) and U.S. District Court, Western District of Kentucky (1980). Educated at University of Louisville (J.D., 1980) and Depauw University (B.A., 1977). Serands clients in St. Matthews, KY and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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About

  • Douglas Melvin Dowell is a lawyer practicing state taxation, administrative law, civil practice and 3 other areas of law
  • Douglas received a B.A. degree from Depauw University in 1977, and has been licensed for 46 years
  • Douglas practices in St. Matthews, KY

Practice Areas Explained

Douglas Melvin Dowell's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Douglas Melvin Dowell handles, with a brief overview of what that area of law covers.

Tax Law

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Civil Litigation

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Government & Administrative Law

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Appellate Practice

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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 St. Matthews 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 Douglas Melvin Dowell

Where is Douglas Melvin Dowell's law office located?
Douglas Melvin Dowell's law practice is located in St. Matthews, Kentucky. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Douglas Melvin Dowell handle?
Douglas Melvin Dowell focuses on tax, litigation, government, appellate. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Kentucky.
How long has Douglas Melvin Dowell practiced law?
Douglas Melvin Dowell has 46+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1980.
Where did Douglas Melvin Dowell go to law school?
Douglas Melvin Dowell earned their education at (J.D., 1980); (B.A., 1977).
How can I contact Douglas Melvin Dowell for a consultation?
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Education

J.D.
University of Louisville
- 1980
B.A.
Depauw University
- 1977

Bar Admissions

Kentucky
Admitted: 1980
U.S. District Court, Western District of Kentucky
Admitted: 1980

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