Atty. Douglas Scott Haynes

Atty. Douglas Scott Haynes

Douglas Scott Haynes is a lawyer practicing family law, domestic relations, civil litigation and 9 other areas of law. Douglas received a M.S.W. degree from Columbia University School of Social Work, and has been licensed for 42 years.

Louisville Louisville 42 yrs experience 42 year
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Profile Summary

About Douglas Scott Haynes at a glance

Douglas Scott Haynes is a Member based in Louisville, Kentucky, practicing at Fernandez & Haynes PLLC. They have 42+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1984. Their practice focuses on divorce, child custody, family law, litigation, and adr. Admitted to practice in Washington U.S. District Court, Eastern District of Washington (1984) and Kentucky U.S. District Court, Western District of Kentucky (1994). Educated at University of Washington J.D. (—) and Columbia University School of Social Work M.S.W. Davidson College B.A. (—). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Active member of Louisville, Kentucky and Washington State Bar Associations Brandeis Inn of Court. Serands clients in Louisville, KY and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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About

  • Douglas Scott Haynes is a lawyer practicing family law, domestic relations, civil litigation and 9 other areas of law
  • Douglas received a M.S.W. degree from Columbia University School of Social Work, and has been licensed for 42 years
  • Douglas practices at Fernandez & Haynes PLLC in Louisville, KY

Practice Areas Explained

Douglas Scott Haynes's Areas of Practice

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

Divorce

A divorce attorney guides you through property division, spousal support, custody, and the final decree — contested or uncontested.

Douglas Scott Haynes is one of 50,487 divorce attorneys indexed nationally. Browse divorce attorneys in Kentucky →

Child Custody & Visitation

Douglas Scott Haynes is one of 31,241 child custody attorneys indexed nationally. Browse child custody attorneys in Kentucky →

Family Law

Family law attorneys handle divorce, child custody, child support, adoption, prenups, and protective orders. Find verified family lawyers near you.

Douglas Scott Haynes is one of 187,066 family law attorneys indexed nationally. Browse family law attorneys in Kentucky →

Civil Litigation

Civil litigation attorneys for breach of contract, business disputes, civil rights, and class action lawsuits.

Douglas Scott Haynes is one of 454,532 litigation attorneys indexed nationally. Browse litigation attorneys in Kentucky →

Mediation & Arbitration

Mediators and arbitrators for civil, commercial, family, and employment dispute resolution.

Douglas Scott Haynes is one of 73,906 adr attorneys indexed nationally. Browse adr 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 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 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 Scott Haynes

Where is Douglas Scott Haynes's law office located?
Douglas Scott Haynes's law practice is located in Louisville, Kentucky. The firm is Fernandez & Haynes PLLC. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Douglas Scott Haynes handle?
Douglas Scott Haynes focuses on divorce, child custody, family law, litigation, adr. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Kentucky.
How long has Douglas Scott Haynes practiced law?
Douglas Scott Haynes has 42+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1984.
Where did Douglas Scott Haynes go to law school?
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How can I contact Douglas Scott Haynes for a consultation?
You can contact Douglas Scott Haynes directly through this profile page. Click "Ask the Attorney" to submit a question, or "Schedule a Consultation" to book a meeting. Most claimed-profile attorneys respond within one business day.
What awards or recognition has Douglas Scott Haynes received?
Douglas Scott Haynes's notable recognition includes: AV Preeminent.

Education

University of Washington J.D.
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Columbia University School of Social Work M.S.W. Davidson College B.A.
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Awards

AV Preeminent

Bar Admissions

Washington U.S. District Court, Eastern District of Washington
Admitted: 1984
Kentucky U.S. District Court, Western District of Kentucky
Admitted: 1994

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