Atty. Edward Michael Thompson
A principal attorney at the Thompson Law Office, Edward M. Thompson divides his practice among family law matters, criminal defense, and personal injury and wrongful death litigation.
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About Edward Michael Thompson at a glance
Edward Michael Thompson is a Member based in Lexington, Kentucky, practicing at Thompson Law Office. They have 28+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1998. Their practice focuses on dui/dwi, divorce, car accidents, truck accidents, and drug crimes. Admitted to practice in Kentucky (1998) and U.S. District Court, Eastern District of Kentucky (1998). Educated at University of Kentucky (J.D., 1998) and Eastern Kentucky University (B.B.A. Graduated, 1994). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Active member of Kentucky Bar Association. Serands clients in Lexington, KY and the surrounding metropolitan area.
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About
- A principal attorney at the Thompson Law Office, Edward M. Thompson divides his practice among family law matters, criminal defense, and personal injury and wrongful death litigation
- Located in Lexington, Kentucky, he provides representation to clients throughout the area, including residents of Fayette, Bourbon, Jessamine, Scott, Madison and Woodford counties
- Admitted to practice in both Kentucky and New York, Mr. Thompson is also admitted to practice before the U.S
- District Court for the Eastern District of Kentucky
- In his family law practice, Mr. Thompson provides advice and counsel to people who are facing marriage dissolution and dealing with divorce-related issues as property division, child custody and support, and alimony
- In addition to advocating on their behalf in court, Mr. Thompson often helps his clients reach an accord on some of these issues through mediation and the negotiation of settlement agreements
- Other family law matters that he has experience in have included paternity establishment, grandparents' rights, adoptions, and the obtaining of protective orders for victims of domestic violence
- Mr. Thompson's criminal defense experience includes driving under the influence of alcohol
- sex offenses
- drug possession and distribution
- violent crimes such as assault, homicide and manslaughter
- and fraud and identity theft
- In his personal injury and wrongful death practice, he assists people who have been harmed by the negligence of other parties in cases involving motor vehicle accidents and premises liability
- Majoring in Accounting, Mr. Thompson attended Western Kentucky University and he received his bachelor's degree in 1994
- He obtained his law degree from the University of Kentucky College of Law in 1998
- He is a member of the Fayette County Bar Association
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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 Lexington 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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