Atty. Ellen Lindley Black

Atty. Ellen Lindley Black

Ellen Lindley Black is a lawyer practicing civil rights defense, civil rights section 1983, municipal defense and 2 other areas of law. Ellen received a BA degree from Vanderbilt University in 2010, and has been licensed for 10 years.

Lexington Lexington 10 yrs experience 10 year
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Profile Summary

About Ellen Lindley Black at a glance

Ellen Lindley Black is an Associate based in Lexington, Kentucky. They have 10+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 2016. Their practice focuses on medical malpractice, employment, and civil rights. Admitted to practice in Kentucky (2016), South Carolina (2019), United States District Court for the Eastern District of Kentucky (2019), and United States District Court for the Western District of Kentucky (2019). Educated at University of Kentucky (J.D., 2015) and Vanderbilt University (BA, 2010). Serands clients in Lexington, KY and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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  • Ellen Lindley Black is a lawyer practicing civil rights defense, civil rights section 1983, municipal defense and 2 other areas of law
  • Ellen received a BA degree from Vanderbilt University in 2010, and has been licensed for 10 years
  • Ellen practices in Lexington, KY

Practice Areas Explained

Ellen Lindley Black's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Ellen Lindley Black 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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Employment Law

Employment lawyers represent workers in wrongful termination, discrimination, harassment, wage & hour disputes, and severance negotiations.

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Civil Rights

Civil rights attorneys for discrimination, police misconduct, constitutional rights, and civil liberties cases.

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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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Frequently Asked

Common questions about Ellen Lindley Black

Where is Ellen Lindley Black's law office located?
Ellen Lindley Black's law practice is located in Lexington, Kentucky. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Ellen Lindley Black handle?
Ellen Lindley Black focuses on medical malpractice, employment, civil rights. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Kentucky.
How long has Ellen Lindley Black practiced law?
Ellen Lindley Black has 10+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 2016.
Where did Ellen Lindley Black go to law school?
Ellen Lindley Black earned their education at (J.D., 2015); (BA, 2010).
How can I contact Ellen Lindley Black for a consultation?
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Education

J.D.
University of Kentucky
- 2015
BA
Vanderbilt University
- 2010

Bar Admissions

Kentucky
Admitted: 2016
South Carolina
Admitted: 2019
United States District Court for the Eastern District of Kentucky
Admitted: 2019
United States District Court for the Western District of Kentucky
Admitted: 2019
United States Court of Appeals for the Sixth Circuit
Admitted: 2019

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