Atty. Frederic J Cowan

Atty. Frederic J Cowan

Frederic J Cowan is a lawyer practicing civil litigation, municipal law, employment law and 7 other areas of law. Frederic received a A.B. degree from Dartmouth College in 1967, and has been licensed for 48 years.

Louisville Louisville 48 yrs experience 48 year
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Profile Summary

About Frederic J Cowan at a glance

Frederic J Cowan is a Cir. Ct. J. based in Louisville, Kentucky. They have 48+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1978. Their practice focuses on employment, litigation, government, adr, and appellate. Admitted to practice in Kentucky (1978), U.S. District Court, Western District of Kentucky (1979), and U.S. Supreme Court (1989). Educated at Harvard University (J.D., 1978) and Dartmouth College (A.B., 1967). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Serands clients in Louisville, KY and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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About

  • Frederic J Cowan is a lawyer practicing civil litigation, municipal law, employment law and 7 other areas of law
  • Frederic received a A.B. degree from Dartmouth College in 1967, and has been licensed for 48 years
  • Frederic practices in Louisville, KY

Practice Areas Explained

Frederic J Cowan's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Frederic J Cowan handles, with a brief overview of what that area of law covers.

Employment Law

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

Frederic J Cowan is one of 169,120 employment attorneys indexed nationally. Browse employment attorneys in Kentucky →

Civil Litigation

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

Frederic J Cowan is one of 454,532 litigation attorneys indexed nationally. Browse litigation attorneys in Kentucky →

Government & Administrative Law

Attorneys for administrative law, agency hearings, government contracts, licensing, and public benefits.

Frederic J Cowan is one of 132,225 government attorneys indexed nationally. Browse government attorneys in Kentucky →

Mediation & Arbitration

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

Frederic J Cowan is one of 73,906 adr attorneys indexed nationally. Browse adr attorneys in Kentucky →

Appellate Practice

Appellate attorneys for civil and criminal appeals at state and federal court.

Frederic J Cowan is one of 86,319 appellate attorneys indexed nationally. Browse appellate 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 Frederic J Cowan

Where is Frederic J Cowan's law office located?
Frederic J Cowan's law practice is located in Louisville, Kentucky. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Frederic J Cowan handle?
Frederic J Cowan focuses on employment, litigation, government, adr, appellate. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Kentucky.
How long has Frederic J Cowan practiced law?
Frederic J Cowan has 48+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1978.
Where did Frederic J Cowan go to law school?
Frederic J Cowan earned their education at (J.D., 1978); (A.B., 1967).
How can I contact Frederic J Cowan for a consultation?
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What awards or recognition has Frederic J Cowan received?
Frederic J Cowan's notable recognition includes: AV Preeminent.

Education

J.D.
Harvard University
- 1978
A.B.
Dartmouth College
- 1967

Awards

AV Preeminent

Bar Admissions

Kentucky
Admitted: 1978
U.S. District Court, Western District of Kentucky
Admitted: 1979
U.S. Supreme Court
Admitted: 1989

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