Atty. James E Cleveland III

Atty. James E Cleveland III

James E Cleveland III is a lawyer practicing appellate practice, insurance, labor and employment law, benefits & compensation and 3 other areas of law. James received a A.B. degree from University of Kentucky in 1971, and has been licensed for 52 years.

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Profile Summary

About James E Cleveland III at a glance

James E Cleveland III is an Associate based in Lexington, Kentucky, practicing at Dinsmore & Shohl LLP. They have 52+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1974. Their practice focuses on medical malpractice, employment, litigation, insurance, and appellate. Admitted to practice in Kentucky (1974), United States District Court, Eastern District of Kentucky (1975), United States Supreme Court (1980), and United States Court of Appeals, Sixth Circuit (1982). Educated at University of Louisville College of Law (J.D., 1974) and University of Kentucky (A.B., 1971). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Serands clients in Lexington, KY and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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About

  • James E Cleveland III is a lawyer practicing appellate practice, insurance, labor and employment law, benefits & compensation and 3 other areas of law
  • James received a A.B. degree from University of Kentucky in 1971, and has been licensed for 52 years
  • James practices at Dinsmore & Shohl LLP in Lexington, KY

Practice Areas Explained

James E Cleveland III's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases James E Cleveland III 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.

James E Cleveland III 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.

James E Cleveland III is one of 454,532 litigation attorneys indexed nationally. Browse litigation attorneys in Kentucky →

Insurance Law

Insurance attorneys for coverage disputes, bad faith claims, denied claims, and policy disputes.

James E Cleveland III is one of 121,912 insurance attorneys indexed nationally. Browse insurance attorneys in Kentucky →

Appellate Practice

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

James E Cleveland III 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 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 James E Cleveland III

Where is James E Cleveland III's law office located?
James E Cleveland III's law practice is located in Lexington, Kentucky. The firm is Dinsmore & Shohl LLP. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does James E Cleveland III handle?
James E Cleveland III focuses on medical malpractice, employment, litigation, insurance, appellate. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Kentucky.
How long has James E Cleveland III practiced law?
James E Cleveland III has 52+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1974.
Where did James E Cleveland III go to law school?
James E Cleveland III earned their education at (J.D., 1974); (A.B., 1971).
How can I contact James E Cleveland III for a consultation?
You can contact James E Cleveland III 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 James E Cleveland III received?
James E Cleveland III's notable recognition includes: AV Preeminent.

Education

J.D.
University of Louisville College of Law
- 1974
A.B.
University of Kentucky
- 1971

Awards

AV Preeminent

Bar Admissions

Kentucky
Admitted: 1974
United States District Court, Eastern District of Kentucky
Admitted: 1975
United States Supreme Court
Admitted: 1980
United States Court of Appeals, Sixth Circuit
Admitted: 1982
United States District Court, Western District of Kentucky
Admitted: 1989

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