Atty. John Elliott Cornett

Atty. John Elliott Cornett

John Elliott Cornett is a lawyer practicing criminal defense, criminal law, dwi defense and 2 other areas of law. John received a B.A. degree from Georgetown College in 1981, and has been licensed for 40 years.

Georgetown Georgetown 40 yrs experience 40 year
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Profile Summary

About John Elliott Cornett at a glance

John Elliott Cornett is a Member based in Georgetown, Kentucky, practicing at John E. Cornett. They have 40+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1986. Their practice focuses on dui/dwi, personal injury, criminal defense, and workers comp. Admitted to practice in Kentucky (1986). Educated at Salmon P. Chase College of Law (J.D., 1986) and Georgetown College (B.A., 1981). Active member of Kentucky Bar Association. Serands clients in Georgetown, KY and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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About

  • John Elliott Cornett is a lawyer practicing criminal defense, criminal law, dwi defense and 2 other areas of law
  • John received a B.A. degree from Georgetown College in 1981, and has been licensed for 40 years
  • John practices at John E. Cornett in Georgetown, KY

Practice Areas Explained

John Elliott Cornett's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases John Elliott Cornett handles, with a brief overview of what that area of law covers.

DUI / DWI Defense

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Personal Injury

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Criminal Defense

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Workers Compensation

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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 Georgetown 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 John Elliott Cornett

Where is John Elliott Cornett's law office located?
John Elliott Cornett's law practice is located in Georgetown, Kentucky. The firm is John E. Cornett. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does John Elliott Cornett handle?
John Elliott Cornett focuses on dui/dwi, personal injury, criminal defense, workers comp. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Kentucky.
How long has John Elliott Cornett practiced law?
John Elliott Cornett has 40+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1986.
Where did John Elliott Cornett go to law school?
John Elliott Cornett earned their education at (J.D., 1986); (B.A., 1981).
How can I contact John Elliott Cornett for a consultation?
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Education

J.D.
Salmon P. Chase College of Law
- 1986
B.A.
Georgetown College
- 1981

Bar Admissions

Kentucky
Admitted: 1986

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