Please sign in or create a free account to schedule a consultation.
Atty. John Francis Estill

Atty. John Francis Estill

John Francis Estill is a lawyer practicing civil litigation, estate law, general litigation and 5 other areas of law. John received a B.S. degree from University of Kentucky in 1985, and has been licensed for 38 years.

Maysville Maysville 38 yrs experience 38 year
Book Appointment

Profile Summary

About John Francis Estill at a glance

John Francis Estill is a Member based in Maysville, Kentucky, practicing at Fox, Wood, Wood & Estill. They have 38+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1988. Their practice focuses on probate, personal injury, estate planning, real estate, and litigation. Admitted to practice in West Virginia (inactive) (1988), Kentucky (1988), Ohio (1996), and U.S. District Court, Eastern District of Kentucky (1996). Educated at University of Kentucky (J.D., 1988) and University of Kentucky (B.S., 1985). Recognitions include BV Distinguished. Active member of Mason County, Bracken County and Kentucky Bar Associations West Virginia State Bar Former Prosecutor's Advisory Council. Serands clients in Maysville, KY and the surrounding metropolitan area.

Verified attorney profile · Updated June 2026

About

  • John Francis Estill is a lawyer practicing civil litigation, estate law, general litigation and 5 other areas of law
  • John received a B.S. degree from University of Kentucky in 1985, and has been licensed for 38 years
  • John practices at Fox, Wood, Wood & Estill in Maysville, KY

Practice Areas Explained

John Francis Estill's Areas of Practice

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

Probate

John Francis Estill is one of 128,014 probate attorneys indexed nationally. Browse probate attorneys in Kentucky →

Personal Injury

Personal injury attorneys help accident victims recover compensation for medical bills, lost wages, and pain & suffering. Most work on contingency — no fee unless you win.

John Francis Estill is one of 264,852 personal injury attorneys indexed nationally. Browse personal injury attorneys in Kentucky →

Estate Planning & Probate

An estate planning attorney prepares wills, trusts, powers of attorney, and healthcare directives to protect your family and pass on your assets.

John Francis Estill is one of 226,536 estate planning attorneys indexed nationally. Browse estate planning attorneys in Kentucky →

Real Estate Law

Real estate attorneys handle home purchases, sales, commercial transactions, title disputes, and landlord-tenant matters.

John Francis Estill is one of 316,149 real estate attorneys indexed nationally. Browse real estate attorneys in Kentucky →

Civil Litigation

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

John Francis Estill is one of 454,532 litigation attorneys indexed nationally. Browse litigation 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 Maysville 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.

Looking for additional Kentucky attorneys? Browse all attorneys in Maysville or all attorneys in Kentucky.

Frequently Asked

Common questions about John Francis Estill

Where is John Francis Estill's law office located?
John Francis Estill's law practice is located in Maysville, Kentucky. The firm is Fox, Wood, Wood & Estill. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does John Francis Estill handle?
John Francis Estill focuses on probate, personal injury, estate planning, real estate, litigation. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Kentucky.
How long has John Francis Estill practiced law?
John Francis Estill has 38+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1988.
Where did John Francis Estill go to law school?
John Francis Estill earned their education at (J.D., 1988); (B.S., 1985).
How can I contact John Francis Estill for a consultation?
You can contact John Francis Estill 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 John Francis Estill received?
John Francis Estill's notable recognition includes: BV Distinguished.

Education

J.D.
University of Kentucky
- 1988
B.S.
University of Kentucky
- 1985

Awards

BV Distinguished

Bar Admissions

West Virginia (inactive)
Admitted: 1988
Kentucky
Admitted: 1988
Ohio
Admitted: 1996
U.S. District Court, Eastern District of Kentucky
Admitted: 1996

Reviews

4.7
12 Review
5 0
4 0
3 0
2 0
1 0
These reviews belong to platform users; they do not constitute advertisement or promotion for the attorney. Opinions are published for informational purposes only.

No reviews yet.