Atty. John Wickliffe Hays

Atty. John Wickliffe Hays

John Wickliffe Hays is a lawyer practicing alternative dispute resolution, commercial law, commercial litigation and 5 other areas of law. John received a degree from American Arbitration Association in 2001, and has been licensed for 38 years.

Lexington Lexington 38 yrs experience 38 year
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Profile Summary

About John Wickliffe Hays at a glance

John Wickliffe Hays is a Member based in Lexington, Kentucky, practicing at Jackson Kelly PLLC. They have 38+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1988. Their practice focuses on contracts, business, litigation, government, and adr. Admitted to practice in Kentucky (1988), U.S. District Court, Eastern District of Kentucky (1988), U.S. Court of Appeals, Sixth Circuit (1988), and U.S. District Court, Eastern District of Kentucky (1989). Educated at American Arbitration Association (Arbitrator, 2001) and University of Kentucky College of Law (J.D., 1988). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Active member of Fayette County Bar Association. Serands clients in Lexington, KY and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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About

  • John Wickliffe Hays is a lawyer practicing alternative dispute resolution, commercial law, commercial litigation and 5 other areas of law
  • John received a degree from American Arbitration Association in 2001, and has been licensed for 38 years
  • John practices at Jackson Kelly PLLC in Lexington, KY

Practice Areas Explained

John Wickliffe Hays's Areas of Practice

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

Contracts

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Business & Corporate Law

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Civil Litigation

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Government & Administrative Law

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Mediation & Arbitration

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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 John Wickliffe Hays

Where is John Wickliffe Hays's law office located?
John Wickliffe Hays's law practice is located in Lexington, Kentucky. The firm is Jackson Kelly PLLC. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does John Wickliffe Hays handle?
John Wickliffe Hays focuses on contracts, business, litigation, government, adr. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Kentucky.
How long has John Wickliffe Hays practiced law?
John Wickliffe Hays has 38+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1988.
Where did John Wickliffe Hays go to law school?
John Wickliffe Hays earned their education at (Arbitrator, 2001); (J.D., 1988).
How can I contact John Wickliffe Hays for a consultation?
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What awards or recognition has John Wickliffe Hays received?
John Wickliffe Hays's notable recognition includes: AV Preeminent.

Education

Arbitrator
American Arbitration Association
- 2001
J.D.
University of Kentucky College of Law
- 1988

Awards

AV Preeminent

Bar Admissions

Kentucky
Admitted: 1988
U.S. District Court, Eastern District of Kentucky
Admitted: 1988
U.S. Court of Appeals, Sixth Circuit
Admitted: 1988
U.S. District Court, Eastern District of Kentucky
Admitted: 1989

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