Atty. Larry Franklin Sword

Atty. Larry Franklin Sword

Larry Franklin Sword is a lawyer practicing appellate practice, automobile accidents and injuries, civil litigation and 16 other areas of law. Larry received a B.A. degree from Oakland University in 1972, and has been licensed for 50 years.

Somerset Somerset 50 yrs experience 50 year
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About Larry Franklin Sword at a glance

Larry Franklin Sword is a Member based in Somerset, Kentucky, practicing at Sword & Broyles. They have 50+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1976. Their practice focuses on car accidents, wills, probate, medical malpractice, and personal injury. Admitted to practice in Kentucky (1976), U.S. Court of Appeals for the District of Columbia Circuit and U.S. District Court, Eastern District (1977), U.S. District Court, Western District of Kentucky (1979), and U.S. Supreme Court (1980). Educated at University of Kentucky (J.D., 1975) and Oakland University (B.A., 1972). Recognitions include BV Distinguished. Active member of Kentucky, Pulaski County and American (Member, Tort and Insurance and Litigation Sections) Bar Associations Kentucky Academy of Trial Attorneys The Association of Trial Lawyers of America. Serands clients in Somerset, KY and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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About

  • Larry Franklin Sword is a lawyer practicing appellate practice, automobile accidents and injuries, civil litigation and 16 other areas of law
  • Larry received a B.A. degree from Oakland University in 1972, and has been licensed for 50 years
  • Larry practices at Sword & Broyles in Somerset, KY

Practice Areas Explained

Larry Franklin Sword's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Larry Franklin Sword handles, with a brief overview of what that area of law covers.

Car Accidents

Hurt in a car crash? Car accident lawyers fight insurance companies for fair compensation — free consult, no fee unless you win.

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Wills

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Probate

Larry Franklin Sword is one of 128,014 probate attorneys indexed nationally. Browse probate attorneys in Kentucky →

Medical Malpractice

Medical malpractice lawyers represent patients harmed by negligent doctors, hospitals, and other providers. Free case review, no fee unless you win.

Larry Franklin Sword is one of 49,086 medical malpractice attorneys indexed nationally. Browse medical malpractice 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.

Larry Franklin Sword is one of 264,852 personal injury attorneys indexed nationally. Browse personal injury 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 Somerset 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 Larry Franklin Sword

Where is Larry Franklin Sword's law office located?
Larry Franklin Sword's law practice is located in Somerset, Kentucky. The firm is Sword & Broyles. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Larry Franklin Sword handle?
Larry Franklin Sword focuses on car accidents, wills, probate, medical malpractice, personal injury. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Kentucky.
How long has Larry Franklin Sword practiced law?
Larry Franklin Sword has 50+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1976.
Where did Larry Franklin Sword go to law school?
Larry Franklin Sword earned their education at (J.D., 1975); (B.A., 1972).
How can I contact Larry Franklin Sword for a consultation?
You can contact Larry Franklin Sword 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 Larry Franklin Sword received?
Larry Franklin Sword's notable recognition includes: BV Distinguished.

Education

J.D.
University of Kentucky
- 1975
B.A.
Oakland University
- 1972

Awards

BV Distinguished

Bar Admissions

Kentucky
Admitted: 1976
U.S. Court of Appeals for the District of Columbia Circuit and U.S. District Court, Eastern District
Admitted: 1977
U.S. District Court, Western District of Kentucky
Admitted: 1979
U.S. Supreme Court
Admitted: 1980
U.S. Court of Appeals, Sixth Circuit
Admitted: 1982
U.S. District Court, Eastern District of Michigan
Admitted: 1988

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