Atty. Paul Thomas Lawless

Atty. Paul Thomas Lawless

Paul Thomas Lawless is a lawyer practicing insurance defense, civil litigation, criminal law and 3 other areas of law. Paul received a B.A. degree from University of Kentucky in 1993, and has been licensed for 30 years.

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About Paul Thomas Lawless at a glance

Paul Thomas Lawless is a Member based in Bowling Green, Kentucky, practicing at Bell, Orr, Ayers & Moore, P.S.C.. They have 30+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1996. Their practice focuses on personal injury, criminal defense, business, workers comp, and litigation. Admitted to practice in Kentucky U.S. District Court, Western District of Kentucky U.S. District Court, Eastern District of (1996). Educated at Salmon P. Chase College of Law (J.D., 1996) and University of Kentucky (B.A., 1993). Recognitions include BV Distinguished. Active member of Bowling Green-Warren County, Kentucky and American Bar Associations. Serands clients in Bowling Green, KY and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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  • Paul Thomas Lawless is a lawyer practicing insurance defense, civil litigation, criminal law and 3 other areas of law
  • Paul received a B.A. degree from University of Kentucky in 1993, and has been licensed for 30 years
  • Paul practices at Bell, Orr, Ayers & Moore, P.S.C. in Bowling Green, KY

Practice Areas Explained

Paul Thomas Lawless's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Paul Thomas Lawless handles, with a brief overview of what that area of law covers.

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.

Paul Thomas Lawless is one of 264,852 personal injury attorneys indexed nationally. Browse personal injury attorneys in Kentucky →

Criminal Defense

A criminal defense attorney protects your rights from arrest through trial. Find experienced lawyers handling DUI, drug, federal, theft, and violent-crime charges.

Paul Thomas Lawless is one of 214,270 criminal defense attorneys indexed nationally. Browse criminal defense attorneys in Kentucky →

Business & Corporate Law

Business attorneys advise founders and growing companies on entity formation, contracts, financing, M&A, and dispute resolution.

Paul Thomas Lawless is one of 501,317 business attorneys indexed nationally. Browse business attorneys in Kentucky →

Workers Compensation

Workers compensation lawyers help injured workers get medical care, lost wages, and disability benefits. Free consult, no fee unless you win.

Paul Thomas Lawless is one of 55,389 workers comp attorneys indexed nationally. Browse workers comp attorneys in Kentucky →

Civil Litigation

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

Paul Thomas Lawless 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 Bowling Green 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 Paul Thomas Lawless

Where is Paul Thomas Lawless's law office located?
Paul Thomas Lawless's law practice is located in Bowling Green, Kentucky. The firm is Bell, Orr, Ayers & Moore, P.S.C.. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Paul Thomas Lawless handle?
Paul Thomas Lawless focuses on personal injury, criminal defense, business, workers comp, litigation. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Kentucky.
How long has Paul Thomas Lawless practiced law?
Paul Thomas Lawless has 30+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1996.
Where did Paul Thomas Lawless go to law school?
Paul Thomas Lawless earned their education at (J.D., 1996); (B.A., 1993).
How can I contact Paul Thomas Lawless for a consultation?
You can contact Paul Thomas Lawless 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 Paul Thomas Lawless received?
Paul Thomas Lawless's notable recognition includes: BV Distinguished.

Education

J.D.
Salmon P. Chase College of Law
- 1996
B.A.
University of Kentucky
- 1993

Awards

BV Distinguished

Bar Admissions

Kentucky U.S. District Court, Western District of Kentucky U.S. District Court, Eastern District of
Admitted: 1996

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