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Atty. Richard Rush Wheeler

Atty. Richard Rush Wheeler

Richard Rush Wheeler is a lawyer practicing estate planning, trust administration, probate & trust law. Richard Rush received a A.B. degree from Centre College in 1961, and has been licensed for 62 years.

Louisville Louisville 62 yrs experience 62 year
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Profile Summary

About Richard Rush Wheeler at a glance

Richard Rush Wheeler is a V.P. & Tr. Offr. based in Louisville, Kentucky. They have 62+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1964. Their practice focuses on trusts, probate, and estate planning. Admitted to practice in Virginia (1964) and Kentucky (1984). Educated at University of Virginia (LL.B., 1964) and Centre College (A.B., 1961). Active member of Barren County, Louisville, Kentucky and American Bar Associations Virginia State Bar. Serands clients in Louisville, KY and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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  • Richard Rush Wheeler is a lawyer practicing estate planning, trust administration, probate & trust law
  • Richard Rush received a A.B. degree from Centre College in 1961, and has been licensed for 62 years
  • Richard Rush practices in Louisville, KY

Practice Areas Explained

Richard Rush Wheeler's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Richard Rush Wheeler handles, with a brief overview of what that area of law covers.

Trusts

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Probate

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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.

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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 Louisville 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 Richard Rush Wheeler

Where is Richard Rush Wheeler's law office located?
Richard Rush Wheeler's law practice is located in Louisville, Kentucky. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Richard Rush Wheeler handle?
Richard Rush Wheeler focuses on trusts, probate, estate planning. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Kentucky.
How long has Richard Rush Wheeler practiced law?
Richard Rush Wheeler has 62+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1964.
Where did Richard Rush Wheeler go to law school?
Richard Rush Wheeler earned their education at (LL.B., 1964); (A.B., 1961).
How can I contact Richard Rush Wheeler for a consultation?
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Education

LL.B.
University of Virginia
- 1964
A.B.
Centre College
- 1961

Bar Admissions

Virginia
Admitted: 1964
Kentucky
Admitted: 1984

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