Atty. Richard Simon Cleary

Atty. Richard Simon Cleary

Richard Simon Cleary is a lawyer practicing labor and employment. Richard Simon received a B.A. degree from Washington & Lee University in 1978, and has been licensed for 45 years.

Louisville Louisville 45 yrs experience 45 year
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Profile Summary

About Richard Simon Cleary at a glance

Richard Simon Cleary is an Associate based in Louisville, Kentucky, practicing at Frost Brown Todd LLC. They have 45+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1981. Their practice focuses on employment. Admitted to practice in Kentucky (1981), U.S. District Court, Western District of Kentucky (1981), U.S. Court of Appeals, Sixth Circuit (1983), and U.S. District Court, Eastern District of Kentucky (1989). Educated at Georgetown University (J.D., 1981) and Washington & Lee University (B.A. Economics, 1978). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Serands clients in Louisville, KY and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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  • Richard Simon Cleary is a lawyer practicing labor and employment
  • Richard Simon received a B.A. degree from Washington & Lee University in 1978, and has been licensed for 45 years
  • Richard Simon practices at Frost Brown Todd LLC in Louisville, KY

Practice Areas Explained

Richard Simon Cleary's Areas of Practice

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

Employment Law

Employment lawyers represent workers in wrongful termination, discrimination, harassment, wage & hour disputes, and severance negotiations.

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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 Simon Cleary

Where is Richard Simon Cleary's law office located?
Richard Simon Cleary's law practice is located in Louisville, Kentucky. The firm is Frost Brown Todd LLC. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Richard Simon Cleary handle?
Richard Simon Cleary focuses on employment. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Kentucky.
How long has Richard Simon Cleary practiced law?
Richard Simon Cleary has 45+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1981.
Where did Richard Simon Cleary go to law school?
Richard Simon Cleary earned their education at (J.D., 1981); (B.A. Economics, 1978).
How can I contact Richard Simon Cleary for a consultation?
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What awards or recognition has Richard Simon Cleary received?
Richard Simon Cleary's notable recognition includes: AV Preeminent.

Practice Areas

Education

J.D.
Georgetown University
- 1981
B.A. Economics
Washington & Lee University
- 1978

Awards

AV Preeminent

Bar Admissions

Kentucky
Admitted: 1981
U.S. District Court, Western District of Kentucky
Admitted: 1981
U.S. Court of Appeals, Sixth Circuit
Admitted: 1983
U.S. District Court, Eastern District of Kentucky
Admitted: 1989
U.S. Supreme Court
Admitted: 1990
District of Columbia
Admitted: 1992
U.S. Court of Appeals, Seventh Circuit
Admitted: 1993

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