Atty. Riley Stephen Burke

Atty. Riley Stephen Burke

Riley Stephen Burke is a lawyer practicing administrative law, civil litigation, estate planning and probate and 11 other areas of law. Riley received a degree from University of Texas at Austin in 1976, and has been licensed for 35 years.

Crestview Hills Crestview Hills 35 yrs experience 35 year
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Profile Summary

About Riley Stephen Burke at a glance

Riley Stephen Burke is a Member based in Crestview Hills, Kentucky, practicing at Dressman Benzinger LaVelle psc. They have 35+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1991. Their practice focuses on wills, trusts, probate, personal injury, and estate planning. Admitted to practice in Kentucky (1991), Ohio (1991), U.S. District Court, Eastern District of Kentucky (1992), and U.S. District Court, Southern District of Ohio (1993). Educated at Salmon P. Chase College of Law, Northern Kentucky University (J.D., 1990) and University of Texas at Austin (B. Jour., 1976). Recognitions include BV Distinguished. Active member of Cincinnati, Northern Kentucky, Kentucky and Ohio State Bar Associations Kentucky Academy of Trial Attorneys The Association of Trial Lawyers of America Kentucky Justice Association American Justice Association. Serands clients in Crestview Hills, KY and the surrounding metropolitan area.

Verified attorney profile · Updated June 2026

About

  • Riley Stephen Burke is a lawyer practicing administrative law, civil litigation, estate planning and probate and 11 other areas of law
  • Riley received a degree from University of Texas at Austin in 1976, and has been licensed for 35 years
  • Riley practices at Dressman Benzinger LaVelle psc in Crestview Hills, KY

Practice Areas Explained

Riley Stephen Burke's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Riley Stephen Burke handles, with a brief overview of what that area of law covers.

Wills

Riley Stephen Burke is one of 34,541 wills attorneys indexed nationally. Browse wills attorneys in Kentucky →

Trusts

Riley Stephen Burke is one of 104,171 trusts attorneys indexed nationally. Browse trusts attorneys in Kentucky →

Probate

Riley Stephen Burke is one of 128,014 probate attorneys indexed nationally. Browse probate 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.

Riley Stephen Burke is one of 264,852 personal injury attorneys indexed nationally. Browse personal injury attorneys in Kentucky →

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.

Riley Stephen Burke is one of 226,536 estate planning attorneys indexed nationally. Browse estate planning 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 Crestview Hills 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 Riley Stephen Burke

Where is Riley Stephen Burke's law office located?
Riley Stephen Burke's law practice is located in Crestview Hills, Kentucky. The firm is Dressman Benzinger LaVelle psc. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Riley Stephen Burke handle?
Riley Stephen Burke focuses on wills, trusts, probate, personal injury, estate planning. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Kentucky.
How long has Riley Stephen Burke practiced law?
Riley Stephen Burke has 35+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1991.
Where did Riley Stephen Burke go to law school?
Riley Stephen Burke earned their education at (J.D., 1990); (B. Jour., 1976).
How can I contact Riley Stephen Burke for a consultation?
You can contact Riley Stephen Burke 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 Riley Stephen Burke received?
Riley Stephen Burke's notable recognition includes: BV Distinguished.

Education

J.D.
Salmon P. Chase College of Law, Northern Kentucky University
- 1990
B. Jour.
University of Texas at Austin
- 1976

Awards

BV Distinguished

Bar Admissions

Kentucky
Admitted: 1991
Ohio
Admitted: 1991
U.S. District Court, Eastern District of Kentucky
Admitted: 1992
U.S. District Court, Southern District of Ohio
Admitted: 1993

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