Atty. Robert Franklin Duncan

Atty. Robert Franklin Duncan

Robert Franklin Duncan is a lawyer practicing alternative dispute resolution, electronic discovery, health law and 6 other areas of law. Robert received a B.S. degree from University of Kentucky in 1980, and has been licensed for 43 years.

Lexington Lexington 43 yrs experience 43 year
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Profile Summary

About Robert Franklin Duncan at a glance

Robert Franklin Duncan is a Member based in Lexington, Kentucky, practicing at Jackson Kelly PLLC. They have 43+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1983. Their practice focuses on product liability, litigation, health care, and adr. Admitted to practice in Kentucky (1983), U.S. District Court, Eastern District of Kentucky (1984), U.S. District Court, Western District of Kentucky and U.S. Court of Appeals, Sixth Circuit (1987), and U.S. Supreme Court (1992). Educated at University of Kentucky College of Law (J.D., 1983) and University of Kentucky (B.S. Civil, 1980). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Active member of Fayette County (Member, Sections on: Healthcare Insurance Law) and Kentucky Bar Associations Kentucky Defense Counsel (Member, Board of Directors) Defense Research Institute. Serands clients in Lexington, KY and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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About

  • Robert Franklin Duncan is a lawyer practicing alternative dispute resolution, electronic discovery, health law and 6 other areas of law
  • Robert received a B.S. degree from University of Kentucky in 1980, and has been licensed for 43 years
  • Robert practices at Jackson Kelly PLLC in Lexington, KY

Practice Areas Explained

Robert Franklin Duncan's Areas of Practice

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

Product Liability

Robert Franklin Duncan is one of 66,193 product liability attorneys indexed nationally. Browse product liability attorneys in Kentucky →

Civil Litigation

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

Robert Franklin Duncan is one of 454,532 litigation attorneys indexed nationally. Browse litigation attorneys in Kentucky →

Health Care Law

Health care attorneys for HIPAA, Medicare, Medicaid, regulatory compliance, and medical licensing matters.

Robert Franklin Duncan is one of 66,735 health care attorneys indexed nationally. Browse health care attorneys in Kentucky →

Mediation & Arbitration

Mediators and arbitrators for civil, commercial, family, and employment dispute resolution.

Robert Franklin Duncan is one of 73,906 adr attorneys indexed nationally. Browse adr 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 Lexington 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 Robert Franklin Duncan

Where is Robert Franklin Duncan's law office located?
Robert Franklin Duncan's law practice is located in Lexington, Kentucky. The firm is Jackson Kelly PLLC. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Robert Franklin Duncan handle?
Robert Franklin Duncan focuses on product liability, litigation, health care, adr. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Kentucky.
How long has Robert Franklin Duncan practiced law?
Robert Franklin Duncan has 43+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1983.
Where did Robert Franklin Duncan go to law school?
Robert Franklin Duncan earned their education at (J.D., 1983); (B.S. Civil, 1980).
How can I contact Robert Franklin Duncan for a consultation?
You can contact Robert Franklin Duncan 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 Robert Franklin Duncan received?
Robert Franklin Duncan's notable recognition includes: AV Preeminent.

Education

J.D.
University of Kentucky College of Law
- 1983
B.S. Civil
University of Kentucky
- 1980

Awards

AV Preeminent

Bar Admissions

Kentucky
Admitted: 1983
U.S. District Court, Eastern District of Kentucky
Admitted: 1984
U.S. District Court, Western District of Kentucky and U.S. Court of Appeals, Sixth Circuit
Admitted: 1987
U.S. Supreme Court
Admitted: 1992

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