Atty. Sam Preston Burchett

Atty. Sam Preston Burchett

Sam Preston Burchett is a lawyer practicing business law, environment, energy & natural resources law and 6 other areas of law. Sam received a B.S. degree from University of Kentucky in 1976, and has been licensed for 41 years.

Lexington Lexington 41 yrs experience 41 year
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Profile Summary

About Sam Preston Burchett at a glance

Sam Preston Burchett is a Member based in Lexington, Kentucky, practicing at Sam P. Burchett, Attorney at Law. They have 41+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1985. Their practice focuses on business, litigation, education, and environmental. Admitted to practice in Kentucky (1985), West Virginia (1985), and U.S. District Court, Western District of Kentucky U.S. District Court, Eastern District of Kentucky (1993). Educated at University of Kentucky (J.D., 1985) and University of Kentucky (B.S. University, 1976). Recognitions include BV Distinguished. Active member of Kentucky and West Virginia Bar Associations Energy and Mineral Law Foundation Lexington Rotary. Serands clients in Lexington, KY and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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About

  • Sam Preston Burchett is a lawyer practicing business law, environment, energy & natural resources law and 6 other areas of law
  • Sam received a B.S. degree from University of Kentucky in 1976, and has been licensed for 41 years
  • Sam practices at Sam P. Burchett, Attorney at Law in Lexington, KY

Practice Areas Explained

Sam Preston Burchett's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Sam Preston Burchett handles, with a brief overview of what that area of law covers.

Business & Corporate Law

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

Sam Preston Burchett is one of 501,317 business attorneys indexed nationally. Browse business attorneys in Kentucky →

Civil Litigation

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

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Education Law

Education attorneys for special education (IEP), school discipline, Title IX, and student rights.

Sam Preston Burchett is one of 24,079 education attorneys indexed nationally. Browse education attorneys in Kentucky →

Environmental Law

Environmental attorneys for regulatory compliance, contamination, land use, and natural resource law.

Sam Preston Burchett is one of 56,434 environmental attorneys indexed nationally. Browse environmental 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 Sam Preston Burchett

Where is Sam Preston Burchett's law office located?
Sam Preston Burchett's law practice is located in Lexington, Kentucky. The firm is Sam P. Burchett, Attorney at Law. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Sam Preston Burchett handle?
Sam Preston Burchett focuses on business, litigation, education, environmental. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Kentucky.
How long has Sam Preston Burchett practiced law?
Sam Preston Burchett has 41+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1985.
Where did Sam Preston Burchett go to law school?
Sam Preston Burchett earned their education at (J.D., 1985); (B.S. University, 1976).
How can I contact Sam Preston Burchett for a consultation?
You can contact Sam Preston Burchett 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 Sam Preston Burchett received?
Sam Preston Burchett's notable recognition includes: BV Distinguished.

Education

J.D.
University of Kentucky
- 1985
B.S. University
University of Kentucky
- 1976

Awards

BV Distinguished

Bar Admissions

Kentucky
Admitted: 1985
West Virginia
Admitted: 1985
U.S. District Court, Western District of Kentucky U.S. District Court, Eastern District of Kentucky
Admitted: 1993

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