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Atty. Sean Michael Whitt

Atty. Sean Michael Whitt

Sean Michael Whitt is a lawyer practicing litigation, insurance defense, hospital law and 3 other areas of law. Sean received a B.B.A. degree from University of Kentucky in 1994, and has been licensed for 27 years.

Ashland Ashland 27 yrs experience 27 year
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Profile Summary

About Sean Michael Whitt at a glance

Sean Michael Whitt is a Partner based in Ashland, Kentucky, practicing at VanAntwerp Attorneys, LLP. They have 27+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1999. Their practice focuses on employment, litigation, education, health care, and insurance. Admitted to practice in Kentucky U.S. District Court, Eastern District of Kentucky U.S. Court of Appeals, Sixth Circuit (1999). Educated at University of Kentucky (J.D., 1999) and University of Kentucky (B.B.A., 1994). Recognitions include CV Notable. Active member of Boyd County, Kentucky (Former District Representative, Young Lawyers Division) and American Bar Associations. Serands clients in Ashland, KY and the surrounding metropolitan area.

Verified attorney profile · Updated June 2026

About

  • Sean Michael Whitt is a lawyer practicing litigation, insurance defense, hospital law and 3 other areas of law
  • Sean received a B.B.A. degree from University of Kentucky in 1994, and has been licensed for 27 years
  • Sean practices at VanAntwerp Attorneys, LLP in Ashland, KY

Practice Areas Explained

Sean Michael Whitt's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Sean Michael Whitt 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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Civil Litigation

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Education Law

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Health Care Law

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

Sean Michael Whitt is one of 66,735 health care attorneys indexed nationally. Browse health care attorneys in Kentucky →

Insurance Law

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Sean Michael Whitt is one of 121,912 insurance attorneys indexed nationally. Browse insurance 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 Ashland 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 Sean Michael Whitt

Where is Sean Michael Whitt's law office located?
Sean Michael Whitt's law practice is located in Ashland, Kentucky. The firm is VanAntwerp Attorneys, LLP. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Sean Michael Whitt handle?
Sean Michael Whitt focuses on employment, litigation, education, health care, insurance. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Kentucky.
How long has Sean Michael Whitt practiced law?
Sean Michael Whitt has 27+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1999.
Where did Sean Michael Whitt go to law school?
Sean Michael Whitt earned their education at (J.D., 1999); (B.B.A., 1994).
How can I contact Sean Michael Whitt for a consultation?
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What awards or recognition has Sean Michael Whitt received?
Sean Michael Whitt's notable recognition includes: CV Notable.

Education

J.D.
University of Kentucky
- 1999
B.B.A.
University of Kentucky
- 1994

Awards

CV Notable

Bar Admissions

Kentucky U.S. District Court, Eastern District of Kentucky U.S. Court of Appeals, Sixth Circuit
Admitted: 1999

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