Atty. Stephen Garrett Amato

Atty. Stephen Garrett Amato

Stephen Garrett Amato is a lawyer practicing administrative law, civil litigation, employment law and 4 other areas of law. Stephen received a B.A. degree from Transylvania University in 1987, and has been licensed for 36 years.

Lexington Lexington 36 yrs experience 36 year
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Profile Summary

About Stephen Garrett Amato at a glance

Stephen Garrett Amato is a Member based in Lexington, Kentucky. They have 36+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1990. Their practice focuses on probate, personal injury, employment, litigation, and government. Admitted to practice in Kentucky (1990), U.S. District Court, Eastern and Western Districts of Kentucky (1990), and U.S. Court of Appeals, Sixth Circuit (1993). Educated at University of Kentucky College of Law (J.D., 1990) and Transylvania University (B.A. History, 1987). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Active member of Fayette County, Kentucky and American Bar Associations Defense Research Institute. Serands clients in Lexington, KY and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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  • Stephen Garrett Amato is a lawyer practicing administrative law, civil litigation, employment law and 4 other areas of law
  • Stephen received a B.A. degree from Transylvania University in 1987, and has been licensed for 36 years
  • Stephen practices in Lexington, KY

Practice Areas Explained

Stephen Garrett Amato's Areas of Practice

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

Probate

Stephen Garrett Amato 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.

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

Employment Law

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

Stephen Garrett Amato is one of 169,120 employment attorneys indexed nationally. Browse employment attorneys in Kentucky →

Civil Litigation

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

Stephen Garrett Amato is one of 454,532 litigation attorneys indexed nationally. Browse litigation attorneys in Kentucky →

Government & Administrative Law

Attorneys for administrative law, agency hearings, government contracts, licensing, and public benefits.

Stephen Garrett Amato is one of 132,225 government attorneys indexed nationally. Browse government 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 Stephen Garrett Amato

Where is Stephen Garrett Amato's law office located?
Stephen Garrett Amato's law practice is located in Lexington, Kentucky. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Stephen Garrett Amato handle?
Stephen Garrett Amato focuses on probate, personal injury, employment, litigation, government. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Kentucky.
How long has Stephen Garrett Amato practiced law?
Stephen Garrett Amato has 36+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1990.
Where did Stephen Garrett Amato go to law school?
Stephen Garrett Amato earned their education at (J.D., 1990); (B.A. History, 1987).
How can I contact Stephen Garrett Amato for a consultation?
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What awards or recognition has Stephen Garrett Amato received?
Stephen Garrett Amato's notable recognition includes: AV Preeminent.

Education

J.D.
University of Kentucky College of Law
- 1990
B.A. History
Transylvania University
- 1987

Awards

AV Preeminent

Bar Admissions

Kentucky
Admitted: 1990
U.S. District Court, Eastern and Western Districts of Kentucky
Admitted: 1990
U.S. Court of Appeals, Sixth Circuit
Admitted: 1993

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