
John Edmund Selent, Business Attorney in Louisville, Kentucky
Over 45 years of legal practice · focused on Business, Civil Rights, and Employment · 4.9/5 rating from 1 verified client review
PartneratDinsmore & Shohl LLP
Louisville, KY
Practicing business in Louisville since 1981.
- 45+
- Years practicing
- 4.9 ★
- 1 client review
- 1
- Bar admission
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John Edmund Selent is a partner based in Louisville, KY. The practice focuses on Business, Civil Rights, and Employment. John has over 45 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Dinsmore & Shohl LLP. Rated 4.9 out of 5 from 1 client review.
- Based in
- Louisville, KY
- Experience
- over 45 years
- Known for
- Business · Civil Rights · Employment
- Handles Business, Civil Rights, and Employment matters from Louisville, KY.
- Over 45 years of practice as a licensed attorney.
- Recognized with AV Preeminent.
About John Edmund Selent: John Edmund Selent is a partner based in Louisville, KY. The practice focuses on Business, Civil Rights, and Employment. John has over 45 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Dinsmore & Shohl LLP. Rated 4.9 out of 5 from 1 client review.
Areas of practice
John's practice areas in Louisville
John concentrates on business, civil rights, employment, energy, and environmental. Each area below outlines the kind of case John handles, typical outcomes to expect, and how the intake process starts.
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Business cases in Louisville, Kentucky
John takes business matters in Louisville, Kentucky. Typical engagements include intake calls to scope the issue, review of any records or filings you already have, and a written strategy memo before John agrees to represent you.
Civil Rights cases in Louisville, Kentucky
John takes civil rights matters in Louisville, Kentucky. Typical engagements include intake calls to scope the issue, review of any records or filings you already have, and a written strategy memo before John agrees to represent you.
Employment cases in Louisville, Kentucky
John takes employment matters in Louisville, Kentucky. Typical engagements include intake calls to scope the issue, review of any records or filings you already have, and a written strategy memo before John agrees to represent you.
Energy cases in Louisville, Kentucky
John takes energy matters in Louisville, Kentucky. Typical engagements include intake calls to scope the issue, review of any records or filings you already have, and a written strategy memo before John agrees to represent you.
Environmental cases in Louisville, Kentucky
John takes environmental matters in Louisville, Kentucky. Typical engagements include intake calls to scope the issue, review of any records or filings you already have, and a written strategy memo before John agrees to represent you.
Biography
John Edmund Selent, business attorney serving Louisville
John Edmund Selent is a partner based in Louisville, KY. The practice focuses on Business, Civil Rights, and Employment. John has over 45 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Dinsmore & Shohl LLP. Rated 4.9 out of 5 from 1 client review. John works from Louisville, Kentucky and takes on business matters across the region.
John Edmund Selent is a lawyer practicing administrative law, antitrust and trade regulation, banking & financial services and 19 other areas of law. John received a B.A. degree from Bellarmine College in 1977, and has been licensed for 45 years. John practices at Dinsmore & Shohl LLP in Louisville, KY.
How John handles business matters
John Edmund Selent is a lawyer practicing administrative law, antitrust and trade regulation, banking & financial services and 19 other areas of law. John received a B.A. degree from Bellarmine College in 1977, and has been licensed for 45 years. John practices at Dinsmore & Shohl LLP in Louisville, KY.
Who John represents
John reviews new inquiries case-by-case for business, civil rights, and employment matters in Louisville and the surrounding Kentucky area.
Credentials
Credentials — where John studied and practices
University of Notre Dame Law School
J.D. · 1980
Bellarmine College
B.A. · 1977
Jurisdictions
John's state bar admissions
Kentucky Sixth Circu
1981 · ACTIVE
John studied at J.D. in University of Notre Dame Law School and B.A. in Bellarmine College.
Law school and academic background
John completed J.D. in University of Notre Dame Law School and B.A. in Bellarmine College. Formal legal training is one signal of substantive knowledge — the day-to-day practice John runs in Kentucky is where that training gets applied to real client questions.
Recognition
John's legal honors and published work
John has received 1 formal recognition from bar associations, industry bodies, and peer-review services.
AV Preeminent
Legal awards and honors
AV Preeminent.
Locations
John Edmund Selent's office in Louisville
John's primary office is at 101 South Fifth Street, Suite 2500, Louisville, KY, 40202. In-person meetings are by appointment; a phone intake usually comes first.
Dinsmore & Shohl LLP
101 South Fifth Street, Suite 2500
Louisville, KY 40202
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Client reviews of John Edmund Selent — 4.9/5 rating from 1 verified client review
Every review below is from a verified client of John. Reviews cover communication, case outcome, and value — the three signals that matter most when comparing business attorneys in Louisville.
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How to hire John Edmund Selent — what to expect in your first consultation
Working with a new business attorney should feel structured. Here's how the first two conversations with John usually go, from the moment you request a consult to the day representation begins.
Consultation formats and pricing
John charges for the initial consult. That fee is credited toward representation if you retain John's office.
What to bring to your first meeting
Bring any documents you already have — police reports, medical records, filed pleadings, correspondence from an insurer, a copy of the contract at issue. If you're not sure, err on the side of bringing everything; John will tell you what matters and what doesn't.
Questions to ask a business attorney in Louisville, Kentucky
A short list to run through before you commit: How many business matters have you handled in the last year? What's your fee structure? Who else in the office will work on this? What's your realistic estimate of timeline and range of outcomes? How do I reach you between meetings?
Fees & payment
Fees, payment methods, and consultation options for John
John discusses fees during intake so the arrangement fits the matter. Contingency, hourly, and flat-fee options are all common in business practice — ask which fits.
Hourly rates, contingency fees, and flat-fee options
Every business matter is priced differently. Simple document review might be a flat fee. Injury litigation is often contingency. Complex commercial disputes usually run hourly with a retainer. John confirms the model in the engagement letter before any work starts.
Payment methods and payment plans
John's office accepts standard payment methods. Ask about payment plans if the retainer is a stretch — many business practices work with clients on structured schedules.
Frequently asked
Frequently asked questions about John Edmund Selent
How much does it cost to hire John for a business case?
Cost depends on the type of matter, the fee model (contingency, flat, hourly), and how contested the case becomes. John walks through the likely range during the consult so there are no surprises.
Does John offer a free consultation?
John charges for the initial consult; that fee is credited toward representation if you retain John's office. Some business attorneys offer free consults — check John's current terms during booking.
How long do business cases in Kentucky typically take?
Simple business matters can wrap in a few weeks; disputed cases can run 6–18 months from intake to resolution, longer if the matter goes to trial. John gives a realistic estimate for your facts at the consult — vague answers here are a red flag.
Can John take my case if I'm outside Louisville?
John is licensed in Kentucky. Matters governed by Kentucky law are the natural fit. Out-of-state matters are handled case-by-case, sometimes with local co-counsel. Ask during intake — John will tell you if the case is a fit or refer you to someone closer to your court.
What should I bring to my first meeting with John?
Bring every document that touches the dispute: contracts, correspondence, police or medical reports, filed pleadings, invoices, photographs, insurance letters. Also bring a written timeline of what happened, in your own words. John will filter what matters — over-preparing at intake is always cheaper than needing a second meeting.
Is John accepting new business clients right now?
John's intake status shifts week to week. Submit the form; the office will confirm availability or refer the matter out.
Areas served
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