Kirtley B Amos, Appellate Attorney in Lexington, Kentucky

Kirtley concentrates on appellate, criminal defense, family law, insurance, and litigation. Each area below outlines the kind of case Kirtley handles, typical outcomes to expect, and how the intake process starts.

• Appellate

  View other Appellate attorneys

• Criminal Defense

  View other Criminal Defense attorneys

• Family Law

  View other Family Law attorneys

• Insurance

  View other Insurance attorneys

• Litigation

  View other Litigation attorneys

• Personal Injury

  View other Personal Injury attorneys

• Probate

  View other Probate attorneys

• Securities

  View other Securities attorneys

• SSD

  View other SSD attorneys

• Wills

  View other Wills attorneys

• Workers Comp

  View other Workers Comp attorneys

• Estate Planning

  View other Estate Planning attorneys

Kirtley's primary office is at 401 W. Main St., Lexington, KY, 40507. In-person meetings are by appointment; a phone intake usually comes first.

Working with a new appellate attorney should feel structured. Here's how the first two conversations with Kirtley usually go, from the moment you request a consult to the day representation begins.

Kirtley discusses fees during intake so the arrangement fits the matter. Contingency, hourly, and flat-fee options are all common in appellate practice — ask which fits.

• How much does it cost to hire Kirtley for a appellate case?

  Cost depends on the type of matter, the fee model (contingency, flat, hourly), and how contested the case becomes. Kirtley walks through the likely range during the consult so there are no surprises.

• Does Kirtley offer a free consultation?

  Kirtley charges for the initial consult; that fee is credited toward representation if you retain Kirtley's office. Some appellate attorneys offer free consults — check Kirtley's current terms during booking.

• How long do appellate cases in Kentucky typically take?

  Simple appellate 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. Kirtley gives a realistic estimate for your facts at the consult — vague answers here are a red flag.

• Can Kirtley take my case if I'm outside Lexington?

  Kirtley 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 — Kirtley 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 Kirtley?

  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. Kirtley will filter what matters — over-preparing at intake is always cheaper than needing a second meeting.

• Is Kirtley accepting new appellate clients right now?

  Kirtley's intake status shifts week to week. Submit the form; the office will confirm availability or refer the matter out.