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Michael D. "Mike" Risley represents clients in Louisville, Kentucky across the following areas of law. Each area links to other verified attorneys with the same focus.
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About Michael D. "Mike" Risley
Mike Risley is Co-Chair of the firm’s Appellate Advocacy Group and former Chair of the Louisville office’s Litigation Service Group. A seasoned litigator, Mike frequently appears before both state and federal appellate courts. He also has deep experience in disputes involving insurance bad faith and coverage, ERISA, and commercial and employment-related matters. Mike currently is serving the firm as Louisville Office Executive Member and is a former member of the firm’s Management Committee.
More Than Stites & Harbison
Mike serves as General Counsel to the Better Business Bureau of Greater Louisville. He is a Church Attorney for the Episcopal Diocese of Kentucky, teacher at St. Matthews Episcopal Church and a former long-time member of the Board of Trustees of St. Francis School, an independent school located in Louisville.
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Education
University of Kentucky
J.D. · 1983
Murray State University
BS · 1977
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Kentucky, Kentucky B
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Lawyer of the Year — Appellate Practice (Louisville)
2022
Lawyer of the Year — Appellate Practice (Louisville)
2017
Best Lawyers in America — Appellate Practice
2026
Best Lawyers in America — Awards:
2026
Best Lawyers in America — Martindale-Hubbell AV-rated
2026
Best Lawyers in America — Kentucky Super Lawyers (2013-present)
2026
Best Lawyers in America — Louisville Magazine Top Lawyers (2013-16)
2026
Best Lawyers in America — Finance Monthly
2026
Best Lawyers in America — , Fintech Awards Insurance & Reinsurance Lawyer of the Year (2019)
2026
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Michael D. "Mike" Risley focuses on Appellate.
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Michael D. "Mike" Risley primarily serves clients in Louisville, Kentucky, with an office at 400 West Market Street, Suite 1800.
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