Flora Templeton Stuart
Top rated Personal Injury attorney in Bowling Green, Kentucky
Flora Templeton Stuart Accident Injury Lawyers
Practice areas: Personal Injury
Licensed in Kentucky since: 1976
Education: Northern Kentucky University Salmon P. Chase College of Law
Selected to Super Lawyers: 2020 - 2026 
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607 E 10th StBowling Green, KY 42101 Phone: 888-782-9090 Email: Flora Templeton Stuart Visit website
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When Flora Templeton Stuart founded her law practice in 1976, she made history as the first female attorney in her community. 50 years later, her woman owned firm stands as one of south-central Kentucky's most experienced and trusted personal injury practices having recovered over $150 million for injured clients across Kentucky and Tennessee.
Flora represents victims of car accidents, truck accidents, motorcycle accidents, slip and fall accidents, and all types of personal injury claims. With over 50 jury trials and national recognition, she brings the kind of courtroom experience and legal firepower that insurance companies take seriously, and that her injured clients depend on.
A nationally recognized attorney, Flora's representation of a young woman garnered coverage in Time Magazine, bringing her advocacy to a national audience, and this case was major landmark case was revisited by the New York Times and the Courier Journal in 2025. She served on the Kentucky Supreme Court Task Force, where she helped write the Kentucky Supreme Court rules — a distinction held by very few practitioners in the state.
Flora's community leadership is equally distinguished. She is a recipient of the Women of the Year Award from the Human Rights Commission, the Warren County Bar Association Service Award, and the Melvin Jones Award for Service from Lions International, among numerous other honors.
Clients who choose Flora Templeton Stuart Accident Injury Lawyers know they are choosing a firm built on trust, compassion, and the highest ethical standards. Flora treats every client with personal respect and genuine care — not as a case number, but as a person whose life has been disrupted by someone else's negligence. Her mission, every day, is to fight for the settlement her clients deserve.
First Admitted: 1976, Kentucky
Professional Webpage: https://florastuart.com/our-team/flora-templeton-stuart/
Bar / Professional Activity
- Kentucky Justice Association’s The Advocate, 2026
- Warren County Bar Association (Board), 2026
- Each year, Ms. Stuart far exceeds the minimum CLE credits required by the Kentucky Bar Association. This represents her dedication and achievement in her professional career. 2015: 20.75 2016: 15.75 2017: 25.25 2018: 33.75 2019: 27.75, 2026
- Yearly attendance at National Legal seminars, 2026
- Kentucky Bar Association, 2026
- Tennessee Bar Association, 2026
- Kentucky Supreme Court Rules Task Force, 2025
- Member, American Association for Justice Truck Litigation Group, 2023
- Bowling Green-Warren County Bar Association, 1976-present, 2019
Videos
- Personal representation from top attorneys who care. Medical treatment with excellent physicians. Getting the settlement you deserve. These are what set Flora Templeton Stuart apart., What Sets Flora Templeton Stuart Apart?, 2026
Special Licenses / Certifications
- Certified Attorney in the state of Kentucky since 1976 and Tennessee., 2026
Pro bono / Community Service
- A major sponsor for organizations and events such as Toys for Tots, Thunderfest (Kiwanis Club), Kentucky Veterans Brigade, CASA (Court Appointed Special Advocates), Band Together BG Inc. (Founded 501c raising funds for local charity), BgOnstage (Founded) and more. Numerous community awards for service to include Woman of the Year with Human Rights Commission (2025), Gwyn Public Service Award from the Warren County Bar Association (2023), the Melvin Jones Award from Lions International, the William H. Natcher Service Award, the Spirit of Community Award from Community Education, the Tiny Grain of Sand Award from the International Center of Bowling Green, and the Award For Outstanding Service from the U.S. Marine Corps League. To view a more comprehensive list of Flora's sponsorships and donations, visit https://florastuart.com/community/ , 2026
- Founder, Band Together BG- a yearly fundraiser that has raised over $250,000 for local organizations and charities since 2017., 2026
- Kentucky Supreme Court Civil Rules Task Force, 2025
- CASA of South Central Kentucky Board Member, 2026
- Founder of Poppy's Pop In, a program affiliated with local news station WNKY to visit and donate to local non-profit organizations and schools., 2026
- Vice Chair of the Bowling Green Noon Lions Club, an organization she has been a member of for over 30 years., 2026
- President, Bowling Green Noon Lions Club (active June 2019). Ms. Stuart has been an active member of the International Lions dba Noon Lions Club for over 25 years. , 2019
- Founder and President, Art Education Task Force, dba BG OnStage (501c) which provides quality training and education in the performing arts in South Central Kentucky since 2009. A community theatre for Van Meter at Western Kentucky University, AETF Inc. serves schools throughout South Central Kentucky in the theatre arts. Scholarships are provided for disabled students and those who cannot afford to attend. As president since 2009, Ms. Stuart provides pro bono legal services including the formation of the 501c and continuing requirements to qualify as a federal charity, 2019
- Partnered with WBKO (local ABC affiliate) to establish Poppy's Field Trip and the Today's Leader award which recognizes students and educators that have made a positive impact on their community. Flora personally visits schools in the region to present awards to deserving members of the community, who are then featured on local television. In addition, throughout the year Flora donates hundreds of dollars worth of school supplies to students in need, 2019
- Board member, International Center of Kentucky, which has helped to resettle over 10,000 refugees, victims of human trafficking, asylees, parolees, and others with similar status, as well as other immigrants from thirty (30) countries around the globe. Ms. Stuart, as a board member, provides pro bono legal services along with chairing a committee for education. (2017-Present), 2019
- Participated in a mission trip to Jamaica through Holy Spirit Catholic Church, where Ms. Stuart is a member of the choir with voice and violin. Ms. Stuart is a mentor for the Burmese refugees at the church, 2011
Educational Background
- Salmon P. Chase Law School of Northern Kentucky University J.D. , 1972-1976
- Western Kentucky University, Education, B.A. Western Kentucky University, School of Education where Ms. Stuart received her teaching certificate, 1968-1972
Scholarly Lectures / Writings
- Series of Articles Celebrating Our 250th Anniversary of Our Nation. Ms. Stuart explored the history of her ancestors who crossed the Atlantic in the 1600s with the founding of our nation in its historical context., Author, Series of Articles Celebrating Our 250th Anniversary of Our Nation, WBKO, 2026
- Ms. Stuart was a member of the task force that oversaw amendments to the Rules of Procedure., Member, Civil Rules of Procedure, Kentucky Supreme Court Civil Rules Task Force, 2025
- Revisiting international recognized case of Marla Pitchford, the first female to be charged with performing an abortion. Ms. Pitchford was represented by attorney Flora Templeton Stuart who won an acquittal in 1976. This case was reported on ABC, NBC, CBS, television, and newspapers throughout the United States and the world. It was revisited by the New York Times and the Courier Journal in 2025 following the Supreme Court decision overturning Roe v. Wade., The Case of Marla Pitchford, New York Times and Courier Journal of Kentucky, 2025
- As first female attorney in my community to practice law with jury trials I published an article on my epxeriences as a female attorney in a male dominated profession., Author, Trailblazing In A Male-Dominated Industry - My Journey, Kentucky Justice Association, 2021
- Ms. Stuart has been invited to give a talk on how important it is for professionals to give back to their communities. She will be explaining how to form a 501c non-profit. , Lecturer, Philanthropy and Legal Practice, Kiwanis Club, 2019
- Between 2010-2017, Ms. Stuart received the Certificate of Appreciation with Newspaper in Education (Daily News) in Bowling Green for lecturing on constitutional and criminal laws issues in the public schools, Lecturer, Warren County Schools, 2017
- Ms. Stuart explained the handling of a motor vehicle accident case and the need for liability, UM, PIP coverages, Lecturer, Personal Injury Law, BG Noon Lions Club, 2016
- Contributor to this book, Contributor, Women and the Criminal Justice System, 2014
- Ms. Stuart is a contributor of "Voices of Women from the Criminal Justice System", Contributor, Voices of Women from the Criminal Justice System, Ally & Bacon, 2006
Other Outstanding Achievements
- Appointed to serve on Warren County Bar Association Board in Kentucky., 2026
- Founded Band Together BG Inc. 501c that raised and distributed over $250,000 to local charities., 2025
- Appointed to serve on the Court Appointed Special Advocates (CASA) Board., 2026
- Woman of the Year with the Human Rights Commission for achievements in law, community service, and first female attorney in community., 2025
- Completed revision of KY Supreme Court Rules of Civil Procedure appointed by Kentucky Supreme Court on Civil Rules Task Force., 2025
- Vice Chair for Bowling Green International Center (obtained land donation to construct 5,000 sqft. building), 2023
- Founded BgOnstage Inc. 501c Youth Theater that merged with SkyPAC: Southern Kentucky Performing Arts Center., 2020
- Ms. Stuart represented Marla Pitchford, a young college student who was charged with abortion. She received national and international recognition for the acquittal that she obtained in the case. This included articles in Newsweek, Time Magazine, newspapers throughout the world, and appearances on Good Morning America and Phil Donaghue where she debated the legal aspects of abortion, 1978
Honors
- Spirit of Community Award, Community Education, 2025
- Recognition to Ms. Stuart's exceptional service to the legal community and to her local Bowling Green and Warren County communities, Woman of the Year Award, Human Rights Commission, 2025
- For outstanding service and support of the children in her community, Award for Outstanding Service, U.S. Marine Corps League, 2025
- For her continued dedication to her Warren County community, Gwyneth Davis Public Service Award, Warren County Bar Association, 2023
- In appreciation of her demonstrated leadership and outstanding contribution to the Kiwanis Club of Bowling Green, William Natcher Service to Kiwanis Award, Kiwanis Club of Bowling Green, 2023
- Neighborhood Hero Award, Disciples of Christ M/M & Guardians of The Children Vette City, 2023
- For her incredible enthusiasm in service, and great determination for the success of others in her community, Gov. Kelly Thompson Spirit of Kiwanis Award, Kiwanis Club of Bowling Green, 2022
- Bowling Green Independent Schools Recognition for contributions with Band Together BG which is a local fundraiser founded by Ms. Stuart, Certificate of Appreciation, Bowling Green City Schools, 2019
- For several years Ms. Stuart has received a Commander’s Award for recognition of her generous contributions with the Marine Toys for Tots that brings Christmas to less fortunate children. A major sponsor of Toys for Tots, Ms. Stuart was an invited speaker at the U.S. Marine Corps gathering in 2015., Commander's Award, United States Marine Corps Reserve, 2018
- Voted "Best of Bowling Green" Attorney., Best of Bowling Green, BG Daily News, 2018
- Ms. Stuart was recognized for supporting The Boys and Girls Club of Butler County, KY, Certificate of Appreciation, The Boys and Girls Club of Butler County, KY, 2018
- For dedication humanitarian services., Melvin Jones Fellow, Lions Clubs International Foundation, 2017
- Certificate of Appreciation for supporting Warren County Public Schools through "Stuff the Bus". Ms. Stuart was a major sponsor of "Stuff the Bus" for 10 years, delivering a bus-load of school supplies each year. , Certificate of Appreciation, Warren County Schools, 2015
- Awarded for Ms. Stuart's dedication and service to her community., President Appreciation, Lions Club International, 2016
- Ms. Stuart was award "Lion of the Year" for her dedication and service to her community, Lion of the Year, Bowling Green Noon Lions Club, 2015
- Awarded for 25 years of dedication and service to her community. , 25 Years of Service Award, Lions Club International, 2014
- Women's Entrepreneurship Award, Bowling Green Human Rights Commission, Women's Entrepreneurship Award, Bowling Green Human Rights Commission, 2004
- Pro Bono cases, Pro Bono Award, Kentucky State Bar, 2000
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Office location for Flora Templeton Stuart
607 E 10th St
Bowling Green, KY 42101
Selections
7 Years Super Lawyers
- Super Lawyers: 2020 - 2026