Practice areas: Civil Rights, Employment & Labor, Personal Injury; view more
Licensed in Kentucky since: 2010
Education: University of Louisville Louis D. Brandeis School of Law
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David N. Ward is a highly regarded attorney based in Louisville, Kentucky, known for his comprehensive legal competence and dedication to his clients. At Adams • Landenwich • Lay, he handles a wide array of legal matters, including employment law, constitutional rights, government misconduct, personal injury and criminal defense. His approach is characterized by a strong commitment to providing exceptional legal support and reassurance to clients facing difficult situations.
A native of Louisville, Kentucky, Mr. Ward's academic background is impressive; he graduated summa cum laude with a bachelor's degree in finance from the University of Kentucky. He then pursued his legal education at the University of Louisville Louis D. Brandeis School of Law, where he earned his Juris Doctor. Since 2010, he has been licensed to practice law in Kentucky and is also admitted to the U.S. District Court for the Western District of Kentucky.
In addition to his legal practice, Mr. Ward is actively involved in the legal community. He is a member of several professional organizations, including the Louisville Bar Association, the Kentucky Bar Association and the Kentucky Justice Association. His peers recognize him for his client-focused approach, which emphasizes personalized attention, meticulous detail and a fervent dedication to resolving legal issues.
Mr. Ward's reputation as a steadfast and compassionate advocate is well-established, and he continues to be a respected figure in the legal field, contributing to the community and upholding the principles of justice and integrity.
Practice areas
Civil Rights, Employment & Labor: Employee, Personal Injury - General: Plaintiff, Criminal Defense, Employment Litigation: PlaintiffFocus areas
Animal Bites, Arrest & Arraignment, Assault, Assault & Battery, Brain Injury, Construction Accident, Criminal Domestic Violence, Criminal Fraud, Criminal Law, Debt, Disability, Discrimination, Dram Shop Laws, Drug & Alcohol Violations, Employment Discrimination, Employment Law - Employee, Expungement, Failure to Pay Child Support, False Accusations, Felony, Juvenile Delinquency, Labor Law, Misdemeanor, Motor Vehicle Accidents, Motor Vehicle Offenses, Murder, Native Peoples Law, Overdrawn Bank Account, Parole, Personal Injury - Plaintiff, Police Misconduct, Premises Liability - Plaintiff, Probation, Prosecution, Race Discrimination, Retaliation, Sex Offenses, Sexual Abuse - Plaintiff, Sexual Harassment, Slip and Fall, Theft, Traffic Violations, Trucking Accidents, Unions, Wage & Hour Laws, Whistleblower, Wrongful Death, Wrongful Termination
- 30% Civil Rights
- 30% Employment & Labor: Employee
- 20% Personal Injury - General: Plaintiff
- 10% Criminal Defense
- 10% Employment Litigation: Plaintiff
First Admitted: 2010, Kentucky
Professional Webpage: https://www.justiceky.com/david-ward
Bar / Professional Activity
- Commonwealth of Kentucky
- The U.S. District Court for the Western District of Kentucky
- Louisville Bar Association, Member
- The Kentucky Bar Association, Member
- The Kentucky Justice Association, Member
Verdicts / Settlements (Case Results)
- Lyttle v. Trooper Robert Farley, et al., Case No. 6:16-cv-114 (E.D. Ky) (Settlement- $130,000.00), 2017
- Jimmy Harper vs. Louisville Metro Police Department, 17-CI-3109 (Jefferson Circuit Court) (Jury Verdict-$482,396.18.00), 2018
- Joshua Reece vs. Shelby County et al., 3:16-cv-69 (E.D. Ky.) (Jury Verdict- $2,184,271.29), 2021
Educational Background
- The University of Kentucky, Lexington, Kentucky - Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Summa Cum Laude
- The University of Louisville Louis D. Brandeis School of Law, Louisville, Kentucky - Juris Doctor
Selections
- Super Lawyers: 2026
- Rising Stars: 2023