Dinsmore & Shohl LLP – Frankfort, KY

A National Firm with Local Capital Roots

Advocacy at the Center of Kentucky Government

Dinsmore & Shohl LLP is a prominent national law firm with a strategic office located in Frankfort, Kentucky. Founded in 1908, Dinsmore has grown from a single office in Cincinnati to a powerhouse with locations across the country. The Frankfort office, established in 2009, serves a critical role for clients who need representation in the state capital. Situated just blocks from the Kentucky State Capitol and major government agencies, our attorneys are perfectly positioned to handle complex regulatory, legislative, and administrative matters. We combine the resources of a large firm-including over 750 attorneys nationwide-with the specialized local knowledge required to navigate Kentucky’s political and legal landscape.

Specialized Practice Areas

Our Frankfort team focuses on the unique legal needs that arise in a capital city. Our core practice areas include:

• Government Relations: We advocate for businesses, trade associations, and municipalities before the Kentucky General Assembly and executive branch agencies.
• Environmental Law: We guide industrial and commercial clients through complex state and federal environmental regulations, permitting, and enforcement actions.
• Public Utilities: We represent utilities and energy companies in regulatory proceedings and litigation.
• Administrative Law: We handle disputes and compliance matters involving state licensure boards and government departments.
• Litigation: Our trial lawyers represent clients in state and federal courts throughout Kentucky.

Trusted Advisors

At Dinsmore, we are more than just legal technicians; we are trusted advisors who help our clients achieve their business goals. Our Frankfort attorneys, including office managing partner Lloyd ”Rusty” Cress, Jr., are deeply embedded in the community and have served in various leadership roles within state government and industry associations. If you need a Frankfort government relations attorney or environmental lawyer who understands how to get things done in the Commonwealth, Dinsmore & Shohl LLP offers the experience and connections you can rely on.