Overview

Landrum & Shouse is recognized as one of the most prolific law firms by the Kentucky Trial Verdict Reporter and has received a Tier 1 ranking for the state of Kentucky by Best Lawyer U.S. News - "Best Law Firms 2019-2020."

Landrum & Shouse LLP is one of the largest law firms in Central Kentucky with offices in both Lexington and Louisville. The firm traces its history from pre-World War II legal service by its founding partners. For more than 65 years following military service, the late Weldon Shouse and the late Charles Landrum, Jr., together with their firms, practiced law throughout Kentucky before merging in 1984 to become what is now known as Landrum & Shouse LLP. The resulting firm was built upon the well-deserved reputations of its founders as experienced, knowledgeable and hard-working Lexington civil litigation lawyers.
A high percentage of our partners have been named Kentucky Super Lawyers with several of them also being recognized as Lawyers of the Year and Best Lawyers in America, the oldest and most respected peer-review publication in the legal profession.

Additionally, many of our attorneys maintain an “AV” Preeminent rating through Martindale Hubbell which is the highest possible rating in both legal ability and ethical standards.

The attorneys at Landrum & Shouse LLP with offices in Lexington and Louisville, Kentucky, are very competent and provide a wide range of civil litigation services to individuals, businesses, governmental agencies and organizations. As the fourth largest law firm in Kentucky, we have the resources, knowledge and experience to undertake even the most complex litigation. Our legal practice focuses on litigation. As trial attorneys, we are especially sensitive to the high cost, in terms of both money and time, of courtroom battles.

Consequently, we seek to become involved in matters before they are scheduled for trial; this strategy often results in a matter being dismissed or referred to some type of alternative dispute resolution.

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Services may be performed by other lawyers at our Lexington or Louisville offices.

Founded:
1954
Size:
25
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Practice Areas:
22
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Best Lawyers Recognized:
15

Rankings

Regional

Lexington

Tier
1
Lexington
Arbitration
Tier
1
Lexington
Commercial Transactions / UCC Law
Tier
1
Lexington
Insurance Law
Tier
1
Lexington
Litigation - Insurance
Tier
1
Lexington
Mediation
Tier
1
Lexington
Personal Injury Litigation - Defendants

Firm Leadership

Larry C. Deener
Partner
Leslie P. Vose
Partner
R. Kent Westberry
Partner

Rankings

Regional

Lexington

Tier
1
Lexington
Arbitration
Tier
1
Lexington
Commercial Transactions / UCC Law
Tier
1
Lexington
Insurance Law
Tier
1
Lexington
Litigation - Insurance
Tier
1
Lexington
Mediation
Tier
1
Lexington
Personal Injury Litigation - Defendants
Tier
1
Lexington
Railroad Law
Tier
2
Lexington
Employment Law - Individuals
Tier
2
Lexington
Employment Law - Management

Louisville

Tier
1
Louisville
Litigation - Insurance
Tier
1
Louisville
Personal Injury Litigation - Defendants
Tier
2
Louisville
Commercial Litigation
Tier
2
Louisville
Criminal Defense: White-Collar
Tier
2
Louisville
Mediation

Practice Areas

Landrum & Shouse LLP has been ranked by Best Law Firms for excellence in 11 specialties, reflecting the firm's commitment to delivering outstanding legal services.
Additionally, the firm provides services in these practice areas:
  • Appellate Practice
  • Arbitration
  • Commercial Litigation
  • Criminal Defense: General Practice
  • Criminal Defense: White-Collar
  • Education Law
  • Elder Law
  • Employment Law - Individuals
  • Employment Law - Management
  • Litigation - Municipal
  • Litigation - Regulatory Enforcement (SEC, Telecom, Energy)
  • Mediation
  • Mining Law
  • Municipal Law
  • Personal Injury Litigation - Defendants
  • Product Liability Litigation - Defendants
  • Railroad Law
  • Trademark Law
  • Transportation Law
  • Trusts and Estates
  • Workers' Compensation Law - Claimants
  • Workers' Compensation Law - Employers

Individuals Recognized in The Best Lawyers in America®

Landrum & Shouse LLP proudly has 15 lawyers recognized for their outstanding professional performance in the 2025 edition of The Best Lawyers in America®. This peer-reviewed honor highlights individual excellence and directly qualifies the firm for consideration in the prestigious Best Law Firms rankings. For over four decades, Best Lawyers has been the gold standard for recognizing top legal talent, serving as the cornerstone for Best Law Firms awards. Learn more about our rigorous Best Lawyers research and selection process.
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Firm News

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Awards

Landrum & Shouse LLP is honored to be recognized for excellence by Best Law Firms and other leading legal industry organizations. Our rankings and awards reflect the dedication, skill, and results our attorneys deliver across a wide range of practice areas. In addition to our Best Law Firms awards, Landrum & Shouse LLP has earned accolades from respected national and regional publications for outstanding legal service and professional achievement. Explore our awards below to learn more about how Landrum & Shouse LLP continues to set the standard for quality legal representation.
Best Law Firms - Best Lawyers in America
SuperLawyers

Offices & Contacts

Lexington, KY
Louisville, KY
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