Adrian M Mendiondo, Civil Rights Attorney in Lexington, Kentucky
Over 23 years of legal practice · focused on Civil Rights and Personal Injury · 4.3/5 rating from 11 verified client reviews
Contact AttorneyatMorgan & Morgan
Lexington, KY
Practicing civil rights in Lexington since 2003.
- 23+
- Years practicing
- 4.3 ★
- 11 client reviews
- 2
- Bar admissions
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Adrian M Mendiondo is a contact attorney based in Lexington, KY. The practice focuses on Civil Rights and Personal Injury. Adrian has over 23 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Morgan & Morgan. Rated 4.3 out of 5 from 11 client reviews.
- Based in
- Lexington, KY
- Experience
- over 23 years
- Known for
- Civil Rights · Personal Injury
- Handles Civil Rights and Personal Injury matters from Lexington, KY.
- Over 23 years of practice as a licensed attorney.
- Recognized with BV Distinguished.
About Adrian M Mendiondo: Adrian M Mendiondo is a contact attorney based in Lexington, KY. The practice focuses on Civil Rights and Personal Injury. Adrian has over 23 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Morgan & Morgan. Rated 4.3 out of 5 from 11 client reviews.
Areas of practice
Adrian's practice areas in Lexington
Adrian concentrates on civil rights and personal injury. Each area below outlines the kind of case Adrian handles, typical outcomes to expect, and how the intake process starts.
Civil Rights cases in Lexington, Kentucky
Adrian takes civil rights matters in Lexington, Kentucky. Typical engagements include intake calls to scope the issue, review of any records or filings you already have, and a written strategy memo before Adrian agrees to represent you.
Personal Injury cases in Lexington, Kentucky
Adrian takes personal injury matters in Lexington, Kentucky. Typical engagements include intake calls to scope the issue, review of any records or filings you already have, and a written strategy memo before Adrian agrees to represent you.
Biography
Adrian M Mendiondo, civil rights attorney serving Lexington
Adrian M Mendiondo is a contact attorney based in Lexington, KY. The practice focuses on Civil Rights and Personal Injury. Adrian has over 23 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Morgan & Morgan. Rated 4.3 out of 5 from 11 client reviews. Adrian works from Lexington, Kentucky and takes on civil rights matters across the region.
Adrian Mendiondo grew up in Lexington, Kentucky and has practiced law in Lexington since 2005. After graduating from Henry Clay High School in 1996, Mr. Mendiondo pursued his undergraduate degree from Emory University, in Atlanta, Georgia, and then moved to Los Angeles California to attend Pepperdine University School of Law. Mr. Mendiondo graduated cum laude from Pepperdine in 2003, was admitted to the California bar, and practiced in Los Angeles from 2003 to 2004. He then returned to Lexington where he has practiced since being admitted to the Kentucky Bar in 2005.
Mr. Mendiondo began his Kentucky practice as an associate with Stoll Keenon Ogden, then joined Kinkead & Stilz in 2007. In both firms he focused primarily on business, employment, and civil rights litigation, representing small and large businesses and governmental agencies across Kentucky.
Mr. Mendiondo joined Morgan & Morgan in 2015, switching the focus of his practice from defending businesses and governmental entities to pursuing claims on behalf of injured persons. Today, Mr. Mendiondo primarily handles tractor-trailer and other commercial motor vehicle cases in the Midwest region, including Kentucky, Indiana, Ohio, and Missouri.
During his career Mr. Mendiondo has earned substantial litigation experience in federal and state courts across the Midwest. He has successfully tried numerous cases to a jury in both state and federal courts, and has successfully pursued and defended appeals to the Kentucky Court of Appeals, the Kentucky Supreme Court, and the United States Sixth Circuit Court of Appeals. He is admitted to practice before all state courts in Kentucky and California, the United States District Courts for the Eastern and Western Districts of Kentucky, Southern District of Indiana, and Central District of California, and the United States Sixth Circuit Court of Appeals.
Mr. Mendiondo is married to Whitney Howard Mendiondo and has two children, Lillian and Anna Claire.
News & Insights
Federal court jury awards $690,000 in wreck damages
Civil Settlement is the Only Justice for Most Victims of Excessive Force
Recent Wins
John Doe v. Government
$1,800,000
Civil Rights
2018
John Doe v. Construction Company
$900,000
Car Accident
2016
Samuel Long v. Plana Transportation, Inc. and Barrington Wright
$680,784
Car Accident
2021
Becker, Susan v. IMI & Nickey Rolph & State Farm
$455,449
Trucking Accident
2024
Waller, Joshua vs. Triumph Landscape Construction, Inc.
$90,230
Trucking Accident
2023
Adrian's approach to civil rights cases
Adrian Mendiondo grew up in Lexington, Kentucky and has practiced law in Lexington since 2005. After graduating from Henry Clay High School in 1996, Mr. Mendiondo pursued his undergraduate degree from Emory University, in Atlanta, Georgia, and then moved to Los Angeles California to attend Pepperdine University School of Law. Mr. Mendiondo graduated cum laude from Pepperdine in 2003, was admitted…
Clients Adrian works with
Adrian reviews new inquiries case-by-case for civil rights and personal injury matters in Lexington and the surrounding Kentucky area.
Credentials
Credentials — where Adrian studied and practices
Pepperdine University
J.D. · 2003
Emory University
B.A. · 2000
Jurisdictions
Adrian's state bar admissions
Kentucky
2005 · ACTIVE
California
2003 · ACTIVE
Adrian studied at J.D. in Pepperdine University and B.A. in Emory University.
Law school and academic background
Adrian completed J.D. in Pepperdine University and B.A. in Emory University. Formal legal training is one signal of substantive knowledge — the day-to-day practice Adrian runs in Kentucky is where that training gets applied to real client questions.
Recognition
Adrian's legal honors and published work
Adrian has received 1 formal recognition from bar associations, industry bodies, and peer-review services.
BV Distinguished
Legal awards and honors
BV Distinguished.
Affiliations
Adrian's professional memberships and bar associations
Memberships •Kentucky Bar Association •California Bar Association
membership
Locations
Adrian M Mendiondo's office in Lexington
Adrian's primary office is at 333 West Vine Street, Suite 1200, Lexington, KY, 40507. In-person meetings are by appointment; a phone intake usually comes first.
Client feedback
Client reviews of Adrian M Mendiondo — 4.3/5 rating from 11 verified client reviews
Every review below is from a verified client of Adrian. Reviews cover communication, case outcome, and value — the three signals that matter most when comparing civil rights attorneys in Lexington.
4.3
11 client reviews
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How to hire Adrian M Mendiondo — what to expect in your first consultation
Working with a new civil rights attorney should feel structured. Here's how the first two conversations with Adrian usually go, from the moment you request a consult to the day representation begins.
Consultation formats and pricing
Adrian charges for the initial consult. That fee is credited toward representation if you retain Adrian's office.
What to bring to your first meeting
Bring any documents you already have — police reports, medical records, filed pleadings, correspondence from an insurer, a copy of the contract at issue. If you're not sure, err on the side of bringing everything; Adrian will tell you what matters and what doesn't.
Questions to ask a civil rights attorney in Lexington, Kentucky
A short list to run through before you commit: How many civil rights matters have you handled in the last year? What's your fee structure? Who else in the office will work on this? What's your realistic estimate of timeline and range of outcomes? How do I reach you between meetings?
Fees & payment
Fees, payment methods, and consultation options for Adrian
Adrian discusses fees during intake so the arrangement fits the matter. Contingency, hourly, and flat-fee options are all common in civil rights practice — ask which fits.
Hourly rates, contingency fees, and flat-fee options
Every civil rights matter is priced differently. Simple document review might be a flat fee. Injury litigation is often contingency. Complex commercial disputes usually run hourly with a retainer. Adrian confirms the model in the engagement letter before any work starts.
Payment methods and payment plans
Adrian's office accepts standard payment methods. Ask about payment plans if the retainer is a stretch — many civil rights practices work with clients on structured schedules.
Frequently asked
Frequently asked questions about Adrian M Mendiondo
How much does it cost to hire Adrian for a civil rights case?
Cost depends on the type of matter, the fee model (contingency, flat, hourly), and how contested the case becomes. Adrian walks through the likely range during the consult so there are no surprises.
Does Adrian offer a free consultation?
Adrian charges for the initial consult; that fee is credited toward representation if you retain Adrian's office. Some civil rights attorneys offer free consults — check Adrian's current terms during booking.
How long do civil rights cases in Kentucky typically take?
Simple civil rights matters can wrap in a few weeks; disputed cases can run 6–18 months from intake to resolution, longer if the matter goes to trial. Adrian gives a realistic estimate for your facts at the consult — vague answers here are a red flag.
Can Adrian take my case if I'm outside Lexington?
Adrian is licensed in Kentucky. Matters governed by Kentucky law are the natural fit. Out-of-state matters are handled case-by-case, sometimes with local co-counsel. Ask during intake — Adrian will tell you if the case is a fit or refer you to someone closer to your court.
What should I bring to my first meeting with Adrian?
Bring every document that touches the dispute: contracts, correspondence, police or medical reports, filed pleadings, invoices, photographs, insurance letters. Also bring a written timeline of what happened, in your own words. Adrian will filter what matters — over-preparing at intake is always cheaper than needing a second meeting.
Is Adrian accepting new civil rights clients right now?
Adrian's intake status shifts week to week. Submit the form; the office will confirm availability or refer the matter out.
Areas served
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