Craig P. Siegenthaler, Employment Attorney in Louisville, Kentucky
focused on Employment and Litigation
Louisville, KY
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Craig P. Siegenthaler is an attorney based in Louisville, KENTUCKY. The practice focuses on Employment and Litigation.
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- Louisville, KENTUCKY
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- attorney
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- Employment · Litigation
- Handles Employment and Litigation matters from Louisville, KENTUCKY.
- Recognized with Lawyer of the Year — Employment Law - Management (Louisville) (2023).
About Craig P. Siegenthaler: Craig P. Siegenthaler is an attorney based in Louisville, KENTUCKY. The practice focuses on Employment and Litigation.
Areas of practice
Legal matters Craig takes on
Craig concentrates on employment and litigation. Each area below outlines the kind of case Craig handles, typical outcomes to expect, and how the intake process starts.
Employment cases in Louisville, Kentucky
Craig takes employment matters in Louisville, 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 Craig agrees to represent you.
Litigation cases in Louisville, Kentucky
Craig takes litigation matters in Louisville, 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 Craig agrees to represent you.
Biography
Meet Craig P. Siegenthaler — employment lawyer in Louisville
Craig P. Siegenthaler is an attorney based in Louisville, KENTUCKY. The practice focuses on Employment and Litigation.
Craig Siegenthaler is a partner in the firm's Louisville office. He has appeared in federal and state courts defending clients in class action litigation involving wage and hour matters, as well as other employment law based claims.
Craig represents corporate entities and management in employment litigation in federal and state courts and in administrative proceedings before the Equal Employment Opportunity Commission (EEOC) and state agencies.
He has counseled companies regarding employment issues, including legal compliance, policies and procedures, restructuring, job accommodations, leaves, benefits, employment contracts, and layoffs and related severance programs. Craig has served as an adjunct professor for the traditional labor law course for the Brandeis School of Law at the University of Louisville.
He is "AV" Peer Review Rated by Martindale-Hubbell and has been selected for inclusion in Kentucky Super Lawyers since 2007. He has also been listed in The Best Lawyers in America since 2012.
How Craig handles employment matters
Craig Siegenthaler is a partner in the firm's Louisville office. He has appeared in federal and state courts defending clients in class action litigation involving wage and hour matters, as well as other employment law based claims. Craig represents corporate entities and management in employment litigation in federal and state courts and in administrative proceedings before the Equal Employment…
Who Craig represents
Craig reviews new inquiries case-by-case for employment and litigation matters in Louisville and the surrounding Kentucky area.
Credentials
Education, bar admissions, and languages
University of Georgia
J.D. · 1990
Jurisdictions
Craig's state bar admissions
Georgia, Georgia Bar
ACTIVE
Kentucky, Kentucky B
ACTIVE
Virginia, Virginia B
ACTIVE
Craig studied at J.D. in University of Georgia.
Law school and academic background
Craig completed J.D. in University of Georgia. Formal legal training is one signal of substantive knowledge — the day-to-day practice Craig runs in Kentucky is where that training gets applied to real client questions.
Recognition
Recognition and thought leadership
Craig has received 5 formal recognitions from bar associations, industry bodies, and peer-review services.
Lawyer of the Year — Employment Law - Management (Louisville)
2023
Lawyer of the Year — Litigation - Labor and Employment (Louisville)
2021
Best Lawyers in America — Employment Law - Management
2026
Best Lawyers in America — Labor Law - Management
2026
Best Lawyers in America — Litigation - Labor and Employment
2026
Legal awards and honors
Lawyer of the Year — Employment Law - Management (Louisville) (2023). Lawyer of the Year — Litigation - Labor and Employment (Louisville) (2021). Best Lawyers in America — Employment Law - Management (2026). Best Lawyers in America — Labor Law - Management (2026). Best Lawyers in America — Litigation - Labor and Employment (2026).
Locations
Craig P. Siegenthaler's office in Louisville
Craig's primary office is at 220 West Main Street, Suite 1700, Louisville, Kentucky, 40202. In-person meetings are by appointment; a phone intake usually comes first.
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How to hire Craig P. Siegenthaler — what to expect in your first consultation
Working with a new employment attorney should feel structured. Here's how the first two conversations with Craig usually go, from the moment you request a consult to the day representation begins.
Consultation formats and pricing
Craig charges for the initial consult. That fee is credited toward representation if you retain Craig'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; Craig will tell you what matters and what doesn't.
Questions to ask a employment attorney in Louisville, Kentucky
A short list to run through before you commit: How many employment 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 Craig
Craig discusses fees during intake so the arrangement fits the matter. Contingency, hourly, and flat-fee options are all common in employment practice — ask which fits.
Hourly rates, contingency fees, and flat-fee options
Every employment 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. Craig confirms the model in the engagement letter before any work starts.
Payment methods and payment plans
Craig's office accepts standard payment methods. Ask about payment plans if the retainer is a stretch — many employment practices work with clients on structured schedules.
Frequently asked
Frequently asked questions about Craig P. Siegenthaler
How much does it cost to hire Craig for a employment case?
Cost depends on the type of matter, the fee model (contingency, flat, hourly), and how contested the case becomes. Craig walks through the likely range during the consult so there are no surprises.
Does Craig offer a free consultation?
Craig charges for the initial consult; that fee is credited toward representation if you retain Craig's office. Some employment attorneys offer free consults — check Craig's current terms during booking.
How long do employment cases in Kentucky typically take?
Simple employment 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. Craig gives a realistic estimate for your facts at the consult — vague answers here are a red flag.
Can Craig take my case if I'm outside Louisville?
Craig 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 — Craig 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 Craig?
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. Craig will filter what matters — over-preparing at intake is always cheaper than needing a second meeting.
Is Craig accepting new employment clients right now?
Craig's intake status shifts week to week. Submit the form; the office will confirm availability or refer the matter out.
Areas served
Employment attorneys serving Louisville, Lexington and Frankfort in Kentucky
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