John G. Treitz, Jr, Business Attorney in Louisville, Kentucky
Over 54 years of legal practice · focused on Business, Construction, and Real Estate · 5.0/5 rating from 1 verified client review
MemberatStoll Keenon Ogden PLLC
Louisville, KY
Practicing business in Louisville since 1972.
- 54+
- Years practicing
- 5.0 ★
- 1 client review
- 1
- Bar admission
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John G. Treitz, Jr is a member based in Louisville, KY. The practice focuses on Business, Construction, and Real Estate. John has over 54 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Stoll Keenon Ogden PLLC. Rated 5.0 out of 5 from 1 client review.
- Based in
- Louisville, KY
- Experience
- over 54 years
- Known for
- Business · Construction · Real Estate
- Handles Business, Construction, and Real Estate matters from Louisville, KY.
- Over 54 years of practice as a licensed attorney.
- Recognized with AV Preeminent.
About John G. Treitz, Jr: John G. Treitz, Jr is a member based in Louisville, KY. The practice focuses on Business, Construction, and Real Estate. John has over 54 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Stoll Keenon Ogden PLLC. Rated 5.0 out of 5 from 1 client review.
Areas of practice
John's practice areas in Louisville
John concentrates on business, construction, and real estate. Each area below outlines the kind of case John handles, typical outcomes to expect, and how the intake process starts.
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Business cases in Louisville, Kentucky
John takes business 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 John agrees to represent you.
Construction cases in Louisville, Kentucky
John takes construction 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 John agrees to represent you.
Real Estate cases in Louisville, Kentucky
John takes real estate 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 John agrees to represent you.
Biography
John G. Treitz, Jr, business attorney serving Louisville
John G. Treitz, Jr is a member based in Louisville, KY. The practice focuses on Business, Construction, and Real Estate. John has over 54 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Stoll Keenon Ogden PLLC. Rated 5.0 out of 5 from 1 client review. John works from Louisville, Kentucky and takes on business matters across the region.
A Member of Stoll Keenon Ogden’s Louisville Office since 1994, John contributes to several practice groups at the firm, concentrating primarily on complex finance transactions and commercial and residential real estate development.
For his extensive track record of success, particularly in the area of Real Estate Law, John has earned multiple professional distinctions on local, state and national levels.
Actively involved in the legal community, John has served as Chairman of the Real Estate, Planning and Zoning Section of the Louisville Bar Association. He has also been a board member and Vice Chair of Meritas, Inc., a consortium of international law firms which works collaboratively to assist clients in Kentucky and throughout the world.
Corporate Finance & Lending: John is well versed in the intricacies of commercial real estate lending, and is particularly adept in counseling clients on loan restructurings and workouts.
Real Estate: As an extension of his substantial experience in corporate lending, John represents banks, borrowers and real estate developers in multi-party and multi-state commercial transactions.
Business Services: Bringing his specialized skill set to this broader practice group, John advises on the organization of businesses as general and limited partnerships, as well as corporations and limited liability companies. He also counsels directors, officers and shareholders regarding their respective rights and duties under various corporate laws.
Construction Law: During the planning phase, and throughout the course of a residential or commercial project, John works with business owners, developers, financial institutions and contractors to resolve issues and achieve long-term goals.
Recognition
• AV® Preeminent™ Peer Review Rated by Martindale-Hubbell®
• Best Lawyers®, Banking and Finance Law, Closely Held Companies and Family Businesses Law, Corporate Law, Mergers and Acquisitions Law, and Real Estate Law, 2012-present
• Kentucky Super Lawyers® Honoree, 2012-2019
• Louisville Magazine Top Lawyer, Real Estate Law, 2013 and 2014
• Leadership Kentucky
• Transnational Journal of Law, Vanderbilt University
Work Highlights
Real Estate Development Protection
Worked on efforts to protect the largest residential real estate development in Louisville, Kentucky from intrusion by nearby competition and the local sewer district involving wetland, sewer, drainage, zoning and apartment development issues.
Related Practices: Real Estate
News
77 STOLL KEENON OGDEN ATTORNEYS HONORED IN “BEST LAWYERS IN AMERICA” 2022 Edition, Aug. 19, 2021
73 Stoll Keenon Ogden PLLC attorneys are recognized in the 2021 edition of the Best Lawyers in America®, one of the most respected legal peer-review guides in the world., Aug. 20, 2020
SKO Attorneys Recognized Among 2020 Best Lawyers in America®, Aug. 15, 2019
Kentucky Super Lawyers Recognizes 52 Stoll Keenon Ogden Attorneys, Dec. 11, 2018
SKO Attorneys Recognized Among 2019 Best Lawyers in America, Aug. 15, 2018
SKO Attorneys Recognized Among Best Lawyers in America, Aug. 16, 2017
Five SKO Attorneys Recognized Among Top 50 Kentucky Super Lawyers, Nov. 18, 2016
Best Lawyers in America Chooses 61 SKO Attorneys for 2017 Publication, Aug. 30, 2016
Lea Pauley Goff and Richard G. Griffith named among Top 50 Kentucky Super Lawyers, Nov. 30, 2015
SKO Attorneys Recognized by Best Lawyers in America® 2016, Aug. 17, 2015
Kentucky Super Lawyers Recognizes 57 Stoll Keenon Ogden Attorneys, Nov. 24, 2014
SKO Attorneys Recognized by Best Lawyers in America® 2015, Aug. 18, 2014
33 SKO Attorneys Named “Top Lawyer” by Louisville Magazine, Mar. 25, 2014
Kentucky Super Lawyers Recognizes 42 Stoll Keenon Ogden Attorneys, Nov. 26, 2013
SKO Attorneys Recognized by Best Lawyers in America® 2014, Aug. 19, 2013
34 SKO Attorneys Names “Top Lawyer” by Louisville Magazine, Mar. 5, 2013
61 SKO Attorneys Recognized by Best Lawyers in America® 2013, Sep. 7, 2012
Kentucky Super Lawyers Recognizes 31 Stoll Keenon Ogden Attorneys, July 20, 2012
53 SKO Attorneys Recognized by Best Lawyers in America® 2012, Sep. 6, 2011
Stoll Keenon Ogden Attorney John Treitz Elected to Meritas Board of Directors, May 26, 2011
Publications
The New Parameters of the Commercial Lending Environment, Aug. 1, 2009
Seminars
Family Owned Business Strategies, 2002
Conducting Business Under Current Chinese Law, Chinese Tax Law Seminar, 1997
Boundary Law in Kentucky, Municipal Law, University of Kentucky, 1993
Affiliations
• Kentucky Bar Association
• American Bar Association
• Louisville Bar Association, Chairman, Real Estate, Planning and Zoning Section
• Meritas, Inc., Board Member; Executive Committee; Vice-Chair, Finance and Vice-Chair Strategic Planning Committees
• Greater Louisville Inc., Transportation Committee, Member, 2011-present
• Salvation Army Board of Directors, 2013-present
• Kentucky Tourism Development Finance Authority, Board of Directors
• Episcopal Church Home, Board Member, Governance, Audit and Compliance, 2008-present
• Mockingbird Valley Neighborhood Plan Task Force
• Crane House, Inc., former Board Member
• St. Marks Episcopal Church, Vestry, former Junior Warden
• Legal Counsel, former (pro bono), Republican Party of Kentucky
• Senior House, Inc., former Board Member
• Jefferson County Board of Elections, former Chairman (Government)
• Chinese/Louisville Sisters Cities Planning Committee, former Co-Chairman
• Jefferson County, Kentucky, Capital Projects Corporation, former Board Member
• Kentucky Harvest, Volunteer
• Helped form Chamber of Commerce on Long Island, Bahamas 2013
John's approach to business cases
A Member of Stoll Keenon Ogden’s Louisville Office since 1994, John contributes to several practice groups at the firm, concentrating primarily on complex finance transactions and commercial and residential real estate development. For his extensive track record of success, particularly in the area of Real Estate Law, John has earned multiple professional distinctions on local, state and national…
The kind of cases John takes
John reviews new inquiries case-by-case for business, construction, and real estate matters in Louisville and the surrounding Kentucky area.
Credentials
Credentials — where John studied and practices
Vanderbilt University Law School
J.D. · 1972
Vanderbilt University
B.A. · 1968
Jurisdictions
John's state bar admissions
Kentucky U.S. Distri
1972 · ACTIVE
John studied at J.D. in Vanderbilt University Law School and B.A. in Vanderbilt University.
Law school and academic background
John completed J.D. in Vanderbilt University Law School and B.A. in Vanderbilt University. Formal legal training is one signal of substantive knowledge — the day-to-day practice John runs in Kentucky is where that training gets applied to real client questions.
Recognition
John's legal honors and published work
John has received 1 formal recognition from bar associations, industry bodies, and peer-review services.
AV Preeminent
Legal awards and honors
AV Preeminent.
Affiliations
John's professional memberships and bar associations
Kentucky Bar Association American Bar Association Louisville Bar Association, Chairman, Real Estate, Planning and Zoning Section Meritas, Inc
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Board Member Executive Committee Vice-Chair, Finance and Vice-Chair Strategic Planning Committees Greater Louisville Inc
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former Board Member St
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Marks Episcopal Church, Vestry, former Junior Warden Legal Counsel, former (pro bono), Republican Party of Kentucky Senior House, Inc
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Locations
John G. Treitz, Jr's office in Louisville
John's primary office is at 2000 PNC Plaza, 500 West Jefferson Street, Louisville, KY, 40202. In-person meetings are by appointment; a phone intake usually comes first.
Stoll Keenon Ogden PLLC
2000 PNC Plaza, 500 West Jefferson Street
Louisville, KY 40202
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How to hire John G. Treitz, Jr — what to expect in your first consultation
Working with a new business attorney should feel structured. Here's how the first two conversations with John usually go, from the moment you request a consult to the day representation begins.
Consultation formats and pricing
John charges for the initial consult. That fee is credited toward representation if you retain John'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; John will tell you what matters and what doesn't.
Questions to ask a business attorney in Louisville, Kentucky
A short list to run through before you commit: How many business 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 John
John discusses fees during intake so the arrangement fits the matter. Contingency, hourly, and flat-fee options are all common in business practice — ask which fits.
Hourly rates, contingency fees, and flat-fee options
Every business 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. John confirms the model in the engagement letter before any work starts.
Payment methods and payment plans
John's office accepts standard payment methods. Ask about payment plans if the retainer is a stretch — many business practices work with clients on structured schedules.
Frequently asked
Frequently asked questions about John G. Treitz, Jr
How much does it cost to hire John for a business case?
Cost depends on the type of matter, the fee model (contingency, flat, hourly), and how contested the case becomes. John walks through the likely range during the consult so there are no surprises.
Does John offer a free consultation?
John charges for the initial consult; that fee is credited toward representation if you retain John's office. Some business attorneys offer free consults — check John's current terms during booking.
How long do business cases in Kentucky typically take?
Simple business 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. John gives a realistic estimate for your facts at the consult — vague answers here are a red flag.
Can John take my case if I'm outside Louisville?
John 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 — John 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 John?
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. John will filter what matters — over-preparing at intake is always cheaper than needing a second meeting.
Is John accepting new business clients right now?
John'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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