Pashens La'Ray Fitzpatrick, Criminal Defense Attorney in Louisville, Kentucky

Pashens concentrates on criminal defense, elder law, estate planning, family law, and general. Each area below outlines the kind of case Pashens handles, typical outcomes to expect, and how the intake process starts.

• Criminal Defense

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Pashens's primary office is at 8401 Shelbyville Rd Ste 204, Louisville, KY, 40222-5585. In-person meetings are by appointment; a phone intake usually comes first.

Working with a new criminal defense attorney should feel structured. Here's how the first two conversations with Pashens usually go, from the moment you request a consult to the day representation begins.

Pashens discusses fees during intake so the arrangement fits the matter. Contingency, hourly, and flat-fee options are all common in criminal defense practice — ask which fits.

• How much does it cost to hire Pashens for a criminal defense case?

  Cost depends on the type of matter, the fee model (contingency, flat, hourly), and how contested the case becomes. Pashens walks through the likely range during the consult so there are no surprises.

• Does Pashens offer a free consultation?

  Pashens charges for the initial consult; that fee is credited toward representation if you retain Pashens's office. Some criminal defense attorneys offer free consults — check Pashens's current terms during booking.

• How long do criminal defense cases in Kentucky typically take?

  Simple criminal defense 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. Pashens gives a realistic estimate for your facts at the consult — vague answers here are a red flag.

• Can Pashens take my case if I'm outside Louisville?

  Pashens 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 — Pashens 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 Pashens?

  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. Pashens will filter what matters — over-preparing at intake is always cheaper than needing a second meeting.

• Is Pashens accepting new criminal defense clients right now?

  Pashens's intake status shifts week to week. Submit the form; the office will confirm availability or refer the matter out.