Richard Eric Circeo, Litigation Attorney in Lexington, Kentucky
Over 31 years of legal practice · focused on Litigation, Medical Malpractice, and Personal Injury
Attorney
Lexington, KY
Practicing litigation in Lexington since 1995.
- 31+
- Years practicing
- 7
- Bar admissions
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Richard Eric Circeo is an attorney based in Lexington, KY. The practice focuses on Litigation, Medical Malpractice, and Personal Injury. Richard has over 31 years of legal experience.
- Based in
- Lexington, KY
- Experience
- over 31 years
- Known for
- Litigation · Medical Malpractice · Personal Injury
- Handles Litigation, Medical Malpractice, and Personal Injury matters from Lexington, KY.
- Over 31 years of practice as a licensed attorney.
About Richard Eric Circeo: Richard Eric Circeo is an attorney based in Lexington, KY. The practice focuses on Litigation, Medical Malpractice, and Personal Injury. Richard has over 31 years of legal experience.
Areas of practice
Legal matters Richard takes on
Richard concentrates on litigation, medical malpractice, and personal injury. Each area below outlines the kind of case Richard handles, typical outcomes to expect, and how the intake process starts.
Litigation
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Medical Malpractice
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Personal Injury
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Litigation cases in Lexington, Kentucky
Richard takes litigation 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 Richard agrees to represent you.
Medical Malpractice cases in Lexington, Kentucky
Richard takes medical malpractice 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 Richard agrees to represent you.
Personal Injury cases in Lexington, Kentucky
Richard 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 Richard agrees to represent you.
Biography
Meet Richard Eric Circeo — litigation lawyer in Lexington
Richard Eric Circeo is an attorney based in Lexington, KY. The practice focuses on Litigation, Medical Malpractice, and Personal Injury. Richard has over 31 years of legal experience.
Richard Eric Circeo is a lawyer practicing medical malpractice, tort & personal injury, nursing home litigation. Richard received a B.A. degree from University of Tennessee at Chattanooga in 1992, and has been licensed for 31 years. Richard practices in Lexington, KY.
Working with Richard on a litigation matter
Richard Eric Circeo is a lawyer practicing medical malpractice, tort & personal injury, nursing home litigation. Richard received a B.A. degree from University of Tennessee at Chattanooga in 1992, and has been licensed for 31 years. Richard practices in Lexington, KY.
Who Richard represents
Richard reviews new inquiries case-by-case for litigation, medical malpractice, and personal injury matters in Lexington and the surrounding Kentucky area.
Credentials
Education, bar admissions, and languages
University of Mississippi
J.D. · 1994
University of Tennessee at Chattanooga
B.A. · 1992
Jurisdictions
Richard's state bar admissions
Georgia
2014 · ACTIVE
Missouri
2013 · ACTIVE
West Virginia
2012 · ACTIVE
Pennsylvania
2005 · ACTIVE
Kentucky
2004 · ACTIVE
Tennessee
1998 · ACTIVE
Mississippi
1995 · ACTIVE
Richard studied at J.D. in University of Mississippi and B.A. in University of Tennessee at Chattanooga.
Law school and academic background
Richard completed J.D. in University of Mississippi and B.A. in University of Tennessee at Chattanooga. Formal legal training is one signal of substantive knowledge — the day-to-day practice Richard runs in Kentucky is where that training gets applied to real client questions.
Affiliations
Richard's professional memberships and bar associations
Tennessee and Kentucky Bar Associations The Mississippi Bar
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Locations
Office locations for Richard Eric Circeo in Lexington, Kentucky
Richard's primary office is at Lexington, KY, 40588-1807. In-person meetings are by appointment; a phone intake usually comes first.
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How to hire Richard Eric Circeo — what to expect in your first consultation
Working with a new litigation attorney should feel structured. Here's how the first two conversations with Richard usually go, from the moment you request a consult to the day representation begins.
Consultation formats and pricing
Richard charges for the initial consult. That fee is credited toward representation if you retain Richard'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; Richard will tell you what matters and what doesn't.
Questions to ask a litigation attorney in Lexington, Kentucky
A short list to run through before you commit: How many litigation 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 Richard
Richard discusses fees during intake so the arrangement fits the matter. Contingency, hourly, and flat-fee options are all common in litigation practice — ask which fits.
Hourly rates, contingency fees, and flat-fee options
Every litigation 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. Richard confirms the model in the engagement letter before any work starts.
Payment methods and payment plans
Richard's office accepts standard payment methods. Ask about payment plans if the retainer is a stretch — many litigation practices work with clients on structured schedules.
Frequently asked
Frequently asked questions about Richard Eric Circeo
How much does it cost to hire Richard for a litigation case?
Cost depends on the type of matter, the fee model (contingency, flat, hourly), and how contested the case becomes. Richard walks through the likely range during the consult so there are no surprises.
Does Richard offer a free consultation?
Richard charges for the initial consult; that fee is credited toward representation if you retain Richard's office. Some litigation attorneys offer free consults — check Richard's current terms during booking.
How long do litigation cases in Kentucky typically take?
Simple litigation 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. Richard gives a realistic estimate for your facts at the consult — vague answers here are a red flag.
Can Richard take my case if I'm outside Lexington?
Richard 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 — Richard 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 Richard?
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. Richard will filter what matters — over-preparing at intake is always cheaper than needing a second meeting.
Is Richard accepting new litigation clients right now?
Richard'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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