Steven T. Clark, Employment Attorney in Louisville, Kentucky
Over 13 years of legal practice · focused on Employment and General
MemberatStoll Keenon Ogden PLLC
Louisville, KY
Practicing employment in Louisville since 2013.
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Steven T. Clark is a member based in Louisville, KY. The practice focuses on Employment and General. Steven has over 13 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Stoll Keenon Ogden PLLC.
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- Louisville, KY
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- over 13 years
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- Employment · General
- Handles Employment and General matters from Louisville, KY.
- Over 13 years of practice as a licensed attorney.
About Steven T. Clark: Steven T. Clark is a member based in Louisville, KY. The practice focuses on Employment and General. Steven has over 13 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Stoll Keenon Ogden PLLC.
Areas of practice
Legal matters Steven takes on
Steven concentrates on employment and general. Each area below outlines the kind of case Steven handles, typical outcomes to expect, and how the intake process starts.
Employment cases in Louisville, Kentucky
Steven 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 Steven agrees to represent you.
General cases in Louisville, Kentucky
Steven takes general 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 Steven agrees to represent you.
Biography
Meet Steven T. Clark — employment lawyer in Louisville
Steven T. Clark is a member based in Louisville, KY. The practice focuses on Employment and General. Steven has over 13 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Stoll Keenon Ogden PLLC.
Steven joined Stoll Keenon Ogden in 2015 and is a Member in the Labor, Employment & Employee Benefits practice. He represents employers in a wide variety of workplace issues, including discrimination claims, wage and hour disputes, compliance and prevention.
At the planning stage and throughout the course of a case, Steven gives careful consideration to the client’s business and organizational culture, allowing him to offer advice that embodies the client’s values.
Labor, Employment & Employee Benefits: Steven advises and counsels employers on day-to-day labor and employment issues, such as employee leave matters, workplace harassment and reasonable accommodations. His expertise on ADA compliance extends beyond the physical features of a facility or office and includes best practices on website design.
Depending on a client’s particular needs, Steven offers guidance on proactive steps to prevent litigation and he provides effective representation when lawsuits and trials are necessary. In litigation matters, he has had success defending clients against claims of gender and disability discrimination, along with defamation.
Recognition
• Best Lawyers®, Ones to Watch, Labor and Employment Law — Management, 2021-present
• Louisville Legal Aid Domestic Violence Advocacy Program, volunteer
• Young Professionals Association of Louisville
• Kentucky Rising Stars® Honoree, 2020-2022
• Managing Editor, Kentucky Law Journal, 2012-2013
• Chairman, UK Law Honor Council, 2012-2013
• CALI Awards: Litigation Skills and Real Estate Transactions
• Moot Court Board
Work Highlights
Successful Whistleblower Defense
Successful representation of a healthcare corporation accused of retaliation for alleged whistleblower disclosures of two former employees, obtaining two summary judgment rulings.
Related Practices: Labor, Employment & Employee Benefits
Successful Defamation Defense
Successful representation of a corporation accused of defamation by a former, high-ranking employee, obtaining a summary judgment ruling that was subsequently upheld on appeal.
Related Practices: Labor, Employment & Employee Benefits
Gender and Disability Discrimination
Successful representation of a corporation accused of gender and disability discrimination by a former officer, obtaining a partial summary judgment on the grounds that the corporation did not qualify as an “employer” subject to the Kentucky Civil Rights Act when the alleged discrimination occurred.
Related Practices: Labor, Employment & Employee Benefits
News
118 SKO Attorneys Named to “2023 U.S. News Best Lawyers® in America”, Aug. 18, 2022
SKO Attorneys Selected to 2022 Kentucky Rising Stars, Jan. 6, 2022
77 STOLL KEENON OGDEN ATTORNEYS HONORED IN “BEST LAWYERS IN AMERICA” 2022 Edition, Aug. 19, 2021
Benjamin M. Fiechter and Steven T. Clark presented “SKO U” CLE on Wed., May 19, 12 p.m. EDT, May 18, 2021
KENTUCKY SUPER LAWYERS RECOGNIZES 39 STOLL KEENON OGDEN ATTORNEYS, Dec. 11, 2020
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
COVID-19’s Impact on Workers’ Compensation Benefits in Kentucky and Indiana, Apr. 17, 2020
One Of My Employees Has Tested Positive For COVID-19. What Now?, Apr. 16, 2020
SKO Promotes Three Attorneys to Firm Members, Feb. 12, 2020
Kentucky Super Lawyers Recognizes 47 Stoll Keenon Ogden Attorneys, Nov. 27, 2019
EEOC finds current law prohibits workplace discrimination based on sexual orientation, Nov. 2, 2015
Publications
U.S. Congress Passes Bill Amending the Federal Arbitration Act to Ban Mandatory Arbitration and Class Action Waivers for Sexual Assault and Sexual Harassment Claims, Feb. 15, 2022
OSHA Issues COVID 19-Related Emergency Temporary Standard for Healthcare Employers, June 30, 2021
U.S. Supreme Court Rules Title VII Prohibits Discrimination Against LGBT Employees, June 17, 2020
Re-opening Kentucky and Indiana’s Economies: A Summary, Apr. 29, 2020
New Department of Labor FAQs Provide More Clarity on Upcoming Paid Leave Requirements, Apr. 1, 2020
Kentucky and Indiana Unemployment Insurance Information and Resource, Mar. 26, 2020
Families First Coronavirus Response Act Signed Into Law, Mar. 19, 2020
Sixth Circuit Holds: Contract Provision Shortening Title VII Statutory Limitations Period is Unenforceable, Nov. 6, 2019
Misclassification of Workers as Independent Contractors Not a Violation of Federal Labor Law, Sep. 16, 2019
Employees May Take FMLA Leave For Medical Parent/Teacher Conferences, Sep. 11, 2019
NLRB Overrules Precedent: Property Owners May Exclude Off-Duty Contractor Employees From Premises, Sep. 4, 2019
Federal Appeals Court Finds the EEOC’s Criminal Background Check Guidance Unenforceable, Aug. 12, 2019
Kentucky Court of Appeals: Non-Lawyers May No Longer Represent Employers During Unemployment Proceedings, May 1, 2019
Kentucky Clarifies Accommodations for Pregnant Workers, Apr. 17, 2019
Senate Bill 7 Restores Kentucky’s Approval of Employment Arbitration Agreements, Mar. 15, 2019
Kentucky Employers Can’t Enforce Arbitration Agreements Required for Employment, Oct. 18, 2018
New NLRB rulemaking may change the joint-employer standard, Oct. 4, 2018
In Landmark Decision, U.S. Supreme Court Strikes Down Mandatory Union Fees, July 19, 2018
Five Reasons to Contact Your Labor and Employment Lawyer Now, Jan. 11, 2018
The Loan Zone: Curing Late Payments on Loans From Qualified Employer Retirement Plans, Nov. 29, 2017
Labor Secretary Confirms June 9, 2017, Effective Date for Investment Advice Conflict of Interest Rule, June 2, 2017
Is Your Website ADA Compliant?, May 17, 2017
Does Your Website Need to be ADA Compliant?, May 1, 2017
U.S. Department of Labor to review investment advice conflict of interest rule, Mar. 24, 2017
Federal Court Blocks New Overtime Regulation, Nov. 23, 2016
Kentucky Supreme Court Strikes Down Local Minimum Wage Ordinance, Oct. 24, 2016
EEOC Finds Current Law Prohibits Workplace Discrimination Based on Sexual Orientation, Jan. 5, 2016
At Risk Patients and Doctors: Why Increased Agency Enforcement and Private Causes of Action Under the Supremacy Clause are Needed to Protect Medicaid Providers and Beneficiaries, Dec. 1, 2012
Seminars
Is Your Website ADA Compliant?, Louisville SHRM 2017 Legal Update, 2017
Recent Developments in State and Federal Employment Law, National Business Institute
Advanced Employment Law Seminar, 2016
Deciphering FMLA, ADA and Workers' Compensation Issues, National Business Institute
Employment Law Semniar, 2016
Affiliations
• American Bar Association
• Kentucky Bar Association
• Louisville Bar Association, Labor & Employment Section chair, 2017
• Volunteer, Kentucky Refugee Ministries Asylum Program, Volunteer
• Fund for the Arts NeXt! Program, Participant
• Brandeis Inn of Court
Steven's approach to employment cases
Steven joined Stoll Keenon Ogden in 2015 and is a Member in the Labor, Employment & Employee Benefits practice. He represents employers in a wide variety of workplace issues, including discrimination claims, wage and hour disputes, compliance and prevention. At the planning stage and throughout the course of a case, Steven gives careful consideration to the client’s business and organizational…
The kind of cases Steven takes
Steven reviews new inquiries case-by-case for employment and general matters in Louisville and the surrounding Kentucky area.
Credentials
Education, bar admissions, and languages
University of Kentucky College of Law
J.D. · 2013
University of Louisville
M.B.A. · 2009
Jurisdictions
Steven's state bar admissions
Indiana
2025 · ACTIVE
Kentucky U.S. Court
2013 · ACTIVE
Steven studied at J.D. in University of Kentucky College of Law and M.B.A. in University of Louisville.
Law school and academic background
Steven completed J.D. in University of Kentucky College of Law and M.B.A. in University of Louisville. Formal legal training is one signal of substantive knowledge — the day-to-day practice Steven runs in Kentucky is where that training gets applied to real client questions.
Affiliations
Steven's professional memberships and bar associations
American Bar Association Kentucky Bar Association Louisville Bar Association, Labor & Employment Section chair, 2017 Volunteer, Kentucky Refugee Ministries Asylum Program, Volunteer Fund for the Arts NeXt! Program, Participant Brandeis Inn of Court
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Locations
Steven T. Clark's office in Louisville
Steven'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 Steven T. Clark — what to expect in your first consultation
Working with a new employment attorney should feel structured. Here's how the first two conversations with Steven usually go, from the moment you request a consult to the day representation begins.
Consultation formats and pricing
Steven charges for the initial consult. That fee is credited toward representation if you retain Steven'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; Steven 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 Steven
Steven 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. Steven confirms the model in the engagement letter before any work starts.
Payment methods and payment plans
Steven'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 Steven T. Clark
How much does it cost to hire Steven for a employment case?
Cost depends on the type of matter, the fee model (contingency, flat, hourly), and how contested the case becomes. Steven walks through the likely range during the consult so there are no surprises.
Does Steven offer a free consultation?
Steven charges for the initial consult; that fee is credited toward representation if you retain Steven's office. Some employment attorneys offer free consults — check Steven'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. Steven gives a realistic estimate for your facts at the consult — vague answers here are a red flag.
Can Steven take my case if I'm outside Louisville?
Steven 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 — Steven 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 Steven?
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. Steven will filter what matters — over-preparing at intake is always cheaper than needing a second meeting.
Is Steven accepting new employment clients right now?
Steven'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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