The Effects of COVID-19 on Family Law

The Effects of COVID-19 on Family Law

The Kentucky Court System is working to adapt to the social distancing mandated by our local and national government. Our courts understand that they must make changes to ensure that legal needs are met and due process rights protected during this unprecedented global pandemic. On March 12, 2020, the Supreme Court of Kentucky issued an order suspending regular court practice between March 16, 2020…
My Reaction to Criticism of Judge Olu Stevens

My Reaction to Criticism of Judge Olu Stevens

While working at the Public Defender’s office, many of my adult circuit cases landed in Circuit Division 6, presided over by Judge Olu Stevens. I still remember my first time in Judge Stevens’ courtroom. He had his deputy sheriff come over to me and ask for my name so that he could avoid having to ask who I was in front of my client.…
Welcome Molly Robertson!

Welcome Molly Robertson!

Kellner Green is pleased to welcome Molly Robertson as our summer law clerk. A native of Louisville, Molly attended Ballard High School. She is a graduate of the University of Louisville with a degree in Communication. While at UofL, Molly was a elected to both the Dean's list and the Dean's Scholars, as well as a participant in the Honors Program. Currently, Molly is…
Give Felons The Opportunity to Invest in their Communities Again

Give Felons The Opportunity to Invest in their Communities Again

As a lover of politics and the legislative process, I have been following closely several bills this legislative session. Perhaps, none so closely as Rep. Jesse Crenshaw’s bill to restore rights to our Commonwealth’s citizens who are convicted felons. Sadly, for those of us who are in support of this bill, it looks like it will not see passage in this year’s legislative session.…
Kellner Green is blogging!

Kellner Green is blogging!

Welcome to the new Kellner Green blog! Our hope is that this blog will keep you updated on the legal issues of the day, provide a place for discussion of local issues effecting lives in and out of the courtroom and hopefully a sprinkle of good humor from time to time. Additionally, it might give you an opportunity to learn a little more about…