Charles D. Cole

Charles D. Cole is a Member at Sturgill Turner in Lexington, Kentucky. He has worked with governmental entities and their officials for more than 20 years. Charles focuses on government and municipal law, employment law, police law, and civil rights and constitutional law. His practice includes advising cities, counties, sheriff’s departments, universities, and public officials on legal issues that often require careful judgment and prompt response.

Charles earned his J.D. from the University of Kentucky. He also received an M.B.A. from the University of Louisville and a B.A. from the University of Kentucky. His legal and business education supports his ability to analyze complex public-sector disputes, employment concerns, and governance issues. This background helps him provide practical guidance to clients facing legal, operational, and personnel challenges.

Charles has handled matters involving city government, police officer discipline, Kentucky’s Police Officer Bill of Rights, civil rights claims, employment litigation, and constitutional issues. His experience includes work before the Kentucky Supreme Court, the U.S. Court of Appeals for the Sixth Circuit, and the Kentucky Court of Appeals. He also advises clients on personnel matters and other issues that arise under public attention and require timely legal counsel.

Charles D. Cole has been recognized by Best Lawyers in America for municipal law and by Kentucky Super Lawyers for state, local, and municipal law, civil rights, and general litigation. He has served as Chair of the Kentucky Bar Association Local Government Law Section and as a board member of the Municipal Attorneys Association of Kentucky. With litigation experience, public law expertise, and community involvement, Charles provides dependable counsel to public entities and employers across Kentucky.

Law Office Affiliations

• Member, Sturgill, Turner, Barker & Moloney, PLLC
• Member, Kentucky Bar Association
• Member, Federal Bar Association
• Member, Fayette County Bar Foundation
• Member, Fayette County Bar Association
• Board Member, Municipal Attorneys Association of Kentucky

Licensed State

• Kentucky

Education

• University of Louisville
  Master of Business Administration (MBA)
• University of Kentucky
  Juris Doctor (JD)
• University of Kentucky
  Bachelor of Arts (BA)

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