Charles W. Dobbins Jr.

Charles W. Dobbins Jr. is a highly accomplished business and corporate attorney based in Louisville, Kentucky, with over 40 years of legal experience. He specializes in advising businesses, entrepreneurs, and organizations on achieving growth and success through strategic legal solutions. His practice areas include business structure, mergers and acquisitions, tax credit structures, corporate governance, and succession planning.

Mr. Dobbins earned his J.D. from the University of Virginia School of Law, one of the nation’s most prestigious law schools. He also holds a B.A. with distinction from Washington & Lee University, where his academic achievements highlighted his dedication to excellence.

Throughout his career, Mr. Dobbins has assisted clients in navigating complex legal and business challenges. His expertise in structuring investments utilizing Historic Rehabilitation Tax Credits, New Markets Tax Credits, and Low-Income Housing Tax Credits has helped businesses capitalize on unique development opportunities. He has guided clients through capital formation, real estate transactions, joint ventures, and succession planning, ensuring their goals are met precisely and efficiently.

Mr. Dobbins is widely recognized for his professional accomplishments, including his consistent inclusion in Louisville Magazine’s “Top Lawyers” list and his selection to the Kentucky Super Lawyers list since 2012. His AV Preeminent rating by Martindale-Hubbell further underscores his reputation for exceptional legal ability and ethical standards.

An active member of the legal community, Charles W. Dobbins Jr. has held leadership roles, including Chair of the Business Section of the Louisville Bar Association, and is a life member of the U.S. Sixth Circuit Judicial Conference. His dedication to his clients and his field has made him a trusted advisor for businesses and professionals in Louisville and beyond.

Law Office Affiliations

• Member and Partner, Tilford Dobbins & Schmidt, PLLC
• Member, American Bar Association
• Member, Louisville Bar Association
• Member, Kentucky Bar Association
• Life Member, U.S. Sixth Circuit Judicial Conference

Licensed State

• Kentucky

Education

• University of Virginia School of Law
  Juris Doctor (JD)
• Washington & Lee University
  Bachelor of Arts (BA)

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