Kayla Campbell

Kayla Campbell is a dedicated federal criminal defense and civil rights attorney known for her sharp legal skills and strong courtroom presence. She focuses her practice on defending individuals facing complex charges in federal court and is committed to upholding constitutional rights. In 2022, the federal bench in the Western District of Kentucky appointed her to the Criminal Justice Act Panel, where she represents clients who cannot afford counsel, ensuring fair legal access for all.

Kayla earned her J.D., magna cum laude, from the Brandeis School of Law at the University of Louisville. During law school, she completed externships with both the U.S. Attorney’s Office for the Western District of Kentucky and the Office of the Commonwealth Attorney. She holds a B.A., summa cum laude, in Political Science from the University of Kentucky.

Throughout her career, Kayla has delivered standout results in complex federal criminal cases. She won a full acquittal for a mining executive charged with defrauding the Mine Health and Safety Administration and successfully moved to dismiss a federal drug case based on law enforcement misconduct. Known for her meticulous case preparation and strategic courtroom advocacy, Kayla consistently protects her clients from severe penalties and helps them avoid wrongful convictions.

Recognized for her excellence, Kayla Campbell was named to Best Lawyers – Ones to Watch for Criminal Defense – White-Collar in 2025 and selected as a Super Lawyers Rising Star the same year. She is actively involved in the legal community, serving as Vice Co-Chair of the Federal Practice Section of the Louisville Bar Association and as an Associate Member of the Louis D. Brandeis American Inn of Court. Her dedication to justice and client advocacy continues to guide her growing legal career.

Law Office Affiliations

• Attorney, Wicker / Brammell PLLC
• Member, Kentucky Bar Association
• Member, Louisville Bar Association
• Member, Louis D. Brandeis American Inn of Court

Licensed State

• Kentucky

Education

• Brandeis School of Law, University of Louisville
  Juris Doctor (JD)
• University of Kentucky
  Bachelor of Science (BS)

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