Laura Landenwich

Laura Landenwich is a nationally recognized civil rights lawyer known for her fierce representation of clients across Kentucky and Indiana. She has led high-impact cases involving employment discrimination, police abuse, inmate mistreatment, and First Amendment violations. Laura’s tireless commitment has made her a trusted advocate in matters of justice and public accountability.

Laura earned her Bachelor of Arts degree from Indiana University in 2004, followed by her Juris Doctor from the University of Louisville in 2007. Her academic training provided the essential groundwork for her legal career, allowing her to approach civil rights litigation with both depth of knowledge and strategic clarity.

Laura argued Kentucky’s marriage equality cases at the Sixth Circuit in 2014, a pivotal step toward the Supreme Court’s decision in Obergefell v. Hodges. In Cooke v. Bevin, she defended a public employee fired for protesting, and in Cabinet v. Planned Parenthood, she protected access to reproductive healthcare. Her work consistently aims to hold those in power accountable.

Laura’s recent litigation includes securing a $1.17 million jury verdict in Sainato v. Marriott for a woman who was sexually assaulted. In Jones v. Millspaugh, she represented a disabled inmate denied basic needs, resulting in a $300,000 settlement. She also achieved justice for the family of a man who died in jail after being denied medical attention.

Laura’s legal victories include class actions, jury verdicts, and successful appeals. In Gentry v. Floyd County, she represented detainees subjected to abusive jail practices, leading to a $1.23 million settlement. Her defense in Ledford v. Eye Mart resulted in a verdict of $890,001 for her client after defeating hostile workplace allegations.

Laura Landenwich continues to inspire confidence through her dedication to equity and fearless advocacy. Whether protecting free speech, ensuring inmate rights, or confronting institutional discrimination, her work speaks volumes about the power of strategic legal action. She remains a key figure in the fight for civil rights through the courtroom.

Law Office Affiliations

• Partner, Adams • Landenwich • Lay, PLLC
• Member, Kentucky Bar Association
• Member, Indiana State Bar Association

Licensed State

• Kentucky
• Indiana

Education

• Louis D. Brandeis School of Law at the University of Louisville
  Juris Doctor (JD)
• Indiana University Southeast
  Bachelor of Arts (BA)

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