Nick Mudd

Nick Mudd is a high-profile criminal defense and personal injury attorney and the founder of Mudd Legal Group. Known for his aggressive courtroom advocacy and unprecedented success, Nick has represented clients in some of Kentucky’s most notable legal battles. His fearless litigation style and results-driven mindset have earned him national recognition and client trust.

Nick earned his Juris Doctor from the University of Kentucky College of Law in 2010. As a law student, he excelled in trial advocacy, winning Mock Trial Champion and Best Advocate honors in 2009 and receiving the university’s Overall Best Advocate Award in 2010. He holds a bachelor’s degree in Mathematics and Computer Science from Transylvania University, where he graduated in 2004.

Nick began his legal career as a prosecutor in the Commonwealth Attorney’s Office before opening his private practice. In 2016, he made headlines by achieving a record-breaking streak, winning five murder trials in four months, a feat unmatched in Kentucky over the past two decades. He later secured a $10.5 million verdict in a landmark medical malpractice case in 2019, cementing his status as a top-tier litigator.

Nick’s casework spans criminal defense, federal crimes, personal injury, domestic violence, and DUI. Whether securing dismissals, negotiating pleas, or dominating at trial, Nick is unwavering in pursuit of the best outcomes. His cases have been featured on ABC World News, USA Today, and U.S. News & World Report, and he has served as a legal commentator on numerous media platforms.

At Mudd Legal Group, Nick Mudd leads with relentless energy, legal acumen, and courtroom dominance. Clients count on him for high-stakes representation rooted in preparation, integrity, and unmatched trial success. For those facing serious charges or injury claims, Nick is the attorney who delivers results.

Law Office Affiliations

• Managing Partner, Mudd Legal Group, PLLC
• Member, Kentucky Bar Association

Licensed State

• Kentucky

Education

•  University of Kentucky College of Law
  Juris Doctor (JD)
• Transylvania University
  Bachelor of Arts (BA)

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