As a litigator, David Guarnieri is no stranger to competition—and he fights to win. His Lexington, Kentucky, practice focuses on criminal defense, grand jury investigations, complex personal injury matters, and investigations conducted by state and federal regulatory and administrative agencies. The scope of his work, however, is not limited to these—in his over 25 years as a trial lawyer, David can count on one hand the types of issues he has not handled for his clients. Regardless of the matter at hand, David brings his knowledge, experience, and sound judgment to help his clients understand the scope of the legal problem and give them options and advice to reach the best outcome.

David approaches even the most daunting legal matters with a level head and even hand. He handles cases ranging from white collar criminal defense investigations and prosecutions to medical negligence and product liability claims to investigations conducted by the Financial Industry Regulatory Authority (FINRA), the Securities and Exchange Commission, the Kentucky Department of Financial Institutions, and other state and federal agencies. David’s practice covers a wide range of both business and personal issues in both state and federal settings.

In handling any matter, David prioritizes considering the issue from the client’s point of view. Though the facts and circumstances of a case are set in stone, a dedicated attorney like David will invest the time and effort to see the situation from the client’s perspective. With this approach, David can mold his advice according to the client’s unique needs, concerns, and goals. To David, success means finding a way to accomplish those goals in the most satisfactory way possible within a sound legal framework.

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Seminars & Speaking Engagements

• Kentucky State University, Board of Regents, 2010-2016
• United States Magistrate Judge Selection Panel, Member, 2009
• Federal Bar Association, Kentucky Chapter, Secretary, 2005.
• Franklin County Bar Association, Secretary, 2002-2004
• National Association of Criminal Defense Lawyers, Member, 2000-2006
• United Way, Franklin County Board Member, 2000-2003
• American Bar Association, Member, 1996-Present
• Kentucky Academy of Trial Attorneys, Member, 1996-2006