Joseph Patrick "Joe" Hummel
About Joseph Patrick Hummel
Joseph Patrick Hummel is a lawyer based in Louisville, KY and has been recognized in The Best Lawyers in America® since 2012. Joseph Patrick Hummel is recognized in the following practice areas:
- Louisville, Kentucky
- Mass Tort Litigation / Class Actions - Defendants
- Personal Injury Litigation - Defendants
Current Firm: Sewell & Neal PLLC
Education: University of Kentucky, J.D., graduated 1996 and Centre College, BA, graduated 1993
Location: Louisville, KY
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