Mark R. Overstreet

Mark R. Overstreet

Frankfort, KY recognized lawyers icon Recognized in Best Lawyers since 2001
Lawyer of the Year Badge - 2026 - Administrative / Regulatory Law
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Awarded Practice Areas

Administrative / Regulatory Law Communications Law Energy Law
*Named the "Lawyer of the Year" in this practice area in the 2026 edition in Lexington.

Biography

Mr. Overstreet represents businesses and individuals in their relations with and regulation by state and local governments. He has 30 years experience in handling complex matters before state administrative agencies. Mr. Overstreet regularly represents electric and telecommunications companies.

Mr. Overstreet also litigates state constitutional and administrative law matters before the state and federal courts.

Mark is a long time member, Treasurer and former Chairman of the Franklin County Public Library District. Mark enjoys reading and history, particularly concerning Winston Churchill and the American Civil War. He also serves as judge and moderator for all levels of Kentucky Governor's Cup quick recall competition.

Stites & Harbison PLLC

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Overview

  • English

  • Gender: Male

  • University of Kentucky, B.A., graduated 1976
  • University of Kentucky, J.D., graduated 1980

  • Kentucky, Kentucky Bar Association

  • American Bar Association - Member
  • Franklin County Bar Association - Member
  • Kentucky Bar Association - Member
  • English
  • Kentucky, Kentucky Bar Association
  • American Bar Association - Member
  • Franklin County Bar Association - Member
  • Kentucky Bar Association - Member
  • University of Kentucky, B.A., graduated 1976
  • University of Kentucky, J.D., graduated 1980
  • Gender: Male

Client Testimonials

I have worked with Mark for years and have always been pleased and impressed with his representation. I would highly recommend him and his associates.

Kimberly Bennett (Windstream Communications)

Little Rock, AR

Mark has represented our company in numerous matters for 25 years and has become an invaluable resource and member of our team, particularly in appellate matters. We would not engage him as often as we do if he were not as knowledgeable, responsive, and effective as he is. His commitment to providing the best legal services in such an expeditious way is exceptional. In addition to his legal expertise, Mark is also an excellent resource on strategy and procedure. He has practiced before, and is comfortable in, various venues, including the Public Service Commission, state court, and federal court. He has established himself as a well-respected and credible lawyer with both the "bench and bar." He does it all and does it well. I would highly recommend him.

Mary Keyer (AT&T Kentucky)

Louisville, KY

Our company has worked with Mr. Overstreet for several years. He has consistently provided our company with outstanding service. He has displayed great substantive expertise, not only on telecommunications subjects, but also on general commercial and business issues. Mark is very personable, easy to work with, flexible, and innovative in his strategic approaches. His accessibility to our company on a variety of diverse issues has proven to be invaluable.

Kimberly Bennett (Windstream Communications)

Little Rock, AR

Awards & Focus

Lawyer of the Year Badge - 2026 - Administrative / Regulatory Law Lawyer of the Year Badge - 2024 - Administrative / Regulatory Law Lawyer of the Year Badge - 2022 - Administrative / Regulatory Law Lawyer of the Year Badge - 2018 - Administrative / Regulatory Law Lawyer of the Year Badge - 2012 - Administrative / Regulatory Law
Named "Lawyer of the Year" by Best Lawyers® for:
  • Administrative / Regulatory Law, Lexington (2026)
  • Administrative / Regulatory Law, Lexington (2024)
  • Administrative / Regulatory Law, Lexington (2022)
  • Administrative / Regulatory Law, Lexington (2018)
  • Administrative / Regulatory Law, Lexington (2012)
Recognized in The Best Lawyers in America® 2026 for work in:
  • Administrative / Regulatory Law
  • Communications Law
  • Energy Law
Additional Areas of Practice:
  • Litigation - Environmental
  • Litigation - Municipal
Special Focus:
  • Administrative
  • Appellate
  • Communications
  • Electricity
  • Public Utility
  • Regulatory
  • Telecommunications
Awards:
  • Martindale-Hubbell AV-rated
  • ChambersUSA America's Leading Lawyers for Business (1995-present)
  • Kentucky Super Lawyers

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Case History

Cases
  • Kentucky General Assembly
Successfully represented the Kentucky General Assembly in defending an action brought by more than 150 school districts challenging the adequacy of public school financing
  • Governor of Kentucky
Successfully represented the Governor of Kentucky in a 2008 action brought by the President of the Kentucky Senate challenging the constitutionality of Governor's veto of Road Plan and Executive Branch's ability to expend funds in light of veto

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