Charles Ward is a Partner in the Corporate Department. Charles has a diverse practice in the areas of residential and commercial real estate, commercial and residential mortgage lending transactions, real estate development, business transactions, business formations (corporate entities, partnerships and limited liability companies) and business acquisitions. He has represented both landlords and tenants by drafting and negotiating leases for shopping centers, office space and other types of properties. In addition, Charles represents owners, general contractors, suppliers and contractors in connection with construction and payment claims. He has been a speaker at seminars on such topics as mechanic's and materialmen's liens and commercial leases. Charles also practices in the areas of estate planning and estate administration (probate).

Memberships & Affiliations

· American Bar Association

· Kentucky Bar Association

· Fayette County Bar Association

· Fayette County Legal Aid, Inc., Board of Directors

· Lexington Rotary Club, Cardinal Hill Rehabilitation Hospital Committee

Distinctions

· Peer Review Rated AV in Martindale-Hubbell

· Listed in The Best Lawyers in America®