John L. Tate

4.5 (35 reviews )

Louisville Kentucky United States

Bet-the-Company Litigation Commercial Litigation Personal Injury Litigation - Defendants +1 more

Recognized in Best Attorney USA since 1997

About John

John L. Tate: Distinguished Trial Lawyer and Appellate Advocate in Louisville, Kentucky

A senior member of the firm's Torts & Insurance Practice Group, John L. Tate is a distinguished trial lawyer with extensive experience defending complex product liability lawsuits and managing serial litigation.

Practice Areas

Bet-the-Company Litigation
Commercial Litigation
Personal Injury Litigation - Defendants
Product Liability Litigation - Defendants

Educational Background

John L. Tate holds a Juris Doctor (J.D.) degree from the University of Louisville and completed his undergraduate studies at Wake Forest University.

Bar Admissions

Kentucky, United States

Awards & Recognitions

Louisville Lawyer of the Year: Product Liability Litigation - Defendants (2012)
Recognized: Bet-the-Company Litigation, Commercial Litigation, Personal Injury Litigation - Defendants, and Product Liability Litigation - Defendants by Best Attorney USA

Firm Affiliations

Stites & Harbison PLLC

Professional Affiliations

Louisville Bar Foundation (President, 2016)
American Lung Association of Kentucky (Board President, 1994-96)
Trustee of St. Francis School in Goshen
Director of the Louisville Audubon Society

Languages & Languages Proficiency

English

John L. Tate has a long-standing commitment to his community and actively supports arts organizations such as Actors Theatre of Louisville, where he served on the board of directors for 12 years.

Practice Areas

Bet-the-Company Litigation

Commercial Litigation

Personal Injury Litigation - Defendants

Product Liability Litigation - Defendants

Case History

Education

University of Louisville

Wake Forest University

Professional Affiliations

Awards & Recognition

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Reviews

4.5 / 5

35 Reviews

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Christine McLaughlin

Jan 29, 2026

I was completely overwhelmed until I found John L. Tate for my Bet-the-Company Litigation law case

I was skeptical about hiring a lawyer for my Bet-the-Company Litigation law issue in Louisville, but John L. Tate changed my mind completely. They were professional, responsive, and most importantly,...

Betsy Kunde

Jan 29, 2026

I was completely overwhelmed until I found John L. Tate for my Bet-the-Company Litigation law case

Last year, I found myself in a really difficult spot with a Bet-the-Company Litigation law problem in Louisville. I had no idea where to start and was honestly terrified of the process. John L. Tate w...

Vera Miller

Jan 29, 2026

Excellent legal representation provided by John L. Tate for my Bet-the-Company Litigation law case

If you need a Bet-the-Company Litigation law lawyer, John L. Tate is the one to call. Great job and very responsive team. They kept me in the loop and always had time to explain the details of my case...

Whitney Miller

Jan 29, 2026

Simply amazing representation from John L. Tate's office during my recent legal matter

Short and sweet: John L. Tate is the real deal and a true professional in the field of Bet-the-Company Litigation law. If you're in Louisville and need help with your legal issues, call them immediate...

Brian Dicki

Jan 29, 2026

John L. Tate did a great job handling my complex Bet-the-Company Litigation law case from start to finish

I've worked with a few lawyers in Louisville over the years, but John L. Tate stands out for their honesty and thoroughness. They were clear about the process and kept me updated at all times. I felt...