E. Seth Combs
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Biography
A technology enthusiast with the heart & mind of a criminal defense lawyer - an antihero in every sense of the word. I grew up in the hills of southeast KY - an area known for many things, least of all technology. At 10 years old, my fascination with technology began - my first computer. Dial-up internet was still new(ish) but once I discovered what "the internet" a symbiotic bond formed & continues to grow.I have been a loyal & dedicated advocate of all things technology since before the internet became the god-child that it is today. In 7th grade, I decided to be a lawyer. Thus, I have been on a crash course for the nexus of law & technology since long ago. I received my Bachelor's of Science degree in Criminal Justice at Eastern Kentucky University where I graduated with honors in 2008. It became clear while studying areas like Criminal Investigations, White Collar Crime, Drugs, Crime & Society, and Organized Crime - there was no other career for me than being a defense attorney. After a short stint working for a county prosecutor and then loss prevention, I enrolled in graduate school at EKU.I received my Master's of Science degree cum laude in 2010. Next - the madness of law school. My desired career path had not strayed - criminal defense lawyer. Thus, I structured my studies & extracurriculars around the realm of criminal law. During law school, I worked briefly for an intellectual property/patent/trademark attorney. I then worked in a small Jacksonville firm whose primary area of practice is criminal defense. I graduated in May 2014 from Florida Coastal School of Law and was admitted to the KY Bar in September 2014. My hobbies include collecting sports memorabilia, spending far too many hours playing PC games & watching tons of movies/TV shows. My hidden talent = pop culture trivia. I have a disturbing ability to recall obscure movie trivia, quotes, and tidbits that have no business occupying a part of one's memory.
Practice Areas
Communications & Internet Law
Internet Law, Media & Advertising, Telecommunications Law
Criminal Law
Criminal Appeals, Drug Crimes, Expungement, Fraud, Gun Crimes, Internet Crimes, Sex Crimes, Theft, Violent Crimes
Personal Injury
Animal & Dog Bites, Brain Injury, Car Accidents, Construction Accidents, Motorcycle Accidents, Premises Liability, Truck Accidents, Wrongful Death
Intellectual Property
Trademarks
Trademark Litigation, Trademark Registration
Workers' Compensation
Insurance Claims
Bad Faith Insurance, Business Insurance, Disability Insurance, Health Insurance, Life Insurance, Motor Vehicle Insurance, Property Insurance
Medical Malpractice
Birth Injury, Medical Misdiagnosis, Pharmacy Errors, Surgical Errors
Social Security Disability
Fees
- Credit Cards Accepted - Please contact me to discuss this arrangement.
- Contingent Fees
- Rates, Retainers and Additional Information - Fees depend on the type of case and its level of complexity.
Jurisdictions Admitted to Practice
Languages
Professional Experience
Loss Prevention Officer JCPenney, Inc.
Year: 2008 - 2009
Description: Performed internal and external investigations via CCTV and direct surveillance including, shoplifting, credit/gift card fraud, associate theft, and workplace safety; performed OSHA audits and compliance checks; safety and emergency preparedness training. Interviewed theft suspects to investigate/recover stolen goods, prepared reports, and testified in open court; responded to emergencies such as accidents, falls, lockout/tag-out, code Adam/Amber Alerts; liaison for EMS, state/local law enforcement, and insurance companies. Handled all worker’s compensation issues, procedures, claims, and investigations.
Law Clerk The Law Office of Ashkan Najafi
Year: 2012 - 2012
Description: Drafted memorandums of law containing legal research on various intellectual property law issues such as copyright infringement, trademarks, cybersquatting, contract disputes, and patent appeals; drafted EULAs, and patent/trademark applications.
Law Clerk The Williston Firm
Year: 2013 - 2014
Description: Private practice - criminal defense, landlord/tenant, personal injury, family law
Clerk Madison County Attorney
Year: 2008 - 2008
Description: Assisted with preparing, delivering and filing documents including, subpoenas, summonses, court motions, warrants, dockets, and case files for misdemeanor and felony offenses. Assisted with public relations. Delivered office paperwork.
Graduate Assistant Justice & Safety Department - Eastern Kentucky University
Year: 2009 - 2010
Description: Worked under several professors within the Department of Safety, Security, and Emergency Management (SSEM). Graded assignments, exams, and essays. Created student projects as part of course curriculum. Served as liaison for professors and students. Assisted the admissions counselor for the SSEM program. Served as ambassador to potential students. Assisted OSHA Training Institute administrators to prepare and deliver frequent safety training conferences.
Clerk Jeanne K. Channell, P.S.C.
Year: 2003 - 2004
Description: Maintained financial/personal records for clients in bankruptcy law practice; filed documents and prepared depositions
Professional Associations
Phi Delta Theta Member (2005 - Current)
Kentucky Bar Association Active (2014 - Current)
Education
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Eastern Kentucky University B.S. (2008) | Criminal Justice
Year: 2004 - 2008
Honors: Coursework: Criminal Law, Organized Crime, White Collar Crime, Drugs, Crime & Society, Criminal Investigations, Criminal Justice Ethics. Cum Laude, Dean's List Activities: Phi Delta Theta (KY Theta Chapter)
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Eastern Kentucky University M.S. (2010) | Safety, Security, and Emergency Management
Year: 2009 - 2010
Honors: OSHA regulatory compliance, Drafting workplace safety programs that meet or exceed state & federal OSHA regulations, Disaster & Emergency Preparedness planning, Safety Auditing, Worker's Compensation & Labor Law Cum Laude Activities: Phi Delta Theta (KY Theta) KY Governor's Safety & Health Conference Liaison Graduate Assistant, Sheila Patterson
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Florida Coastal School of Law J.D. (2014) | Criminal Law
Year: 2011 - 2014
Honors: Coursework: Cyberlaw, Intellectual Property, Federal Criminal Law, Advanced Criminal Procedure, Social Media & the Law Activities: Graduate Assistant for Constitutional Law Professor Mary Margaret Giannini (2013)
Certifications
- Lexis Advance Certified: LexisNexis
Websites
http://www.sethcombs.net
Seth Combs, Attorney at Law
Jerry W. Wicker Law Office
39 Main Street, PO Box 1590, Hindman, KY 41822
(606) 785-0015