John Amos Whatley

I am John Amos Whatley, a personal injury litigator and trial attorney with over 19 years of experience in the courtroom, primarily focusing on personal injury cases. My practice is dedicated to using my knowledge to help clients secure favorable outcomes. As a partner of Stein Whatley Astorino, PLLC, I advocate for individuals who have been seriously injured in various disasters and calamities, including car accidents, motorcycle accidents, and big truck accidents, as well as slip and fall incidents. I also assist victims of medical malpractice in obtaining compensation from negligent medical professionals, surgical facilities, and hospitals. My work extends to representing grieving families dealing with the wrongful death of a loved one, helping them recover compensation for their loss. Additionally, I have handled cases involving Social Security and worker’s compensation claims for injured or disabled individuals. My educational background includes attending Trinity High School and the University of Louisville, where I was an active member of the football team and achieved recognition on the Athletic Director’s Honor Roll. I was honored with the Conference USA Academic Award and the John E. Brown Scholarship. I graduated from the University of Louisville's School of Business in 2002, earning a Bachelor of Science in Business Administration with a major in Accountancy. I am a proud member of the Mississippi Bar Association, Kentucky Bar Association, Louisville Bar Association, and the Kentucky Justice Association. My professional recognitions include being named a “Rising Star” by Super Lawyers in 2018 and 2019. I was admitted to the Kentucky Bar in 2006 and the Mississippi Bar in 2005. I also have the privilege of practicing in the United States District Courts for both the Eastern and Western Districts of Kentucky, as well as the Northern and Southern Districts of Mississippi.