Top Business Lawyers Near Me in Kansas City Area

When you step into a courtroom, you want your interests represented skillfully. Agron Law Office has the experience and expertise to identify the most effective means of representing your interests. Todd provides a personal and customized approach for each client because he knows not all cases are the same.. Todd's main focus is business litigation but he also practices personal injury, criminal defense (including federal cases), and family law.. Call today for your free consultation!

The president of The McCallister Law Firm, P.C., attorney Brian McCallister established his firm in 1996 with the objective of protecting the rights of individuals and families suffering unnecessarily owing to another person's careless or illegal behavior. He has managed numerous situations involving terrible harm or demise resulting from semi-truck accidents, vehicle collisions, unsafe products, slip/trip and fall mishaps, medical negligence, railroad accidents and police misbehavior.. Having been raised as a minister's son and grandson, Mr. McCallister noticed numerous illustrations of his family's sacrifice for and dedication to others. His remarkable commitment to every client and his pledge to discover the clients' stories and seeking justice for them and their families preserves his own family's tradition of service. The strong associations he has with each individual client is the base on which his representation of them is constructed.. Mr. McCallister graduated with his bachelor’s degree in business management in 1983 from Central Methodist University. Later in 1988, he earned his Juris Doctor from the Saint Louis University School of Law, where he served as the treasurer and president of the Student Bar Association. He is also an alumnus of the esteemed Spence Trial Lawyers College located in Dubois, Wyoming. He was first admitted to practice law in the state courts of Missouri in 1988 and later in Kansas, Illinois and Iowa.. Besides offering personalized attention to every one of his clients, Mr. McCallister has also devoted his efforts and resources to his legal circle. He is a member of the Kansas City Metropolitan Bar Association, the Illinois State Bar Association, the Kansas Bar Association, the Iowa State Bar Association, the American Bar Association, the American Association for Justice, The Missouri Bar and the National Association of Criminal Defense Lawyers (NACDL). Moreover, he has served as the president and on the board of governors of the Missouri Association of Trial Attorneys (MATA).. For his excellent client services and professional accomplishments, Mr. McCallister has been rated "Superb " through Avvo. He was also bestowed with the Kansas City Business Journal’s “Best of the Bar” Award, an honor received by only a small fraction of attorneys in the Kansas City metropolitan region.

Simon Brody, a licensed attorney with over 15 years of proven results as a technical and creative writer, delivers dynamic content in any context. Depend on his diverse background as a professional journalist, communications director for 6,000+ member trade group, and performer/lyricist for independent band with over 50,000 albums sold world-wide. Authoritative reporting on business and legislative issues, a commercially successful series of legal guides for small business, and a noted artistic career have made Brody a quotable source for major media outlets including Bloomberg News, , MTV News, Alternative Press and . Simon's background in IP/Media Law, distinctions in Business and Transactional Law -- combined with business branding, publicity and contract/proposal writing experience -- produces real-world results for your business.Simon works diligently to provide only the advice and law related services that you and your business require in a cost-effective and timely manner. Please inquire about project pricing and long-term assistance so we can develop a plan that works for you.

Robert derives great personal satisfaction from helping people and businesses navigate complicated legal scenarios and achieve financial stability.

Problem solving for creditors and those working for creditors. I represent lenders, vendors, manufacturers and sellers of goods and services. I represent legal professionals (attorneys) and business clients. I help my clients get paid for what they do, and I litigate to protect their right to receive and demand payment.

Phillip B. Grubaugh, licensed in Missouri since 1975, is a seasoned attorney dedicated to delivering comprehensive legal representation. A standout academic at the University of Missouri, Phil graduated with distinction, earning accolades such as Phi Beta Kappa membership and the Order of the Coif during his law studies at the University of Missouri - Columbia School of Law. His career began at Watson Ess Marshall & Engass, where he honed his skills in general litigation. Phil then joined Deacy & Deacy, LLP, becoming a partner and excelling in personal injury defense and commercial litigation, with numerous appellate victories. In 2012, Phil joined Kansas City Accident Injury Attorneys (KCAIA) as an Of Counsel attorney, providing the firm with a strategic advantage through his defense insight. Now, Phil channels his extensive legal acumen toward achieving fair compensation for injured clients in the Kansas City area. He is known for his meticulous attention to detail and personalized case management. Phil's accolades include an AV Preeminent rating by Martindale-Hubbell and recognition as a Top Car Accident Attorney by Avvo. He is affiliated with The Missouri Bar, Kansas City Metropolitan Bar Association, and The National Academy of Personal Injury Lawyers.

Matthew A. Kentner is a founding member of Kentner Wyatt, LLC. Matt began his career with David A. Kraft and Associates, LLC where he specialized in both commercial and consumer collections. He has represented creditors in over 2000 cases and knows the ins and outs of how creditors think and how they negotiate.. Matt received his degree in Entertainment Management with an emphasis in Sports Management from Missouri State University. He graduated Magna Cum Laude and was the Vice President of the Entertainment Management Association his senior year. Matt is barred in the states of Missouri and Kansas and is a member of the Kansas City Metropolitan Bar Association and the Kansas City Bankruptcy Bar Association.. Matt grew up on a small dairy farm outside of Lamar, Missouri. He played 3 sports in high school and still loves to be involved in anything competitive. In 2011, Matt became a part of the Big Brother Big Sisters program and likes to spend time every week with his little Javion. Matt also coaches a women’s roller derby team called the Royal Pains. Matt also enjoys sports, competing in competition’s such as the Tough Mudder, traveling, and spending time with his fiancee, Kody.

Licensed in Missouri, Colorado, Nevada, Texas and Tennessee.  Formerly Licensed as Certified Public Accountant in Texas.

Larkin has eight years of experience advising the judiciary, in state and federal court, at both the trial and appellate court levels. Before joining Stueve Siegel Hanson as Of Counsel in 2013, Larkin served as law clerk to the Honorable Carlos Murguia, Judge for the U.S. District Court, District of Kansas, and as a research attorney for Justice Carol Beier of the Kansas Supreme Court.. Larkin brings her expertise as a legal writer and researcher to the firm, structuring arguments and crafting briefs for courts across the country in the variety of cases the firm handles. She enjoys the process of weaving facts and law together into a compelling story.  In the course of her career, she has reviewed thousands of briefs across a wide variety of practice areas, and has drafted complex analyses on a variety of critical legal questions. Larkin is adept at researching complex legal issues and preparing no-nonsense motions designed to pinpoint the relevant issues for the Court and advocate for a favorable ruling.. Larkin earned her J.D. from the University of Kansas School of Law, where she was a University Merit Scholar and served as the articles editor for the Kansas Journal of Law & Public Policy, and co-managing editor of the law school's newspaper, The Brief-Brief. She received her undergraduate degrees in English and Studio Art, cum laude, from Southern Methodist University. She is admitted to the bar in Missouri and Kansas.

Jeff has fourteen years' experience in the practice of law. Before joining Stueve Siegel Hanson in 2012, Jeff practiced law at the The Henning Law Firm. He also served as a law clerk for the Honorable Thomas H. Newton, Missouri Court of Appeals. Additionally, Jeff practiced law for several years with Shook, Hardy & Bacon LLP in Kansas City, where he focused on complex products liability actions in state and federal courts across the United States. As a practicing attorney, Jeff has served as court-appointed counsel in a federal civil rights action; lectured at continuing legal education programs; drafted supplements to the Missouri Civil Procedure Deskbook; written articles for legal publications; and taught classes on federal jurisdiction.. Jeff is a member of the Missouri Bar, the Kansas Bar Association, and the Kansas City Metropolitan Bar Association. Jeff is admitted to practice before the state courts of Kansas and Missouri and the U.S. District Courts for the Western District of Missouri and the District of Kansas.. Jeff received his J.D. from the University of Missouri-Kansas City School of Law, where he graduated with distinction. He was a member of the Law Review and earned 16 CALI awards for academic excellence. Jeff is also a member of Phi Beta Kappa.

James received both his B.A. in Political Science and his M.B.A. from the University of Kansas, where he was a member of Phi Beta Kappa.  He graduated from the University of Iowa College of Law in 2011.  While in law school, James served as a legal intern in the University of Iowa Clinical Law Program and assisted California’s Habeas Corpus Resource Center in post-conviction capital defense litigation.

I am the founder of Fowler Pickert Eisenmenger, LLC, where I focus on prosecuting personal injury, wrongful death, medical malpractice and car crash claims for those who have suffered life-altering injuries or the pain of losing a loved one through no fault of their own.  I understand that representing my clients includes more than just filing legal documents, it also requires helping them through what is perhaps the most difficult time of their lives.

I love being a lawyer and helping entrepreneurs, startups, and small and medium sized businesses create amazing companies. I also love practicing law through Venture Legal because it allows me to serve my clients in a unique way using fixed fees, online file sharing, digital billing, and electronic signatures.. My goal is to become a team player inside your company, to provide advice beyond that of just legal advice, to practice what Google® calls Horseback Law, and to try to provide “yes if” answers rather than just answering “no.”. I’m a big supporter of Kansas City, the founder of Twenty30Mentors and a proud member/mentor with Think Big Partners, Social Media Club Kansas City, The Kauffman Foundation, UMKC E-Scholars, The Sprint Accelerator, Coffee + Design, Startup Grind, and Volunteer Lawyers and Accountants for the Arts.. Prior to law school I worked as a recording engineer in Nashville and New York City. When I decided to pursue a law degree to study intellectual property, I chose my hometown law school: The University of Missouri-Kansas City School of Law. I was an editor of the law review, published a paper on “copylefts,” and graduated magna cum laude with an emphasis in Business and Entrepreneurial Law.. In addition to running Venture Legal, I’m the Founder and President of b.Legal Marketing, a marketing firm that helps lawyers develop business, and also a Co-Founder of Edge Up Sports, where geeks are merging big data with fantasy football.

I am passionate about you!. My Passion is Serving Clients. Currently, this means assisting individuals, small businesses and large corporations throughout all stages of litigation. Since serving as both in-house and outside counsel, I provide a unique & beneficial perspective to clients. Although I am a strong advocator for my client at all times, I have found that my eye for common ground and alternative resolutions assists me in resolving conflicts quickly and efficiently for all involved.

Growing up in a family business taught Eric Hurtt about the obstacles that make running a business challenging. Facing litigation creates further risk that can seriously affect a company’s ability to plan for the future. Eric provides responsive and thorough legal representation that helps calm nerves and keep business goals on target.. “Clients can come to me with complex legal issues,” he said. “I will offer a clear gameplan to help them achieve a great result. With extensive advocacy experience, I can deliver success in both the conference room and the courtroom.”. As an experienced trial attorney, Eric executes the details of each case without losing sight of the client’s end goal. Through robust pre-trial litigation that includes fact investigation and early discovery, he works up cases well before jurors get involved. The strategy allows him to evaluate the merits of a case before deadlines or trial and establishes a foundation he and his clients can stand on to make educated decisions during all phases of litigation.

Derek H. MacKay, a partner since 2013, is a member of Brown & James' Kansas City office.  Mr. MacKay's practice focuses on complex commercial litigation, including the defense of cases involving products liability, personal injury, arson-fraud litigation and commercial transportation.  He has tried cases and argued appeals in federal and state courts throughout Missouri and Kansas.  Significant recent matters include the defense of a semi-trailer manufacturer in a dealership contract dispute and the defense of a property developer wherein defense verdicts were obtained for the client.  He also represents insurance carriers in cases involving bad faith and extra-contractual liability disputes.  In addition, Mr. MacKay has counseled corporate clients with respect to employee non-compete agreements and claims of discrimination.  Mr. MacKay has been recoginzed by Super Lawyers from 2011- to the present.  Prior to joining Brown & James in 2006, he worked for an Am Law 100 firm in Chicago.

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Brandon began his legal career working for judges—first clerking for a Missouri Supreme Court judge and then for a U.S. District Court judge. He then entered the courtroom as a litigator, and over the last 13 years has litigated significant, high stakes cases in courts in Kansas, Missouri, and fourteen other states. Brandon has represented corporate and individual clients in matters ranging from trucking accidents to antitrust monopolies to large breach of contract and business tort matters. He has developed a reputation for an aggressive yet strategic and practical approach.. Brandon has been consistently recognized by his peers in the legal community.  Best Lawyers in America® has named Brandon in the area of Commerical Litigation since 2015, the Kansas City Business Journal® has listed him as Best of the Bar since 2013, and he has been named as a Missouri and Kansas Super Lawyer® since 2008.. Brandon lives in Kansas City with his wife, their four children, and an ever-expanding brood of pets. Brandon enjoys all things outdoors—hiking, mountain biking, and running.

Attorney Lynn R. Johnson is a partner at Shamberg, Johnson & Bergman, CHTD in Kansas City, Missouri. Lynn joined the firm in 1970 as an associate attorney and became a partner in 1974. A highly respected trial attorney, he has achieved numerous notable successes on behalf of his clients in personal injury litigation and has earned the esteem of his peers for his work and his commitment to the highest ethical standards of practice. Lynn is a member of the prestigious Inner Circle of Advocates and has earned an AV® Preeminent Rating from Martindale-Hubbell® every year since 1976.Lynn attended Kansas State University, where he earned his undergraduate degree in 1967, and Washburn University School of Law, where he obtained his Juris Doctor with honors in 1970. In addition to his trial practice, Lynn frequently leads lectures and presentations at continuing education events for trial attorneys and has made more than 100 CLE presentations throughout the course of his career.