Top Commercial Lawyers Near Me in Kansas City Area

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.

The focus of my practice is helping small businesses reorganize and stay in business through Chapter 11 Bankruptcy.  Too often I've seen businesses shut down because they were either unaware of their options, or could not afford to hire a large, expensive firm to do the work.  We provide big firm knowledge and experience with a small firm personal touch.  Chapter 11 is not just for GM, the law is there to help all businesses, no matter how small.. I have helped businesses in both Kansas and Missouri avert financial disaster and reorganize in Chapter 11.  We can help reduce secured debt, eliminate unsecured debt and restructure tax debt.  All the while we help small business owners continue to operate, pay their employees and relieve them of their financial stress.. I have been in practice for over a decade appearing in over 30 different courts in both Kansas and Missouri.  I have handled numerous Chapter 11's from filing to discharge and can help you reorganize your business into a stronger company that will not only survive but continue to grow.

Stephan Skepnek is a bankruptcy attorney with a background in civil litigation. He attended University of Chicago with a stint at Frieburg University and earned a Bachelor of Arts in Germanic Studies before earning his Juris Doctor at the University of Kansas School of Law in 2015.. Beginning with his first position in his own father’s law firm, Skepnek found his niche through the challenge of client advocacy. He honed his research and analytical skills by tackling diverse areas of the law, and prefers complex cases that require collaboration across industries. He enjoys the opportunities bankruptcy law provides to advocate for people in times of financial crisis and finds the process of resolving adversary issues to be fulfilling.

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

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.

Paul Croker's Bio:. Paul Croker is a dynamic commercial litigator, a trusted legal advisor and national counsel to clients facing class action and business litigation throughout the country. As a result, he has been selected by his peers as a Rising Star in Missouri/Kansas Super Lawyers®. His clients range from small family-owned businesses to national companies and are engaged in a variety of different industries including consumer finance, banking, construction, technology and real estate.. Business Litigation Paul handles business litigation involving consumer protection laws, state and federal regulatory matters, unfair competition, professional liability, contract disputes, and intellectual property rights. When serving as national counsel, he represents his clients’ interests throughout the country in litigation ranging from commercial contract disputes to complex class actions including enforcement and class actions brought by attorneys general and governmental agencies.. He represents clients in claims involving unlicensed lending, Fair Credit Reporting Act (FCRA), Fair Debt Collection Practices Act (FDCPA), Telephone Consumer Protection Act (TCPA), Fair and Accurate Credit Transaction Act (FACTA), Electronic Funds Transfer Act (EFTA), Computer Fraud and Abuse Act (CAFA), Lanham Act, trademark and intellectual property infringement, legal malpractice and breach of fiduciary duty, among others.. Class Action LitigationPaul has successfully resolved class action lawsuits that were pending locally in the Greater Kansas City Metropolitan Area, as well as in other states including California and New York. He accomplished this in a variety of ways including: dismissal, enforcement of class action waivers, compelling arbitration, and obtaining court approval of class action settlements. Generally, these class actions involve consumer protection claims relating to lending laws, unfair competition laws, unlicensed lending, FCRA, FDCPA, TCPA, FACTA, and the EFTA.. Construction Paul represents construction clients, such as general contractors, subcontractors, design professionals and suppliers, in state and federal courts, including bankruptcy proceedings.  These clients range from family-owned construction businesses to international contractors Paul has successfully resolved disputes involving construction defects and accidents, design defects, mechanic's liens and lien holder rights, payment and performance bonds, and contract disputes. He also assists his clients in the construction industry with contract review and negotiation.. Employment and LaborIn the labor and employment area, Paul represents clients in wrongful termination and retaliation lawsuits, and in the investigation and filing of claims against employees. He also assists with employment and severance agreements, in addition to drafting policies in an effort to ensure compliance and minimize liability.. Corporate ServicesWith respect to business transactions, Paul represents clients in matters ranging from contract negotiations relating to day-to-day business operations to the sale, acquisition or expansion of a business. He assists startup businesses with the formation of their companies, regulatory compliance, and drafting and negotiating contracts with vendors and clients.. Experience. Obtained judgment in favor of his clients, a motorsports promoter and racetrack owner, in a matter that was litigated up to the U.S. Court of Appeals for the Tenth Circuit regarding the $2.4 million Dollar judgment at issue. The Supreme Court of the United States denied Plaintiff’s petition for writ of certiorari.. Obtained judgment in favor of an industrial plant owner and operator in a wrongful death action stemming from remediation work on the client’s plant and the judgment in favor of his client was affirmed by the U.S. Court of Appeals for the Eighth Circuit.. Won a negligence and breach of fiduciary duty claim against a third-party administrator regarding an insurance coverage dispute between two insurers regarding an underlying significant personal injury case.. Obtained dismissal in favor of a road district in a wrongful death action and the dismissal was affirmed by the Missouri Court of Appeals, Western District.. Obtained dismissal of a class action lawsuit in California Federal Court and compelled arbitration as to the remaining individual claims in a consumer protection action asserting claims under California and Federal law.. Successfully resolved class actions and administrative actions brought by attorneys general and other governmental agencies against lenders and loan servicers in a variety of States including Illinois, Maryland, Massachusetts, and Washington.

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.

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.

BJ represented national and local clients with a wide variety of sophisticated corporate and real estate matters in the Kansas City offices of two multi-national law firms, including securitized credit facilities, term credit loans, retail and mixed-use development projects, and retail (standard and luxury), office and warehouse leasing. In 2013, B.J. joined Craig Associates, P.C., and continued to advise clients related to business planning, business and real estate acquisitions, leasing and financing throughout the country. He also contributes to the client’s strategic, finance, employment, and corporate governance discussions and decisions. BJ is currently a corporate committee board member for the Lyric Opera of Kansas City.  BJ is licensed to practice in Missouri and Kansas

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.