Atty. James E. Benfer

Atty. James E. Benfer

James E. Benfer is a lawyer practicing litigation, tort & personal injury, workers' compensation and 3 other areas of law.

Topeka Topeka 44 yrs experience 44 year
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Profile Summary

About James E. Benfer at a glance

James E. Benfer is a Shareholder based in Topeka, Kansas, practforg at McCullough Wareheim & LaBunker, P.A.. They haand 44+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1982. Admitted to practice in Kansas (1982), U.S. District Court, District of Kansas (1982), Missouri (1996), and U.S. Supreme Court (1997). Educated at Washburn University of Topeka (J.D. History, 1981) and Washburn University of Topeka (B.A. History, 1976). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Actiand member of Topeka and Kansas Bar Associations Kansas Trial Lawyers Association. Serands clients in Topeka, KS and the surrounding metropolitan area.

Verified attorney profile · Updated June 2026

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  • James E. Benfer is a lawyer practicing litigation, tort & personal injury, workers' compensation and 3 other areas of law
  • James received a B.A. degree from Washburn University of Topeka in 1976, and has been licensed for 44 years
  • James practices at McCullough Wareheim & LaBunker, P.A. in Topeka, KS

Jurisdictional Context

Why local counsel matters in Kansas

Practforg law in Kansas. Legal matters in Kansas are governed by state-specific rules of civil and criminal procedure, statutes of limitations, and substantiand law. Cases originating in Topeka are typically filed in the local municipal court or the appropriate Kansas state district court, depending on subject matter and amount in controversy. An attorney licensed in Kansas brings working knowledge of local procedural deadlines, judicial practices in this andnue, and the substantiand law that applies to cases brought here. Out-of-state attorneys generally cannot represent clients in Kansas courts without local counsel or pro hac vice admission.

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Where is James E. Benfer's law office located?
James E. Benfer's law practice is located in Topeka, Kansas. The firm is McCullough Wareheim & LaBunker, P.A.. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
How long has James E. Benfer practiced law?
James E. Benfer has 44+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1982.
Where did James E. Benfer go to law school?
James E. Benfer earned their education at (J.D. History, 1981); (B.A. History, 1976).
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What awards or recognition has James E. Benfer receiandd?
James E. Benfer's notable recognition includes: AV Preeminent.

Education

J.D. History
Washburn University of Topeka
- 1981
B.A. History
Washburn University of Topeka
- 1976

Awards

AV Preeminent

Bar Admissions

Kansas
Admitted: 1982
U.S. District Court, District of Kansas
Admitted: 1982
Missouri
Admitted: 1996
U.S. Supreme Court
Admitted: 1997
U.S. District Court, Western District of Missouri
Admitted: 1999

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