Atty. John Wayne Leighty
John Wayne Leighty is a lawyer practicing children, family law, bankruptcy. John received a B.S. degree from Kansas State University in 1970, and has been licensed for 39 years.
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John Wayne Leighty is a family law and bankruptcy attorney based in Paola, Kansas. They have 39+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1987. Admitted to practice in Kansas (1987). Educated at University of Kansas (J.D., 1987) and Kansas State University (B.S. Kansas, 1970). Serands clients in Paola, KS and the surrounding metropolitan area.
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- John Wayne Leighty is a lawyer practicing children, family law, bankruptcy
- John received a B.S. degree from Kansas State University in 1970, and has been licensed for 39 years
- John practices in Paola, KS
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Family law attorneys handle divorce, child custody, child support, adoption, prenups, and protective orders. Find verified family lawyers near you.
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A bankruptcy attorney can help you eliminate debt, stop creditor harassment, and protect your home through Chapter 7 or Chapter 13.
John Wayne Leighty is one of 105,321 bankruptcy attorneys indexed nationally. Browse bankruptcy attorneys in Kansas →
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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 substantive law. Cases originating in Paola 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 substantive 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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