Atty. Chris R. Pace

Atty. Chris R. Pace

Chris R. Pace is a lawyer practicing employment law, litigation, labor and employment.

Kansas City Kansas City 31 yrs experience 31 year
Call (816) 573-2113 Book Appointment

Profile Summary

About Chris R. Pace at a glance

Chris R. Pace is a Shareholder based in Kansas City, Missouri, practicing at Ogletree, Deakins, Nash, Smoak & Stewart, P.C.. They have 31+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1995. Their practice focuses on employment and litigation. Admitted to practice in Kansas (1995), U.S. District Court, District of Kansas (1995), Missouri (1996), and U.S. Supreme Court U.S. District Court, Western District of Missouri U.S. District Court, Eastern Di (2007). Educated at University of Kansas (J.D., 1995) and University of Kansas (B.A., 1992). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Active member of Kansas Bar Association The Missouri Bar. Serands clients in Kansas City, MO and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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About

  • Chris R. Pace is a lawyer practicing employment law, litigation, labor and employment
  • Chris received a B.A. degree from University of Kansas in 1992, and has been licensed for 31 years
  • Chris practices at Ogletree, Deakins, Nash, Smoak & Stewart, P.C. in Kansas City, MO

Practice Areas Explained

Chris R. Pace's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Chris R. Pace handles, with a brief overview of what that area of law covers.

Employment Law

Employment lawyers represent workers in wrongful termination, discrimination, harassment, wage & hour disputes, and severance negotiations.

Chris R. Pace is one of 169,120 employment attorneys indexed nationally. Browse employment attorneys in Missouri →

Civil Litigation

Civil litigation attorneys for breach of contract, business disputes, civil rights, and class action lawsuits.

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Jurisdictional Context

Why local counsel matters in Missouri

Practicing law in Missouri. Legal matters in Missouri are governed by state-specific rules of civil and criminal procedure, statutes of limitations, and substantive law. Cases originating in Kansas City are typically filed in the local municipal court or the appropriate Missouri state district court, depending on subject matter and amount in controversy. An attorney licensed in Missouri 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 Missouri courts without local counsel or pro hac vice admission.

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Frequently Asked

Common questions about Chris R. Pace

Where is Chris R. Pace's law office located?
Chris R. Pace's law practice is located in Kansas City, Missouri. The firm is Ogletree, Deakins, Nash, Smoak & Stewart, P.C.. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Chris R. Pace handle?
Chris R. Pace focuses on employment, litigation. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Missouri.
How long has Chris R. Pace practiced law?
Chris R. Pace has 31+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1995.
Where did Chris R. Pace go to law school?
Chris R. Pace earned their education at (J.D., 1995); (B.A., 1992).
How can I contact Chris R. Pace for a consultation?
You can contact Chris R. Pace directly through this profile page. Click "Ask the Attorney" to submit a question, or "Schedule a Consultation" to book a meeting. Most claimed-profile attorneys respond within one business day.
What awards or recognition has Chris R. Pace received?
Chris R. Pace's notable recognition includes: AV Preeminent.

Education

J.D.
University of Kansas
- 1995
B.A.
University of Kansas
- 1992

Awards

AV Preeminent

Bar Admissions

Kansas
Admitted: 1995
U.S. District Court, District of Kansas
Admitted: 1995
Missouri
Admitted: 1996
U.S. Supreme Court U.S. District Court, Western District of Missouri U.S. District Court, Eastern Di
Admitted: 2007

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