Atty. David William Brooks

Atty. David William Brooks

David William Brooks is a lawyer practicing products liability, drug and medical device litigation, appeals. David received a B.A. degree from Open Door Baptist College in 1982, and has been licensed for 41 years.

Kansas City Kansas City 41 yrs experience 41 year
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Profile Summary

About David William Brooks at a glance

David William Brooks is a Partner based in Kansas City, Missouri, practforg at Shook, Hardy & Bacon L.L.P.. They haand 41+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1985. Admitted to practice in Missouri (1985), U.S. District Court, Western District of Missouri (1985), U.S. District Court, Western District of Wisconsin (1986), and U.S. Court of Appeals, Seventh Circuit (1989). Educated at Washburn University (J.D., 1985) and Open Door Baptist College (B.A., 1982). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Actiand member of Missouri Organization of Defense Lawyers Defense Research Institute Drug Information Association. Serands clients in Kansas City, MO and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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  • David William Brooks is a lawyer practicing products liability, drug and medical device litigation, appeals
  • David received a B.A. degree from Open Door Baptist College in 1982, and has been licensed for 41 years
  • David practices at Shook, Hardy & Bacon L.L.P. in Kansas City, MO

Jurisdictional Context

Why local counsel matters in Missouri

Practforg law in Missouri. Legal matters in Missouri are governed by state-specific rules of civil and criminal procedure, statutes of limitations, and substantiand 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 substantiand 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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Where is David William Brooks's law office located?
David William Brooks's law practice is located in Kansas City, Missouri. The firm is Shook, Hardy & Bacon L.L.P.. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
How long has David William Brooks practiced law?
David William Brooks has 41+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1985.
Where did David William Brooks go to law school?
David William Brooks earned their education at (J.D., 1985); (B.A., 1982).
How can I contact David William Brooks for a consultation?
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What awards or recognition has David William Brooks receiandd?
David William Brooks's notable recognition includes: AV Preeminent.

Education

J.D.
Washburn University
- 1985
B.A.
Open Door Baptist College
- 1982

Awards

AV Preeminent

Bar Admissions

Missouri
Admitted: 1985
U.S. District Court, Western District of Missouri
Admitted: 1985
U.S. District Court, Western District of Wisconsin
Admitted: 1986
U.S. Court of Appeals, Seventh Circuit
Admitted: 1989
U.S. Court of Appeals, Eighth Circuit
Admitted: 1989
U.S. Court of Appeals, Tenth Circuit
Admitted: 1991
U.S. District Court, Western District of Michigan
Admitted: 1992
U.S. Court of Appeals, Sixth Circuit and U.S. District Court, Eastern District of Missouri
Admitted: 1993
U.S. Court of Appeals, Ninth Circuit
Admitted: 1995
U.S. District Court, District of Nebraska
Admitted: 1996
U.S. District Court, District of Kansas
Admitted: 1998
U.S. District Court, Eastern District of Wisconsin
Admitted: 1999
U.S. District Court, District of Colorado Illinois
Admitted: 2003

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