Atty. Gerald M. Handley

Atty. Gerald M. Handley

Gerald M. Handley is a lawyer practicing criminal litigation, criminal defense, white collar crime.

Kansas City Kansas City 54 yrs experience 54 year
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Profile Summary

About Gerald M. Handley at a glance

Gerald M. Handley is a Retired Partner based in Kansas City, Missouri. They have 54+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1972. Their practice focuses on criminal defense and white collar. Admitted to practice in Missouri (1972), U.S. District Court, Western District of Missouri and U.S. Supreme Court (1976), and U.S. District Court, District of Kansas (1998). Educated at University of Missouri at Kansas City (J.D., 1972) and LaSalle College (B.S. Temple, 1965). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Active member of S and Supreme Court Bar Missouri Association of Criminal Defense Lawyers (President, 1978-1979) National Association of Criminal Defense Lawyers American Board of Criminal Lawyers. Serands clients in Kansas City, MO and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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About

  • Gerald M. Handley is a lawyer practicing criminal litigation, criminal defense, white collar crime
  • Gerald received a B.S. degree from LaSalle College in 1965, and has been licensed for 54 years
  • Gerald practices in Kansas City, MO

Practice Areas Explained

Gerald M. Handley's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Gerald M. Handley handles, with a brief overview of what that area of law covers.

Criminal Defense

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White Collar Crimes

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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

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Where is Gerald M. Handley's law office located?
Gerald M. Handley's law practice is located in Kansas City, Missouri. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Gerald M. Handley handle?
Gerald M. Handley focuses on criminal defense, white collar. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Missouri.
How long has Gerald M. Handley practiced law?
Gerald M. Handley has 54+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1972.
Where did Gerald M. Handley go to law school?
Gerald M. Handley earned their education at (J.D., 1972); (B.S. Temple, 1965).
How can I contact Gerald M. Handley for a consultation?
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What awards or recognition has Gerald M. Handley received?
Gerald M. Handley's notable recognition includes: AV Preeminent.

Education

J.D.
University of Missouri at Kansas City
- 1972
B.S. Temple
LaSalle College
- 1965

Awards

AV Preeminent

Bar Admissions

Missouri
Admitted: 1972
U.S. District Court, Western District of Missouri and U.S. Supreme Court
Admitted: 1976
U.S. District Court, District of Kansas
Admitted: 1998

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