Atty. Howard D. Lay

Atty. Howard D. Lay

Howard D. Lay is a lawyer practicing commercial, bankruptcy, auto dealership and 3 other areas of law.

Kansas City Kansas City 69 yrs experience 69 year
Call (816) 631-6452 Book Appointment

Profile Summary

About Howard D. Lay at a glance

Howard D. Lay is a probate, personal injury, estate planning, business, and bankruptcy attorney based in Kansas City, Missouri. They have 69+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1957. Admitted to practice in Missouri U.S. Court of Appeals, Fourth, Eight and Tenth Circuits U.S. Court of Appeals, Federal Circ (1957). Educated at University of Missouri at Kansas City (J.D., 1957) and University of Missouri at Kansas City (B.A., 1957). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Active member of Kansas City Metropolitan Bar Association The Missouri Bar. Serands clients in Kansas City, MO and the surrounding metropolitan area.

Verified attorney profile · Updated June 2026

About

  • Howard D. Lay is a lawyer practicing commercial, bankruptcy, auto dealership and 3 other areas of law
  • Howard received a B.A. degree from University of Missouri at Kansas City in 1957, and has been licensed for 69 years
  • Howard practices in Kansas City, MO

Practice Areas Explained

Howard D. Lay's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Howard D. Lay handles, with a brief overview of what that area of law covers.

Probate

Howard D. Lay is one of 128,014 probate attorneys indexed nationally. Browse probate attorneys in Missouri →

Personal Injury

Personal injury attorneys help accident victims recover compensation for medical bills, lost wages, and pain & suffering. Most work on contingency — no fee unless you win.

Howard D. Lay is one of 264,852 personal injury attorneys indexed nationally. Browse personal injury attorneys in Missouri →

Estate Planning & Probate

An estate planning attorney prepares wills, trusts, powers of attorney, and healthcare directives to protect your family and pass on your assets.

Howard D. Lay is one of 226,536 estate planning attorneys indexed nationally. Browse estate planning attorneys in Missouri →

Business & Corporate Law

Business attorneys advise founders and growing companies on entity formation, contracts, financing, M&A, and dispute resolution.

Howard D. Lay is one of 501,317 business attorneys indexed nationally. Browse business attorneys in Missouri →

Bankruptcy & Debt

A bankruptcy attorney can help you eliminate debt, stop creditor harassment, and protect your home through Chapter 7 or Chapter 13.

Howard D. Lay is one of 105,321 bankruptcy attorneys indexed nationally. Browse bankruptcy attorneys in Missouri →

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 Howard D. Lay

Where is Howard D. Lay's law office located?
Howard D. Lay's law practice is located in Kansas City, Missouri. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Howard D. Lay handle?
Howard D. Lay focuses on probate, personal injury, estate planning, business, bankruptcy. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Missouri.
How long has Howard D. Lay practiced law?
Howard D. Lay has 69+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1957.
Where did Howard D. Lay go to law school?
Howard D. Lay earned their education at (J.D., 1957); (B.A., 1957).
How can I contact Howard D. Lay for a consultation?
You can contact Howard D. Lay 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 Howard D. Lay received?
Howard D. Lay's notable recognition includes: AV Preeminent.

Education

J.D.
University of Missouri at Kansas City
- 1957
B.A.
University of Missouri at Kansas City
- 1957

Awards

AV Preeminent

Bar Admissions

Missouri U.S. Court of Appeals, Fourth, Eight and Tenth Circuits U.S. Court of Appeals, Federal Circ
Admitted: 1957

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