Atty. James Michael Kaup

Atty. James Michael Kaup

James Michael Kaup is a lawyer practicing municipal law, labor and employment. James received a B.S. degree from Kansas State University in 1975, and has been licensed for 47 years.

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Profile Summary

About James Michael Kaup at a glance

James Michael Kaup is a Member based in Lawrence, Kansas, practicing at Kaup & Shultz, LC. They have 47+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1979. Their practice focuses on employment and government. Admitted to practice in Kansas (1979) and U.S. Supreme Court (1988). Educated at University of Kansas School of Law (J.D., 1979) and Kansas State University (B.S., 1975). Recognitions include BV Distinguished. Active member of Executive Secretary, 1987-1992, Kansas Association National Institute of Municipal Law Officers City Attorneys Association of Kansas. Serands clients in Lawrence, KS and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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  • James Michael Kaup is a lawyer practicing municipal law, labor and employment
  • James received a B.S. degree from Kansas State University in 1975, and has been licensed for 47 years
  • James practices at Kaup & Shultz, LC in Lawrence, KS

Practice Areas Explained

James Michael Kaup's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases James Michael Kaup 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.

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Government & Administrative Law

Attorneys for administrative law, agency hearings, government contracts, licensing, and public benefits.

James Michael Kaup is one of 132,225 government attorneys indexed nationally. Browse government attorneys in Kansas →

Jurisdictional Context

Why local counsel matters in Kansas

Practicing 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 Lawrence 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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Frequently Asked

Common questions about James Michael Kaup

Where is James Michael Kaup's law office located?
James Michael Kaup's law practice is located in Lawrence, Kansas. The firm is Kaup & Shultz, LC. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does James Michael Kaup handle?
James Michael Kaup focuses on employment, government. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Kansas.
How long has James Michael Kaup practiced law?
James Michael Kaup has 47+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1979.
Where did James Michael Kaup go to law school?
James Michael Kaup earned their education at (J.D., 1979); (B.S., 1975).
How can I contact James Michael Kaup for a consultation?
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What awards or recognition has James Michael Kaup received?
James Michael Kaup's notable recognition includes: BV Distinguished.

Education

J.D.
University of Kansas School of Law
- 1979
B.S.
Kansas State University
- 1975

Awards

BV Distinguished

Bar Admissions

Kansas
Admitted: 1979
U.S. Supreme Court
Admitted: 1988

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