Atty. James Patrick Muehlberger

Atty. James Patrick Muehlberger

James Patrick Muehlberger is a lawyer practicing class actions, complex litigation, products liability litigation and 3 other areas of law. James Patrick received a B.A. degree from University of Kansas in 1978, and has been licensed for 44 years.

Kansas City Kansas City 44 yrs experience 44 year
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Profile Summary

About James Patrick Muehlberger at a glance

James Patrick Muehlberger is a Partner based in Kansas City, Missouri, practicing at Shook, Hardy & Bacon L.L.P.. They have 44+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1982. Their practice focuses on business, class action, litigation, and health care. Admitted to practice in Arizona (1982), U.S. Court of Appeals, Ninth Circuit (1982), Kansas (1994), and Missouri (2000). Educated at University of Kansas School of Law (J.D., 1982) and University of Kansas (B.A., 1978). 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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  • James Patrick Muehlberger is a lawyer practicing class actions, complex litigation, products liability litigation and 3 other areas of law
  • James Patrick received a B.A. degree from University of Kansas in 1978, and has been licensed for 44 years
  • James Patrick practices at Shook, Hardy & Bacon L.L.P. in Kansas City, MO

Practice Areas Explained

James Patrick Muehlberger's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases James Patrick Muehlberger handles, with a brief overview of what that area of law covers.

Business & Corporate Law

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

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Class Action

James Patrick Muehlberger is one of 26,424 class action attorneys indexed nationally. Browse class action attorneys in Missouri →

Civil Litigation

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

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Health Care Law

Health care attorneys for HIPAA, Medicare, Medicaid, regulatory compliance, and medical licensing matters.

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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 James Patrick Muehlberger

Where is James Patrick Muehlberger's law office located?
James Patrick Muehlberger'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.
What practice areas does James Patrick Muehlberger handle?
James Patrick Muehlberger focuses on business, class action, litigation, health care. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Missouri.
How long has James Patrick Muehlberger practiced law?
James Patrick Muehlberger has 44+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1982.
Where did James Patrick Muehlberger go to law school?
James Patrick Muehlberger earned their education at (J.D., 1982); (B.A., 1978).
How can I contact James Patrick Muehlberger for a consultation?
You can contact James Patrick Muehlberger 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 James Patrick Muehlberger received?
James Patrick Muehlberger's notable recognition includes: AV Preeminent.

Education

J.D.
University of Kansas School of Law
- 1982
B.A.
University of Kansas
- 1978

Awards

AV Preeminent

Bar Admissions

Arizona
Admitted: 1982
U.S. Court of Appeals, Ninth Circuit
Admitted: 1982
Kansas
Admitted: 1994
Missouri
Admitted: 2000
U.S. District Court, Western District of Missouri and U.S. District Court, District of Kansas
Admitted: 2000
U.S. Court of Appeals, Eighth Circuit
Admitted: 2006

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