Atty. James T. Yoakum

Atty. James T. Yoakum

James T. Yoakum is a lawyer practicing construction & development, agriculture, criminal defense and 2 other areas of law.

Kansas City Kansas City 30 yrs experience 30 year
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About James T. Yoakum at a glance

James T. Yoakum is a criminal defense, juvenile, and litigation attorney based in Kansas City, Kansas. They have 30+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1996. Admitted to practice in Kansas (1996) and U.S. District Court, District of Kansas (1997). Educated at Washburn University of Topeka (J.D., 1996) and Kansas State University (B.A., 1989). Serands clients in Kansas City, KS and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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  • James T. Yoakum is a lawyer practicing construction & development, agriculture, criminal defense and 2 other areas of law
  • James received a B.A. degree from Kansas State University in 1989, and has been licensed for 30 years
  • James practices in Kansas City, KS

Practice Areas Explained

James T. Yoakum's Areas of Practice

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

Criminal Defense

A criminal defense attorney protects your rights from arrest through trial. Find experienced lawyers handling DUI, drug, federal, theft, and violent-crime charges.

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Juvenile Law

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Civil Litigation

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

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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 Kansas City 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 T. Yoakum

Where is James T. Yoakum's law office located?
James T. Yoakum's law practice is located in Kansas City, Kansas. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does James T. Yoakum handle?
James T. Yoakum focuses on criminal defense, juvenile, litigation. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Kansas.
How long has James T. Yoakum practiced law?
James T. Yoakum has 30+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1996.
Where did James T. Yoakum go to law school?
James T. Yoakum earned their education at (J.D., 1996); (B.A., 1989).
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Education

J.D.
Washburn University of Topeka
- 1996
B.A.
Kansas State University
- 1989

Bar Admissions

Kansas
Admitted: 1996
U.S. District Court, District of Kansas
Admitted: 1997

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