Atty. John Matthew Leavitt
John Matthew Leavitt is a native of Wichita, Kansas. He graduated from Andover High School in 2001 and attended the University of Kansas, earning undergraduate degrees in journalism and political science.
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John Matthew Leavitt is a Member based in Wichita, Kansas, practicing at Hulnick, Stang, Gering & Leavitt P.A.. They have 16+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 2010. Their practice focuses on dui/dwi and criminal defense. Admitted to practice in Kansas (2010). Educated at University of Kansas School of Law (J.D., 2009). Serands clients in Wichita, KS and the surrounding metropolitan area.
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- John Matthew Leavitt is a native of Wichita, Kansas
- He graduated from Andover High School in 2001 and attended the University of Kansas, earning undergraduate degrees in journalism and political science
- Mr. Leavitt earned his J.D. from the University of Kansas School of Law in 2009 and was admitted to practice in Kansas in April 2010
- Mr. Leavitt is an active member of the Wichita Bar Association, serving as President of its Young Lawyers Section in 2013-2014
- He is also a staff writer for the bar association’s monthly barometer publication
- Mr. Leavitt is also a member of the Kansas Bar Association, Kansas Association of Criminal Defense Lawyers, National Association of Criminal Defense Lawyers, and National College for DUI Defense
- Mr. Leavitt completed the National College for DUI Defense’s summer session curriculum, which meets at Harvard law school, in 2011
- Mr. Leavitt has lectured at continuing legal education seminars for both the Wichita Bar Association and the Kansas Association of Criminal Defense Lawyers
- He is also a member of the Wichita Crime Commission
- In his free time Mr. Leavitt enjoys reading, movies, music and all things related to the University of Kansas’ athletics programs
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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 Wichita 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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