Atty. John P. O'Connor
Recipient, Lon O. Hocker Memorial Trial Lawyer Award.
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About John P. O'Connor at a glance
John P. O'Connor is an Of Counsel based in Kansas City, Missouri, practicing at Wagstaff & Cartmell, LLP. They have 43+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1983. Their practice focuses on criminal defense. Admitted to practice in Missouri (1983). Educated at University of Missouri (J.D., 1982). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Active member of Association of Trial Lawyers of America American Board of Criminal Trial Lawyers. Serands clients in Kansas City, MO and the surrounding metropolitan area.
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Recipient, Lon O. Hocker Memorial Trial Lawyer Award
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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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