Atty. John Ruggles Gerdes

Atty. John Ruggles Gerdes

John Ruggles Gerdes is a lawyer practicing taxation law, business law, corporate law and 1 other area of law. John received a B.A. degree from Benedictine College in 1982, and has been licensed for 36 years.

Wichita Wichita 36 yrs experience 36 year
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About John Ruggles Gerdes at a glance

John Ruggles Gerdes is a Member based in Wichita, Kansas, practicing at Fleeson, Gooing, Coulson & Kitch, L.L.C.. They have 36+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1990. Their practice focuses on business and tax. Admitted to practice in Kansas (1990) and Missouri (1990). Educated at Washburn University of Topeka (J.D., 1989) and Benedictine College (B.A., 1982). Recognitions include BV Distinguished. Active member of Wichita and Kansas Bar Associations The Missouri Bar. Serands clients in Wichita, KS and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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  • John Ruggles Gerdes is a lawyer practicing taxation law, business law, corporate law and 1 other area of law
  • John received a B.A. degree from Benedictine College in 1982, and has been licensed for 36 years
  • John practices at Fleeson, Gooing, Coulson & Kitch, L.L.C. in Wichita, KS

Practice Areas Explained

John Ruggles Gerdes's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases John Ruggles Gerdes 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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Tax Law

Tax attorneys handle IRS audits, tax debt, international tax, estate planning, and tax court litigation.

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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 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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Common questions about John Ruggles Gerdes

Where is John Ruggles Gerdes's law office located?
John Ruggles Gerdes's law practice is located in Wichita, Kansas. The firm is Fleeson, Gooing, Coulson & Kitch, L.L.C.. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does John Ruggles Gerdes handle?
John Ruggles Gerdes focuses on business, tax. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Kansas.
How long has John Ruggles Gerdes practiced law?
John Ruggles Gerdes has 36+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1990.
Where did John Ruggles Gerdes go to law school?
John Ruggles Gerdes earned their education at (J.D., 1989); (B.A., 1982).
How can I contact John Ruggles Gerdes for a consultation?
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What awards or recognition has John Ruggles Gerdes received?
John Ruggles Gerdes's notable recognition includes: BV Distinguished.

Education

J.D.
Washburn University of Topeka
- 1989
B.A.
Benedictine College
- 1982

Awards

BV Distinguished

Bar Admissions

Kansas
Admitted: 1990
Missouri
Admitted: 1990

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