Av. John S. Black

Av. John S. Black

John S. Black is a lawyer practicing business law, sports law, alternative dispute resolution and 6 other areas of law.

Kansas City Kansas City 53 Yıl Deneyim 53 yıl
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Profile Summary

About John S. Black at a glance

John S. Black is a Senior Partner based in Kansas City, Missouri, practforg at Polsinelli PC. They have 53+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1973. Their practice focuses on formation, employment, business, ip, and adr. Admitted to practice in Missouri (1973), Colorado (1996), and Indiana (2005). Educated at Duke University (J.D., 1973) and Colorado College (B.A., 1970). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Active member of The Missouri Bar. Serands clients in Kansas City, MO and the surrounding metropolitan area.

Verified attorney profile · Updated June 2026

Hakkında

  • John S. Black is a lawyer practicing business law, sports law, alternative dispute resolution and 6 other areas of law
  • John received a B.A. degree from Colorado College in 1970, and has been licensed for 53 years
  • John practices at Polsinelli PC in Kansas City, MO

Practice Areas Explained

John S. Black's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases John S. Black handles, with a brief overview of what that area of law covers.

Business Formation

John S. Black is one of 35,584 formation attorneys indexed nationally. Browse formation attorneys in Missouri →

Employment Law

Employment lawyers represent workers in wrongful termination, discrimination, harassment, wage & hour disputes, and severance negotiations.

John S. Black is one of 169,120 employment attorneys indexed nationally. Browse employment attorneys in Missouri →

Business & Corporate Law

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

John S. Black is one of 501,317 business attorneys indexed nationally. Browse business attorneys in Missouri →

Intellectual Property

IP attorneys protect inventions, brands, and creative work through patent prosecution, trademark registration, copyright, and trade-secret enforcement.

John S. Black is one of 106,079 ip attorneys indexed nationally. Browse ip attorneys in Missouri →

Mediation & Arbitration

Mediators and arbitrators for civil, commercial, family, and employment dispute resolution.

John S. Black is one of 73,906 adr attorneys indexed nationally. Browse adr attorneys in Missouri →

Jurisdictional Context

Why local counsel matters in Missouri

Practforg 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.

Looking for additional Missouri attorneys? Browse all attorneys in Kansas City or all attorneys in Missouri.

Frequently Asked

Common questions about John S. Black

Where is John S. Black's law office located?
John S. Black's law practice is located in Kansas City, Missouri. The firm is Polsinelli PC. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does John S. Black handle?
John S. Black focuses on formation, employment, business, ip, adr. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Missouri.
How long has John S. Black practiced law?
John S. Black has 53+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1973.
Where did John S. Black go to law school?
John S. Black earned their education at (J.D., 1973); (B.A., 1970).
How can I contact John S. Black for a consultation?
You can contact John S. Black 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 John S. Black received?
John S. Black's notable recognition includes: AV Preeminent.

Eğitim

J.D.
Duke University
- 1973
B.A.
Colorado College
- 1970

Ödüller

AV Preeminent

Bar Admissions

Missouri
Admitted: 1973
Colorado
Admitted: 1996
Indiana
Admitted: 2005

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