Atty. Joseph Leroy Johnson

Atty. Joseph Leroy Johnson

Joseph Leroy Johnson is a lawyer practicing intellectual property, environmental, environmental litigation and 1 other area of law. Joseph received a B.A. degree from Drury College in 1989, and has been licensed for 67 years.

Kansas City Kansas City 67 yrs experience 67 year
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About Joseph Leroy Johnson at a glance

Joseph Leroy Johnson is a Partner based in Kansas City, Missouri, practicing at Lathrop Gage LLP. They have 67+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1959. Their practice focuses on personal injury, ip, litigation, and environmental. Admitted to practice in Maryland (1959) and Missouri U.S. District Court, Western District of Missouri registered to practice before U.S. Patent (1994). Educated at University of Tulsa College of Law (J.D., 1994) and Drury College (B.A., 1989). Recognitions include BV Distinguished. Serands clients in Kansas City, MO and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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About

  • Joseph Leroy Johnson is a lawyer practicing intellectual property, environmental, environmental litigation and 1 other area of law
  • Joseph received a B.A. degree from Drury College in 1989, and has been licensed for 67 years
  • Joseph practices at Lathrop Gage LLP in Kansas City, MO and 1 other location

Practice Areas Explained

Joseph Leroy Johnson's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Joseph Leroy Johnson handles, with a brief overview of what that area of law covers.

Personal Injury

Personal injury attorneys help accident victims recover compensation for medical bills, lost wages, and pain & suffering. Most work on contingency — no fee unless you win.

Joseph Leroy Johnson is one of 264,852 personal injury attorneys indexed nationally. Browse personal injury attorneys in Missouri →

Intellectual Property

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

Joseph Leroy Johnson is one of 106,079 ip attorneys indexed nationally. Browse ip attorneys in Missouri →

Civil Litigation

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

Joseph Leroy Johnson is one of 454,532 litigation attorneys indexed nationally. Browse litigation attorneys in Missouri →

Environmental Law

Environmental attorneys for regulatory compliance, contamination, land use, and natural resource law.

Joseph Leroy Johnson is one of 56,434 environmental attorneys indexed nationally. Browse environmental attorneys in Missouri →

Jurisdictional Context

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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Frequently Asked

Common questions about Joseph Leroy Johnson

Where is Joseph Leroy Johnson's law office located?
Joseph Leroy Johnson's law practice is located in Kansas City, Missouri. The firm is Lathrop Gage LLP. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Joseph Leroy Johnson handle?
Joseph Leroy Johnson focuses on personal injury, ip, litigation, environmental. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Missouri.
How long has Joseph Leroy Johnson practiced law?
Joseph Leroy Johnson has 67+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1959.
Where did Joseph Leroy Johnson go to law school?
Joseph Leroy Johnson earned their education at (J.D., 1994); (B.A., 1989).
How can I contact Joseph Leroy Johnson for a consultation?
You can contact Joseph Leroy Johnson 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 Joseph Leroy Johnson received?
Joseph Leroy Johnson's notable recognition includes: BV Distinguished.

Education

J.D.
University of Tulsa College of Law
- 1994
B.A.
Drury College
- 1989

Awards

BV Distinguished

Bar Admissions

Maryland
Admitted: 1959
Missouri U.S. District Court, Western District of Missouri registered to practice before U.S. Patent
Admitted: 1994

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