Atty. Karen Kessler Cain

Atty. Karen Kessler Cain

Karen Kessler Cain is a lawyer practicing labor and employment, commercial litigation. Karen received a B.A. degree from Avila College in 1986, and has been licensed for 31 years.

Kansas City Kansas City 31 yrs experience 31 year
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Profile Summary

About Karen Kessler Cain at a glance

Karen Kessler Cain is a Shareholder based in Kansas City, Missouri, practicing at Littler Mendelson P.C.. They have 31+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1995. Their practice focuses on employment, business, and litigation. Admitted to practice in Kansas (1995), Missouri (1996), and Ohio U.S. Court of Appeals, Eighth Circuit U.S. Court of Appeals, Tenth Circuit U.S. District Court, (1999). Educated at University of Kansas Law School (J.D., 1995) and Avila College (B.A., 1986). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Serands clients in Kansas City, MO and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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About

  • Karen Kessler Cain is a lawyer practicing labor and employment, commercial litigation
  • Karen received a B.A. degree from Avila College in 1986, and has been licensed for 31 years
  • Karen practices at Littler Mendelson P.C. in Kansas City, MO

Practice Areas Explained

Karen Kessler Cain's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Karen Kessler Cain handles, with a brief overview of what that area of law covers.

Employment Law

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

Karen Kessler Cain 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.

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Civil Litigation

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

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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 Karen Kessler Cain

Where is Karen Kessler Cain's law office located?
Karen Kessler Cain's law practice is located in Kansas City, Missouri. The firm is Littler Mendelson P.C.. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Karen Kessler Cain handle?
Karen Kessler Cain focuses on employment, business, litigation. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Missouri.
How long has Karen Kessler Cain practiced law?
Karen Kessler Cain has 31+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1995.
Where did Karen Kessler Cain go to law school?
Karen Kessler Cain earned their education at (J.D., 1995); (B.A., 1986).
How can I contact Karen Kessler Cain for a consultation?
You can contact Karen Kessler Cain 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 Karen Kessler Cain received?
Karen Kessler Cain's notable recognition includes: AV Preeminent.

Education

J.D.
University of Kansas Law School
- 1995
B.A.
Avila College
- 1986

Awards

AV Preeminent

Bar Admissions

Kansas
Admitted: 1995
Missouri
Admitted: 1996
Ohio U.S. Court of Appeals, Eighth Circuit U.S. Court of Appeals, Tenth Circuit U.S. District Court,
Admitted: 1999

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