Business Litigation & More Attorney · Serving Kansas City, MO · 32+ Years Experience
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About Keith P. Ray at a Glance
Keith P. Ray is an Of Counsel based in Kansas City, Missouri, practicing at Lathrop Gage LLP. They have 32+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1994. Their practice focuses on business, ip, and litigation. Admitted to practice in Texas (1994) and Colorado U.S. Court of Appeals, Fifth, Eighth and Tenth Circuits U.S. District Court, District of Co (2000). Educated at Southern Methodist University School of Law (J.D., 1994) and Fort Lewis College (B.A., 1991). Active member of State Bar of Texas. Serves clients in Kansas City, MO and the surrounding metropolitan area.
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About Keith P. Ray
- Mr. Keith P. Ray is a lawyer practicing construction, intellectual property, business litigation
- Keith received a B.A. degree from Fort Lewis College in 1991, and has been licensed for 32 years
- Keith practices at Lathrop Gage LLP in Kansas City, MO and 1 other location
Practice Areas Explained
Keith P. Ray's Areas of Legal Practice
Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Keith P. Ray handles, with a practical overview of what that area of law involves and how it may apply to your situation in Kansas City.
Business & Corporate Law in Kansas City
Business attorneys advise founders and growing companies on entity formation, contracts, financing, M&A, and dispute resolution.
Keith P. Ray is one of 497,491 business attorneys indexed nationally. Browse business attorneys in Missouri →
Intellectual Property in Kansas City
IP attorneys protect inventions, brands, and creative work through patent prosecution, trademark registration, copyright, and trade-secret enforcement.
Keith P. Ray is one of 105,285 ip attorneys indexed nationally. Browse ip attorneys in Missouri →
Civil Litigation in Kansas City
Civil litigation attorneys for breach of contract, business disputes, civil rights, and class action lawsuits.
Keith P. Ray is one of 450,750 litigation attorneys indexed nationally. Browse litigation attorneys in Missouri →
Jurisdictional Context
Why Local Counsel Matters in Kansas City
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 venue, 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.
Kansas City Courts and Legal Process
Choosing a Kansas City-based attorney means your counsel already knows the local docketing timelines, preferred filing formats, and how individual judges typically rule on procedural motions — details that only come from practicing in this jurisdiction day after day. That local familiarity can translate to better strategy, faster filings, and fewer costly surprises.
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Professional Profile
Why Clients in Kansas City Choose Keith P. Ray
Selecting an attorney is one of the most consequential decisions you can make when a legal matter arises. Below are the core qualities that distinguish Keith P. Ray's practice in the field of business, ip, and litigation.
Decade-Tested Legal Experience
Keith P. Ray brings 32+ years of hands-on legal practice — enough to have navigated the recurring fact patterns, procedural traps, and negotiation dynamics that shape case outcomes.
Multi-State Bar Admission
Licensed in Texas and Colorado U.S. Court of Appeals, Fifth, Eighth and Tenth Circuits U.S. District Court, District of Co, Keith P. Ray can represent clients in cases that span state lines or require counsel in multiple jurisdictions.
Broad Practice Area Coverage
Covering business, ip, and litigation, Keith P. Ray can address the full spectrum of a client's legal needs without requiring referrals to separate specialists for each issue.
Local Presence in Kansas City
A Kansas City-based practice means Keith P. Ray attends hearings in the same courthouses, knows the local clerks, and understands the unwritten scheduling norms that affect every case filed here.
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Common Legal Issues Keith P. Ray Handles in Kansas City
Below is a representative sample of the types of matters Keith P. Ray has experience with under Missouri law. If your situation involves one of these case categories, this attorney may be well positioned to help you understand your options.
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