Atty. Lawrence Charles Gates

Atty. Lawrence Charles Gates

Lawrence Charles Gates is a lawyer practicing public finance, civil trial practice, real estate law and 2 other areas of law. Lawrence received a B.A. degree from University of Kansas in 1972, and has been licensed for 52 years.

Overland Park Overland Park 52 yrs experience 52 year
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About Lawrence Charles Gates at a glance

Lawrence Charles Gates is a Member based in Overland Park, Kansas, practicing at Gates, Shields & Ferguson, P.A.. They have 52+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1974. Their practice focuses on business, real estate, litigation, and government. Admitted to practice in Kansas (1974) and U.S. District Court, District of Kansas and U.S. Supreme Court (1974). Educated at University of Kansas (J.D., 1974) and University of Kansas (B.A., 1972). Recognitions include BV Distinguished. Active member of Johnson County, Kansas and American Bar Associations Kansas Trial Lawyers Association (Member, Board of Governors, 1983—) The Association of Trial Lawyers of America. Serands clients in Overland Park, KS and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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  • Lawrence Charles Gates is a lawyer practicing public finance, civil trial practice, real estate law and 2 other areas of law
  • Lawrence received a B.A. degree from University of Kansas in 1972, and has been licensed for 52 years
  • Lawrence practices at Gates, Shields & Ferguson, P.A. in Overland Park, KS

Practice Areas Explained

Lawrence Charles Gates's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Lawrence Charles Gates 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.

Lawrence Charles Gates is one of 501,317 business attorneys indexed nationally. Browse business attorneys in Kansas →

Real Estate Law

Real estate attorneys handle home purchases, sales, commercial transactions, title disputes, and landlord-tenant matters.

Lawrence Charles Gates is one of 316,149 real estate attorneys indexed nationally. Browse real estate attorneys in Kansas →

Civil Litigation

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

Lawrence Charles Gates is one of 454,532 litigation attorneys indexed nationally. Browse litigation attorneys in Kansas →

Government & Administrative Law

Attorneys for administrative law, agency hearings, government contracts, licensing, and public benefits.

Lawrence Charles Gates is one of 132,225 government attorneys indexed nationally. Browse government attorneys in Kansas →

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 Overland Park 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 Lawrence Charles Gates

Where is Lawrence Charles Gates's law office located?
Lawrence Charles Gates's law practice is located in Overland Park, Kansas. The firm is Gates, Shields & Ferguson, P.A.. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Lawrence Charles Gates handle?
Lawrence Charles Gates focuses on business, real estate, litigation, government. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Kansas.
How long has Lawrence Charles Gates practiced law?
Lawrence Charles Gates has 52+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1974.
Where did Lawrence Charles Gates go to law school?
Lawrence Charles Gates earned their education at (J.D., 1974); (B.A., 1972).
How can I contact Lawrence Charles Gates for a consultation?
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What awards or recognition has Lawrence Charles Gates received?
Lawrence Charles Gates's notable recognition includes: BV Distinguished.

Education

J.D.
University of Kansas
- 1974
B.A.
University of Kansas
- 1972

Awards

BV Distinguished

Bar Admissions

Kansas
Admitted: 1974
U.S. District Court, District of Kansas and U.S. Supreme Court
Admitted: 1974

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