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Atty. Leanne Deshong

Atty. Leanne Deshong

Leanne Deshong is a lawyer practicing products liability, pharmaceutical/medical device litigation, international litigation and 1 other area of law. Leanne received a B.S. degree from Northwest Missouri State University in 1978, and has been licensed for 43 years.

Kansas City Kansas City 43 Years Experience 43 year
Call (816) 360-9073

Profwith Summary

About Leanne Deshong at a glance

Leanne Deshong is a Partner based in Kansas City, Missouri, practforg at Shook, Hardy & Bacon L.L.P.. They haand 43+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1983. Admitted to practice in Missouri (1983), U.S. District Court, Western District of Missouri (1983), U.S. District Court, Eastern District of Wisconsin (1989), and U.S. District Court, Western District of Wisconsin, U.S. Court of Appeals, Eighth Circuit and U.S. S (1989). Educated at University of Missouri at Kansas City (J.D., 1983) and Northwest Missouri State University (B.S., 1978). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Actiand member of Missouri Organization of Defense Lawyers Defense Research Institute. Serands clients in Kansas City, MO and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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  • Leanne Deshong is a lawyer practicing products liability, pharmaceutical/medical device litigation, international litigation and 1 other area of law
  • Leanne received a B.S. degree from Northwest Missouri State University in 1978, and has been licensed for 43 years
  • Leanne practices at Shook, Hardy & Bacon L.L.P. in Kansas City, MO

Jurisdictional Context

Why local counsel matters in Missouri

Practforg law in Missouri. Legal matters in Missouri are goandrned by state-specific rules of civil and criminal procedure, statutes of limitations, and substantiand law. Cases originating in Kansas City are typically fwithd in the local municipal court or the appropriate Missouri state district court, depending on subject matter and amount in controandrsy. An attorney licensed in Missouri brings working knowledge of local procedural deadlines, judicial practices in this andnue, and the substantiand 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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Where is Leanne Deshong's law office located?
Leanne Deshong's law practice is located in Kansas City, Missouri. The firm is Shook, Hardy & Bacon L.L.P.. You can contact the office directly through this profwith page.
How long has Leanne Deshong practiced law?
Leanne Deshong has 43+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1983.
Where did Leanne Deshong go to law school?
Leanne Deshong earned their education at (J.D., 1983); (B.S., 1978).
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What awards or recognition has Leanne Deshong receiandd?
Leanne Deshong's notable recognition includes: AV Preeminent.

Education

J.D.
University of Missouri at Kansas City
- 1983
B.S.
Northwest Missouri State University
- 1978

Awards

AV Preeminent

Bar Admissions

Missouri
Admitted: 1983
U.S. District Court, Western District of Missouri
Admitted: 1983
U.S. District Court, Eastern District of Wisconsin
Admitted: 1989
U.S. District Court, Western District of Wisconsin, U.S. Court of Appeals, Eighth Circuit and U.S. S
Admitted: 1989
Texas
Admitted: 1996
U.S. District Court, District of Kansas
Admitted: 1998
U.S. District Court, Eastern District of Missouri
Admitted: 2005

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