Atty. Louis Jay Wade

Atty. Louis Jay Wade

Louis Jay Wade is a lawyer practicing debtor and creditor, collections, bankruptcy and 7 other areas of law. Louis received a B.A. degree from University of Iowa in 1976, and has been licensed for 46 years.

Overland Park Overland Park 46 yrs experience 46 year
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Profile Summary

About Louis Jay Wade at a glance

Louis Jay Wade is a Shareholder based in Overland Park, Kansas, practicing at McDowell, Rice, Smith & Buchanan A Professional Corporation. They have 46+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1980. Their practice focuses on business, bankruptcy, foreclosure, creditor rights, and litigation. Admitted to practice in Missouri (1980), U.S. District Court, Western District of Missouri (1980), U.S. Court of Appeals, Eighth Circuit (1981), and U.S. Court of Appeals, Tenth Circuit and U.S. Court of Appeals for the Federal Circuit (1982). Educated at University of Missouri-Kansas City (J.D., 1980) and University of Iowa (B.A., 1976). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Active member of Kansas City Metropolitan and Kansas Bar Associations The Missouri Bar Commercial Law League of America Member Attorney Program of the American Collectors Association International Association of Commercial Collectors National Institute for Trial Advocacy. Serands clients in Overland Park, KS and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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About

  • Louis Jay Wade is a lawyer practicing debtor and creditor, collections, bankruptcy and 7 other areas of law
  • Louis received a B.A. degree from University of Iowa in 1976, and has been licensed for 46 years
  • Louis practices at McDowell, Rice, Smith & Buchanan A Professional Corporation in Overland Park, KS

Practice Areas Explained

Louis Jay Wade's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Louis Jay Wade 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.

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Bankruptcy & Debt

A bankruptcy attorney can help you eliminate debt, stop creditor harassment, and protect your home through Chapter 7 or Chapter 13.

Louis Jay Wade is one of 105,321 bankruptcy attorneys indexed nationally. Browse bankruptcy attorneys in Kansas →

Foreclosure Defense

Louis Jay Wade is one of 14,193 foreclosure attorneys indexed nationally. Browse foreclosure attorneys in Kansas →

Creditor Rights & Collections

Louis Jay Wade is one of 42,948 creditor rights attorneys indexed nationally. Browse creditor rights attorneys in Kansas →

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 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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Frequently Asked

Common questions about Louis Jay Wade

Where is Louis Jay Wade's law office located?
Louis Jay Wade's law practice is located in Overland Park, Kansas. The firm is McDowell, Rice, Smith & Buchanan A Professional Corporation. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Louis Jay Wade handle?
Louis Jay Wade focuses on business, bankruptcy, foreclosure, creditor rights, litigation. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Kansas.
How long has Louis Jay Wade practiced law?
Louis Jay Wade has 46+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1980.
Where did Louis Jay Wade go to law school?
Louis Jay Wade earned their education at (J.D., 1980); (B.A., 1976).
How can I contact Louis Jay Wade for a consultation?
You can contact Louis Jay Wade 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 Louis Jay Wade received?
Louis Jay Wade's notable recognition includes: AV Preeminent.

Education

J.D.
University of Missouri-Kansas City
- 1980
B.A.
University of Iowa
- 1976

Awards

AV Preeminent

Bar Admissions

Missouri
Admitted: 1980
U.S. District Court, Western District of Missouri
Admitted: 1980
U.S. Court of Appeals, Eighth Circuit
Admitted: 1981
U.S. Court of Appeals, Tenth Circuit and U.S. Court of Appeals for the Federal Circuit
Admitted: 1982
U.S. Court of Appeals, District of Columbia Circuit
Admitted: 1983
Kansas
Admitted: 1987
U.S. Court of Appeals, Fifth Circuit
Admitted: 1989
U.S. Supreme Court
Admitted: 1990

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