Atty. Mark Christopher Tatum
Mark Christopher Tatum is a lawyer practicing litigation, commercial, mediation. Mark received a B.A. degree from University of Missouri at Kansas City in 1994, and has been licensed for 28 years.
Commercial & More Attorney · Serving Kansas City, MO · 28+ Years Experience
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About Mark Christopher Tatum at a Glance
Mark Christopher Tatum is a Partner based in Kansas City, Missouri, practicing at Shook, Hardy & Bacon L.L.P.. They have 28+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1998. Their practice focuses on business, litigation, and adr. Admitted to practice in Missouri (1998), U.S. District Court, Western District of Missouri (1998), Kansas (1999), and U.S. District Court, Eastern District of Wisconsin (2000). Educated at Southern Methodist University School of Law (J.D., 1998) and University of Missouri at Kansas City (B.A., 1994). Recognitions include Peer Reviewed. Serves clients in Kansas City, MO and the surrounding metropolitan area.
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About Mark Christopher Tatum
- Mark Christopher Tatum is a lawyer practicing litigation, commercial, mediation
- Mark received a B.A. degree from University of Missouri at Kansas City in 1994, and has been licensed for 28 years
- Mark practices at Shook, Hardy & Bacon L.L.P. in Kansas City, MO
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Mark Christopher Tatum's Areas of Legal Practice
Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Mark Christopher Tatum 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.
Mark Christopher Tatum is one of 497,491 business attorneys indexed nationally. Browse business attorneys in Missouri →
Civil Litigation in Kansas City
Civil litigation attorneys for breach of contract, business disputes, civil rights, and class action lawsuits.
Mark Christopher Tatum is one of 450,750 litigation attorneys indexed nationally. Browse litigation attorneys in Missouri →
Mediation & Arbitration in Kansas City
Mediators and arbitrators for civil, commercial, family, and employment dispute resolution.
Mark Christopher Tatum is one of 73,315 adr attorneys indexed nationally. Browse adr 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 Mark Christopher Tatum
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 Mark Christopher Tatum's practice in the field of business, litigation, and adr.
Decade-Tested Legal Experience
Mark Christopher Tatum brings 28+ 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 Missouri, U.S. District Court, Western District of Missouri, and Kansas, Mark Christopher Tatum can represent clients in cases that span state lines or require counsel in multiple jurisdictions.
Broad Practice Area Coverage
Covering business, litigation, and adr, Mark Christopher Tatum 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 Mark Christopher Tatum 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 Mark Christopher Tatum Handles in Kansas City
Below is a representative sample of the types of matters Mark Christopher Tatum 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.
This list is illustrative, not exhaustive. Contact Mark Christopher Tatum directly to discuss the specifics of your situation.
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