Atty. Mark S. Gunnison

Atty. Mark S. Gunnison

Mark S. Gunnison is a principal in the firm.

Overland Park Overland Park 45 yrs experience 45 year
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Profile Summary

About Mark S. Gunnison at a glance

Mark S. Gunnison is a Principal based in Overland Park, Kansas, practicing at Payne & Jones, Chartered. They have 45+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1981. Their practice focuses on personal injury, business, workers comp, litigation, and adr. Admitted to practice in Kansas (1981), U.S. District Court, District of Kansas (1981), U.S. Court of Appeals, Tenth Circuit (1984), and U.S. Court of Appeals, Eighth Circuit (1993). Educated at University of Kansas (J.D., 1981) and University of Kansas (B.A., 1978). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Serands clients in Overland Park, KS and the surrounding metropolitan area.

Verified attorney profile · Updated June 2026

About

  • Mark S. Gunnison is a principal in the firm
  • He has been practicing law since 1981 primarily in all phases of litigation involving commercial, employment, banking, personal injury and workers compensation law
  • Mark has represented clients through all phases of litigation involving a jury and court trials on both the state and federal levels in Kansas and Missouri, and has argued cases before the appellate courts in Missouri and Kansas as well as in the Eighth Circuit and Tenth Circuit Court of Appeals on the federal level
  • Mark attended the University of Kansas, obtaining his undergraduate degree in 1978 and his Juris Doctorate in 1981
  • Mark is admitted to practice before the state courts in Kansas, the Federal District Court in Kansas, the Tenth Circuit Court of Appeals and the Eighth Circuit Court of Appeals
  • He has also litigated in various state and federal courts around the country on a visiting basis
  • Mark is a member of the Johnson County, Kansas and American Bar Associations, the Kansas Trial Lawyers Association and the Association of Trial Lawyers of America
  • Mr. Gunnison is a certified civil mediator having received his certification from the Kansas Supreme Court
  • He has participated in scores of mediations in his practice in a variety of cases
  • He is excited to offer his services as a certified mediator and bring his 36 plus years of experience in the litigation arena to help others find ways to resolve cases
  • He is available for mediation and arbitration in civil matters, including those involving personal injury, business litigation, construction litigation, employment discrimination and related litigation, and worker’s compensation
  • Additionally, Mr. Gunnison is able to host mediations at Payne & Jones’ recently refurbished mediation center on the first floor of its offices
  • This mediation center can accommodate large or small groups with large conference rooms and multiple break-out rooms and up to date technological needs
  • Associations / Memberships • Johnson County Bar Association • Wyandotte County Bar Association • Kansas Bar Association • Kansas Trial Lawyers • Association of Trial Lawyers of America

Practice Areas Explained

Mark S. Gunnison's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Mark S. Gunnison handles, with a brief overview of what that area of law covers.

Personal Injury

Personal injury attorneys help accident victims recover compensation for medical bills, lost wages, and pain & suffering. Most work on contingency — no fee unless you win.

Mark S. Gunnison is one of 264,852 personal injury attorneys indexed nationally. Browse personal injury attorneys in Kansas →

Business & Corporate Law

Business attorneys advise founders and growing companies on entity formation, contracts, financing, M&A, and dispute resolution.

Mark S. Gunnison is one of 501,317 business attorneys indexed nationally. Browse business attorneys in Kansas →

Workers Compensation

Workers compensation lawyers help injured workers get medical care, lost wages, and disability benefits. Free consult, no fee unless you win.

Mark S. Gunnison is one of 55,389 workers comp attorneys indexed nationally. Browse workers comp attorneys in Kansas →

Civil Litigation

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

Mark S. Gunnison is one of 454,532 litigation attorneys indexed nationally. Browse litigation attorneys in Kansas →

Mediation & Arbitration

Mediators and arbitrators for civil, commercial, family, and employment dispute resolution.

Mark S. Gunnison is one of 73,906 adr attorneys indexed nationally. Browse adr 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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Frequently Asked

Common questions about Mark S. Gunnison

Where is Mark S. Gunnison's law office located?
Mark S. Gunnison's law practice is located in Overland Park, Kansas. The firm is Payne & Jones, Chartered. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Mark S. Gunnison handle?
Mark S. Gunnison focuses on personal injury, business, workers comp, litigation, adr. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Kansas.
How long has Mark S. Gunnison practiced law?
Mark S. Gunnison has 45+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1981.
Where did Mark S. Gunnison go to law school?
Mark S. Gunnison earned their education at (J.D., 1981); (B.A., 1978).
How can I contact Mark S. Gunnison for a consultation?
You can contact Mark S. Gunnison 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 Mark S. Gunnison received?
Mark S. Gunnison's notable recognition includes: AV Preeminent.

Education

J.D.
University of Kansas
- 1981
B.A.
University of Kansas
- 1978

Awards

AV Preeminent

Bar Admissions

Kansas
Admitted: 1981
U.S. District Court, District of Kansas
Admitted: 1981
U.S. Court of Appeals, Tenth Circuit
Admitted: 1984
U.S. Court of Appeals, Eighth Circuit
Admitted: 1993

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