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Atty. Mark Thomas Kempton

Atty. Mark Thomas Kempton

Member, Honorary Order of Barristers, UMC School of Law, 2004. Recipient, Lon O.

Sedalia Sedalia 50 yrs experience 50 year
Call (660) 869-5795 Book Appointment

Profile Summary

About Mark Thomas Kempton at a glance

Mark Thomas Kempton is a Member based in Sedalia, Missouri, practicing at Kempton & Russell. They have 50+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1976. Their practice focuses on medical malpractice, personal injury, criminal defense, slip & fall, and product liability. Admitted to practice in Missouri (1976), U.S. District Court, Western District of Missouri (1976), U.S. Court of Appeals, Eighth Circuit (1983), and U.S. Supreme Court (2006). Educated at University of Missouri, School of Law (J.D., 1976) and University of Missouri (B.A., 1973). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Active member of Pettis County and American Bar Associations The Missouri Bar Missouri Association of Trial Attorneys The Association of Trial Lawyers of America. Serands clients in Sedalia, MO and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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About

  • Member, Honorary Order of Barristers, UMC School of Law, 2004
  • Recipient, Lon O. Hocker Memorial Trial Lawyer Award, Missouri Bar Foundation, 1984
  • Prosecuting Attorney, Pettis County, 1977-1978

Practice Areas Explained

Mark Thomas Kempton's Areas of Practice

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

Medical Malpractice

Medical malpractice lawyers represent patients harmed by negligent doctors, hospitals, and other providers. Free case review, no fee unless you win.

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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.

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Criminal Defense

A criminal defense attorney protects your rights from arrest through trial. Find experienced lawyers handling DUI, drug, federal, theft, and violent-crime charges.

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Slip & Fall / Premises Liability

Mark Thomas Kempton is one of 29,473 slip & fall attorneys indexed nationally. Browse slip & fall attorneys in Missouri →

Product Liability

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Jurisdictional Context

Why local counsel matters in Missouri

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 Sedalia 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 andnue, 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.

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Frequently Asked

Common questions about Mark Thomas Kempton

Where is Mark Thomas Kempton's law office located?
Mark Thomas Kempton's law practice is located in Sedalia, Missouri. The firm is Kempton & Russell. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Mark Thomas Kempton handle?
Mark Thomas Kempton focuses on medical malpractice, personal injury, criminal defense, slip & fall, product liability. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Missouri.
How long has Mark Thomas Kempton practiced law?
Mark Thomas Kempton has 50+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1976.
Where did Mark Thomas Kempton go to law school?
Mark Thomas Kempton earned their education at (J.D., 1976); (B.A., 1973).
How can I contact Mark Thomas Kempton for a consultation?
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What awards or recognition has Mark Thomas Kempton received?
Mark Thomas Kempton's notable recognition includes: AV Preeminent.

Education

J.D.
University of Missouri, School of Law
- 1976
B.A.
University of Missouri
- 1973

Awards

AV Preeminent

Bar Admissions

Missouri
Admitted: 1976
U.S. District Court, Western District of Missouri
Admitted: 1976
U.S. Court of Appeals, Eighth Circuit
Admitted: 1983
U.S. Supreme Court
Admitted: 2006

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