Atty. Matthew John Donnelly

Atty. Matthew John Donnelly

Matthew John Donnelly is a lawyer practicing administrative and regulatory law, business and corporate law, civil litigation and 5 other areas of law. Matthew received a B.A. degree from West Virginia Wesleyan College in 2001, and has been licensed for 19 years.

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Profile Summary

About Matthew John Donnelly at a glance

Matthew John Donnelly is a Partner based in Lawrence, Kansas, practicing at Petefish, Immel, Hird, Johnson, Leibold & Sloan, LLP. They have 19+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 2007. Their practice focuses on trusts, probate, employment, business, and construction. Admitted to practice in Kansas (2007) and U.S. District Court of Kansas (2007). Educated at University of Kansas School of Law (J.D., 2007) and West Virginia Wesleyan College (B.A. Philosophy, 2001). Recognitions include Peer Reviewed. Active member of Kansas Bar Association. Serands clients in Lawrence, KS and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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About

  • Matthew John Donnelly is a lawyer practicing administrative and regulatory law, business and corporate law, civil litigation and 5 other areas of law
  • Matthew received a B.A. degree from West Virginia Wesleyan College in 2001, and has been licensed for 19 years
  • Matthew practices at Petefish, Immel, Hird, Johnson, Leibold & Sloan, LLP in Lawrence, KS

Practice Areas Explained

Matthew John Donnelly's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Matthew John Donnelly handles, with a brief overview of what that area of law covers.

Trusts

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Probate

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Employment Law

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Business & Corporate Law

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Construction Law

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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 Lawrence 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 Matthew John Donnelly

Where is Matthew John Donnelly's law office located?
Matthew John Donnelly's law practice is located in Lawrence, Kansas. The firm is Petefish, Immel, Hird, Johnson, Leibold & Sloan, LLP. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Matthew John Donnelly handle?
Matthew John Donnelly focuses on trusts, probate, employment, business, construction. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Kansas.
How long has Matthew John Donnelly practiced law?
Matthew John Donnelly has 19+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 2007.
Where did Matthew John Donnelly go to law school?
Matthew John Donnelly earned their education at (J.D., 2007); (B.A. Philosophy, 2001).
How can I contact Matthew John Donnelly for a consultation?
You can contact Matthew John Donnelly 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 Matthew John Donnelly received?
Matthew John Donnelly's notable recognition includes: Peer Reviewed.

Education

J.D.
University of Kansas School of Law
- 2007
B.A. Philosophy
West Virginia Wesleyan College
- 2001

Awards

Peer Reviewed

Bar Admissions

Kansas
Admitted: 2007
U.S. District Court of Kansas
Admitted: 2007

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