Atty. Michael Joseph Gorman

Atty. Michael Joseph Gorman

Michael Joseph Gorman is a lawyer practicing commercial litigation, commercial collections, antitrust and 12 other areas of law. Michael received a B.S.B.A. degree from Rockhurst College in 1983, and has been licensed for 40 years.

Overland Park Overland Park 40 yrs experience 40 year
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Profile Summary

About Michael Joseph Gorman at a glance

Michael Joseph Gorman is a Shareholder based in Overland Park, Kansas, practicing at McDowell, Rice, Smith & Buchanan A Professional Corporation. They have 40+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1986. Their practice focuses on contracts, trusts, employment, business, and bankruptcy. Admitted to practice in Missouri (1986), U.S. District Court, Western District of Missouri (1986), Michigan (1997), and U.S. District Court, District of Kansas (1998). Educated at University of Missouri at Kansas City (J.D., 1986) and Rockhurst College (B.S.B.A., 1983). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Active member of Kansas City Metropolitan and American (Member, Franchise Forum) Bar Associations The Missouri Bar State Bar of Michigan. Serands clients in Overland Park, KS and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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About

  • Michael Joseph Gorman is a lawyer practicing commercial litigation, commercial collections, antitrust and 12 other areas of law
  • Michael received a B.S.B.A. degree from Rockhurst College in 1983, and has been licensed for 40 years
  • Michael practices at McDowell, Rice, Smith & Buchanan A Professional Corporation in Overland Park, KS

Practice Areas Explained

Michael Joseph Gorman's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Michael Joseph Gorman handles, with a brief overview of what that area of law covers.

Contracts

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Trusts

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Employment Law

Employment lawyers represent workers in wrongful termination, discrimination, harassment, wage & hour disputes, and severance negotiations.

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Business & Corporate Law

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Bankruptcy & Debt

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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 Michael Joseph Gorman

Where is Michael Joseph Gorman's law office located?
Michael Joseph Gorman'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 Michael Joseph Gorman handle?
Michael Joseph Gorman focuses on contracts, trusts, employment, business, bankruptcy. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Kansas.
How long has Michael Joseph Gorman practiced law?
Michael Joseph Gorman has 40+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1986.
Where did Michael Joseph Gorman go to law school?
Michael Joseph Gorman earned their education at (J.D., 1986); (B.S.B.A., 1983).
How can I contact Michael Joseph Gorman for a consultation?
You can contact Michael Joseph Gorman 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 Michael Joseph Gorman received?
Michael Joseph Gorman's notable recognition includes: AV Preeminent.

Education

J.D.
University of Missouri at Kansas City
- 1986
B.S.B.A.
Rockhurst College
- 1983

Awards

AV Preeminent

Bar Admissions

Missouri
Admitted: 1986
U.S. District Court, Western District of Missouri
Admitted: 1986
Michigan
Admitted: 1997
U.S. District Court, District of Kansas
Admitted: 1998
U.S. Court of Appeals, Tenth Circuit
Admitted: 1999
U.S. District Court, Northern District of Texas
Admitted: 2001
U.S. Court of Appeals, Sixth Circuit
Admitted: 2003

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