Atty. Michael L. Matula
Michael L. Matula is a lawyer practicing employment/labor, liability defense, insurance.
Employment & Labor & More Attorney · Serving Kansas City, MO · 30+ Years Experience
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About Michael L. Matula at a Glance
Michael L. Matula is a Shareholder based in Kansas City, Missouri, practicing at Ogletree, Deakins, Nash, Smoak & Stewart, P.C.. They have 30+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1996. Their practice focuses on employment and insurance. Admitted to practice in Missouri (1996) and Kansas U.S. District Court, Eastern District of Missouri U.S. District Court, Western District of Mi (1997). Educated at University of Kansas (J.D., 1996) and Claremont McKenna College (B.A., 1993). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Active member of Kansas Bar Association The Missouri Bar National Institute for Trial Advocacy Defense Research Institute. Serves clients in Kansas City, MO and the surrounding metropolitan area.
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About Michael L. Matula
- Michael L. Matula is a lawyer practicing employment/labor, liability defense, insurance
- Michael received a B.A. degree from Claremont McKenna College in 1993, and has been licensed for 30 years
- Michael practices at Ogletree, Deakins, Nash, Smoak & Stewart, P.C. in Kansas City, MO
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Michael L. Matula's Areas of Legal Practice
Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Michael L. Matula handles, with a practical overview of what that area of law involves and how it may apply to your situation in Kansas City.
Employment Law in Kansas City
Employment lawyers represent workers in wrongful termination, discrimination, harassment, wage & hour disputes, and severance negotiations.
Michael L. Matula is one of 167,770 employment attorneys indexed nationally. Browse employment attorneys in Missouri →
Insurance Law in Kansas City
Insurance attorneys for coverage disputes, bad faith claims, denied claims, and policy disputes.
Michael L. Matula is one of 120,903 insurance attorneys indexed nationally. Browse insurance 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 Michael L. Matula
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 Michael L. Matula's practice in the field of employment and insurance.
Decade-Tested Legal Experience
Michael L. Matula brings 30+ 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 and Kansas U.S. District Court, Eastern District of Missouri U.S. District Court, Western District of Mi, Michael L. Matula can represent clients in cases that span state lines or require counsel in multiple jurisdictions.
Broad Practice Area Coverage
Covering employment and insurance, Michael L. Matula 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 Michael L. Matula attends hearings in the same courthouses, knows the local clerks, and understands the unwritten scheduling norms that affect every case filed here.
Case Types
Common Legal Issues Michael L. Matula Handles in Kansas City
Below is a representative sample of the types of matters Michael L. Matula 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 Michael L. Matula directly to discuss the specifics of your situation.
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