Atty. Michael Patrick Gaughan

Atty. Michael Patrick Gaughan

Michael Patrick Gaughan is a lawyer practicing bankruptcy, commercial litigation, collections. Michael received a B.B.A. degree from University of Missouri at Kansas City in 1980, and has been licensed for 43 years.

Overland Park Overland Park 43 yrs experience 43 year
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Profile Summary

About Michael Patrick Gaughan at a glance

Michael Patrick Gaughan is an Attorney based in Overland Park, Kansas, practicing at Lewis Rice LLC. They have 43+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1983. Their practice focuses on business, bankruptcy, creditor rights, and litigation. Admitted to practice in Missouri (1983), U.S. District Court, Western District of Missouri (1983), U.S. Supreme Court (1997), and U.S. District Court, District of Kansas (1998). Educated at University of Missouri at Kansas City (J.D., 1983) and University of Missouri at Kansas City (B.B.A., 1980). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Active member of Kansas City Metropolitan Bar Association The Missouri Bar American Bankruptcy Institute. Serands clients in Overland Park, KS and the surrounding metropolitan area.

Verified attorney profile · Updated June 2026

About

  • Michael Patrick Gaughan is a lawyer practicing bankruptcy, commercial litigation, collections
  • Michael received a B.B.A. degree from University of Missouri at Kansas City in 1980, and has been licensed for 43 years
  • Michael practices at Lewis Rice LLC in Overland Park, KS

Practice Areas Explained

Michael Patrick Gaughan's Areas of Practice

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

Business & Corporate Law

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

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Bankruptcy & Debt

A bankruptcy attorney can help you eliminate debt, stop creditor harassment, and protect your home through Chapter 7 or Chapter 13.

Michael Patrick Gaughan is one of 105,321 bankruptcy attorneys indexed nationally. Browse bankruptcy attorneys in Kansas →

Creditor Rights & Collections

Michael Patrick Gaughan is one of 42,948 creditor rights attorneys indexed nationally. Browse creditor rights attorneys in Kansas →

Civil Litigation

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

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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 Patrick Gaughan

Where is Michael Patrick Gaughan's law office located?
Michael Patrick Gaughan's law practice is located in Overland Park, Kansas. The firm is Lewis Rice LLC. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Michael Patrick Gaughan handle?
Michael Patrick Gaughan focuses on business, bankruptcy, creditor rights, litigation. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Kansas.
How long has Michael Patrick Gaughan practiced law?
Michael Patrick Gaughan has 43+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1983.
Where did Michael Patrick Gaughan go to law school?
Michael Patrick Gaughan earned their education at (J.D., 1983); (B.B.A., 1980).
How can I contact Michael Patrick Gaughan for a consultation?
You can contact Michael Patrick Gaughan 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 Patrick Gaughan received?
Michael Patrick Gaughan's notable recognition includes: AV Preeminent.

Education

J.D.
University of Missouri at Kansas City
- 1983
B.B.A.
University of Missouri at Kansas City
- 1980

Awards

AV Preeminent

Bar Admissions

Missouri
Admitted: 1983
U.S. District Court, Western District of Missouri
Admitted: 1983
U.S. Supreme Court
Admitted: 1997
U.S. District Court, District of Kansas
Admitted: 1998
U.S. District Court, Eastern District of Missouri
Admitted: 1999
Kansas
Admitted: 2016

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