Atty. Michael Steven Cargnel

Atty. Michael Steven Cargnel

Mr. Michael Steven Cargnel is a lawyer practicing business litigation, employment litigation.

Kansas City Kansas City 26 yrs experience 26 year
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Profile Summary

About Michael Steven Cargnel at a glance

Michael Steven Cargnel is a Partner based in Kansas City, Missouri, practicing at Shook, Hardy & Bacon L.L.P.. They have 26+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 2000. Their practice focuses on employment, business, and litigation. Admitted to practice in Kansas (2000), Missouri (2001), U.S. Court of Appeals, Tenth Circuit (2001), and U.S. District Court, Eastern District of Wisconsin (2005). Educated at Washburn University of Topeka School of Law (J.D., 2000) and Evangel University (B.S., 1996). Recognitions include Peer Reviewed. Active member of Kansas Association of Defense Counsel Defense Research Institute. Serands clients in Kansas City, MO and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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About

  • Mr. Michael Steven Cargnel is a lawyer practicing business litigation, employment litigation
  • Michael received a B.S. degree from Evangel University in 1996, and has been licensed for 26 years
  • Michael practices at Shook, Hardy & Bacon L.L.P. in Kansas City, MO

Practice Areas Explained

Michael Steven Cargnel's Areas of Practice

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

Employment Law

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

Michael Steven Cargnel is one of 169,120 employment attorneys indexed nationally. Browse employment attorneys in Missouri →

Business & Corporate Law

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

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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 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 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 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 Michael Steven Cargnel

Where is Michael Steven Cargnel's law office located?
Michael Steven Cargnel's law practice is located in Kansas City, Missouri. The firm is Shook, Hardy & Bacon L.L.P.. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Michael Steven Cargnel handle?
Michael Steven Cargnel focuses on employment, business, litigation. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Missouri.
How long has Michael Steven Cargnel practiced law?
Michael Steven Cargnel has 26+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 2000.
Where did Michael Steven Cargnel go to law school?
Michael Steven Cargnel earned their education at (J.D., 2000); (B.S., 1996).
How can I contact Michael Steven Cargnel for a consultation?
You can contact Michael Steven Cargnel 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 Steven Cargnel received?
Michael Steven Cargnel's notable recognition includes: Peer Reviewed.

Education

J.D.
Washburn University of Topeka School of Law
- 2000
B.S.
Evangel University
- 1996

Awards

Peer Reviewed

Bar Admissions

Kansas
Admitted: 2000
Missouri
Admitted: 2001
U.S. Court of Appeals, Tenth Circuit
Admitted: 2001
U.S. District Court, Eastern District of Wisconsin
Admitted: 2005
U.S. District Court, Western District of Missouri and District of Kansas
Admitted: 2007
U.S. District Court, Western District of Michigan
Admitted: 2008

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