Atty. Michael Thomas Jilka

Atty. Michael Thomas Jilka

Mr. Michael Thomas Jilka is a lawyer practicing medical malpractice defense, civil rights, general litigation and 10 other areas of law.

Lawrence Lawrence 38 yrs experience 38 year
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About Michael Thomas Jilka at a glance

Michael Thomas Jilka is a dui/dwi, trusts, probate, medical malpractice, and family law attorney based in Lawrence, Kansas. They have 38+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1988. Admitted to practice in Kansas (1988), U.S. District Court, District of Kansas (1988), and Missouri (1989). Educated at University of Kansas (J.D., 1988) and Fort Hays State University (B.A., 1985). Serands clients in Lawrence, KS and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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  • Mr. Michael Thomas Jilka is a lawyer practicing medical malpractice defense, civil rights, general litigation and 10 other areas of law
  • Michael received a B.A. degree from Fort Hays State University in 1985, and has been licensed for 38 years
  • Michael practices in Lawrence, KS

Practice Areas Explained

Michael Thomas Jilka's Areas of Practice

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

DUI / DWI Defense

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Trusts

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Probate

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Medical Malpractice

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Family 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 Michael Thomas Jilka

Where is Michael Thomas Jilka's law office located?
Michael Thomas Jilka's law practice is located in Lawrence, Kansas. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Michael Thomas Jilka handle?
Michael Thomas Jilka focuses on dui/dwi, trusts, probate, medical malpractice, family law. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Kansas.
How long has Michael Thomas Jilka practiced law?
Michael Thomas Jilka has 38+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1988.
Where did Michael Thomas Jilka go to law school?
Michael Thomas Jilka earned their education at (J.D., 1988); (B.A., 1985).
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Education

J.D.
University of Kansas
- 1988
B.A.
Fort Hays State University
- 1985

Bar Admissions

Kansas
Admitted: 1988
U.S. District Court, District of Kansas
Admitted: 1988
Missouri
Admitted: 1989

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