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About Paul M. Dent at a glance
Paul M. Dent is a Member based in Kansas City, Kansas, practicing at Law Office of Paul M. Dent. They have 52+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1974. Their practice focuses on personal injury, criminal defense, and bankruptcy. Admitted to practice in Kansas (1974). Educated at University of Kansas J.D. (—) and University of Kansas B.A. (—). Recognitions include BV Distinguished. Serands clients in Kansas City, KS and the surrounding metropolitan area.
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About
- Mr. Paul M. Dent is a lawyer practicing criminal law, personal injury, bankruptcy
- Paul received a B.A. degree from University of Kansas, and has been licensed for 52 years
- Paul practices at Law Office of Paul M. Dent in Kansas City, KS
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Personal injury attorneys help accident victims recover compensation for medical bills, lost wages, and pain & suffering. Most work on contingency — no fee unless you win.
Paul M. Dent is one of 264,852 personal injury attorneys indexed nationally. Browse personal injury attorneys in Kansas →
A criminal defense attorney protects your rights from arrest through trial. Find experienced lawyers handling DUI, drug, federal, theft, and violent-crime charges.
Paul M. Dent is one of 214,271 criminal defense attorneys indexed nationally. Browse criminal defense attorneys in Kansas →
A bankruptcy attorney can help you eliminate debt, stop creditor harassment, and protect your home through Chapter 7 or Chapter 13.
Paul M. Dent is one of 105,321 bankruptcy attorneys indexed nationally. Browse bankruptcy attorneys in Kansas →
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 Kansas City 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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