Atty. Robert Kent Sellers

Atty. Robert Kent Sellers

Robert Kent Sellers is a lawyer practicing business litigation, civil rights, appellate practice and 2 other areas of law. Robert received a B.A. degree from University of Missouri-Kansas City in 1977, and has been licensed for 46 years.

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Profile Summary

About Robert Kent Sellers at a glance

Robert Kent Sellers is a Partner based in Kansas City, Missouri, practicing at Lathrop Gage LLP. They have 46+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1980. Their practice focuses on employment, business, litigation, civil rights, and appellate. Admitted to practice in Missouri U.S. Court of Appeals, Seventh, Eighth, Ninth, Tenth and Federal Circuits U.S. District Cou (1980). Educated at University of Missouri-Kansas City School of Law (J.D., 1980) and University of Missouri-Kansas City (B.A., 1977). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Serands clients in Kansas City, MO and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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About

  • Robert Kent Sellers is a lawyer practicing business litigation, civil rights, appellate practice and 2 other areas of law
  • Robert received a B.A. degree from University of Missouri-Kansas City in 1977, and has been licensed for 46 years
  • Robert practices at Lathrop Gage LLP in Kansas City, MO

Practice Areas Explained

Robert Kent Sellers's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Robert Kent Sellers 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.

Robert Kent Sellers 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.

Robert Kent Sellers is one of 501,317 business attorneys indexed nationally. Browse business attorneys in Missouri →

Civil Litigation

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

Robert Kent Sellers is one of 454,532 litigation attorneys indexed nationally. Browse litigation attorneys in Missouri →

Civil Rights

Civil rights attorneys for discrimination, police misconduct, constitutional rights, and civil liberties cases.

Robert Kent Sellers is one of 70,245 civil rights attorneys indexed nationally. Browse civil rights attorneys in Missouri →

Appellate Practice

Appellate attorneys for civil and criminal appeals at state and federal court.

Robert Kent Sellers is one of 86,319 appellate attorneys indexed nationally. Browse appellate attorneys in Missouri →

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 Robert Kent Sellers

Where is Robert Kent Sellers's law office located?
Robert Kent Sellers's law practice is located in Kansas City, Missouri. The firm is Lathrop Gage LLP. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Robert Kent Sellers handle?
Robert Kent Sellers focuses on employment, business, litigation, civil rights, appellate. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Missouri.
How long has Robert Kent Sellers practiced law?
Robert Kent Sellers has 46+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1980.
Where did Robert Kent Sellers go to law school?
Robert Kent Sellers earned their education at (J.D., 1980); (B.A., 1977).
How can I contact Robert Kent Sellers for a consultation?
You can contact Robert Kent Sellers 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 Robert Kent Sellers received?
Robert Kent Sellers's notable recognition includes: AV Preeminent.

Education

J.D.
University of Missouri-Kansas City School of Law
- 1980
B.A.
University of Missouri-Kansas City
- 1977

Awards

AV Preeminent

Bar Admissions

Missouri U.S. Court of Appeals, Seventh, Eighth, Ninth, Tenth and Federal Circuits U.S. District Cou
Admitted: 1980

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