Atty. Stephen D. McGiffert

Atty. Stephen D. McGiffert

Stephen D. McGiffert is a principal in the firm, practicing in our Business Law Practice Group, with emphasis on business law matters affecting individuals, corporations and other business entities.

Overland Park Overland Park 51 yrs experience 51 year
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About Stephen D. McGiffert at a glance

Stephen D. McGiffert is a Principal based in Overland Park, Kansas, practicing at Payne & Jones, Chartered. They have 51+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1975. Their practice focuses on business and real estate. Admitted to practice in Kansas (1975) and Missouri (1987). Educated at University of Kansas (J.D., 1975) and University of Kansas (B.S. Business, 1972). Recognitions include BV Distinguished. Serands clients in Overland Park, KS and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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About

  • Stephen D. McGiffert is a principal in the firm, practicing in our Business Law Practice Group, with emphasis on business law matters affecting individuals, corporations and other business entities
  • Steve has significant experience in corporate and real estate law
  • Steve has been engaged in the practice of law in the Kansas City area since 1975
  • He received his undergraduate degree from the University of Kansas in 1972 earning a Bachelor of Science degree in Business Administration with a concentration in Accounting
  • He attended the University of Kansas Law School and received his Juris Doctorate degree in 1975
  • From 1978 to 1983, Steve served as corporate counsel to a large cooperative wholesale grocery company serving retail grocers in the Central Midwestern United States, during which time he gained extensive experience in the general legal affairs of business entities
  • Steve is admitted to practice before the bars of the States of Kansas and Missouri and is admitted to the federal district court in both states
  • He is a member of the Johnson County, Kansas and American Bar Associations

Practice Areas Explained

Stephen D. McGiffert's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Stephen D. McGiffert 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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Real Estate Law

Real estate attorneys handle home purchases, sales, commercial transactions, title disputes, and landlord-tenant matters.

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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 Stephen D. McGiffert

Where is Stephen D. McGiffert's law office located?
Stephen D. McGiffert's law practice is located in Overland Park, Kansas. The firm is Payne & Jones, Chartered. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Stephen D. McGiffert handle?
Stephen D. McGiffert focuses on business, real estate. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Kansas.
How long has Stephen D. McGiffert practiced law?
Stephen D. McGiffert has 51+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1975.
Where did Stephen D. McGiffert go to law school?
Stephen D. McGiffert earned their education at (J.D., 1975); (B.S. Business, 1972).
How can I contact Stephen D. McGiffert for a consultation?
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What awards or recognition has Stephen D. McGiffert received?
Stephen D. McGiffert's notable recognition includes: BV Distinguished.

Practice Areas

Education

J.D.
University of Kansas
- 1975
B.S. Business
University of Kansas
- 1972

Awards

BV Distinguished

Bar Admissions

Kansas
Admitted: 1975
Missouri
Admitted: 1987

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