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About Stephen J. Atherton at a glance
Stephen J. Atherton is a Member based in Emporia, Kansas, practicing at Atherton & Huth. They have 34+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1992. Their practice focuses on probate, personal injury, criminal defense, family law, and estate planning. Admitted to practice in Kansas (1992) and U.S. District Court, District of Kansas (1992). Educated at University of Kansas (J.D., 1992) and Kansas State University (B.A., 1989). Recognitions include BV Distinguished. Active member of Lyon Chase County, Kansas and American Bar Associations. Serands clients in Emporia, KS and the surrounding metropolitan area.
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- Mr. Stephen J. Atherton is a lawyer practicing civil trial, insurance, criminal and 5 other areas of law
- Stephen received a B.A. degree from Kansas State University in 1989, and has been licensed for 34 years
- Stephen practices at Atherton & Huth in Emporia, KS
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Stephen J. Atherton is one of 128,014 probate attorneys indexed nationally. Browse probate attorneys in Kansas →
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.
Stephen J. Atherton 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.
Stephen J. Atherton is one of 214,270 criminal defense attorneys indexed nationally. Browse criminal defense attorneys in Kansas →
Family law attorneys handle divorce, child custody, child support, adoption, prenups, and protective orders. Find verified family lawyers near you.
Stephen J. Atherton is one of 187,066 family law attorneys indexed nationally. Browse family law attorneys in Kansas →
An estate planning attorney prepares wills, trusts, powers of attorney, and healthcare directives to protect your family and pass on your assets.
Stephen J. Atherton is one of 226,536 estate planning attorneys indexed nationally. Browse estate planning attorneys in Kansas →
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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 Emporia 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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