Atty. Stephen Joseph Ternes

Atty. Stephen Joseph Ternes

Stephen Joseph Ternes is a lawyer practicing juvenile law, children. Stephen received a B.A. degree from Washburn University of Topeka in 1987, and has been licensed for 36 years.

Wichita Wichita 36 yrs experience 36 year
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About Stephen Joseph Ternes at a glance

Stephen Joseph Ternes is a Member based in Wichita, Kansas, practicing at Ternes Law. They have 36+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1990. Their practice focuses on juvenile. Admitted to practice in Kansas (1990). Educated at University of Kansas (J.D., 1990) and Washburn University of Topeka (B.A., 1987). Serands clients in Wichita, KS and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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  • Stephen Joseph Ternes is a lawyer practicing juvenile law, children
  • Stephen received a B.A. degree from Washburn University of Topeka in 1987, and has been licensed for 36 years
  • Stephen practices at Ternes Law in Wichita, KS

Practice Areas Explained

Stephen Joseph Ternes's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Stephen Joseph Ternes handles, with a brief overview of what that area of law covers.

Juvenile 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 Wichita 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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Where is Stephen Joseph Ternes's law office located?
Stephen Joseph Ternes's law practice is located in Wichita, Kansas. The firm is Ternes Law. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Stephen Joseph Ternes handle?
Stephen Joseph Ternes focuses on juvenile. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Kansas.
How long has Stephen Joseph Ternes practiced law?
Stephen Joseph Ternes has 36+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1990.
Where did Stephen Joseph Ternes go to law school?
Stephen Joseph Ternes earned their education at (J.D., 1990); (B.A., 1987).
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Practice Areas

Education

J.D.
University of Kansas
- 1990
B.A.
Washburn University of Topeka
- 1987

Bar Admissions

Kansas
Admitted: 1990

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