Atty. Stephen K. Dexter

Atty. Stephen K. Dexter

Stephen K. Dexter is a lawyer practicing animal law, bankruptcy, asset sales and acquisitions and 4 other areas of law.

Kansas City Kansas City 31 yrs experience 31 year
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Profile Summary

About Stephen K. Dexter at a glance

Stephen K. Dexter is an Of Counsel based in Kansas City, Missouri, practicing at Lathrop Gage LLP. They have 31+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1995. Their practice focuses on bankruptcy, m&a, creditor rights, litigation, and landlord/tenant. Admitted to practice in Missouri (1995), Kansas (2001), Michigan U.S. District Court, Eastern and Western District of Missouri (2005), and Colorado U.S. District Court, Eastern District of California U.S. District Court, Western District o (2010). Educated at University of Missouri at Kansas City School of Law (J.D., 1995) and University of Kansas (B.S. University, 1986). Recognitions include Peer Reviewed. Active member of Denver Bar Association. Serands clients in Kansas City, MO and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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About

  • Stephen K. Dexter is a lawyer practicing animal law, bankruptcy, asset sales and acquisitions and 4 other areas of law
  • Stephen received a B.S. degree from University of Kansas in 1986, and has been licensed for 31 years
  • Stephen practices at Lathrop Gage LLP in Kansas City, MO

Practice Areas Explained

Stephen K. Dexter's Areas of Practice

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

Bankruptcy & Debt

A bankruptcy attorney can help you eliminate debt, stop creditor harassment, and protect your home through Chapter 7 or Chapter 13.

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Mergers & Acquisitions

Stephen K. Dexter is one of 49,731 m&a attorneys indexed nationally. Browse m&a attorneys in Missouri →

Creditor Rights & Collections

Stephen K. Dexter is one of 42,948 creditor rights attorneys indexed nationally. Browse creditor rights attorneys in Missouri →

Civil Litigation

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

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Landlord & Tenant

Landlord-tenant attorneys for evictions, lease disputes, security deposits, and habitability claims.

Stephen K. Dexter is one of 22,365 landlord/tenant attorneys indexed nationally. Browse landlord/tenant 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 Stephen K. Dexter

Where is Stephen K. Dexter's law office located?
Stephen K. Dexter'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 Stephen K. Dexter handle?
Stephen K. Dexter focuses on bankruptcy, m&a, creditor rights, litigation, landlord/tenant. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Missouri.
How long has Stephen K. Dexter practiced law?
Stephen K. Dexter has 31+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1995.
Where did Stephen K. Dexter go to law school?
Stephen K. Dexter earned their education at (J.D., 1995); (B.S. University, 1986).
How can I contact Stephen K. Dexter for a consultation?
You can contact Stephen K. Dexter 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 Stephen K. Dexter received?
Stephen K. Dexter's notable recognition includes: Peer Reviewed.

Education

J.D.
University of Missouri at Kansas City School of Law
- 1995
B.S. University
University of Kansas
- 1986

Awards

Peer Reviewed

Bar Admissions

Missouri
Admitted: 1995
Kansas
Admitted: 2001
Michigan U.S. District Court, Eastern and Western District of Missouri
Admitted: 2005
Colorado U.S. District Court, Eastern District of California U.S. District Court, Western District o
Admitted: 2010

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