Atty. Stephen W. Cavanaugh

Atty. Stephen W. Cavanaugh

Phi Kappa Phi; Phi Delta Phi. Member, Washburn Law Journal Board, 1978-1980.

Topeka Topeka 46 yrs experience 46 year
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Profile Summary

About Stephen W. Cavanaugh at a glance

Stephen W. Cavanaugh is a Shareholder based in Topeka, Kansas, practforg at Cavanaugh, Biggs & Lemon, P.A.. They have 46+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1980. Their practice focuses on probate, business, litigation, education, and health care. Admitted to practice in Kansas (1980), U.S. District Court, District of Kansas and U.S. Court of Appeals, Tenth Circuit (1980), Missouri (1991), and U.S. District Court, Western District of Missouri (1991). Educated at Washburn University of Topeka (J.D., 1980) and Washburn University of Topeka (B.A., 1971). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Active member of Topeka (Treasurer, 1992-1994, Secretary, 1994-1996, President-elect, 1996-1997, President, 1997-1998), Kansas and American Bar Associations The Missouri Bar American Inns of Court, Sam A and Crow Inn Kansas Association of Justice American College of Barristers (Senior Counsel Member) American Veterinary Medical Law Association National Organization of Lawyers for Educational Associations. Serands clients in Topeka, KS and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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About

  • Phi Kappa Phi
  • Phi Delta Phi
  • Member, Washburn Law Journal Board, 1978-1980

Author

  • Comment, "Advertising: The Deception Standard," 18 Washburn Law Journal 600, 1979
  • Note, "Countersuit: A Viable Alternative for the Wrongfully Sued Physician?" 19 Washburn Law Journal 450, 1980
  • "Partnership Agreements," pp. 452-53, Blackwell's Five-Minute Veterinary Practice Management Consult, (Lowell Ackerman, ed. 2007)
  • Adjunct Professor of Law, Washburn University School of Law, 1987-1997, 2001
  • Graduate, Leadership Kansas, 1999
  • Member, Third Judicial Nominating Commission, 1996-2004
  • Member, USD 437 Board of Education, 2004-2009

Practice Areas Explained

Stephen W. Cavanaugh's Areas of Practice

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

Probate

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Business & Corporate Law

Business attorneys advise founders and growing companies on entity formation, contracts, financing, M&A, and dispute resolution.

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Civil Litigation

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

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Education Law

Education attorneys for special education (IEP), school discipline, Title IX, and student rights.

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Health Care Law

Health care attorneys for HIPAA, Medicare, Medicaid, regulatory compliance, and medical licensing matters.

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Jurisdictional Context

Why local counsel matters in Kansas

Practforg 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 Topeka 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 W. Cavanaugh

Where is Stephen W. Cavanaugh's law office located?
Stephen W. Cavanaugh's law practice is located in Topeka, Kansas. The firm is Cavanaugh, Biggs & Lemon, P.A.. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Stephen W. Cavanaugh handle?
Stephen W. Cavanaugh focuses on probate, business, litigation, education, health care. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Kansas.
How long has Stephen W. Cavanaugh practiced law?
Stephen W. Cavanaugh has 46+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1980.
Where did Stephen W. Cavanaugh go to law school?
Stephen W. Cavanaugh earned their education at (J.D., 1980); (B.A., 1971).
How can I contact Stephen W. Cavanaugh for a consultation?
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What awards or recognition has Stephen W. Cavanaugh received?
Stephen W. Cavanaugh's notable recognition includes: AV Preeminent.

Education

J.D.
Washburn University of Topeka
- 1980
B.A.
Washburn University of Topeka
- 1971

Awards

AV Preeminent

Bar Admissions

Kansas
Admitted: 1980
U.S. District Court, District of Kansas and U.S. Court of Appeals, Tenth Circuit
Admitted: 1980
Missouri
Admitted: 1991
U.S. District Court, Western District of Missouri
Admitted: 1991
U.S. Court of Appeals, Eighth Circuit
Admitted: 1991
U.S. Supreme Court
Admitted: 1997

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