Atty. Stuart Eliot Bodker

Atty. Stuart Eliot Bodker

Stuart Eliot Bodker is a lawyer practicing estate planning, real estate development, partnership and 9 other areas of law. Stuart received a B.A. degree from Tulane University in 1975, and has been licensed for 48 years.

Overland Park Overland Park 48 yrs experience 48 year
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Profile Summary

About Stuart Eliot Bodker at a glance

Stuart Eliot Bodker is a Shareholder based in Overland Park, Kansas, practicing at McDowell, Rice, Smith & Buchanan A Professional Corporation. They have 48+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1978. Their practice focuses on estate planning, business, real estate, estate tax, and litigation. Admitted to practice in Missouri (1978) and U.S. District Court, Western District of Missouri (1978). Educated at Columbia University (J.D., 1978) and Tulane University (B.A., 1975). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Active member of Kansas City Metropolitan and American Bar Associations The Missouri Bar. Serands clients in Overland Park, KS and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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About

  • Stuart Eliot Bodker is a lawyer practicing estate planning, real estate development, partnership and 9 other areas of law
  • Stuart received a B.A. degree from Tulane University in 1975, and has been licensed for 48 years
  • Stuart practices at McDowell, Rice, Smith & Buchanan A Professional Corporation in Overland Park, KS

Practice Areas Explained

Stuart Eliot Bodker's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Stuart Eliot Bodker handles, with a brief overview of what that area of law covers.

Estate Planning & Probate

An estate planning attorney prepares wills, trusts, powers of attorney, and healthcare directives to protect your family and pass on your assets.

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Business & Corporate Law

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

Stuart Eliot Bodker is one of 501,317 business attorneys indexed nationally. Browse business attorneys in Kansas →

Real Estate Law

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

Stuart Eliot Bodker is one of 316,149 real estate attorneys indexed nationally. Browse real estate attorneys in Kansas →

Estate & Gift Tax

Stuart Eliot Bodker is one of 3,765 estate tax attorneys indexed nationally. Browse estate tax attorneys in Kansas →

Civil Litigation

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

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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 Stuart Eliot Bodker

Where is Stuart Eliot Bodker's law office located?
Stuart Eliot Bodker's law practice is located in Overland Park, Kansas. The firm is McDowell, Rice, Smith & Buchanan A Professional Corporation. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Stuart Eliot Bodker handle?
Stuart Eliot Bodker focuses on estate planning, business, real estate, estate tax, litigation. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Kansas.
How long has Stuart Eliot Bodker practiced law?
Stuart Eliot Bodker has 48+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1978.
Where did Stuart Eliot Bodker go to law school?
Stuart Eliot Bodker earned their education at (J.D., 1978); (B.A., 1975).
How can I contact Stuart Eliot Bodker for a consultation?
You can contact Stuart Eliot Bodker 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 Stuart Eliot Bodker received?
Stuart Eliot Bodker's notable recognition includes: AV Preeminent.

Education

J.D.
Columbia University
- 1978
B.A.
Tulane University
- 1975

Awards

AV Preeminent

Bar Admissions

Missouri
Admitted: 1978
U.S. District Court, Western District of Missouri
Admitted: 1978

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