Atty. Thomas Buchanan

Atty. Thomas Buchanan

Thomas Buchanan is a lawyer practicing employment & labor, complex business, construction and 2 other areas of law. Thomas received a B.A. degree from Washburn University of Topeka in 1977, and has been licensed for 46 years.

Overland Park Overland Park 46 Years Experience 46 year

Profile Summary

About Thomas Buchanan at a glance

Thomas Buchanan is a President based in Overland Park, Kansas, practicing at McDowell, Rice, Smith & Buchanan A Professional Corporation. They have 46+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1980. Their practice focuses on personal injury, employment, business, and insurance. Admitted to practice in Kansas (1980), Missouri (1994), and Colorado Illinois (2009). Educated at University of Kansas (J.D., 1980) and Washburn University of Topeka (B.A., 1977). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Serves clients in Overland Park, KS and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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About

  • Thomas Buchanan is a lawyer practicing employment & labor, complex business, construction and 2 other areas of law
  • Thomas received a B.A. degree from Washburn University of Topeka in 1977, and has been licensed for 46 years
  • Thomas practices at McDowell, Rice, Smith & Buchanan A Professional Corporation in Overland Park, KS and 1 other location

Practice Areas Explained

Thomas Buchanan's Areas of Practice

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

Personal Injury

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.

Thomas Buchanan is one of 238,048 personal injury attorneys indexed nationally. Browse personal injury attorneys in Kansas →

Employment Law

Employment lawyers represent workers in wrongful termination, discrimination, harassment, wage & hour disputes, and severance negotiations.

Thomas Buchanan is one of 151,622 employment attorneys indexed nationally. Browse employment attorneys in Kansas →

Business & Corporate Law

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

Thomas Buchanan is one of 452,854 business attorneys indexed nationally. Browse business attorneys in Kansas →

Insurance Law

Insurance attorneys for coverage disputes, bad faith claims, denied claims, and policy disputes.

Thomas Buchanan is one of 109,871 insurance attorneys indexed nationally. Browse insurance attorneys in Kansas →

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 venue, 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 Thomas Buchanan

Where is Thomas Buchanan's law office located?
Thomas Buchanan'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 Thomas Buchanan handle?
Thomas Buchanan focuses on personal injury, employment, business, insurance. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Kansas.
How long has Thomas Buchanan practiced law?
Thomas Buchanan has 46+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1980.
Where did Thomas Buchanan go to law school?
Thomas Buchanan earned their education at (J.D., 1980); (B.A., 1977).
How can I contact Thomas Buchanan for a consultation?
You can contact Thomas Buchanan 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 Thomas Buchanan received?
Thomas Buchanan's notable recognition includes: AV Preeminent.

Education

J.D.
University of Kansas
- 1980
B.A.
Washburn University of Topeka
- 1977

Awards

AV Preeminent

Bar Admissions

Kansas
Admitted: 1980
Missouri
Admitted: 1994
Colorado Illinois
Admitted: 2009

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