Atty. Thomas L. Bell

Atty. Thomas L. Bell

Thomas L. Bell is a lawyer practicing administrative law, regulatory law, professional licensing and 2 other areas of law.

Topeka Topeka 45 yrs experience 45 year
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Profile Summary

About Thomas L. Bell at a glance

Thomas L. Bell is a Special Counsel based in Topeka, Kansas, practicing at Goodell, Stratton, Edmonds & Palmer, L.L.P.. They have 45+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1981. Their practice focuses on employment, ip, and government. Admitted to practice in Kansas (1981) and U.S. District Court, District of Kansas (1981). Educated at Washburn University of Topeka (J.D., 1981) and Kansas State University (B.S., 1978). Recognitions include Peer Reviewed. Serands clients in Topeka, KS and the surrounding metropolitan area.

Verified attorney profile · Updated June 2026

About

  • Thomas L. Bell is a lawyer practicing administrative law, regulatory law, professional licensing and 2 other areas of law
  • Thomas received a B.S. degree from Kansas State University in 1978, and has been licensed for 45 years
  • Thomas practices at Goodell, Stratton, Edmonds & Palmer, L.L.P. in Topeka, KS

Practice Areas Explained

Thomas L. Bell's Areas of Practice

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

Employment Law

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

Thomas L. Bell is one of 169,120 employment attorneys indexed nationally. Browse employment attorneys in Kansas →

Intellectual Property

IP attorneys protect inventions, brands, and creative work through patent prosecution, trademark registration, copyright, and trade-secret enforcement.

Thomas L. Bell is one of 106,079 ip attorneys indexed nationally. Browse ip attorneys in Kansas →

Government & Administrative Law

Attorneys for administrative law, agency hearings, government contracts, licensing, and public benefits.

Thomas L. Bell is one of 132,225 government attorneys indexed nationally. Browse government 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 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 Thomas L. Bell

Where is Thomas L. Bell's law office located?
Thomas L. Bell's law practice is located in Topeka, Kansas. The firm is Goodell, Stratton, Edmonds & Palmer, L.L.P.. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Thomas L. Bell handle?
Thomas L. Bell focuses on employment, ip, government. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Kansas.
How long has Thomas L. Bell practiced law?
Thomas L. Bell has 45+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1981.
Where did Thomas L. Bell go to law school?
Thomas L. Bell earned their education at (J.D., 1981); (B.S., 1978).
How can I contact Thomas L. Bell for a consultation?
You can contact Thomas L. Bell 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 L. Bell received?
Thomas L. Bell's notable recognition includes: Peer Reviewed.

Education

J.D.
Washburn University of Topeka
- 1981
B.S.
Kansas State University
- 1978

Awards

Peer Reviewed

Bar Admissions

Kansas
Admitted: 1981
U.S. District Court, District of Kansas
Admitted: 1981

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