Atty. William P. Whitaker

Atty. William P. Whitaker

William P. Whitaker is a lawyer practicing corporate law, real estate law, bankruptcy.

Kansas City Kansas City 59 yrs experience 59 year
Call (816) 631-2701 Book Appointment

Profile Summary

About William P. Whitaker at a glance

William P. Whitaker is a Member based in Kansas City, Missouri, practicing at William P. Whitaker, P.C.. They have 59+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1967. Their practice focuses on business, real estate, and bankruptcy. Admitted to practice in Missouri (1967). Educated at Universityof Missouri (J.D., 1967) and University of Pennsylvania (B.S., 1961). Recognitions include BV Distinguished. Serands clients in Kansas City, MO and the surrounding metropolitan area.

Verified attorney profile · Updated June 2026

About

  • William P. Whitaker is a lawyer practicing corporate law, real estate law, bankruptcy
  • William received a B.S. degree from University of Pennsylvania in 1961, and has been licensed for 59 years
  • William practices at William P. Whitaker, P.C. in Kansas City, MO

Practice Areas Explained

William P. Whitaker's Areas of Practice

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

Business & Corporate Law

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

William P. Whitaker is one of 501,317 business attorneys indexed nationally. Browse business attorneys in Missouri →

Real Estate Law

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

William P. Whitaker is one of 316,149 real estate attorneys indexed nationally. Browse real estate attorneys in Missouri →

Bankruptcy & Debt

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

William P. Whitaker is one of 105,321 bankruptcy attorneys indexed nationally. Browse bankruptcy 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 William P. Whitaker

Where is William P. Whitaker's law office located?
William P. Whitaker's law practice is located in Kansas City, Missouri. The firm is William P. Whitaker, P.C.. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does William P. Whitaker handle?
William P. Whitaker focuses on business, real estate, bankruptcy. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Missouri.
How long has William P. Whitaker practiced law?
William P. Whitaker has 59+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1967.
Where did William P. Whitaker go to law school?
William P. Whitaker earned their education at (J.D., 1967); (B.S., 1961).
How can I contact William P. Whitaker for a consultation?
You can contact William P. Whitaker 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 William P. Whitaker received?
William P. Whitaker's notable recognition includes: BV Distinguished.

Education

J.D.
Universityof Missouri
- 1967
B.S.
University of Pennsylvania
- 1961

Awards

BV Distinguished

Bar Admissions

Missouri
Admitted: 1967

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