Having a comprehensive legal strategy means being prepared for every contingency that might arise in your matter. It also includes being ready to confront parallel proceedings under both civil and criminal law. If you are facing this type of situation in the Kansas City area, you need a criminal defense attorney who understands how civil […]
It is a rare day when a criminal courtroom erupts in applause. It is even more astonishing when that applause celebrates the defendant. That was the scene in Comanche County District Court on April 20, 2026, after Joe Ceballos pleaded guilty to three misdemeanor counts of disorderly election conduct. Why was everyone so happy? The […]
Divorce proceedings are always more complicated when spouses have children, and disagreements over a child’s education can be especially difficult. The parents may have disputes involving school choice or private school tuition. Still another situation is when either the child or a parent wants to change schools. The decisions that are made during divorce can […]
A police request to participate in an interview may sound innocuous. But despite assurances from law enforcement officers, you need to understand what is at stake before you agree to answer questions. Statements made during a voluntary police interview can become evidence in a criminal investigation and may later be used to support criminal charges. […]
Facing a DUI arrest in the Kansas City Metro can be daunting. When you are arrested for a DUI in Kansas or Missouri, it triggers administrative actions that affect your driving privileges and the potential criminal case in court. Because Kansas City spans both states, the specific procedures can vary depending on where the arrest […]
Learning that someone has filed a complaint with your licensing board can be alarming. How will the complaint affect your career and your ability to earn a living? Licensing boards do not take complaints lightly, and neither should you. If you have received notice of an official investigation that may jeopardize your professional license, you […]