Business Details
50+ Years
experience
Emergency
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Your Trusted Legal Partner Since 1945
Morris Laing has been a trusted legal partner since 1945, providing comprehensive legal services to businesses and individuals. Our team of experienced attorneys combines deep expertise with a collaborative approach to deliver tailored solutions across diverse practice areas. With offices in Kansas, Missouri, Illinois, Michigan, and Florida, we serve clients with the same commitment to excellence that has defined our firm for over eight decades. Our attorneys hold advanced degrees in finance and business, have served as law clerks for state and federal judges, and are recognized in leading industry publications.We prioritize open communication, responsive service, and cost-effective representation while maintaining a strong focus on community engagement and diversity. Our legacy of multi-million-dollar verdicts and representation in the nation's highest courts underscores our dedication to achieving exceptional outcomes for every client.
Services
Business Law
Estate Planning
Litigation
Oil & Gas Law
Securities
Employment Law
Real Estate
Taxation
Personal Injury
Family Law
Details
- Year established: 1945
Highlights and features
- We have obtained multi-million dollar verdicts for clients over 80+ years of practice
- Our attorneys hold advanced degrees in finance and business disciplines
- We provide direct attorney communication with 24/7 emergency contact availability
- Our team includes former law clerks for state and federal judges
- We maintain A+ ratings from the Better Business Bureau and Martindale-Hubbell
Associations and certifications
- Best Lawyers
- Super Lawyers Kansas & Missouri
- Rising Stars
- Martindale Hubbell
- Chambers & Partners USA
What people say
Multi-million dollar verdicts
80+ years experience
Recognized attorneys
Team approach
Responsive service
Services
Business Law
Morris Laing provides comprehensive business law services including mergers and acquisitions, corporate governance, and commercial transactions. Our attorneys advise on tax considerations, securities regulations, and antitrust compliance while representing clients in state and federal courts. With expertise in energy, healthcare, and financial sectors, we deliver strategic legal solutions tailored to business objectives.
Estate Planning
Our estate planning practice covers wills, revocable and irrevocable trusts, powers of attorney, and tax planning strategies. Attorneys with CPA certifications and MBAs develop customized plans for asset protection, charitable giving, and business succession. We handle complex estate administration and represent clients before tax tribunals nationwide.
Litigation
Morris Laing's litigation team handles commercial disputes, personal injury cases, and class actions across multiple jurisdictions. With experience in energy, employment, and insurance law matters, we employ a team approach combining technical expertise with courtroom strategy to achieve favorable outcomes through trial or settlement negotiations.
Oil & Gas Law
Recognized as Kansas' leading oil and gas law firm, we represent producers, pipeline companies, and utility firms in regulatory compliance, lease negotiations, and royalty disputes. Our attorneys handle title examinations, unitization agreements, and litigation before the Kansas Corporation Commission and Federal Energy Regulatory Commission.
Banking & Financial Services
We advise banks, lenders, and mortgage brokers on loan transactions, regulatory compliance, and asset recovery. Our services include mortgage trust counseling, financial institution mergers, and representation in bankruptcy proceedings. The firm assists with forming holding companies and obtaining federal regulatory approvals.
People
John J. Ambrosio
Attorney
Specializes in commercial litigation and employment law with 25+ years of trial experience.
Kimberly K. Bonifas
Attorney
Focuses on real estate transactions and land use regulations across Midwest markets.
Grant A. Brazill
Attorney
Handles complex business formations and securities compliance matters for national corporations.
Jeffery L. Carmichael
Attorney
Specializes in oil and gas litigation and regulatory compliance with FERC expertise.
Roger N. Walter
Attorney
Focuses on appellate practice with multiple Supreme Court arguments in commercial disputes.
Questions
What areas of law does Morris Laing specialize in?
We practice in business law, estate planning, litigation, oil and gas, securities, employment law, and more.
How long has Morris Laing been in business?
Since 1945, providing legal services across multiple states with 80+ years of combined experience.
Do you offer consultations for new clients?
Yes, we provide initial consultations to discuss your legal needs and develop a strategy.
Can you handle multi-state legal matters?
Our attorneys are licensed in Kansas, Missouri, Illinois, Michigan, and Florida for cross-jurisdictional cases.
What makes Morris Laing different from other firms?
Our team approach combines legal expertise with business acumen and personalized client service.
