ATTORNEY AT LAWTed Kapke

Ted Kapke

ATTORNEY AT LAWTed Kapke

Complex cases. Strategic thinking. Trial-tested advocacy.

The legal profession is racing to attract private equity funds by using massive marketing budgets to maximize “market share” of cases while shifting the focus of the practice of law from representation to volume and profit. This is a disservice to those in need of legal advice at that critical moment when a skilled lawyer is the difference between protecting your rights and being further victimized by a society increasingly focused on profit, not justice.

Ted Kapke is a trial attorney who pursues justice for his clients.

He is known for representing clients facing difficult circumstances, often against larger and better-funded opponents, and for developing creative litigation strategies designed to achieve favorable results, even in difficult factual and legal settings. In the past 20 years, he has assisted in recovering over $145,000,000.00 on behalf of clients. This success has been achieved through maintaining direct relationships with clients, leveraging technology and its ability to create efficiencies and developing litigation strategies that are focused on presenting a compelling and legally sound argument for trial.

Ted's practice focuses on employment law, personal injury, consumer protection, business disputes, trust and estate litigation, ERISA litigation and other complex civil matters. Whether representing an employee who has been wrongfully terminated, an individual seeking compensation for serious injuries, or a business involved in a high-stakes dispute, he is committed to providing skilled advocacy and practical guidance.

Clients appreciate Ted's direct communication, strategic thinking, and commitment to pursuing justice. He understands that legal disputes can affect careers, businesses, finances, and families. For that reason, he works directly with each client to develop a strategy tailored to their goals and circumstances. When clients retain Ted Kapke, they have a direct line of communication with the lawyer that is handling their case.

Ted is devoted to the notion that the justice system works best when ordinary people have access to experienced advocates who are willing to challenge powerful institutions.

Practice Areas

Education

A.B. History and Political Science, William Jewell College, 1999

J.D. With Distinction, University of Missouri Kansas City, 2002

Admissions

Missouri, 2002
Kansas, 2003

Affiliations

  • Eastern Jackson County Bar Association, President
  • Country Club United Methodist Church, Administrative Board Chair, 2013-2015
  • Kansas City Metropolitan Bar Association, Member 2002 to Present
  • Served as Adjunct Professor of Trial Advocacy, UMKC
  • Trustee, William Jewell College

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