Business Details
Your Trusted Legal Partner in Lawrence, Kansas
At Lee & McInerney, we approach legal practice as an opportunity to serve our clients with integrity and expertise. Our firm combines the personalized attention of a small practice with the extensive experience typically associated with large law firms. We specialize in business law, estate planning, elder law, family law, and civil litigation, serving clients across Lawrence, Topeka, and Kansas City. Our attorneys bring decades of combined experience from both corporate and community-focused legal environments. We prioritize developing tailored strategies that align with our clients' unique goals and priorities.Our mediation services offer an alternative to traditional litigation, emphasizing resolution over confrontation. We are committed to delivering high-quality legal solutions while maintaining accessibility and transparency. Our team's background in diverse legal fields ensures comprehensive support for both individuals and businesses. We actively engage with our community, drawing inspiration from our roots in the Midwest to inform our advocacy. Our practice reflects a dedication to ethical standards, client education, and practical problem-solving in every case we handle.
Services
Business Law
Estate Planning
Family Law
Mediation Services
Civil Litigation
Elder Law
Highlights and features
- We combine big firm experience with small firm personalized service
- Our attorneys are trained mediators specializing in dispute resolution
- We offer comprehensive legal solutions for both businesses and individuals
- Our team has extensive experience in elder law and estate planning
- We maintain transparent communication throughout the legal process
Services
Business Law
Our business law practice addresses creditor's remedies, debtor's rights, contract disputes, and business planning. We assist companies in Lawrence, Topeka, and Kansas City with formation, restructuring, and dispute resolution. Our attorneys provide strategic legal guidance tailored to each business's unique needs and objectives.
Estate Planning
We create customized estate plans including wills, trusts, and powers of attorney. Our services help clients protect assets and prepare for long-term care needs. We focus on creating practical solutions that reflect each client's personal and financial circumstances while ensuring legal compliance.
Family Law
Our family law practice handles divorce proceedings, child custody matters, and property division cases. We provide compassionate representation while maintaining courtroom effectiveness. Services include negotiation support and legal advocacy for protection orders and child support arrangements.
Mediation Services
We facilitate mediation for civil, business, and family law disputes. Our trained mediators help parties reach mutually acceptable solutions without litigation. This service focuses on maintaining relationships while achieving practical resolutions to legal conflicts.
Civil Litigation
Our civil litigation practice covers construction disputes, real estate matters, and contract enforcement cases. We represent clients in courtroom proceedings while seeking cost-effective resolutions. The team handles complex litigation involving employment law, non-compete agreements, and debtor's rights issues.
People
Lara McInerney
Attorney
Lara McInerney brings extensive experience in elder law and business litigation. She graduated from UMKC Law School after interning with a federal magistrate judge. Her practice includes intellectual property cases and mediation services, with membership in the National Academy of Elder Law Attorneys.
Michael Lee
Attorney
Michael Lee specializes in legal strategy development with experience from both large firms and solo practice. A University of Kansas law graduate, he focuses on business law and civil litigation. His background includes moot court competition participation and community legal education initiatives.
Questions
What areas do Lee & McInerney serve?
We serve clients in Lawrence, Topeka, Kansas City, and surrounding areas of Northeast Kansas for all our legal services.
What practice areas does the firm specialize in?
Our primary practice areas include business law, estate planning, family law, civil litigation, and mediation services for both individuals and businesses.
Do you offer free consultations?
Yes, we offer free initial consultations to discuss your legal needs and develop an appropriate strategy for your case.
Are your attorneys trained in mediation?
Both attorneys have completed formal mediation training through the Missouri State University Center for Dispute Resolution.
How does your firm approach legal representation?
We combine big firm experience with small firm personalized service, focusing on tailored strategies and practical legal solutions.
