Brian N. Woolley, Employment Attorney in Kansas City, Missouri
Over 44 years of legal practice · focused on Employment, General, and Government · 4.4/5 rating from 1 verified client review
PartneratLathrop Gage LLP
Kansas City, MO
Practicing employment in Kansas City since 1982.
- 44+
- Years practicing
- 4.4 ★
- 1 client review
- 2
- Bar admissions
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Brian N. Woolley is a partner based in Kansas City, MO. The practice focuses on Employment, General, and Government. Brian has over 44 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Lathrop Gage LLP. Rated 4.4 out of 5 from 1 client review.
- Based in
- Kansas City, MO
- Experience
- over 44 years
- Known for
- Employment · General · Government
- Handles Employment, General, and Government matters from Kansas City, MO.
- Over 44 years of practice as a licensed attorney.
- Recognized with BV Distinguished.
About Brian N. Woolley: Brian N. Woolley is a partner based in Kansas City, MO. The practice focuses on Employment, General, and Government. Brian has over 44 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Lathrop Gage LLP. Rated 4.4 out of 5 from 1 client review.
Areas of practice
Legal matters Brian takes on
Brian concentrates on employment, general, government, health care, and litigation. Each area below outlines the kind of case Brian handles, typical outcomes to expect, and how the intake process starts.
Employment
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Workers Comp
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Employment cases in Kansas City, Missouri
Brian takes employment matters in Kansas City, Missouri. Typical engagements include intake calls to scope the issue, review of any records or filings you already have, and a written strategy memo before Brian agrees to represent you.
General cases in Kansas City, Missouri
Brian takes general matters in Kansas City, Missouri. Typical engagements include intake calls to scope the issue, review of any records or filings you already have, and a written strategy memo before Brian agrees to represent you.
Government cases in Kansas City, Missouri
Brian takes government matters in Kansas City, Missouri. Typical engagements include intake calls to scope the issue, review of any records or filings you already have, and a written strategy memo before Brian agrees to represent you.
Health Care cases in Kansas City, Missouri
Brian takes health care matters in Kansas City, Missouri. Typical engagements include intake calls to scope the issue, review of any records or filings you already have, and a written strategy memo before Brian agrees to represent you.
Litigation cases in Kansas City, Missouri
Brian takes litigation matters in Kansas City, Missouri. Typical engagements include intake calls to scope the issue, review of any records or filings you already have, and a written strategy memo before Brian agrees to represent you.
Biography
Meet Brian N. Woolley — employment lawyer in Kansas City
Brian N. Woolley is a partner based in Kansas City, MO. The practice focuses on Employment, General, and Government. Brian has over 44 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Lathrop Gage LLP. Rated 4.4 out of 5 from 1 client review.
Brian N. Woolley is a lawyer practicing election campaign / political law, labor & employment, counseling, investigations and policy development and 4 other areas of law. Brian received a B.S. degree from Iowa State University in 1978, and has been licensed for 44 years. Brian practices at Lathrop Gage LLP in Kansas City, MO.
Working with Brian on a employment matter
Brian N. Woolley is a lawyer practicing election campaign / political law, labor & employment, counseling, investigations and policy development and 4 other areas of law. Brian received a B.S. degree from Iowa State University in 1978, and has been licensed for 44 years. Brian practices at Lathrop Gage LLP in Kansas City, MO.
Who Brian represents
Brian reviews new inquiries case-by-case for employment, general, and government matters in Kansas City and the surrounding Missouri area.
Credentials
Education, bar admissions, and languages
Northwestern University School of Law
J.D. · 1982
Iowa State University
B.S. · 1978
Jurisdictions
Brian's state bar admissions
Illinois U.S. Distri
1984 · ACTIVE
Missouri
1982 · ACTIVE
Brian studied at J.D. in Northwestern University School of Law and B.S. in Iowa State University.
Law school and academic background
Brian completed J.D. in Northwestern University School of Law and B.S. in Iowa State University. Formal legal training is one signal of substantive knowledge — the day-to-day practice Brian runs in Missouri is where that training gets applied to real client questions.
Recognition
Recognition and thought leadership
Brian has received 1 formal recognition from bar associations, industry bodies, and peer-review services.
BV Distinguished
Legal awards and honors
BV Distinguished.
Affiliations
Brian's professional memberships and bar associations
American Bar Association
Labor and Employment Law Section · membership
Locations
Brian N. Woolley's office in Kansas City
Brian's primary office is at 2345 Grand Blvd., Ste. 2200, Kansas City, MO, 64108. In-person meetings are by appointment; a phone intake usually comes first.
Client feedback
Client reviews of Brian N. Woolley — 4.4/5 rating from 1 verified client review
Every review below is from a verified client of Brian. Reviews cover communication, case outcome, and value — the three signals that matter most when comparing employment attorneys in Kansas City.
4.4
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How to hire Brian N. Woolley — what to expect in your first consultation
Working with a new employment attorney should feel structured. Here's how the first two conversations with Brian usually go, from the moment you request a consult to the day representation begins.
Consultation formats and pricing
Brian charges for the initial consult. That fee is credited toward representation if you retain Brian's office.
What to bring to your first meeting
Bring any documents you already have — police reports, medical records, filed pleadings, correspondence from an insurer, a copy of the contract at issue. If you're not sure, err on the side of bringing everything; Brian will tell you what matters and what doesn't.
Questions to ask a employment attorney in Kansas City, Missouri
A short list to run through before you commit: How many employment matters have you handled in the last year? What's your fee structure? Who else in the office will work on this? What's your realistic estimate of timeline and range of outcomes? How do I reach you between meetings?
Fees & payment
Fees, payment methods, and consultation options for Brian
Brian discusses fees during intake so the arrangement fits the matter. Contingency, hourly, and flat-fee options are all common in employment practice — ask which fits.
Hourly rates, contingency fees, and flat-fee options
Every employment matter is priced differently. Simple document review might be a flat fee. Injury litigation is often contingency. Complex commercial disputes usually run hourly with a retainer. Brian confirms the model in the engagement letter before any work starts.
Payment methods and payment plans
Brian's office accepts standard payment methods. Ask about payment plans if the retainer is a stretch — many employment practices work with clients on structured schedules.
Frequently asked
Frequently asked questions about Brian N. Woolley
How much does it cost to hire Brian for a employment case?
Cost depends on the type of matter, the fee model (contingency, flat, hourly), and how contested the case becomes. Brian walks through the likely range during the consult so there are no surprises.
Does Brian offer a free consultation?
Brian charges for the initial consult; that fee is credited toward representation if you retain Brian's office. Some employment attorneys offer free consults — check Brian's current terms during booking.
How long do employment cases in Missouri typically take?
Simple employment matters can wrap in a few weeks; disputed cases can run 6–18 months from intake to resolution, longer if the matter goes to trial. Brian gives a realistic estimate for your facts at the consult — vague answers here are a red flag.
Can Brian take my case if I'm outside Kansas City?
Brian is licensed in Missouri. Matters governed by Missouri law are the natural fit. Out-of-state matters are handled case-by-case, sometimes with local co-counsel. Ask during intake — Brian will tell you if the case is a fit or refer you to someone closer to your court.
What should I bring to my first meeting with Brian?
Bring every document that touches the dispute: contracts, correspondence, police or medical reports, filed pleadings, invoices, photographs, insurance letters. Also bring a written timeline of what happened, in your own words. Brian will filter what matters — over-preparing at intake is always cheaper than needing a second meeting.
Is Brian accepting new employment clients right now?
Brian's intake status shifts week to week. Submit the form; the office will confirm availability or refer the matter out.
Areas served
Employment attorneys serving Kansas City, St Louis and Jefferson City in Missouri
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