Charles R. Brown, Business Attorney in Kansas City, Missouri
Over 49 years of legal practice · focused on Business, Insurance, and Litigation · 5.0/5 rating from 1 verified client review
Senior PartneratFields & Brown, LLC
Kansas City, MO
Practicing business in Kansas City since 1977.
- 49+
- Years practicing
- 5.0 ★
- 1 client review
- 2
- Bar admissions
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Charles R. Brown is a senior partner based in Kansas City, MO. The practice focuses on Business, Insurance, and Litigation. Charles has over 49 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Fields & Brown, LLC. Rated 5.0 out of 5 from 1 client review.
- Based in
- Kansas City, MO
- Experience
- over 49 years
- Known for
- Business · Insurance · Litigation
- Handles Business, Insurance, and Litigation matters from Kansas City, MO.
- Over 49 years of practice as a licensed attorney.
- Recognized with AV Preeminent.
About Charles R. Brown: Charles R. Brown is a senior partner based in Kansas City, MO. The practice focuses on Business, Insurance, and Litigation. Charles has over 49 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Fields & Brown, LLC. Rated 5.0 out of 5 from 1 client review.
Areas of practice
Legal matters Charles takes on
Charles concentrates on business, insurance, litigation, and workers comp. Each area below outlines the kind of case Charles handles, typical outcomes to expect, and how the intake process starts.
Business
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Insurance
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Litigation
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Workers Comp
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Business cases in Kansas City, Missouri
Charles takes business 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 Charles agrees to represent you.
Insurance cases in Kansas City, Missouri
Charles takes insurance 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 Charles agrees to represent you.
Litigation cases in Kansas City, Missouri
Charles 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 Charles agrees to represent you.
Workers Comp cases in Kansas City, Missouri
Charles takes workers comp 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 Charles agrees to represent you.
Biography
Meet Charles R. Brown — business lawyer in Kansas City
Charles R. Brown is a senior partner based in Kansas City, MO. The practice focuses on Business, Insurance, and Litigation. Charles has over 49 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Fields & Brown, LLC. Rated 5.0 out of 5 from 1 client review.
Charles R. Brown is a founding member and senior partner of Fields & Brown. Mr. Brown began developing his litigation skills in the 1980s by working as an attorney for the Office of State Public Defender. He was lead counsel in numerous high profile trials, including several capital murder trials. In addition, Mr. Brown served as an assistant prosecuting attorney for the Jackson County Prosecutor’s Office and as special prosecutor for Jackson County.
During his 37 years of experience, he has prosecuted and defended as many jury trials of all types as any attorney in Jackson County, Missouri. In 1987, Mr. Fields and Mr. Brown established Fields & Brown. As a result of his vast trial experience, Mr. Brown has been involved in most of the complex litigation matters handled by Fields & Brown during the past 25 years. Currently, Mr. Brown manages the workers’ compensation and insurance practice areas of the firm. On average, he is responsible for overseeing more than 300 open workers’ compensation and personal injury matters. As such, during the past 37 years, Mr. Brown has tried more than 100 jury trials to verdict and has conducted numerous workers’ compensation hearings. Additionally, Mr. Brown has often been asked to provide demonstrations of various trial techniques for students at the University of Missouri Kansas City School of Law.
Bar Involvement
Charles Brown is a member of the Missouri Bar Association and is admitted to practice before federal district courts and courts of appeals, including the United States Supreme Court. He has been a speaker at the Missouri Bar Annual Law Update regarding recent Workers’ Compensation decisions, and he has served on the Regional Disciplinary Committee for Jackson County. Also, he is a former Vice Chair of the Workers’ Compensation Committee of the Kansas City Metropolitan Bar Association.
Community Involvement
Charles Brown has contributed several years of service to the Board of Directors of Camps for Kids and the Brookside Care Center for battered women. In addition, Mr. Brown serves on the advisory committee of the Kansas City Metro Junior Golf Club and participates regularly in golf events to raise funds for charitable organizations. He is also on the advisory board of the Interscholastic League Athletic Alumni Association (ILAAA). The ILAAA’s primary goal is to enrich the lives of Kansas City School District student athletes through financial, developmental, emotional, and historical support through the resources of its members. He also volunteers time at local schools tutoring, teaching and judging debates and mock trials.
Community Affiliations
• Board of Directors, Camps for Kids
• Advisory Committee, Kansas City Metro Junior Golf Club
• Advisory Committee, Interscholastic League Athletic Alumni Association
• Board of Directors Brookside Care Center
Honors and Awards
• 2014 Top Rated Lawyer in Insurance Law by American Lawyer Media and Martindale-Hubbell
Professional Affiliations
• American Bar Association
• National Bar Association
• The Missouri Bar
• Kansas City Metropolitan Bar Association
• Jackson County Bar Association
How Charles handles business matters
Charles R. Brown is a founding member and senior partner of Fields & Brown. Mr. Brown began developing his litigation skills in the 1980s by working as an attorney for the Office of State Public Defender. He was lead counsel in numerous high profile trials, including several capital murder trials. In addition, Mr. Brown served as an assistant prosecuting attorney for the Jackson County…
Who Charles represents
Charles reviews new inquiries case-by-case for business, insurance, and litigation matters in Kansas City and the surrounding Missouri area.
Credentials
Education, bar admissions, and languages
University of Iowa School of Law J.D.
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Graceland College B.A. cum laude
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Jurisdictions
Charles's state bar admissions
U.S. Supreme Court U
1999 · ACTIVE
Missouri
1977 · ACTIVE
Charles studied at — in University of Iowa School of Law J.D. and — in Graceland College B.A. cum laude.
Law school and academic background
Charles completed — in University of Iowa School of Law J.D. and — in Graceland College B.A. cum laude. Formal legal training is one signal of substantive knowledge — the day-to-day practice Charles runs in Missouri is where that training gets applied to real client questions.
Recognition
Recognition and thought leadership
Charles has received 1 formal recognition from bar associations, industry bodies, and peer-review services.
AV Preeminent
Legal awards and honors
AV Preeminent.
Locations
Charles R. Brown's office in Kansas City
Charles's primary office is at City Center Square, 1100 Main Street, Suite 1600, Kansas City, MO, 64105. In-person meetings are by appointment; a phone intake usually comes first.
Fields & Brown, LLC
City Center Square, 1100 Main Street, Suite 1600
Kansas City, MO 64105
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How to hire Charles R. Brown — what to expect in your first consultation
Working with a new business attorney should feel structured. Here's how the first two conversations with Charles usually go, from the moment you request a consult to the day representation begins.
Consultation formats and pricing
Charles charges for the initial consult. That fee is credited toward representation if you retain Charles'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; Charles will tell you what matters and what doesn't.
Questions to ask a business attorney in Kansas City, Missouri
A short list to run through before you commit: How many business 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 Charles
Charles discusses fees during intake so the arrangement fits the matter. Contingency, hourly, and flat-fee options are all common in business practice — ask which fits.
Hourly rates, contingency fees, and flat-fee options
Every business 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. Charles confirms the model in the engagement letter before any work starts.
Payment methods and payment plans
Charles's office accepts standard payment methods. Ask about payment plans if the retainer is a stretch — many business practices work with clients on structured schedules.
Frequently asked
Frequently asked questions about Charles R. Brown
How much does it cost to hire Charles for a business case?
Cost depends on the type of matter, the fee model (contingency, flat, hourly), and how contested the case becomes. Charles walks through the likely range during the consult so there are no surprises.
Does Charles offer a free consultation?
Charles charges for the initial consult; that fee is credited toward representation if you retain Charles's office. Some business attorneys offer free consults — check Charles's current terms during booking.
How long do business cases in Missouri typically take?
Simple business 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. Charles gives a realistic estimate for your facts at the consult — vague answers here are a red flag.
Can Charles take my case if I'm outside Kansas City?
Charles 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 — Charles 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 Charles?
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. Charles will filter what matters — over-preparing at intake is always cheaper than needing a second meeting.
Is Charles accepting new business clients right now?
Charles's intake status shifts week to week. Submit the form; the office will confirm availability or refer the matter out.
Areas served
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