Daniel B. "Dan" Boatright, Employment Attorney in Overland Park, Kansas
Overland Park, KS
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Daniel B. "Dan" Boatright is an attorney based in Overland Park, KANSAS. The practice focuses on Employment.
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- Handles Employment matters from Overland Park, KANSAS.
- Recognized with Lawyer of the Year — Employment Law - Management, Kansas City (KS) (2026).
About Daniel B. "Dan" Boatright: Daniel B. "Dan" Boatright is an attorney based in Overland Park, KANSAS. The practice focuses on Employment.
Areas of practice
Practice areas handled by Daniel B. "Dan" Boatright
Daniel concentrates on employment. Each area below outlines the kind of case Daniel handles, typical outcomes to expect, and how the intake process starts.
Employment cases in Overland Park, Kansas
Daniel takes employment matters in Overland Park, Kansas. Typical engagements include intake calls to scope the issue, review of any records or filings you already have, and a written strategy memo before Daniel agrees to represent you.
Biography
About Daniel B. "Dan" Boatright — Attorney of Kansas employment experience
Daniel B. "Dan" Boatright is an attorney based in Overland Park, KANSAS. The practice focuses on Employment.
Dan Boatright has represented employers in hundreds of matters in state and federal courts, primarily in Missouri and Kansas, and before administrative agencies such as the Equal Employment Opportunity Commission and the Department of Labor. Working with restaurants, retailers, and public sector employers, he has experience with claims across the full spectrum of employment law, including defense of numerous multiple plaintiff and collective/class action lawsuits. He has specific expertise with claims involving:
- The Fair Labor Standards Act
- The Age Discrimination in Employment Act
- Title VII
- The Americans with Disabilities Act
- The Missouri Human Rights Act
- The Kansas Act Against Discrimination
Dan also regularly counsels employers in a wide range of industries on compliance with employment laws and provides management training on anti-harassment and other matters. Additionally, he serves as a member of Littler Mendelson's Publications Review Committee.
Before joining Littler, Dan practiced employment law exclusively on behalf of management for 19 years. Prior to that, he practiced as an architect for two years.
Daniel's approach to employment cases
Dan Boatright has represented employers in hundreds of matters in state and federal courts, primarily in Missouri and Kansas, and before administrative agencies such as the Equal Employment Opportunity Commission and the Department of Labor. Working with restaurants, retailers, and public sector employers, he has experience with claims across the full spectrum of employment law, including defense…
Clients Daniel works with
Daniel reviews new inquiries case-by-case for employment matters in Overland Park and the surrounding Kansas area.
Credentials
Daniel B. "Dan" Boatright's legal education and bar admissions
University of Missouri - Kansas City School of Law
J.D. · 1991
Jurisdictions
Daniel's state bar admissions
Kansas, Kansas Bar A
ACTIVE
Missouri, The Missou
ACTIVE
Daniel studied at J.D. in University of Missouri - Kansas City School of Law.
Law school and academic background
Daniel completed J.D. in University of Missouri - Kansas City School of Law. Formal legal training is one signal of substantive knowledge — the day-to-day practice Daniel runs in Kansas is where that training gets applied to real client questions.
Recognition
Awards, publications, and recognition of Daniel B. "Dan" Boatright
Daniel has received 9 formal recognitions from bar associations, industry bodies, and peer-review services.
Lawyer of the Year — Employment Law - Management, Kansas City (KS)
2026
Lawyer of the Year — Labor Law - Management, Kansas City (KS)
2025
Lawyer of the Year — Labor Law - Management, Kansas City (KS)
2022
Lawyer of the Year — Employment Law - Management, Kansas City (KS)
2019
Best Lawyers in America — Employment Law - Management
2026
Best Lawyers in America — Labor Law - Management
2026
Best Lawyers in America — Awards:
2026
Best Lawyers in America — Named, Super Lawyer - Kansas and Missouri
2026
Best Lawyers in America — Named, America's Leading Lawyers for Business - Chambers USA, 2012 and 2013
2026
Legal awards and honors
Lawyer of the Year — Employment Law - Management, Kansas City (KS) (2026). Lawyer of the Year — Labor Law - Management, Kansas City (KS) (2025). Lawyer of the Year — Labor Law - Management, Kansas City (KS) (2022). Lawyer of the Year — Employment Law - Management, Kansas City (KS) (2019). Best Lawyers in America — Employment Law - Management (2026). Best Lawyers in America — Labor Law - Management (2026).
Locations
Daniel B. "Dan" Boatright's office in Overland Park
Daniel's primary office is at 7381 West 133rd Street, Overland Park, Kansas, 66213. In-person meetings are by appointment; a phone intake usually comes first.
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How to hire Daniel B. "Dan" Boatright — what to expect in your first consultation
Working with a new employment attorney should feel structured. Here's how the first two conversations with Daniel usually go, from the moment you request a consult to the day representation begins.
Consultation formats and pricing
Daniel charges for the initial consult. That fee is credited toward representation if you retain Daniel'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; Daniel will tell you what matters and what doesn't.
Questions to ask a employment attorney in Overland Park, Kansas
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 Daniel
Daniel 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. Daniel confirms the model in the engagement letter before any work starts.
Payment methods and payment plans
Daniel'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 Daniel B. "Dan" Boatright
How much does it cost to hire Daniel for a employment case?
Cost depends on the type of matter, the fee model (contingency, flat, hourly), and how contested the case becomes. Daniel walks through the likely range during the consult so there are no surprises.
Does Daniel offer a free consultation?
Daniel charges for the initial consult; that fee is credited toward representation if you retain Daniel's office. Some employment attorneys offer free consults — check Daniel's current terms during booking.
How long do employment cases in Kansas 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. Daniel gives a realistic estimate for your facts at the consult — vague answers here are a red flag.
Can Daniel take my case if I'm outside Overland Park?
Daniel is licensed in Kansas. Matters governed by Kansas law are the natural fit. Out-of-state matters are handled case-by-case, sometimes with local co-counsel. Ask during intake — Daniel 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 Daniel?
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. Daniel will filter what matters — over-preparing at intake is always cheaper than needing a second meeting.
Is Daniel accepting new employment clients right now?
Daniel'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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