
Eric B. Metz, Business Attorney in Wichita, Kansas
Over 46 years of legal practice · focused on Business, Employment, and General · 4.9/5 rating from 4 verified client reviews
Of CounselatTriplett Woolf Garretson, LLC
Wichita, KS
Practicing business in Wichita since 1980.
- 46+
- Years practicing
- 4.9 ★
- 4 client reviews
- 2
- Bar admissions
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Eric B. Metz is an of counsel based in Wichita, KS. The practice focuses on Business, Employment, and General. Eric has over 46 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Triplett Woolf Garretson, LLC. Rated 4.9 out of 5 from 4 client reviews.
- Based in
- Wichita, KS
- Experience
- over 46 years
- Known for
- Business · Employment · General
- Handles Business, Employment, and General matters from Wichita, KS.
- Over 46 years of practice as a licensed attorney.
- Recognized with AV Preeminent.
About Eric B. Metz: Eric B. Metz is an of counsel based in Wichita, KS. The practice focuses on Business, Employment, and General. Eric has over 46 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Triplett Woolf Garretson, LLC. Rated 4.9 out of 5 from 4 client reviews.
Areas of practice
Legal matters Eric takes on
Eric concentrates on business, employment, general, and litigation. Each area below outlines the kind of case Eric handles, typical outcomes to expect, and how the intake process starts.
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Business cases in Wichita, Kansas
Eric takes business matters in Wichita, 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 Eric agrees to represent you.
Employment cases in Wichita, Kansas
Eric takes employment matters in Wichita, 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 Eric agrees to represent you.
General cases in Wichita, Kansas
Eric takes general matters in Wichita, 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 Eric agrees to represent you.
Litigation cases in Wichita, Kansas
Eric takes litigation matters in Wichita, 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 Eric agrees to represent you.
Biography
Meet Eric B. Metz — business lawyer in Wichita
Eric B. Metz is an of counsel based in Wichita, KS. The practice focuses on Business, Employment, and General. Eric has over 46 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Triplett Woolf Garretson, LLC. Rated 4.9 out of 5 from 4 client reviews.
Eric Metz assists clients in all matters relating to employment relations, with his practice focused on preventive consultation and helping employers with federal, state and local employment law compliance, employment contract drafting and negotiation, as well as implementing and drafting personnel policies, employee handbooks, severance and release agreements, and noncompetition agreements. He also handles litigation before state and federal courts and administrative agencies, including claims relating to disability, age, sex, race and religious discrimination, harassment, wrongful discharge matters, wage and hour issues, contract disputes, and noncompetition matters.
Mr. Metz also has over 30 years of experience in a variety of litigation matters, including a wide variety of business and contract disputes, as well as real estate and insurance matters. In addition, he is experienced in education law, having represented a private university as its primary counsel for almost 25 years. Mr. Metz has received the Martindale-Hubbell Law Directory's highest "AV" rating for lawyers, reflecting exemplary professional expertise, and has been selected by his peers for inclusion in The Best Lawyers in America in the field of labor and employment law. He has also been selected for inclusion in "Missouri & Kansas Super Lawyers", and he is designated by Chambers USA as one of "Kansas' leading lawyers for labor and employment."
How Eric handles business matters
Eric Metz assists clients in all matters relating to employment relations, with his practice focused on preventive consultation and helping employers with federal, state and local employment law compliance, employment contract drafting and negotiation, as well as implementing and drafting personnel policies, employee handbooks, severance and release agreements, and noncompetition agreements. He…
The kind of cases Eric takes
Eric reviews new inquiries case-by-case for business, employment, and general matters in Wichita and the surrounding Kansas area.
Credentials
Education, bar admissions, and languages
University of Kansas
J.D. · 1980
Friends University
B.A. · 1977
Jurisdictions
Eric's state bar admissions
U.S. District Court,
1980 · ACTIVE
Kansas
1980 · ACTIVE
Eric studied at J.D. in University of Kansas and B.A. in Friends University.
Law school and academic background
Eric completed J.D. in University of Kansas and B.A. in Friends University. Formal legal training is one signal of substantive knowledge — the day-to-day practice Eric runs in Kansas is where that training gets applied to real client questions.
Recognition
Recognition and thought leadership
Eric has received 1 formal recognition from bar associations, industry bodies, and peer-review services.
AV Preeminent
Legal awards and honors
AV Preeminent.
Affiliations
Eric's professional memberships and bar associations
Kansas, Wichita and American Bar Associations Kansas Association of Defense Counsel Defense Research Institute National Association of College and University Attorneys
membership
Locations
Eric B. Metz's office in Wichita
Eric's primary office is at 2959 North Rock Road, Suite 300, Wichita, KS, 67226. In-person meetings are by appointment; a phone intake usually comes first.
Triplett Woolf Garretson, LLC
2959 North Rock Road, Suite 300
Wichita, KS 67226
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Client reviews of Eric B. Metz — 4.9/5 rating from 4 verified client reviews
Every review below is from a verified client of Eric. Reviews cover communication, case outcome, and value — the three signals that matter most when comparing business attorneys in Wichita.
4.9
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How to hire Eric B. Metz — what to expect in your first consultation
Working with a new business attorney should feel structured. Here's how the first two conversations with Eric usually go, from the moment you request a consult to the day representation begins.
Consultation formats and pricing
Eric charges for the initial consult. That fee is credited toward representation if you retain Eric'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; Eric will tell you what matters and what doesn't.
Questions to ask a business attorney in Wichita, Kansas
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 Eric
Eric 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. Eric confirms the model in the engagement letter before any work starts.
Payment methods and payment plans
Eric'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 Eric B. Metz
How much does it cost to hire Eric for a business case?
Cost depends on the type of matter, the fee model (contingency, flat, hourly), and how contested the case becomes. Eric walks through the likely range during the consult so there are no surprises.
Does Eric offer a free consultation?
Eric charges for the initial consult; that fee is credited toward representation if you retain Eric's office. Some business attorneys offer free consults — check Eric's current terms during booking.
How long do business cases in Kansas 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. Eric gives a realistic estimate for your facts at the consult — vague answers here are a red flag.
Can Eric take my case if I'm outside Wichita?
Eric 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 — Eric 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 Eric?
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. Eric will filter what matters — over-preparing at intake is always cheaper than needing a second meeting.
Is Eric accepting new business clients right now?
Eric'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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