
Justen Peter Phelps, Business Attorney in Wichita, Kansas
Over 20 years of legal practice · focused on Business, Construction, and Consumer
AttorneyatGibson Watson Marino LLC
Wichita, KS
Practicing business in Wichita since 2006.
- 20+
- Years practicing
- 2
- Bar admissions
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Justen Peter Phelps is an attorney based in Wichita, KS. The practice focuses on Business, Construction, and Consumer. Justen has over 20 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Gibson Watson Marino LLC.
- Based in
- Wichita, KS
- Experience
- over 20 years
- Known for
- Business · Construction · Consumer
- Handles Business, Construction, and Consumer matters from Wichita, KS.
- Over 20 years of practice as a licensed attorney.
About Justen Peter Phelps: Justen Peter Phelps is an attorney based in Wichita, KS. The practice focuses on Business, Construction, and Consumer. Justen has over 20 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Gibson Watson Marino LLC.
Areas of practice
Practice areas handled by Justen Peter Phelps
Justen concentrates on business, construction, consumer, general, and government. Each area below outlines the kind of case Justen handles, typical outcomes to expect, and how the intake process starts.
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Litigation
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Medical Malpractice
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Personal Injury
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Business cases in Wichita, Kansas
Justen 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 Justen agrees to represent you.
Construction cases in Wichita, Kansas
Justen takes construction 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 Justen agrees to represent you.
Consumer cases in Wichita, Kansas
Justen takes consumer 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 Justen agrees to represent you.
General cases in Wichita, Kansas
Justen 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 Justen agrees to represent you.
Government cases in Wichita, Kansas
Justen takes government 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 Justen agrees to represent you.
Biography
About Justen Peter Phelps — Over 20 years of Kansas business experience
Justen Peter Phelps is an attorney based in Wichita, KS. The practice focuses on Business, Construction, and Consumer. Justen has over 20 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Gibson Watson Marino LLC.
Justen Peter Phelps is a lawyer practicing medical malpractice defense, insurance defense, person injury defense and 8 other areas of law. Justen received a B.A. degree from University of Kansas, and has been licensed for 20 years. Justen practices at Gibson Watson Marino LLC in Wichita, KS.
Working with Justen on a business matter
Justen Peter Phelps is a lawyer practicing medical malpractice defense, insurance defense, person injury defense and 8 other areas of law. Justen received a B.A. degree from University of Kansas, and has been licensed for 20 years. Justen practices at Gibson Watson Marino LLC in Wichita, KS.
Who Justen represents
Justen reviews new inquiries case-by-case for business, construction, and consumer matters in Wichita and the surrounding Kansas area.
Credentials
Justen Peter Phelps's legal education and bar admissions
Ave Maria School of Law
J.D. · 2006
University of Kansas B.A. History
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Jurisdictions
Justen's state bar admissions
Missouri U.S. Distri
2007 · ACTIVE
Kansas
2006 · ACTIVE
Justen studied at J.D. in Ave Maria School of Law and — in University of Kansas B.A. History.
Law school and academic background
Justen completed J.D. in Ave Maria School of Law and — in University of Kansas B.A. History. Formal legal training is one signal of substantive knowledge — the day-to-day practice Justen runs in Kansas is where that training gets applied to real client questions.
Affiliations
Justen's professional memberships and bar associations
Wichita Bar Association Kansas Bar Association Kansas Association of Hospital Attorneys Kansas Association of Defense Counsel DRI
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Locations
Justen Peter Phelps's office in Wichita
Justen's primary office is at 301 N. Main, Suite 1300, Wichita, KS, 67202. In-person meetings are by appointment; a phone intake usually comes first.
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How to hire Justen Peter Phelps — what to expect in your first consultation
Working with a new business attorney should feel structured. Here's how the first two conversations with Justen usually go, from the moment you request a consult to the day representation begins.
Consultation formats and pricing
Justen charges for the initial consult. That fee is credited toward representation if you retain Justen'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; Justen 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 Justen
Justen 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. Justen confirms the model in the engagement letter before any work starts.
Payment methods and payment plans
Justen'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 Justen Peter Phelps
How much does it cost to hire Justen for a business case?
Cost depends on the type of matter, the fee model (contingency, flat, hourly), and how contested the case becomes. Justen walks through the likely range during the consult so there are no surprises.
Does Justen offer a free consultation?
Justen charges for the initial consult; that fee is credited toward representation if you retain Justen's office. Some business attorneys offer free consults — check Justen'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. Justen gives a realistic estimate for your facts at the consult — vague answers here are a red flag.
Can Justen take my case if I'm outside Wichita?
Justen 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 — Justen 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 Justen?
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. Justen will filter what matters — over-preparing at intake is always cheaper than needing a second meeting.
Is Justen accepting new business clients right now?
Justen'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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