Margie Wakefield, Civil Rights Attorney in Lawrence, Kansas

Margie concentrates on civil rights, criminal defense, family law, general, and litigation. Each area below outlines the kind of case Margie handles, typical outcomes to expect, and how the intake process starts.

• Civil Rights

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• Criminal Defense

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• Family Law

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• Litigation

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Margie's primary office is at 901 Kentucky St., Ste. 206, Lawrence, KS, 66044. In-person meetings are by appointment; a phone intake usually comes first.

Working with a new civil rights attorney should feel structured. Here's how the first two conversations with Margie usually go, from the moment you request a consult to the day representation begins.

Margie discusses fees during intake so the arrangement fits the matter. Contingency, hourly, and flat-fee options are all common in civil rights practice — ask which fits.

• How much does it cost to hire Margie for a civil rights case?

  Cost depends on the type of matter, the fee model (contingency, flat, hourly), and how contested the case becomes. Margie walks through the likely range during the consult so there are no surprises.

• Does Margie offer a free consultation?

  Margie charges for the initial consult; that fee is credited toward representation if you retain Margie's office. Some civil rights attorneys offer free consults — check Margie's current terms during booking.

• How long do civil rights cases in Kansas typically take?

  Simple civil rights 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. Margie gives a realistic estimate for your facts at the consult — vague answers here are a red flag.

• Can Margie take my case if I'm outside Lawrence?

  Margie 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 — Margie 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 Margie?

  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. Margie will filter what matters — over-preparing at intake is always cheaper than needing a second meeting.

• Is Margie accepting new civil rights clients right now?

  Margie's intake status shifts week to week. Submit the form; the office will confirm availability or refer the matter out.