Taylor Fields, Business Attorney in Kansas City, Missouri
Over 55 years of legal practice · focused on Business, Employment, and Litigation · 4.7/5 rating from 2 verified client reviews
Managing PartneratFields & Brown, LLC
Kansas City, MO
Practicing business in Kansas City since 1971.
- 55+
- Years practicing
- 4.7 ★
- 2 client reviews
- 3
- Bar admissions
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Taylor Fields is a managing partner based in Kansas City, MO. The practice focuses on Business, Employment, and Litigation. Taylor has over 55 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Fields & Brown, LLC. Rated 4.7 out of 5 from 2 client reviews.
- Based in
- Kansas City, MO
- Experience
- over 55 years
- Known for
- Business · Employment · Litigation
- Handles Business, Employment, and Litigation matters from Kansas City, MO.
- Over 55 years of practice as a licensed attorney.
- Recognized with AV Preeminent.
About Taylor Fields: Taylor Fields is a managing partner based in Kansas City, MO. The practice focuses on Business, Employment, and Litigation. Taylor has over 55 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Fields & Brown, LLC. Rated 4.7 out of 5 from 2 client reviews.
Areas of practice
Practice areas handled by Taylor Fields
Taylor concentrates on business, employment, and litigation. Each area below outlines the kind of case Taylor handles, typical outcomes to expect, and how the intake process starts.
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Business cases in Kansas City, Missouri
Taylor 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 Taylor agrees to represent you.
Employment cases in Kansas City, Missouri
Taylor takes employment 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 Taylor agrees to represent you.
Litigation cases in Kansas City, Missouri
Taylor 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 Taylor agrees to represent you.
Biography
About Taylor Fields — Over 55 years of Missouri business experience
Taylor Fields is a managing partner based in Kansas City, MO. The practice focuses on Business, Employment, and Litigation. Taylor has over 55 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Fields & Brown, LLC. Rated 4.7 out of 5 from 2 client reviews.
Taylor Fields is the founding member and the managing partner of Fields & Brown. Mr. Fields’ practice has been primarily in the areas of employment defense and labor relations. He has served as employment and labor counsel to the Kansas City Area Transportation Authority for more than 28 years. He also served in the same capacity for the Kansas City Missouri School District for more than 15 years and has defended employment claims for Fortune 500 companies. He has litigated numerous cases involving Title VII, Title IX, and Americans with Disabilities Act as well as under state employment discrimination laws. Mr. Fields also has extensive experience in commercial litigation. He has represented major governmental agencies and Fortune 100 companies in the defense of multi-million dollar class actions and complex multi-district litigation matters.
Bar Involvement
Taylor Fields is a member of the Missouri Bar and the State Bar of Michigan and is admitted to practice before federal district courts and courts of appeals, including the United States Supreme Court. He is a member of the Missouri Council of School Attorneys and the Employment Law Section of the American Bar Association. He was President of the Jackson County Bar Association and held offices in the National Bar Association and Kansas City Metropolitan Bar Association.
Community Involvement
Taylor Fields’ civic participation includes appointment to and service on the Board of Directors for the Greater Kansas City Convention and Visitor’s Association, and service on the Board of Directors of the Southern Christian Leadership Conference, the Salvation Army Bell Ringers, the YMCA, and Research Mental Health Center. He is Chairman of the Board of Directors of Black Archives of MidAmerica. He was elected to three terms on the Board of Education for Consolidated School District #4 in Jackson County, Missouri. He is founder of Harmony in Grandview, and served on the Board of Directors of Harmony of Greater Kansas City, which are organizations established to promote racial and ethnic harmony.
Awards and Recognition
The KCMBA selected Taylor Fields as a 2003 recipient of the prestigious Dean of the Trial Bar Award in recognition of his superb litigation skills and professional demeanor. Taylor Fields was designated a Super Lawyer in the area of employment law by Kansas City Magazine in its November issue every year since 2006. Mr. Fields was also the recipient of the 2010 Cora Walker Legacy Award from the National Bar Association and was inducted into the National Bar Association Hall of Fame.
Honors and Awards
• Super Lawyer 2006-2015, Employment Law
• Dean of Trial Bar Award
• Judge Lewis W. Clymer Award
• Cora Walker Legacy Award
• National Bar Association Hall of Fame
Article
• Disparities in Local Government Contracts, State of Black Kansas City, Urban League of Greater Kansas City, 2002
Professional Affiliations
• American Bar Association
• National Bar Association
• The Missouri Bar
• State Bar of Michigan
• Missouri Council of School Attorneys
• Kansas City Metropolitan Bar Association
• Jackson County Bar Association
Community Affiliations
• Chairman of the Board of Directors, Black Archives of MidAmerica
• Board of Directors, Greater Kansas City Convention and Visitor’s Association
• Board of Directors, Southern Christian Leadership Conference
• Board of Education for Consolidated School District #4 Jackson County, Missouri
• Founder, Harmony in Grandview
• Board of Directors, Harmony of Greater Kansas City
• Board of Directors University of Missouri School of Law Alumni Association
How Taylor handles business matters
Taylor Fields is the founding member and the managing partner of Fields & Brown. Mr. Fields’ practice has been primarily in the areas of employment defense and labor relations. He has served as employment and labor counsel to the Kansas City Area Transportation Authority for more than 28 years. He also served in the same capacity for the Kansas City Missouri School District for more than 15 years…
Who Taylor represents
Taylor reviews new inquiries case-by-case for business, employment, and litigation matters in Kansas City and the surrounding Missouri area.
Credentials
Taylor Fields's legal education and bar admissions
University of Missouri-Kansas City J.D.
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University of Missouri-Columbia B.S.
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Jurisdictions
Taylor's state bar admissions
United States Suprem
1999 · ACTIVE
Michigan
1972 · ACTIVE
Missouri
1971 · ACTIVE
Taylor studied at — in University of Missouri-Kansas City J.D. and — in University of Missouri-Columbia B.S..
Law school and academic background
Taylor completed — in University of Missouri-Kansas City J.D. and — in University of Missouri-Columbia B.S.. Formal legal training is one signal of substantive knowledge — the day-to-day practice Taylor runs in Missouri is where that training gets applied to real client questions.
Recognition
Awards, publications, and recognition of Taylor Fields
Taylor has received 1 formal recognition from bar associations, industry bodies, and peer-review services.
AV Preeminent
Legal awards and honors
AV Preeminent.
Locations
Taylor Fields's office in Kansas City
Taylor'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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Client reviews of Taylor Fields — 4.7/5 rating from 2 verified client reviews
Every review below is from a verified client of Taylor. Reviews cover communication, case outcome, and value — the three signals that matter most when comparing business attorneys in Kansas City.
4.7
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How to hire Taylor Fields — what to expect in your first consultation
Working with a new business attorney should feel structured. Here's how the first two conversations with Taylor usually go, from the moment you request a consult to the day representation begins.
Consultation formats and pricing
Taylor charges for the initial consult. That fee is credited toward representation if you retain Taylor'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; Taylor 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 Taylor
Taylor 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. Taylor confirms the model in the engagement letter before any work starts.
Payment methods and payment plans
Taylor'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 Taylor Fields
How much does it cost to hire Taylor for a business case?
Cost depends on the type of matter, the fee model (contingency, flat, hourly), and how contested the case becomes. Taylor walks through the likely range during the consult so there are no surprises.
Does Taylor offer a free consultation?
Taylor charges for the initial consult; that fee is credited toward representation if you retain Taylor's office. Some business attorneys offer free consults — check Taylor'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. Taylor gives a realistic estimate for your facts at the consult — vague answers here are a red flag.
Can Taylor take my case if I'm outside Kansas City?
Taylor 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 — Taylor 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 Taylor?
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. Taylor will filter what matters — over-preparing at intake is always cheaper than needing a second meeting.
Is Taylor accepting new business clients right now?
Taylor'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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