Ted D. Ayres, Civil Rights Attorney in Wichita, Kansas
Over 54 years of legal practice · focused on Civil Rights, Education, and Employment
Gen. Coun.
Wichita, KS
Practicing civil rights in Wichita since 1972.
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Ted D. Ayres is a gen. coun. based in Wichita, KS. The practice focuses on Civil Rights, Education, and Employment. Ted has over 54 years of legal experience.
- Based in
- Wichita, KS
- Experience
- over 54 years
- Known for
- Civil Rights · Education · Employment
- Handles Civil Rights, Education, and Employment matters from Wichita, KS.
- Over 54 years of practice as a licensed attorney.
About Ted D. Ayres: Ted D. Ayres is a gen. coun. based in Wichita, KS. The practice focuses on Civil Rights, Education, and Employment. Ted has over 54 years of legal experience.
Areas of practice
Ted's practice areas in Wichita
Ted concentrates on civil rights, education, and employment. Each area below outlines the kind of case Ted handles, typical outcomes to expect, and how the intake process starts.
Civil Rights
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Employment
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Civil Rights cases in Wichita, Kansas
Ted takes civil rights 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 Ted agrees to represent you.
Education cases in Wichita, Kansas
Ted takes education 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 Ted agrees to represent you.
Employment cases in Wichita, Kansas
Ted 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 Ted agrees to represent you.
Biography
Ted D. Ayres, civil rights attorney serving Wichita
Ted D. Ayres is a gen. coun. based in Wichita, KS. The practice focuses on Civil Rights, Education, and Employment. Ted has over 54 years of legal experience. Ted works from Wichita, Kansas and takes on civil rights matters across the region.
Ted D. Ayres is a lawyer practicing education law, employment law, constitutional law. Ted received a B.S.B.A. degree from Central Missouri State University in 1969, and has been licensed for 54 years. Ted practices in Wichita, KS.
Ted's approach to civil rights cases
Ted D. Ayres is a lawyer practicing education law, employment law, constitutional law. Ted received a B.S.B.A. degree from Central Missouri State University in 1969, and has been licensed for 54 years. Ted practices in Wichita, KS.
The kind of cases Ted takes
Ted reviews new inquiries case-by-case for civil rights, education, and employment matters in Wichita and the surrounding Kansas area.
Credentials
Credentials — where Ted studied and practices
University of Missouri, Columbia
J.D. · 1972
Central Missouri State University
B.S.B.A. · 1969
Jurisdictions
Ted's state bar admissions
Kansas
1987 · ACTIVE
Colorado
1984 · ACTIVE
Missouri
1972 · ACTIVE
Ted studied at J.D. in University of Missouri, Columbia and B.S.B.A. in Central Missouri State University.
Law school and academic background
Ted completed J.D. in University of Missouri, Columbia and B.S.B.A. in Central Missouri State University. Formal legal training is one signal of substantive knowledge — the day-to-day practice Ted runs in Kansas is where that training gets applied to real client questions.
Locations
Ted D. Ayres's office in Wichita
Ted's primary office is at 1845 Fairmount St, Wichita, KS, 67260-0143. In-person meetings are by appointment; a phone intake usually comes first.
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How to hire Ted D. Ayres — what to expect in your first consultation
Working with a new civil rights attorney should feel structured. Here's how the first two conversations with Ted usually go, from the moment you request a consult to the day representation begins.
Consultation formats and pricing
Ted charges for the initial consult. That fee is credited toward representation if you retain Ted'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; Ted will tell you what matters and what doesn't.
Questions to ask a civil rights attorney in Wichita, Kansas
A short list to run through before you commit: How many civil rights 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 Ted
Ted 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.
Hourly rates, contingency fees, and flat-fee options
Every civil rights 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. Ted confirms the model in the engagement letter before any work starts.
Payment methods and payment plans
Ted's office accepts standard payment methods. Ask about payment plans if the retainer is a stretch — many civil rights practices work with clients on structured schedules.
Frequently asked
Frequently asked questions about Ted D. Ayres
How much does it cost to hire Ted for a civil rights case?
Cost depends on the type of matter, the fee model (contingency, flat, hourly), and how contested the case becomes. Ted walks through the likely range during the consult so there are no surprises.
Does Ted offer a free consultation?
Ted charges for the initial consult; that fee is credited toward representation if you retain Ted's office. Some civil rights attorneys offer free consults — check Ted'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. Ted gives a realistic estimate for your facts at the consult — vague answers here are a red flag.
Can Ted take my case if I'm outside Wichita?
Ted 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 — Ted 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 Ted?
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. Ted will filter what matters — over-preparing at intake is always cheaper than needing a second meeting.
Is Ted accepting new civil rights clients right now?
Ted's intake status shifts week to week. Submit the form; the office will confirm availability or refer the matter out.
Areas served
Civil Rights attorneys serving Wichita, Overland Park and Topeka in Kansas
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