Martin, Pringle, Oliver, Wallace & Bauer, L.L.P. is a regional firm with offices in Wichita and Overland Park (Kansas City), Kansas. The firm was formed by Robert Martin and the late Kenneth Pringle in Wichita in the 1951. Today, 43 lawyers practice in the two offices. Lawyers in the firm are graduates of law schools in Colorado, Kansas, Minnesota, New York, Oklahoma, Texas, Pennsylvania and Washington D.C.
SETS MARTIN PRINGLE APART
Martin, Pringle, Oliver, Wallace & Bauer, L.L.P. performs a wide range of legal services for a diverse group of clients. We believe that legal representation should be both high quality, cost-effective, and should be marked by a concern for the client’s broader objectives, whether the business goals of a company, or the personal or financial goals of an individual.
MISSION
Under the leadership of Mr. Martin and Mr. Pringle, the firm has grown by expanding and diversifying its practice, both nationally and internationally, into a full-service law firm. Our goals and mission can be stated as follows:
- To service our clients by delivering nothing less than the highest quality work product that can be generated.
- To serve as zealous advocates of our clients’ positions, always acting well within the bounds of ethical conduct.
- As professionals, to be fair and honest in our dealings with clients, the courts, our adversaries, and others with whom we do business.
- To be selective in our associations within the firm, to assure that all who take part in our practice adhere to the firm’s traditions and standards of quality, ethics and honesty.
- To create an environment in which we enjoy and are stimulated by the practice of law, and by our associations with those within the firm.
EXCEPTIONAL TRIAL EXPERIENCE
The litigating partners at Martin, Pringle have tried hundreds of cases, including many of the most complex in their fields. Our litigators’ vast trial experience results in more focused strategies, and a more disciplined, cost-effective discovery and preparation process. Our willingness to go to trial, and ability to realistically assess the merits of a case, can also increase the chances for a favorable settlement. As our records show, we are accustomed not only to trying cases, but delivering the results our clients want.
THE ABILITY TO HANDLE THE MOST COMPLEX MATTERS
Because Martin, Pringle combines specialization with a broad general practice, we can handle matters involving both intensive expertise and an extensive variety of legal knowledge. Our firm has ample resources. The firm does not have rigidly defined practice areas. The division of work within the firm promotes efficiencies and expertise, allows the firm to provide highly competent representation for clients and allows the lawyers to retain control over the nature of their practice. It is the policy of the firm to handle all work in the most efficient and cost-effective manner possible. Associates and legal assistants are used whenever appropriate to keep legal expenses as economical as possible.
AN UNDERSTANDING OF THE LATEST DEVELOPMENTS
Martin, Pringle lawyers keep themselves informed of the latest in their legal specialties. For example, the firm is actively involved with the following organizations; The International Association of Defense Counsel (IADC), Defense Research Institute (DRI), Kansas Association of Defense Counsel, Products Liability Advisory Counsel (PLAC) to name a few.
Service Experience
With our exceptional depth of experience gained over the years, we have the expertise to advise our clients at all levels, including cases which have been argued to the Supreme Court of Kansas. Our firm stands ready to assist clients with all aspects of their businesses. Our depth of experience in aggressively defending our clients permits us to provide representation to both large and small businesses, and individuals.
Technology
The firm is committed to the use of computers in the practice of law.
Our attorneys use technology to gain efficiency and reduce costs during trial preparation, and to make the most convincing presentation in court. Our use of computers and information systems enhances not only the quality of our work, but also our ability to communicate with clients.
A COMMITMENT TO CLIENT RELATIONSHIPS
Martin, Pringle measures its success not only by the firm’s own longevity but by that of its client relationships. It is not unusual for clients to stay with us for decades; often a relationship that begins in one specialty practice grows into others, where we provide the same high quality, cost-effective services. Between specific matters, we take a continuing interest in our clients' affairs, keeping them abreast of developments that we feel affect their interests. Whether providing counsel in one area or across a wide range, over time we build their trust.
FINAL NOTE
A law partnership should be more than just a set of technical skills. It should be a compatible group of people providing legal resources clients need, all at the highest standards of excellence and at reasonable cost. For more than 50 years, a wide variety of businesses and individuals have found Martin, Pringle, Oliver, Wallace & Bauer, L.L.P. to offer not only the expertise but also the people, values, and style of operation that gives them comfort and confidence.
Practice Area
Martin, Pringle engages in general civil, trial and appellate practice in a wide range of areas, including aviation law, business and commercial law, employment law, including workers compensation defense, medical malpractice defense, environmental law, insurance defense law, insurance coverage disputes, oil and gas law, products liability, construction law and personal injury, including automobile defense. Lawyers in the firm also have experience in the areas of bond failure and condemnation. The firm’s practice includes a considerable amount of litigation in federal and state courts, including many proceedings outside the State of Kansas.
In addition to the litigation practice, Martin, Pringle has a significant business practice. The services provided include counseling and representation in the areas of business planning, business incorporations and reorganizations, franchising, intellectual property issues, mergers and acquisitions, bankruptcy, immigration and taxation.
The firm also has lawyers who practice adoption, banking law, collections and estate planning. The firm does not have rigidly defined practice areas. This division of professional work within the firm promotes efficiency and expertise, allows the firm to provide highly competent representation for clients and allows the lawyers to retain control over the nature of their practice. It is the policy of the firm to handle all work in the most efficient and cost effective manner possible.
Associates and legal assistants are used whenever appropriate to keep legal expenses as economical as possible.
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