Merger will create KC area’s newest IP law firm
Two Kansas City-area law firms specializing in intellectual property will combine at the new year, creating an operation with 13 attorneys and with business worldwide.
View ArticleHandling aviation cases like Kobe Bryant’s elevates KC’s Robb & Robb
Anita and Gary Robb have been handling aviation cases at Robb & Robb for decades, building their reputation with each resolution of a high-profile lawsuit, from the late NBA star to former Missouri...
View ArticleExclusive: Armstrong Teasdale's new KC leader looks to build a new...
"We're looking to add attorneys not only to deepen our bench, but also to add attorneys who do interesting legal work that will allow us to not only grow in numbers but in reputation here in Kansas...
View ArticleCover Story: Blacks and access to capital — 'This is systemic racism'
Black-owned firms seeking capital are only half as likely as their white counterparts to obtain funding, creating a "deeply rooted systemic problem." But a new Kansas City program aims to do something...
View ArticleCBIZ expert: It's not too late for small biz to maximize tax savings for 2021
A local tax professional shares a few tips that could still help business owners knock down their tax bill a bit before the end of the year.
View ArticleSEC will permanently ban OP stock promoter for violating suspension
After Alexander Kon received a one-year suspension for failing to heed disclosure rules, the SEC says he began violating the order the first day it took effect and continued to do so for its entire...
View ArticleBMO reaches agreement to acquire Bank of the West
If the deal is approved, BMO Harris Bank's merger with Bank of the West would substantially expand the bank's presence in the Kansas City area.
View ArticleFinancial execs: Cerner sale could spread the wealth — literally— to KC startups
Kansas City startups and venture capital firms stand to benefit from Cerner Corp.'s sale. Former Cerner executives can lend connections and capital to companies trying to get off the ground, financial...
View ArticlePandemic puts employment laws in regular flux, drives bump in lawsuits
With compliance issues related to vaccination, paid leave, remote work and other employment law issues in a constant state of change, it's more important than ever for employers to stay up to date as...
View ArticleComplementary branches may spare job cuts in BMO, Bank of the West deal
The Kansas City area branch networks for BMO Harris Bank and Bank of the West fit together perfectly, creating a great opportunity for additional growth if the merger is approved.
View ArticleOverland Park adoption agency sues rival for unfair competition
Based in Overland Park, one of the nation's largest adoption agencies is suing a rival, claiming unfair competition and trademark infringement.
View ArticleKC lawyer tackles tricky compliance questions on Covid benefits
The pandemic created a lot of challenges for employee benefit plan compliance, and a Kansas City lawyer is guiding employers through the ever changing situation.
View ArticleCreative Planning's deal in Cincinnati kicks off Midwest-focused M&A in 2022
Creative Planning CEO Peter Mallouk plans another busy year of mergers and acquisitions, with a particular focus on the Midwest. He kicked things off by adding $300 million in assets by acquiring a...
View ArticleBaum Capital Partners exits from its first investment
Baum Capital Partners successfully exited from its very first investment, a recapitalization of Las Vegas-based Goettl Air Conditioning.
View ArticleKansas City Monarchs sign multiyear sponsorship deal with Swope Health
Swope Health sees a new multiyear partnership with the Kansas City Monarchs as a way to better tell the story of its 40-year history in Wyandotte County.
View ArticleMassive data breach at T-Mobile lands giant class action in KC federal court
Hackers stole the personal identification data for millions of past, present and prospective T-Mobile customers, leading to a huge class-action lawsuit.
View ArticleCallsign Brewing nears takeoff on new, larger, more visible location
Callsign Brewing is close to opening a new location that is about 8.5 times larger and will allow the craft brewer to install more equipment and begin distribution throughout the Kansas City area.
View ArticleKC Current names soccer veteran as its new GM
The Kansas City Current, a professional women's soccer team, hired Camille Levin as its new general manager.
View ArticleGreat Range Capital exits its 9-year investment in Fairbanks Equipment
Mission Woods-based private equity firm Great Range Capital successfully exited from its investment in Fairbanks Equipment Inc., a Wichita distributor of agricultural and propane parts and equipment.
View ArticleSavion expects to be a catalyst for new parent Shell’s U.S. solar energy...
Shell New Energies U.S. LLC will need the expertise and capabilities of its new wholly owned subsidiary — Kansas City-based Savion LLC — to meet its renewable energy goals.
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