Kirk Forbes Marty, Environmental Attorney in Kansas City, Missouri
Over 30 years of legal practice · focused on Environmental, Formation, and Litigation · 5.0/5 rating from 1 verified client review
PartneratShook, Hardy & Bacon L.L.P.
Kansas City, MO
Practicing environmental in Kansas City since 1996.
- 30+
- Years practicing
- 5.0 ★
- 1 client review
- 8
- Bar admissions
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Kirk Forbes Marty is a partner based in Kansas City, MO. The practice focuses on Environmental, Formation, and Litigation. Kirk has over 30 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Shook, Hardy & Bacon L.L.P.. Rated 5.0 out of 5 from 1 client review.
- Based in
- Kansas City, MO
- Experience
- over 30 years
- Known for
- Environmental · Formation · Litigation
- Handles Environmental, Formation, and Litigation matters from Kansas City, MO.
- Over 30 years of practice as a licensed attorney.
- Recognized with Peer Reviewed.
About Kirk Forbes Marty: Kirk Forbes Marty is a partner based in Kansas City, MO. The practice focuses on Environmental, Formation, and Litigation. Kirk has over 30 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Shook, Hardy & Bacon L.L.P.. Rated 5.0 out of 5 from 1 client review.
Areas of practice
Practice areas handled by Kirk Forbes Marty
Kirk concentrates on environmental, formation, litigation, and personal injury. Each area below outlines the kind of case Kirk handles, typical outcomes to expect, and how the intake process starts.
Environmental
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Formation
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Litigation
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Personal Injury
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Environmental cases in Kansas City, Missouri
Kirk takes environmental 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 Kirk agrees to represent you.
Formation cases in Kansas City, Missouri
Kirk takes formation 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 Kirk agrees to represent you.
Litigation cases in Kansas City, Missouri
Kirk 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 Kirk agrees to represent you.
Personal Injury cases in Kansas City, Missouri
Kirk takes personal injury 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 Kirk agrees to represent you.
Biography
About Kirk Forbes Marty — Over 30 years of Missouri environmental experience
Kirk Forbes Marty is a partner based in Kansas City, MO. The practice focuses on Environmental, Formation, and Litigation. Kirk has over 30 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Shook, Hardy & Bacon L.L.P.. Rated 5.0 out of 5 from 1 client review.
Kirk Forbes Marty is a lawyer practicing environmental law, toxic torts, corporate & incorporation and 1 other area of law. Kirk received a B.A. degree from Grinnell College in 1990, and has been licensed for 30 years. Kirk practices at Shook, Hardy & Bacon L.L.P. in Kansas City, MO.
Kirk's approach to environmental cases
Kirk Forbes Marty is a lawyer practicing environmental law, toxic torts, corporate & incorporation and 1 other area of law. Kirk received a B.A. degree from Grinnell College in 1990, and has been licensed for 30 years. Kirk practices at Shook, Hardy & Bacon L.L.P. in Kansas City, MO.
Clients Kirk works with
Kirk reviews new inquiries case-by-case for environmental, formation, and litigation matters in Kansas City and the surrounding Missouri area.
Credentials
Kirk Forbes Marty's legal education and bar admissions
Vermont Law School
J.D. · 1996
Grinnell College
B.A. · 1990
Jurisdictions
Kirk's state bar admissions
Illinois
2014 · ACTIVE
U.S. Court of Appeal
2005 · ACTIVE
U.S. District Court,
2003 · ACTIVE
U.S. Court of Appeal
2000 · ACTIVE
U.S. District Court,
1997 · ACTIVE
Kansas
1997 · ACTIVE
U.S. District Court,
1996 · ACTIVE
Missouri
1996 · ACTIVE
Kirk studied at J.D. in Vermont Law School and B.A. in Grinnell College.
Law school and academic background
Kirk completed J.D. in Vermont Law School and B.A. in Grinnell College. Formal legal training is one signal of substantive knowledge — the day-to-day practice Kirk runs in Missouri is where that training gets applied to real client questions.
Recognition
Awards, publications, and recognition of Kirk Forbes Marty
Kirk has received 1 formal recognition from bar associations, industry bodies, and peer-review services.
Peer Reviewed
Legal awards and honors
Peer Reviewed.
Affiliations
Kirk's professional memberships and bar associations
Defense Research Institute
membership
Locations
Kirk Forbes Marty's office in Kansas City
Kirk's primary office is at 2555 Grand Blvd., Kansas City, MO, 64108. In-person meetings are by appointment; a phone intake usually comes first.
Client feedback
Client reviews of Kirk Forbes Marty — 5.0/5 rating from 1 verified client review
Every review below is from a verified client of Kirk. Reviews cover communication, case outcome, and value — the three signals that matter most when comparing environmental attorneys in Kansas City.
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How to hire Kirk Forbes Marty — what to expect in your first consultation
Working with a new environmental attorney should feel structured. Here's how the first two conversations with Kirk usually go, from the moment you request a consult to the day representation begins.
Consultation formats and pricing
Kirk charges for the initial consult. That fee is credited toward representation if you retain Kirk'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; Kirk will tell you what matters and what doesn't.
Questions to ask a environmental attorney in Kansas City, Missouri
A short list to run through before you commit: How many environmental 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 Kirk
Kirk discusses fees during intake so the arrangement fits the matter. Contingency, hourly, and flat-fee options are all common in environmental practice — ask which fits.
Hourly rates, contingency fees, and flat-fee options
Every environmental 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. Kirk confirms the model in the engagement letter before any work starts.
Payment methods and payment plans
Kirk's office accepts standard payment methods. Ask about payment plans if the retainer is a stretch — many environmental practices work with clients on structured schedules.
Frequently asked
Frequently asked questions about Kirk Forbes Marty
How much does it cost to hire Kirk for a environmental case?
Cost depends on the type of matter, the fee model (contingency, flat, hourly), and how contested the case becomes. Kirk walks through the likely range during the consult so there are no surprises.
Does Kirk offer a free consultation?
Kirk charges for the initial consult; that fee is credited toward representation if you retain Kirk's office. Some environmental attorneys offer free consults — check Kirk's current terms during booking.
How long do environmental cases in Missouri typically take?
Simple environmental 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. Kirk gives a realistic estimate for your facts at the consult — vague answers here are a red flag.
Can Kirk take my case if I'm outside Kansas City?
Kirk 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 — Kirk 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 Kirk?
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. Kirk will filter what matters — over-preparing at intake is always cheaper than needing a second meeting.
Is Kirk accepting new environmental clients right now?
Kirk'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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