
Traer Elizabeth Cundiff, Employment Attorney in Kansas City, Missouri
Over 20 years of legal practice · focused on Employment and Litigation
Staff AttorneyatOgletree, Deakins, Nash, Smoak & Stewart, P.C.
Kansas City, MO
Practicing employment in Kansas City since 2006.
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Traer Elizabeth Cundiff is a staff attorney based in Kansas City, MO. The practice focuses on Employment and Litigation. Traer has over 20 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Ogletree, Deakins, Nash, Smoak & Stewart, P.C..
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- Kansas City, MO
- Experience
- over 20 years
- Known for
- Employment · Litigation
- Handles Employment and Litigation matters from Kansas City, MO.
- Over 20 years of practice as a licensed attorney.
About Traer Elizabeth Cundiff: Traer Elizabeth Cundiff is a staff attorney based in Kansas City, MO. The practice focuses on Employment and Litigation. Traer has over 20 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Ogletree, Deakins, Nash, Smoak & Stewart, P.C..
Areas of practice
Legal matters Traer takes on
Traer concentrates on employment and litigation. Each area below outlines the kind of case Traer handles, typical outcomes to expect, and how the intake process starts.
Employment cases in Kansas City, Missouri
Traer 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 Traer agrees to represent you.
Litigation cases in Kansas City, Missouri
Traer 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 Traer agrees to represent you.
Biography
Meet Traer Elizabeth Cundiff — employment lawyer in Kansas City
Traer Elizabeth Cundiff is a staff attorney based in Kansas City, MO. The practice focuses on Employment and Litigation. Traer has over 20 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Ogletree, Deakins, Nash, Smoak & Stewart, P.C..
Ms. Traer Elizabeth Cundiff is a lawyer practicing labor and employment, litigation. Traer received a B.A. degree from Washington University in 2002, and has been licensed for 20 years. Traer practices at Ogletree, Deakins, Nash, Smoak & Stewart, P.C. in Kansas City, MO.
Working with Traer on a employment matter
Ms. Traer Elizabeth Cundiff is a lawyer practicing labor and employment, litigation. Traer received a B.A. degree from Washington University in 2002, and has been licensed for 20 years. Traer practices at Ogletree, Deakins, Nash, Smoak & Stewart, P.C. in Kansas City, MO.
Clients Traer works with
Traer reviews new inquiries case-by-case for employment and litigation matters in Kansas City and the surrounding Missouri area.
Credentials
Education, bar admissions, and languages
University of Missouri, Kansas City School of Law
J.D. · 2006
Washington University
B.A. · 2002
Jurisdictions
Traer's state bar admissions
U.S. District Court,
2007 · ACTIVE
Kansas
2007 · ACTIVE
Missouri
2006 · ACTIVE
Traer studied at J.D. in University of Missouri, Kansas City School of Law and B.A. in Washington University.
Law school and academic background
Traer completed J.D. in University of Missouri, Kansas City School of Law and B.A. in Washington University. Formal legal training is one signal of substantive knowledge — the day-to-day practice Traer runs in Missouri is where that training gets applied to real client questions.
Affiliations
Traer's professional memberships and bar associations
Kansas City Metropolitian Bar Association
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Locations
Traer Elizabeth Cundiff's office in Kansas City
Traer's primary office is at 4520 Main Street, Suite 400, Kansas City, MO, 64111. In-person meetings are by appointment; a phone intake usually comes first.
Ogletree, Deakins, Nash, Smoak & Stewart, P.C.
4520 Main Street, Suite 400
Kansas City, MO 64111
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How to hire Traer Elizabeth Cundiff — what to expect in your first consultation
Working with a new employment attorney should feel structured. Here's how the first two conversations with Traer usually go, from the moment you request a consult to the day representation begins.
Consultation formats and pricing
Traer charges for the initial consult. That fee is credited toward representation if you retain Traer'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; Traer will tell you what matters and what doesn't.
Questions to ask a employment attorney in Kansas City, Missouri
A short list to run through before you commit: How many employment 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 Traer
Traer discusses fees during intake so the arrangement fits the matter. Contingency, hourly, and flat-fee options are all common in employment practice — ask which fits.
Hourly rates, contingency fees, and flat-fee options
Every employment 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. Traer confirms the model in the engagement letter before any work starts.
Payment methods and payment plans
Traer's office accepts standard payment methods. Ask about payment plans if the retainer is a stretch — many employment practices work with clients on structured schedules.
Frequently asked
Frequently asked questions about Traer Elizabeth Cundiff
How much does it cost to hire Traer for a employment case?
Cost depends on the type of matter, the fee model (contingency, flat, hourly), and how contested the case becomes. Traer walks through the likely range during the consult so there are no surprises.
Does Traer offer a free consultation?
Traer charges for the initial consult; that fee is credited toward representation if you retain Traer's office. Some employment attorneys offer free consults — check Traer's current terms during booking.
How long do employment cases in Missouri typically take?
Simple employment 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. Traer gives a realistic estimate for your facts at the consult — vague answers here are a red flag.
Can Traer take my case if I'm outside Kansas City?
Traer 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 — Traer 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 Traer?
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. Traer will filter what matters — over-preparing at intake is always cheaper than needing a second meeting.
Is Traer accepting new employment clients right now?
Traer'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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