Kathryn M. O'Shea

Kathryn M. O'Shea

Kathryn O'Shea was a seasoned litigator well before she joined Wallace Saunders in 2015, having already handled many cases, ranging from auto negligence actions to employment disputes and from consumer fraud claims to bad faith litigation. Yet, no matter what legal matter she tackles, Kathryn brings with her a solid reputation as a dependable and trustworthy lawyer dedicated to her clients' interests.

Practice Groups

Insurance

Insurance issues can escalate from simple to complex quickly, and you need attorneys able to handle it all. With Wallace Saunders, you can rest assured the attorneys in our Insurance Practice Group have a command of insurance law and litigation. In fact, the firm was founded more than 50 years ago with insurance at the core of our practice.

Litigation

Founded as a litigation firm in 1963, our attorneys carry on our tradition of substantial deposition and courtroom experience, with hands-on training that begins early in every attorney’s career. The litigation department is the largest practice area at Wallace Saunders, with more than half of our attorneys working under the Litigation Practice Area umbrella.

Product Liability

Understanding the nuances of Product Liability law and the significant exposure for clients involved in product litigation is a service not every firm can offer. Our experience representing manufacturers, distributors and retailers gives you the advantage of leveraging strategic planning with trial skills in this complex and dynamic area of law.

Personal

Kathryn celebrates her Irish heritage. She has traveled to Ireland three times on family trips.

Dependable • Trustworthy • Dedicated

Education

University of Missouri – Kansas City School of Law, Juris Doctor, 2007
University of Kansas – B.A. Political Science, 2003

Professional Practice

2020 – present: Wallace Saunders

Partner

2015 – 2019: Wallace Saunders

Of Counsel Attorney

2010 – 2015: Hasty & Associates, LLC

Attorney

2008 – 2010: Schmitt Manz Swanson & Mulhern, P.C

Attorney

Professional Licensure

Kansas
Missouri
U.S. District Court for the Western District of Missouri
U.S. District Court for the District of Kansas
U.S. Court of Appeals for the Tenth Circuit Court of Appeals

Professional Accomplishments

Kathryn has represented clients throughout Kansas and Missouri. She has appeared and argued cases before the Eastern District of the Missouri Court of Appeals, the Western District of the Missouri Court of Appeals, and the United States Court of Appeals for the Tenth Circuit.

Civic Activities

Kansas Bar Association
The Missouri Bar
Kansas City Metropolitan Bar Association
Association for Women Lawyers of Greater Kansas City

News + Events + Alerts

Attorneys Chris Confer and Stephanie Blaylock return to present at AAR “Claims School”

The American Association of Railroads (“AAR”) recently held its annual “Claims School” – a training and education opportunity the AAR provides to claims representatives of various railroads. Last year, Mr. Confer and Ms. Blaylock presented at the Claims School, and because that presentation was so successful, the AAR invited Mr. Confer and Ms. Blaylock to give this presentation again to a new group of attendees.

Greg Bentz makes presentation at the American Hospital Association Annual Meeting in Washington D.C.

Greg Bentz made a presentation at the American Hospital Association Annual Meeting in Washington D.C. on April 23rd, 2023. The presentation was jointly made by Dr. Jonathan B. Perlin, The President and CEO of the Joint Commission, and Mr. Bentz. The topic was “Revitalize Your Board’s Focus on Quality and Patient Safety.”