Mark D. Ware

Mark D. Ware

Mark Ware made an impact at Wallace Saunders from the minute he walked through the doors. When he joined us in 2010, he brought a fresh new perspective and energy. A recent graduate of the University of Missouri – Kansas City School of Law, Mark brings with him proven intelligence and leadership skills. Mark focuses his practice on tort litigation defense in Kansas and Missouri, and is sure to be an asset for years to come.

Practice Groups

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.

Professional Liability

Most professionals regularly handle situations where they cannot guarantee specific results for their clients or patients. This makes them vulnerable to professional liability lawsuits. Choosing the right attorney to defend such lawsuits is critical. Additionally, the best defense against professional liability claims begins before a claim ever gets filed.

Personal

Mark doesn’t know how to slow down. He’s always on the go with his family, including his two children. He likes to unwind by reading a good book, getting caught up in politics, and taking in new films. In fact, Mark once worked as the director of photography and cameraman for a local independent filmmaker.

Modish • Dependable • Astute

Education

University of Missouri – Kansas City School of Law, Juris Doctor

Dean’s list every semester
Graduated magna cum laude
Law Review staff member 2009-2010

University of Missouri – Columbia, B.A., Political Science and History

Dean’s list every semester
Alpha Gamma Sigma Fraternity, Vice President

Professional Practice

2010 - present: Wallace Saunders

2018 - present: Partner
2011 - 2017: Associate
2010: Law Clerk

2010 - 2011: Hunter & Nance, LLC
2000 - 2008: Farmers Insurance

Project manager and supervisor with National Property Claims Center
Storm Coordinator, National Catastrophe Team

Professional Licensure

Kansas
Missouri
Trial and appellate courts of Kansas and Missouri
U.S. District Court for the District of Kansas
U.S. District Court for the Western District of Missouri

Professional Accomplishments

Graduated top 10 percent, magna cum laude
Received CALI award, Deferred Compensation
Received CALI award, Estates and Trusts
Received CALI award, Mediation
UMKC Law Review Staff Member

Civic Activities

2009-2011: Willow Springs Homeowners Association President
2009-2011: Willow Springs Homeowners Association Board of Directors, Chairman of the Board

News + Events + Alerts

AHA interviews Saint Luke’s Health System Chair, Wallace Saunders Attorney, Greg Bentz

Mr. Bentz spoke about the challenges and opportunities he sees for boards and the value provided by AHA Trustee Services.

Read the full interview here

Missouri & Kansas Super Lawyers Recognizes Wallace Saunders Attorneys

Together with Thomson Reuters—a global analyst of legal talent—we congratulate eight of our lawyers selected for inclusion in 2022 Missouri-Kansas Super Lawyers: James Sanders, Angela Clark, Tim Finnerty, Schalie Johnson, Kip Kubin, Bryan Kelly, Ken Morton and Mark Ware. We especially recognize Mr. Sanders and Mr. Finnerty, both of whom have received this honor for 10 or more consecutive years and Mr. Kubin for 15 or more consecutive years.