The Biggest Little law Firm® In Kansas City has just hired a terrific young lawyer named Mark Sprecker! Mark Sprecker Mark is a graduate of the University of Kansas Law School and Kansas State University where he played on the golf team. At KU, Mark was an editor of the Journal of Law and Public Policy. We are thrilled to have Mark added to our …
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Brownie’s BBQ Wraps Up 2013
Chris Brown’s competitive BBQ team wrapped up 2013 with some notable wins in its pocket. The team took Grand Champion at Rockhurst High School’s inaugural Kelly Wilson Memorial BBQ Competition; finished twelfth place Overall with a second place Brisket turn-in at the Great Lenexa BBQ Battle; and while guest smoking for Panic BBQ at the American …
Van Osdol & Magruder Attorney Nominated for Service Provider of the Year by Silicon Prairie News
Chris Brown has been nominated for “Service Provider of the Year” by Silicon Prairie News. The Silicon Prairie Awards recognizes outstanding products, strong leadership and noteworthy contributions to the multi-state community over the past year. Brown is one of four finalists for the award which, will be announced at the awards ceremony. The …
Van Osdol & Magruder Featured Client: The Local Pig Charcuterie in Kansas City
When the Local Pig butcher shop opened its doors in February 2012, its goal was simple: to provide Kansas City citizens with locally sourced, humanely raised, meats. But the result was a surprise to its owners, Alex Pope and Matt Kafka, as they ended up in the New York Times, The Wall Street Journal, and on NPR as a result of their innovative …
Thank You Thinking Bigger Business Magazine For Publishing Attorney Chris Brown’s Madness in March Article
Thinking Bigger Business Magazine recently published an article written by Chris Brown regarding the legality of office pools on March Madness brackets. The article gave insight to the legality of gambling outside of regulated casinos and lotteries during the popular basketball season. Madness in March: Is Your Office's NCAA Pool Legal? Each year, …
MADNESS IN MARCH – When Otherwise Law Abiding Citizens Break the Law
Each year millions of Americans bet on brackets and join pools with coworkers and friends. But don't be fooled - your one dollar entry fee is probably a "bet" and your odds of winning are largely dependent on chance. As a result, your actions probably constitute illegal gambling. Nearly every jurisdiction in America outlaws gambling that is not …
