Shook, Hardy & Bacon L.L.P.

Shook, Hardy & Bacon L.L.P. is a law firm established in 1889 by Frank P. Sebree in Kansas City. The firm has a history of attracting legal talent and building long-standing client relationships. Early partners included Henry C. McDougal, Samuel B. Sebree, Edgar Shook, Charlie L. Bacon, and product liability pioneer David R. Hardy. The firm is known for crafting meticulous, creative, and cost-effective strategies in contentious cases.

For over a century, Shook, Hardy & Bacon has served leading companies, protecting business investments and maximizing growth opportunities. The firm's attorneys approach challenges with integrity, tenacity, and collegiality. Originally gaining prominence in tobacco litigation, Shook expanded its services to include pharmaceutical and medical device practices. Today, it assists regional, national, and international companies across various industries. The firm's expertise encompasses class actions, complex litigation, arbitration and dispute resolution, electronic discovery, document management, and corporate transactions.