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Brad LaForge is a partner in the firm of Hite, Fanning & Honeyman, L.L.P. He has earned the "Preeminent AV" Rating from Martindale-Hubbell and concentrates his litigation practice in the areas of:
- Wrongful death
- Catastrophic personal injury
- Sexual Abuse and Sexual Harassment in Schools and Workplace
- Pharmacy negligence
- Serious auto and trucking accidents
- Professional Malpractice Defense
- Healthcare litigation
- High value property loss
Brad has years of experience representing both plaintiffs and defendants in complex matters before juries, judges and appellate courts at both the state and federal levels. His experience working with both plaintiffs and defendants provides him a unique perspective on the issues involved in litigation and the problems facing both his clients and the opposition. This unique perspective repeatedly translates into favorable results for his clients.
Brad has defended both individuals and corporations against a wide variety of tort actions. In addition to defending commercial clients, Brad has worked with numerous insurance carriers to defend countless drivers and homeowners. On the plaintiff’s side, Brad has successfully prosecuted actions against corporations and individuals.
Brad is admitted to practice in Kansas state and federal courts, and the U.S. Court of Appeals for the 10th Circuit. In 2008, he successfully completed the highly regarded IADC Trial Academy at Stanford Law School, a program for developing defense trial advocacy skills.
He is a member of the Wichita, Kansas and American Bar associations, the Kansas Association of Defense Counsel (KADC), the Defense Research Institute (DRI), and is a Fellow of the Kansas Bar Association (KBA).
In the community, Brad is active in his church and has spent 14 years volunteering with StepStone, Inc., a program to help women and children who have been victims of domestic abuse. In connection with his efforts with StepStone, Brad received the Champions of Respect Award in 2009. He also serves on the Board of Directors for Dear Neighbor Minsitries and for StepStone.
Brad received his B.A. in international relations from Knox College and his J.D., with honors, from University of Kansas School of Law. While in law school, he clerked for the Honorable Michael Malone of the Douglas County District Court. Brad joined Hite, Fanning & Honeyman, L.L.P. in 2001.
Brad was raised in Parson, Kansas. He currently lives in Wichita, where he and his wife, Shalom, devote considerable time to the raising of their three young children, Adele, Madeline and Truman.
AGGRESSIVELY REPRESENTING CLIENTS IN PERSONAL INJURY LITIGATION
AGGRESSIVELY REPRESENTING STUDENT VICTIMS OF SEXUAL ASSAULT AND SEXUAL HARASSMENT
Practice Areas
7
Practice Areas
Car Accident
16%
25 years
Life Insurance
16%
Personal Injury
16%
25 years
Sexual Harassment
16%
25 years
Fees and Rates
Cost
Contingency
25%-40%
Payment Methods
- Cash
- Check
- Credit Card
Awards
2015
Licenses
Licensed in Kansas for 24 years
State: Kansas
Acquired: 2001
No misconduct found
Location
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Posted by anonymous | May 05, 2015 | Sex Crime
Review on Brad J. LaForge
I was represented in a sexual assault case by Brad LaForge and Gaye Tibbets. I was extremely impressed with them and couldn't be happier with picking them to represent me. They fought hard and helped me get through a very emotional and stressful experience. I would highly recommend both attorneys.
Posted by anonymous | March 09, 2015 | Insurance
Claims Defense Handling
Brad and the firm he is part of handle the insurance defense work for our company. We are very pleased with their handling of our claims and will continue using them for all future defense work.
Posted by anonymous | March 03, 2015
Excellent Trial Lawyer!
I trust Brad to handle any of my legal affairs. He is well versed in the law and will master the facts of your case. He promptly responds to client inquiries and gives candid advice regarding the strengths and weaknesses of your case.
Brad J. LaForge's Lawyer Endorsements
"I endorse this lawyer."
"Brad is an excellent lawyer in serious personal injury litigation. He is competent and well-prepared. I would recommend him to anyone."
"I endorse this lawyer."
"I endorse this lawyer. Brad is a smart and professional lawyer. I would hire him to represent me in any situation. He has good client relationships and opposing counsel trust him."
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Cody Claassen
Personal injury lawyer
Gaye Tibbets
Employment and labor lawyer
Experience
Honors
2025
Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers
2024
Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers
2016
Preeminent AV Peer Review Rating, Martindale-Hubbell
2015
Top 100 Lawyers, American Society of Legal Advocates
2012
5 Star Client Rating, Martindale-Hubbell
2010
AV Preeminent Rated, Martindale-Hubbell
2009
Champion of Respect, Wichita Domestic Violence Coalition
2008
Graduate of Trial Academy, International Association of Defense Counsel
Work Experience
2007 - Present
Litigation Partner, Hite Fanning & Honeyman LLP
1900 - Present
Partner, Hite, Fanning & Honeyman L.L.P.
2001 - 2007
Associate, HIte Fanning & Honeyman LLP
2000 - 2001
Judicial Clerk, Hon. Michael Malone
Associations
2015 - Present
American Society of Legal AdvocatesMember
2006 - Present
Kansas Association of Defense CouncilMember
2006 - Present
Defense Research InstituteMember
2005 - Present
Kansas Bar FoundationFellow
2002 - Present
United States Court of Appeals for the Tenth CircuitMember
2001 - Present
American Bar AssociationMember
2001 - Present
Kansas Bar AssociationMember
2001 - Present
Wichita Bar AssociationMember
2001 - Present
Stepstone Domestic Violence Recovery ProgramBoard Member
2001 - Present
Dear Neighbor MinistriesBoard Member
2001 - Present
United States District Court of KansasMember
Education
2007
International Association of Defense Counsel Trail Academy
2001
University of Kansas
JD - Juris Doctor
1997
Knox College
BA - Bachelor of Arts
Speaking Engagements
2014
KLPI Annual Meeting
Litigating a Personal Injury Claim: Plaintiff's & Defendant's Perspective
2012
Claims Agent Seminar
Analyzing General Liability Claims
N/A
Claims Agent Seminar
Anatomy of a Workers Compensation Claim
N/A
Claims Agent Seminar
Work Disability Thresholds
Languages
English
Activity
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