Margie Wakefield has maintained a law office in Lawrence, Douglas County, Kansas since 1985, but also accepts cases in other Kansas counties. Margie’s success as an attorney has been built upon her honesty, attention to detail and client-centric approach. Her process is to recognize and evaluate her client’s needs and then provide appropriate tools to achieve the goals desired.
Domestic cases often involve extensive negotiation and Margie is known for her skills in this area. However, as a former criminal defense litigator, Margie is equally at home in the courtroom and boasts a successful track record at trial.
Complex divorce litigation
Prenuptial agreements
Cohabitation agreements
Post-divorce issues
Adoption
American Bar Association, Family and Energy Law Sections
Kansas Bar Association, Family Law Section
Kansas Bar Association Legislative Liaison Committee
Douglas County Bar Association and past Young Lawyer Officer
Delta Gamma Fraternity
Law Degreee University of Kansas, 1985
Bachelor of Journalism University of Missouri, 1980
Precinct Committee Person, Lawrence, KS
Chairperson, Third U.S. Congressional District Protect the Vote Project 2008
Delegate to National Political Convention
Member and Secretary of the Board of Trustees of Douglas County Law Library
Member of the Douglas County Community Corrections Board