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Mark D. Katz

Coronado Katz LLC • Kansas City, MO
Employment LaborEmployment LawEmployment LitigationInsurancePersonal Injury

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Contact

Email
Phone
(816) 382-6340
Address
14 West Third Street, Kansas City, MO, 64105, US

Professional

About

Mark D. Katz is a seasoned attorney based in Kansas City, MO, with over three decades of dedicated experience in employment law, employment litigation, insurance, and personal injury. As a Senior Member of Coronado Katz LLC since 2012, Mark has established a reputation for his unwavering commitment to advocating for clients' rights and interests. His extensive legal expertise is complemented by a profound understanding of the complexities surrounding employment-related issues, making him a trusted ally for both individuals and businesses navigating these challenging landscapes. Mark earned his Juris Doctor from the State University of New York at Buffalo School of Law in 1985, following his Bachelor of Arts from Binghamton University in 1982. Prior to his current role, he honed his skills at Sherman Taff Bangert Thomas & Coronado, P.C., where he served as a shareholder for nearly two decades. His early career included significant roles as an Assistant Prosecuting Attorney at the Jackson County Prosecuting Attorney's Office and as an associate at Buck, Bohm & Stein, P.C., where he developed a strong foundation in legal principles and courtroom advocacy. Recognized for his excellence in the legal field, Mark has been named a Super Lawyer by Missouri & Kansas Super Lawyers Magazine and holds an AV Preeminent rating from Martindale-Hubbell, reflecting his high ethical standards and professional ability. Mark is dedicated to providing personalized legal solutions, ensuring that every client's unique needs are met with diligence and care. His passion for justice drives him to achieve favorable outcomes, making him a trusted partner for those seeking effective legal representation in employment law and beyond.

About Employment Labor Law

Employment and labor attorneys handle workplace legal matters including discrimination, wrongful termination, and wage disputes. They represent both employees and employers. Common matters include wrongful termination, discrimination, harassment, wage disputes.

Credentials

Education
1985 State University of New York at Buffalo School of Law JD - Juris Doctor 1982 Binghamton University, Harpur College of Arts and Sciences BA - Bachelor of Arts
Languages
English

Recognition & Involvement

Awards
2013 Super Lawyer, Missouri & Kansas Super Lawyers Magazine 2013 AV Preeminent 5.0 out of 5 Peer Review Rated, Martindale-Hubbell 2012 Super Lawyer, Missouri & Kansas Super Lawyers Magazine 2012 AV Preeminent 5.0 out of 5 Peer Review Rated, Martindale-Hubbell 2011 Super Lawyer, Missouri & Kansas Super Lawyers Magazine
Publications
2013 Kansas Association of Defense Counsel Journal Cases of Note: Shirley v. Glass 2009 Kansas Association of Defense Counsel Journal Comparative Implied Indemnity, Third-Party Practice and Settlement Considerations in the Wake of DCI, Part I 2009 Kansas Association of Defense Counsel Journal Comparative Implied Indemnity, Third-Party Practice and Settlement Considerations in the Wake of DCI-Part II: The One Action Rule 2009 DRI's Trucking Policy Disclamers and the Policyholder's Obligation to Preserve Coverage: A 50 State Compendium Trucking Policy Disclaimers and the Policyholder’s Obligation to Preserve Coverage in Missouri 2008 DRI's Product Liability Cases and the Duty to Warn: A 50 State Compendium The Duty to Warn in Product Liability Cases in Kansas
Associations
2011 - Present Claims and Litigation Management Alliance 2006 - Present Kansas Association of Defense Counsel 2006 - Present Kansas Bar Association 1993 - Present Defense Research Institute 1993 - Present Missouri Organization of Defense Lawyers
Speaking
2011 Trial Skills Workshop Closing Argument 2011 CLE by the Hour ABCs of What’s New in Tort Law 2010 Product Liability Conference Is the Foreign Manufacturer All In? Personal Jurisdiction in a Global Economy 2000 CLE by the Hour Sex Harassment in Employment 1999 Federal Practice Seminar Five Reasons Why Sex Harassment Ain't What it Used to Be
Updated: Mar 28, 2026