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James Scott Kreamer, Baker Sterchi Cowden & Rice
Staff Report//May 14, 2026//
Managing Member
Kansas City
Scott Kreamer has practiced his entire career as a trial attorney in high-stakes civil litigation, representing both plaintiffs and defendants in jury and bench trials across state and federal courts. His practice spans commercial litigation, construction, financial services, insurance, surety and fidelity, personal injury defense, products liability and toxic tort.
Kreamer maintains an active appellate practice, having argued before the 8th and 10th Circuit Courts of Appeals, including work securing favorable rulings on the economic loss doctrine.
He serves as the 2025–2026 president of Lawyers for Civil Justice and previously served as president and chairman of the board of the Federation of Defense & Corporate Counsel. He is a frequent speaker and author on litigation and trial practice.
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