About Kelly Wayne
Kelly Wayne Puckett took an unconventional route to the bench side of the law. He earned his J.D. from Washburn University School of Law in 2016 after completing the law curriculum there. His time at Washburn exposed him to trial practice and client advocacy. Those experiences shaped how he approaches cases now.
After law school, Puckett moved into practice in Missouri. He is licensed to practice in that state and built a practice that centers on representing individuals and businesses in state courts. Early years in practice involved a mix of courtroom appearances and written advocacy. He developed a practical approach to case preparation. He prefers to be well prepared before stepping into court.
Puckett has kept active in professional circles. He maintains memberships in legal associations and participates in bar-related activities when opportunities arise. Those connections provide him with professional resources and a network of colleagues across practice areas. He has used that network to coordinate strategies and to consult on complex procedural questions.
Day-to-day work at his firm involves client interviews, drafting pleadings and briefs, and appearing in hearings. He has handled contested matters and negotiated resolutions where appropriate. Colleagues describe him as methodical in managing case details and attentive to procedural deadlines. He approaches disputes with an eye toward the practical outcomes his clients seek, and he adapts tactics to the demands of each matter.
Puckett also places importance on communicating with clients. He sets expectations about timing and process early and tries to keep people informed as matters evolve. That steady communication helps clients make informed decisions about settlement offers, trial strategy and other turning points in a case. He balances advocacy in court with efforts to resolve conflicts where resolution is possible.
He is the principal at Puckett Law Office P.C., where he continues to practice in Missouri. The office handles matters across state courts and provides counsel to individuals and businesses. He currently practices at Puckett Law Office P.C., representing clients in legal matters throughout Missouri.
