J. A. "Jay" Felton
Recognized in Best Lawyers since 2017 About J. A. Felton
J. A. Felton is a lawyer based in Kansas City, MO and has been recognized in The Best Lawyers in America® since 2017. J. A. Felton is recognized in the following practice area:
- Kansas City, Missouri
- Product Liability Litigation - Defendants
Current Firm: Lathrop GPM LLP
Education: University of Virginia, J.D., graduated 1989
Location: Kansas City, MO
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