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Sue Becker

Of Counsel

Email: sbecker@swansonbernard.com
Phone: (816) 886-4839
Alternate: (816) 410-4600

A Decade of Excellence in Litigation and Public Service.

Experience

  • Successfully recovered $40,000 in favor of Olathe homeowners for Kansas Consumer Protection Act (KCPA) claims against a siding company.

  • Achieved full recovery exceeding $500,000 in fraudulent nondisclosure cases involving downtown condominium units.

  • Successfully defended a homeowner sued for nonpayment after a landscaping company mismeasured an outdoor patio project and then charged thousands over the contract price.

  • Litigated towards a global claim settlement on behalf of thousands of American farmers whose corn crop was contaminated with GMO seed and subsequently rejected in global markets, with claims totaling over $1 billion.

  • Secured an $80,000 settlement on behalf of a retail employee with a medical condition who was intentionally exposed to aggravating circumstances for the entertainment of supervisors.

  • Successfully settled a case involving a long-time employee who was terminated due to his age and replaced with a younger, lower-paid employee, resulting in a $70,000 recovery.

Summary

Sue Becker is a dedicated and highly skilled attorney with over a decade of experience in litigation, focusing on class actions, banking matters, medical malpractice, and mass tort actions. Since beginning her career in 2012, Sue has built a strong reputation for her work in both private practice and public service.

Sue's legal journey began with a judicial clerkship at the Missouri Court of Appeals Western District, where she served under Judge Gary Witt. She later transitioned to private practice in Kansas City, where she successfully litigated a wide range of complex cases. In 2017, Sue shifted her focus to public service, representing the State of Kansas and serving as litigation counsel to a prominent non-profit legal foundation. Her work in constitutional and election law litigation has included co-authoring amicus briefs filed in election law cases across the country, including those before the Supreme Court of the United States.

With a deep commitment to providing practical and compassionate legal guidance, Sue strives to help her clients navigate the often challenging landscape of legal disputes. She is admitted to practice law in Missouri and Kansas, as well as in numerous federal district and appellate courts.

Sue Becker's approach to legal representation is rooted in her belief that effective counsel requires not only legal expertise but also an understanding of the personal impact of legal issues. Her dedication to treating clients with respect and clear communication is a cornerstone of her practice.