Thomas Addair

Thomas Addair is a dedicated criminal defense lawyer at Addair Law in Kansas known for his strong legal knowledge and courtroom experience. Over the years, he has built a reputation for carefully defending people accused of crimes and guiding clients through complex legal situations. His work focuses on protecting individuals’ rights while ensuring that every client receives clear communication and strong representation. Through his legal practice, he helps people understand their options and works hard to achieve fair outcomes in criminal cases.

Mr. Addair graduated from Manhattan High School before attending Kansas State University for his undergraduate studies, earning a B.S. He later earned his J.D. from the University of Kansas. During law school, he first developed a strong interest in criminal law while representing individuals accused of crimes through one of the university’s legal clinics. This early experience gave him practical insight into criminal defense and confirmed his commitment to helping people facing serious legal challenges.

Mr. Addair served as the City Prosecutor for Manhattan, Kansas, after completing his legal education. In this role, he gained extensive trial experience and deep knowledge of how criminal cases are investigated and prosecuted. He also received specialized training in DUI investigations and other areas of criminal law that are usually available only to prosecutors. During his time as prosecutor, he helped develop policies and procedures for drug prosecution when the city began prosecuting marijuana-related offenses, creating practices that are still used today.

Thomas Addair brings a unique perspective to criminal defense because he has worked on multiple sides of the legal system. He has served as a prosecutor, a defense lawyer, and a municipal judge in a nearby Kansas town. He is also trained and certified as an instructor in Standardized Field Sobriety Testing, the same program used by law enforcement officers. This broad experience allows him to analyze cases from many angles and provide thoughtful, informed defense for clients.

Law Office Affiliations

• Attorney, Addair Law
• Member, Kansas Bar Association

Licensed State

• Kansas

Education

• University of Kansas School of Law
  Juris Doctor (JD)
• Kansas State University
  Bachelor of Science (BS)

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