Specialties

Workers' Comp Law We practice exclusively in Wyoming Workers' Compensation law, representing injured workers. If you have received a Final Determination from the Wyoming Workers’ Compensation Division denying you medical treatment or disability benefits, you need Plains Law Offices, LLP! Successful Workers’ Compensation litigation requires the services of an aggressive, knowledgeable lawyer. The attorneys at Plains Law Offices, LLP have been representing injured employees for over 20 years. We have extensive knowledge and experience with the Wyoming Workers’ Compensation system. If you have been denied workers’ compensation benefits, call the attorneys at Plains Law Offices, LLP! A Final Determination denying workers’ compensation benefits requires a response within 15 days! Failure to timely request a hearing will result in loss of your right to a hearing on the issue. If you are uncertain of what to do, request a hearing! It is better to request a hearing and later withdraw the request, than to lose your right to a hearing. And don’t worry about the legal quagmire. In most cases you will have the right to a free lawyer, and Plains Law Offices, LLP will be on your side!

History

Established in 2001.

Prior to becoming an attorney in 2001, Kenneth served as a police officer for fourteen years. In this capacity he investigated many crimes, allegations of child abuse and neglect, and crimes committed by and against children. Kenneth has an in-depth understanding of investigative techniques that he uses for the benefit of his clients.

Meet the Business Owner: Kenneth D.

Since becoming an attorney in 2001, Kenneth has primarily practiced in criminal and juvenile law. Kenneth was a deputy prosecuting attorney in Gillette, Wyoming for almost two years before opening a private practice with his wife, Erin Mercer. Kenneth's cases primarily included criminal defense and representing children and parents in juvenile matters. Kenneth and Erin ran Plains Law Offices, LLP until 2011, when Kenneth was elected as county and prosecuting attorney for Johnson County, Wyoming. Kenneth's knowledge of the criminal and juvenile courts is substantial. Kenneth has been lead attorney in serious felony jury trials for crimes such as murder, sexual abuse, drug trafficking and more. Kenneth has resolved over 200 felony cases and many more misdemeanors. Kenneth understands juvenile law and has represented children and parents in juvenile actions. Kenneth also works with children and parents. He will explain the law and walk you through the process, protecting your interests.