Steven G. Brown
Partner
Steven G. Brown is an accomplished first-chair trial lawyer with deep experience in medical malpractice, professional liability, long-term care, and commercial litigation. Trusted by clients for his strategic advocacy and consistent results, Steve brings the rigor and insight of big law experience to every case he handles.
About
Steven G. Brown is a seasoned trial attorney and Partner at SAKG, who has been with the firm since 2014. Drawing on a distinguished background at prominent Kansas City law firms, Steve focuses his practice on medical malpractice litigation, professional liability claims, long-term care disputes, and complex commercial cases. Known for his dedication to zealous advocacy, he has successfully tried numerous cases to verdict—including prevailing in his very first first-chair jury trial in a surgical malpractice matter.
Steve is recognized by clients and peers for his ability to tackle high-stakes, technically complex litigation with clarity and integrity. His passion for the law and commitment to serving clients’ best interests are hallmarks of his practice, earning him industry honors and a reputation for achieving meaningful results in challenging disputes.
Areas of Practice
Education

- J.D., University of Kansas School of Law, 1992, Associate Editor, University of Kansas Law Review, 1990-92
- B.A., University of Kansas, Journalism, 1989
Bar Admissions

- Missouri
- Kansas
Results

- Served as primary counsel in multi-million dollar case brought under Federal Torts Claims Act arising from physician’s alleged failure to diagnose cauda equina syndrome in pregnant patient.
- Achieved summary judgment for major bank in foreclosure case in which borrowers sought to enforce a claimed loan modification under various theories, including fraud, negligent misrepresentation, and violation of the Racketeer Influenced and Corrupt Organization Act (“RICO“).
- Served as member of trial team in three-week product liability case involving severe brain injuries to minor child arising from automobile manufacturer’s alleged failure to properly design and manufacture seat. Achieved settlement prior to start of closing arguments.
- Served as primary counsel in numerous medical negligence cases involving a wide variety of issues, including: failure to timely diagnose and manage a cerebellar infarct; failure to timely diagnose and treat acute monocytic leukemia; failure to properly diagnose and manage various issues related to pregnancy and childbirth; and failure to properly perform various surgical procedures.
- Served as primary counsel in personal injury case against a multinational corporation in which plaintiff alleged he suffered severe renal injuries because the corporation failed to properly load powdered products on a truck, which caused the products to become displaced during transport and subsequently fall on him. Successfully resolved case via settlement.
- Prevailed on motion to dismiss in foreclosure case on behalf of major bank in which borrowers contended, among other things, that bank was not proper note holder, that bank perpetrated fraud against borrowers, and that bank had no standing to foreclose against borrowers.
- Drafted amicus brief in case involving the applicability and scope of the “loss of chance“ theory of recovery in medical negligence cases in Kansas.
- Drafted all appellate briefing and presented oral arguments to the United States Court of Appeals for the Tenth Circuit in case involving claims for malicious prosecution that had been previously dismissed on summary judgment at the district court level.
Awards & Recognition

Publications

- The Strict Liability Standard and Clinical Supervison in Professional Psychology: Research and Practice, 2016, Vol. 47, No. 2 (co-authoered with Paul D Polychronis, Ph.D.)









