Business & Technology Law
Turning legal challenges into business opportunities.
Practice Areas
Technology Contracts
& Online Terms
SaaS Agreements
Terms of Service
Software and Hardware
Cloud Storage
Developer Agreements
Data Subscription & Licensing
Privacy Compliance
GLBA, HIPAA, State Laws
Privacy Policies
Data Processing Agreements
Business Associate Agreements Implementation
Operational Compliance
Dispute Management
& Resolution
Demand Letters
Negotiations
Strategic Advice
Settlement Agreements
Data & AI Governance
Data Use Agreements
AI Policies
Data Ethics Policies
Data Breach Support
Incident Response Plans
Corporate Policies
& Risk Management
Employee Policies
Employee Handbooks
Sourcing / Contracting
Codes of Ethics
Risk Counseling
General Business Contracts
Customer & Vendor Agreements
Confidentiality & Non-disclosure
Professional Services & Freelancing
Equipment Lease & Purchase
Outsourcing
Reseller & Revenue Sharing
Marketing, Sponsorship, Events
About Us
Our Experience Works For You
We serve every size, stage and type of business – startups, tech entrepreneurs, early and late stage growth companies, family businesses, and publicly traded companies.
Our expertise spans the technology, financial services, insurance, FinTech, HealthTech, consulting, restaurant, and retail sectors. We are focused on delivering the best results for your organization.
KBM offers preventative legal counsel, contract drafting and negotiation, corporate policy development, and commercial dispute resolution. We can be your counsel for strategic projects, fractional (part-time) general counsel, or counsel for specialized matters.
Your Business Partner
Effective legal support is never one-size-fits-all. We build strong relationships and want to know your business. We deliver practical, concrete advice that reflects your objectives and risk tolerance. We take pride in managing your risk so you can maximize your opportunities.
Our approach is both strategic and tactical. We don’t just advise from afar; we help you execute. We’re here to help you make smart decisions, avoid unnecessary headaches, and move your business forward.
Running a business isn’t easy. We’re here to make it easier. Whether navigating challenges or celebrating wins, we’re a committed partner every step of the way.
Attorneys
Karen (Black) McConnell, founder of KBM Law Group, brings more than 25 years of experience as in-house counsel across the technology, telecommunications, cybersecurity, fintech, insurance and financial services sectors. Her passion for being embedded within the business — working closely with others and contributing to company success — shaped her collaborative, client-focused approach to law.
She has always loved being part of the team—being accountable for her work, involved in day-to-day decisions, and truly invested in the results. She has received multiple awards from clients and co-workers for accountability, generating cash, and perseverance. Karen’s deep understanding of diverse business needs and personalities allows her to tailor legal advice to align with each client’s unique goals.
Karen received her J.D. from Washington University School of Law and her B.A. in Psychology from St. Louis University. She is a Certified Information Privacy Professional (CIPP/US) and a Certified Information Privacy Technologist (CIPT) and licensed to practice law in Kansas, Missouri, and Illinois. She currently resides in the Kansas City area with her family.
CONTACT KBM LAW GROUP:
Karen B. McConnell
[email protected]
913.907.9114
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