Business Details
50+ Years
experience
Trusted Legal Representation in Kansas Since 1961
Kennedy Berkley has been dedicated to delivering smart, effective legal solutions since 1961. Our firm serves businesses and individuals across Kansas and beyond, with a particular focus on agribusiness, banking, family law, and estate planning. We combine deep knowledge of the Kansas economy with expertise in local, state, and federal laws to provide strategic counsel tailored to each client's needs. Our team's century of collective experience ensures clients receive personalized attention and innovative legal strategies. We represent agricultural clients ranging from family farms to national cooperatives, financial institutions, and families navigating complex legal matters. Our commitment to understanding clients' unique situations allows us to deliver practical solutions for business growth, dispute resolution, and family law issues.With offices in Salina, Hays, Dodge City, and Garden City, we maintain strong relationships with clients through responsive, transparent communication. Our attorneys regularly handle trial and appellate cases in state and federal courts, demonstrating our litigation expertise. We pride ourselves on combining legal excellence with a client-centric approach that prioritizes long-term relationships over transactional interactions. From succession planning to adoption services, our comprehensive legal practice addresses both business and personal needs with equal dedication.
Services
Business Law
Agribusiness
Banking Law
Family Law
Estate Planning
Commercial Mediation
Adoption Services
Succession Planning
Details
- Year established: 1961
Highlights and features
- We offer 60+ years of combined legal experience in Kansas courts and regulatory environments
- Our team provides personalized attention with deep understanding of agricultural and business sectors
- We implement proven strategies for complex estate planning and business succession
- Our firm maintains strong relationships with financial institutions across Kansas
- We provide dynamic representation in both litigation and mediation for family law matters
Services
Agribusiness Law
Our agribusiness attorneys represent agricultural clients from family farms to national cooperatives. We handle lending transactions, regulatory compliance, and operational matters for grain farmers, livestock producers, and equipment manufacturers. Our team understands the unique challenges facing agricultural businesses and provides tailored legal solutions to protect operations and facilitate growth.
Family Law
We provide comprehensive family law services including divorce, child custody, and property division. Our attorneys offer compassionate representation for complex family matters, handling both amicable dissolutions and contested litigation. We focus on protecting clients' interests while minimizing emotional and financial strain during difficult transitions.
Estate Planning
Our estate planning practice helps clients protect assets and create legacy plans. We draft wills, establish trusts, and develop succession strategies for business owners and families. With over 40 years of experience, we ensure efficient asset transfer while minimizing tax implications and addressing complex family dynamics.
Commercial Mediation
We offer commercial mediation services to resolve business disputes efficiently. Our attorneys facilitate negotiations between parties to reach mutually beneficial agreements. This alternative to litigation saves time and costs while maintaining business relationships through creative problem-solving approaches.
Banking Law
Our banking law practice serves financial institutions across Kansas. We handle lending transactions, regulatory compliance, and corporate governance matters for banks and credit unions. With decades of experience in creditors' rights and commercial finance, we provide strategic counsel to navigate complex financial legal issues.
People
James R. Angell
Managing Partner
James R. Angell is a managing partner at Kennedy Berkley with expertise in farm estate planning and agribusiness law. He represents agricultural clients across Kansas and the Midwest while serving on the Board of Directors for The Bank of Tescott.
Questions
What areas of law does Kennedy Berkley specialize in?
We specialize in agribusiness law, family law, estate planning, banking law, and commercial mediation, serving both businesses and individuals across Kansas.
Do you handle cases outside Kansas?
While our primary focus is Kansas, we represent clients in surrounding states through our agribusiness and commercial law practices.
How experienced is your legal team?
Our attorneys have over 60 years of combined experience in Kansas legal matters, with specific expertise in agricultural law and family court proceedings.
What makes your firm different from other law practices?
We combine deep local knowledge with specialized expertise in agricultural and business law, maintaining long-term client relationships through personalized legal solutions.
Do you offer estate planning services for farmers?
Yes, we provide specialized estate planning for farmers and ranchers, focusing on land preservation, tax optimization, and family succession planning.
Can you help with business succession planning?
Our firm offers comprehensive succession planning services to ensure smooth business transitions, including legal documentation and tax strategy development.
