Walnut Lawyers

Linda believes every client deserves her full attention in every case. It is important to her to make sure every client is well-informed on the legal issues they are facing and the legal options available to them. Whether the situation requires negotiations or representation in court, Linda is dedicated to a cost-effective approach to resolution while making sure the client receives quality representation.

Richard A. Samaniego is a member at Gibson Watson Marino LLC. He is a civil litigation attorney with an emphasis on Family Law, Probate and Estate Planning.

Julia Craft is an owner of Joseph, Hollander & Craft LLC and chairs the firm’s family law practice group. Having focused exclusively on family law representation since 1989, Julia devotes her practice to cases involving divorce, child support, child custody, spousal maintenance, parenting time, guardianships, adoptions, and grandparent rights. She has earned a reputation for excellence in Kansas courtrooms and is recognized as one of the top divorce lawyers in the Wichita area.

Employment law has been Mr. Hollander’s primary practice area for the better part of his career. His practice is broad and includes the defense of employers and insurance companies against a variety of employment and related claims in both federal and state courts and administrative agencies. He regularly counsels and represents employers in matters involving the protection and enforcement of trade secrets, severance agreements, non-compete agreements and other employment agreements. Most recently, his litigation practice has included defending securities fraud claims in both federal and state courts.

Mr. Hollander is Employment Panel Counsel for several major insurance carriers with several of...

As the founder of Roger Fincher Attorney at Law, Topeka attorney Roger Fincher devotes his practice to an assortment of personal injury and workers’ compensation matters. Since 1993, he has been working in the legal field. Prior to founding his current firm, Mr. Fincher was a partner at the firm of Bryan, Linkins, Hejtmanek & Fincher. He is a member of the Topeka Bar Association, Kansas Association for Justice, American Association for Justice, and Kansas Bar Association. Attorney Fincher is a graduate of the University of Kansas School of Law. His office happily provides free consults—contact them today for yours.

Jon McConnell was inspired to pursue law because of an inherent need to help others. His father is a pastor, and Jon knew at an early age that he would either follow in his father’s footsteps or become a defense attorney. However, Jon feels the most reward when he protects someone who is at the lowest point of their lives. They don’t have a friend in the world and have nowhere else to turn. Helping others brings out the best in Jon. In order to do the most good, Jon fulfilled his calling by becoming an attorney. Jon doesn’t pass...

Justin is an attorney, C.P.A. and holds a Master of Laws in Taxation (Tax LLM). Justin’s practice focuses on business and commercial law, civil and criminal litigation, bankruptcy, creditor’s rights, estate planning, tax controversies and trust and probate administration. He regularly advocates for his clients in litigation matters in both state and federal courts and also counsels clients with regard to tax planning for business transactions, sales and business formation. Justin has written articles on tax and related legal topics for Ingram’s Magazine, Thomson Reuters, National Business Institute and the Kansas Bar Association. He has been recognized by Super Lawyers...

Anne counsels health care organizations and individual health care providers throughout Kansas, assisting them in all aspects of health and hospital law, including regulatory compliance, business transactions, medical staff relations, peer review and risk management, professional licensure and discipline, and defense of medical malpractice claims. Her civil litigation practice includes insurance defense, business disputes (including non-compete agreements), and appellate advocacy.

Tim Sifers is the Managing Partner of the The Potts Law Firm, LLP’s Kansas City Office. Tim has over 16-years of experience practicing in the litigation arena working on personal injury motor vehicle/trucking litigation, medical malpractice and nursing home litigation, securities litigation, consumer protection class actions and product liability litigation in mass torts on a nationwide level.Tim graduated from the University of Missouri School of Law in Kansas City. While diligently studying law, he was awarded the American Bar Association National Trial Competition Award and the Order of Barristers for Superior Accomplishment in Trial and Appellate Advocacy.Tim was born and...

As the founding attorney at the firm Garrett Law LLC, Topeka lawyer devotes his energies to the provision of legal representation in bankruptcy cases. For more than 16 years, Mr. Garrett has been working in the legal field. He has been handling bankruptcy cases since the year 2002. Attorney Garrett is a member of the National Association of Consumer Bankruptcy Attorneys and Kansas Bar Association. He is a graduate of the University of Kansas School of Law. Contact his firm today to learn more.

Andrew Hutton is cofounder of Hutton & Hutton Law Firm, LLC with his brother, Mark Hutton. He received his Bachelor of Business Arts and Juris Doctor from Washburn University of Topeka. Andy is a powerhouse litigator who has tackled some of the toughest personal injury cases, including pharmaceutical products liability, medical malpractice, mass torts, and catastrophic injuries. His experience and in-depth knowledge of personal injury litigation has earned him numerous recognitions, including being selected to Best Lawyers of Kansas®, Best Lawyer in America®, and Super Lawyers®. Andy is also AV Rated® by Martindale-Hubbell®

As a practicing attorney since 1972, Michael E. Whitsitt has always served his clients professionally, with the highest degree of ethics and according to the best standards of legal practice. Mr. Whitsitt is highly respected and has extensive high-asset experience. For more than 40 years, he has been helping clients settle their legal problems, both in and out of court. "As an attorney facing a divorce I knew that a critical factor would be the attorney I chose to represent me. I needed someone that would vigilantly represent my interests while at the same time maintaining...

I began my criminal law career at the Miami County Attorney’s Office under Elizabeth Sweeney-Reeder. During my time as a prosecutor I worked in Juvenile, Domestic Violence, Misdemeanor Traffic, Misdemeanor Crimes, Field and Game, DUI, and Felony Failure to Register cases. This broad spectrum allowed me to gain great knowledge of criminal law. After leaving the County Attorney's Office in December of 2017, I then went to work for Cameron & Herrman, P.A, a very well-known firm in Wichita, Kansas. I work zealously to defend the rights of my clients in Criminal, Traffic, DUI, and Family Law.

You can find a full bio on the website link below. Some basics include: Graduated with a J.D. (Juris Doctor) in 1981 from Washburn University School of Law. Served as a school board attorney, city attorney, district judge, municipal court judge, guardian ad litem and a prosecutor. I will personally handle your case and represent you in court using all my years of experience.

Attorney Gregory A. Schwartz is a native of Hays and lifelong Kansan, and is proud to be working and raising his family in the community where he himself grew up. After graduating from Washburn University School of Law in 2000, Greg returned to Hays to practice. His many practice areas include family law, criminal defense, and business and contract law. He enjoys getting to know his clients, developing an understanding of their legal concerns, and working with them to design a plan to achieve their goals. Greg's focus is on doing what will achieve the best possible outcome for...

I am a Christian, husband, and father of five who has work experience in the sciences, manufacturing, and the mission field. I am a hard worker, a diligent researcher, and an effective representative. I am committed to providing excellent legal services to all those who will trust me to be their attorney. I started Coughlin Law Office with the goal of providing legal services to businesses and individuals throughout northeast Kansas and beyond.

Samantha has been licensed since 2000 and has collected well over a million dollars on behalf of clients who have suffered personal injuries. We have represented clients involved in serious highway tractor-trailer accidents and clients involved in more minor auto accidents. We have also assisted numerous clients whose family members have been abused and/or neglected while in the care of nursing homes. Samantha was previously employed by an insurance defense firm, which has given her valuable insight into the manner in which injury cases will be defended by the insurance company. She is involved with the KS Association for Justice...

I am a native of West Wichita and graduated from Maize High School. After high school, I attended Kansas State University and graduated with a bachelor’s degree in Sociology, with an emphasis on Criminology, in 2013. Upon graduating from K-State, I enrolled at Washburn University School of Law and graduated with Dean’s Honors in May 2017. Although I was originally interested in criminal law, my interest in estate planning and administration was sparked when Larson & Brown restated my grandmother’s entire estate plan, which included over 1800 acres of farm and pasture ground in Northeastern Kansas. My involvement in that project...

Alex is originally from Wichita, but later moved to Norwich, Kansas, and graduated from Norwich High School. Alex has a passion for community involvement and helping others, especially children.

After spending a summer working in Washington D.C., Alex realized he wanted a career where he could make a lasting change in peoples lives, and decided to attend law school at Washburn University School of Law. Alex knew from the beginning of his law school career that he wanted to practice family law. Alex graduated with a Family Law Certificate, which is granted only to students who complete a significant amount...

Keith Edwards is a Wichita-based criminal defense attorney who represents individuals charged with crimes in municipal, state, and federal courts throughout Kansas. Keith is a graduate of the National Criminal Defense College’s Trial Practice Institute and has devoted his entire career to criminal defense. He handles cases involving misdemeanor and felony charges, including DUI, drug offenses, property crimes, sex offenses, and violent crimes.

Colton graduated from Kansas State University (1993) with BS in History. He then attended Washburn University School of Law in Topeka, KS and earned a Juris Doctorate (1996). After graduation, Colton moved to Scott City, KS where he opened a solo practice and remained until 2017 serving the counties of Scott, Lane, Wichita, Finney, Wallace, Greeley, Kearney, Logan, Thomas, Grant, Ford, Ness and Gove. He has also served on the Bench as the City Judge in Scott City for 10 years. In 2017, Colton began his practice in Hays. KS serving the entire Western half of Kansas. He remains...

Lawyer specializing in Litigation Consulting and Alternative Dispute Resolution (mediation, negotiation and arbitration). I currently work for the Federal Government, but am authorized to work outside of that employment. Mediation is a growing field and this Law Office fully supports recognition of those services in the community. Litigation Consulting services are available in the field of jury selection, legal communication and speaking, non-verbal communication and presentation. DeLaughder Law Office specializes in alternative dispute resolution and focused on mediation in all types of legal fields including private negotiations, domestic and general civil and business law.

Attorney LJ Leatherman earned his Bachelor of Arts degree in History and Political Science from Adams State College, and his Juris Doctorate degree from the Washburn University School of Law. Mr. Leatherman is a member of the Kansas Trial Lawyers Association, the Topeka Bar Association, the Kansas Bar Association, the American Bar Association, and the Trial Lawyers for Public Justice. He is licensed to practice law in the State of Kansas and the United States District Court, District of Kansas. Attorney Leatherman focuses his practice on tort litigation in the fields of automobile negligence, electrical injuries, firearm litigation, wrongful death,...

Mark Hutton cofounded and is the current Managing Partner of Hutton & Hutton Law Firm, LLC. He earned both his undergraduate and law degrees from Washburn University. Mark has been practicing personal injury law and litigation for over 34 years, including cases involving auto accidents, mass torts, and medical malpractice. His track record contains numerous multi-million dollar awards to clients, including a $23 million verdict in a baby brain damage case in which he served as lead counsel. Mark is a proven advocate and one of the most respected trial attorneys in the nation.

As an associate with Potts Law Firm, Nate actively participates in the handling and litigation of complex product liability, personal injury, and eminent domain matters. Nate began working with the firm after his first year in law school. Since then, he has helped gain favorable results for clients all across the nation.

A people person, Nate has always had a passion for helping and getting to know others. “As an attorney, I am in a unique position to get to know people on a professional and personal level. Even though I operate in a professional environment, these matters concern my...

Chapter 13 and Chapter 7 bankruptcy available to stop garnishments, repossessions, foreclosures and payday and title loan collection. Selected personal injury cases accepted on a contingency fee basis. Can assist foreign counsel with Madrid Protocol filings before the USPTO. Please call concerning other types of cases.

Criminal law attorney, Gary D. Stone, serves clients in the Kansas City, Kansas, metropolitan area and surrounding counties. As a former Assistant District Attorney who has practiced law since 1995, he has the background, skills, and proven trial record to handle your case.

Mr. Stone represents Kansas residents accused of any criminal offense in municipal and district court, and represents defendants from both Kansas and Missouri in federal court criminal and drug crimes cases. You can count on decisive and effective legal representation from Mr. Stone.

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Topeka-based family law attorney Ardith Smith-Woertz has been handling cases involving divorce, parentage, child support, child custody, residency, and parenting time for more than three decades. She is a Certified Mediator through the Kansas Office of Judicial Administration and regularly acts as a mediator/conciliator for parties involved in domestic disputes. She also serves on the Kansas Judicial Council’s Family Law Advisory Committee—studying family law issues, writing proposed legislation, and drafting domestic forms that are used across Kansas.

Mr. Benfer was born in Topeka, Kansas in 1954, and admitted to the bar in 1982. He is licensed to practice in Kansas, Missouri, and the U.S. District Court for the District of Kansas; the U.S. District Court for the District of Missouri; 10th Circuit Court of Appeals and the United States Supreme Court. He is a member of the Topeka, and Kansas Bar Associations; and the Kansas Trial Lawyers Association. Mr. Benfer's areas of practice cover all aspects of personal injury law, including wrongful death claims, car accidents, injuries caused by defective products, construction site accidents, and workers compensation...

The law firm of Mindy Reynolds is exclusively dedicated to family law. Mindy Reynolds has over twenty five years of legal experience with a solid reputation for helping Kansans achieve stable, workable, and cost effective solutions to their legal issues. Mindy Reynolds understands that family law deals with the most important and intimate aspects of her clients’ lives. Whether your case involves divorce, legal separation, annulment, child custody, visitation, child support, spousal support, paternity, post-divorce matters, enforcement of court orders, or any other family law matters, Mindy Reynolds will guide you through the legal process to help...

Former Assistant District Attorney (Shawnee County, Kansas);
Former Assistant City Attorney (Topeka, Kansas)

Katie graduated from Missouri State University and received her Juris Doctor from the University of Kansas School of Law. She was awarded the Walter Hiersteiner Outstanding Service Award by the law school faculty, which is given to the student whose service to her fellow students, university, and community, demonstrates the greatest promise for contribution to the legal profession and to society. Katie is the Founder of the KU Student Animal Legal Defense Fund, Founded the Animal Cruelty Prosecution Clinic and worked for Best Friends Animal Society while in law school, and upon graduation.

Katie’s legal work history is primarily...

Facing a divorce or family law matter can be a stressful time for anyone. Your family is important to you, so our attorneys will work hard to provide you with compassionate and diligent representation during this difficult time. Caleb Smith is a caring Associate Attorney with Stange Law Firm, PC, and is ready to help clients throughout Sedgwick County from our firm’s Wichita, Kansas family law office. Caleb obtained his Juris Doctorate from Washburn University School of Law in 2011. While in law school, Caleb worked as a governmental affairs intern for Blue Cross Blue Shield and as a...

Benjamin Jackson- Scott City, KS Lawyer. General Practice Law serving all of western Kansas.

Gary Denning has practiced law in Central Kansas for over 30 years. He has lived in Salina since graduating from Salina Central. His legal education was at The University of Kansas.

Gary has taken a leadership role in the Salina community, having been elected to the Salina USD 305 School Board 4 times. He has also been on the governing boards of Ashby House, DVACK, and the Salina Parks and Recreation Commission.

In addition to representing the parties to divorce and custody cases, he has also represented children as Guardian Ad Litem in dozens of Central Kansas cases.