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When facing a divorce or family law matter in the Overland Park, Kansas area, it can be a challenging and difficult time. Not knowing what the future holds for you and your family can be stressful. When these situations arise, it is important that you have dedicated and caring legal counsel in your corner to provide you with guidance and peace of mind throughout the process. Chris Kellogg is a diligent Senior Associate Attorney with Stange Law Firm in our Overland Park office. He can represent clients throughout the Johnson County, KS area, and nearby.. Chris attended Washburn University School of Law in Topeka, Kansas where he earned his Juris Doctor in 2004. While attending law school, he received Dean’s Honors and served as the Student Editor-in-Chief (May 2003-May 2004) and a Student Research Editor (Aug. 2002-May 2003) for the ABA Family Law Quarterly. Before studying law, Chris attended Kansas State University where he earned both a Master of Arts in Spanish Language Acquisition and a Bachelor of Arts in Spanish. Chris is licensed and ready to help clients in the state of Kansas.. Before joining the Overland Park, Kansas divorce and family law attorneys at Stange Law Firm, Chris most recently worked as an attorney for a child support government contractor. In this role, he worked to establish paternity and child support for the Kansas Department for Children and Families in Sedgwick County, Kansas, which included drafting of pleadings and other legal documents for a large caseload, representing DCF in court proceedings, and interacting with internal and external clients. He also worked to modify child support obligations for his clients. Before this, Chris worked in various legal roles over the past 20 years including as an Administrative Law Judge for the State of Kansas Office of Administrative Hearings, a Deputy Director of Child Support Services for the Department for Children and Families in Kansas, and a Staff Attorney for the United States Court of Appeals for the Second Circuit in New York City. Chris is a dedicated family lawyer who takes pride in his legal work. He is focused on helping you navigate the difficult waters of your divorce or family law matter and is eager to help you rebuild your life.. Outside of his legal work, Chris is dedicated to giving back to his community. Throughout his career he has served in various roles for community-based organizations such as the Kansas Child Support Enforcement Association, the Boy Scouts of America, and the Salvation Army and Habitat for Humanity of Salina, Kansas. Chris is also fluent in spoken and written Spanish.. Note: The choice of a lawyer is an important decision and should not be based solely upon advertisements.

Since 2014, judges and other attorneys have recognized me as having the highest level of professional excellence for both legal ability and ethical standards and have rated me to be AV Preeminent by Martindale-Hubbell. Since 2016, I have  also been selected to Missouri and Kansas Super Lawyers. Only 5% of attorneys in Missouri and Kansas receive this distinction.. I understand this is probably the most difficult time of your life. You need an attorney who will work with you to effectively deal with the issues that are important to you. Too many attorneys make the resolution of cases more difficult and expensive than is necessary. i will always use an approach to maximize the result for you and minimize the expense. If the opposing party is unreasonable, I have extensive experience in representing clients in the courtroom.. I have resided in the Kansas City area since 1973. Prior to attending law school, I was the co-founder of an adoption agency and the general manager of a family-owned manufacturing company.  I have personal experience in dealing with the impact of divorce. I live with my wife in Olathe, Kansas. We have a blended family of five adult children. I am active in community and church activities. In my spare time, I enjoy watching auto racing, KU basketball, playing golf, and spending time with family and friends.

Sarah Sypher graduated from the University of Kansas School of Law in May of 2004 where she earned the 2004 Medal of Academic Excellence from the American Bankruptcy Institute and was a member of KU’s 2004 Duberstein Bankruptcy Moot Court Competition team.  Sarah also holds a Bachelor of Science in Business Administration with an emphasis in psychology from the University of Kansas School of Business.  Sarah studied abroad in 1992 to Kanagawa University in Hirasutaka, Japan to study language, culture and business.. She took 6 years off between earning her Business degree and law school to experience life after college.  During that time Sarah worked in small business management and accounting in Chicago and Kansas.  She also traveled extensively in Europe, Asia and even Africa to experience different cultures, languages and lifestyles.. Sarah is now settled back near her hometown of Lawrence, Kansas where she and her husband spend their time enjoying a more quiet life in rural Douglas County.. Since earning her JD, Sarah has limited her practice to consumer bankruptcy law.  She founded Sypher Law in 2005.

Samantha Shepherd is the founder and Managing Attorney of Shepherd Elder Law Group, LLC where her practice concentrates on Medicaid planning, asset & income protection, special needs trusts, and estate planning. Utilizing her legal expertise and compassionate heart, Samantha has successfully helped over 8,000 individuals and families in Kansas City as aging and disability have left them vulnerable to ensuring self-care.. Samantha is also the founder and CEO of Assured Trust Company (ATC). As an expert in the field of Special Needs Planning, ATC, under the guidance of Ms. Shepherd, provides trust administration and care management services to the most vulnerable.Samantha received her B.A. from Tulane University and her J.D. from Boston College School of Law. She has also earned an LL.M. from the University of Missouri – Kansas City. She has been admitted to practice in Massachusetts, Maine, Kansas, & Missouri.Samantha is a member of the Kansas and Missouri chapters of the National Academy of Elder Law Attorneys (NAELA) and has been awarded NAELA’s Council of Advanced Practitioners. She has served on the National Board of NAELA, a peer-elected position. She is a Past-Chair of the Missouri Bar Elder Law Committee and Past-President of the Missouri Chapter of NAELA. She is a member of the Estate Planning Society of Kansas City, the Kansas and Missouri Bar Associations, Johnson County Bar Association, and the Kansas City Metropolitan Bar Association (KCMBA) where she served as Chair of the Trust & Estates Committee. She also served on the board of Kansas Advocates for Better Care, volunteers on the board of directors of Down Syndrome Innovations and is the Founder of the charity, Heartland Special Needs Foundation, formerly known as Special Needs Assured, whose mission is support, education, funding, and advocacy for those with special needs and other developmental disabilities.. Samantha is a frequent lecturer on the topics of Elder Law, Special Needs Planning, and Trust Administration, advising and educating other attorneys and community organizations. She has spoken at state (Kansas, Missouri, and Oklahoma) and national conferences hosted by the National Academy of Elder Law Attorneys. Samantha has also presented to the Kansas City Metropolitan Bar Association (KCMBA), Kansas Bar Association, Missouri Trust Institute, National Business Institute (NBI), the Missouri Bar Estate, Trust, & Elder Law Institute, the Oklahoma Bar, Elder Counsel, Wealth Counsel, UMKC School of Law, Mid-Continent Public Library, Raytown School District, & the Northland Community Service Coalition.

Robert J. Drumm began practicing law in 2002, graduating with top honors (Order of the Coif) from the University of Kansas School of Law after working several years in the printing and packaging industries. He holds a Bachelor's degree and a Master's degree from Texas Tech University. Robert is licensed to practice in Kansas and Missouri.. Robert brings a unique background to his transactional practice areas. He practiced as an associate at a large Kansas City law firm in one of the region's leading real estate practice groups, and in business transactions with a large international firm. Robert then served as associate general counsel to a publicly-traded real estate investment trust, where he ran over $2 billion in acquisitions, dispositions and financing; he advised asset management and development teams; and he assisted in corporate governance and securities compliance. He also managed outside counsel and provided strategic guidance to the company in disputes ranging from small landlord-tenant cases to high-stakes litigation.. Robert’s background also includes five years as an entrepreneur. He built a small, home-based packaging supply company into a well-known and respected supplier serving the craft beverage industry, with a nationally-focused sales staff and a traditional bricks-and-mortar presence. After selling the business to investors from a private equity group, he refocused on his transactional practice and worked both independently and with a middle-market firm in Kansas City.. Robert’s background as in-house counsel for a publicly-traded company, as a small business owner, and real estate investor helps him stay focused on the real-world objectives behind legal matters—whether they be transactions, compliance issues, or litigation—and he especially enjoys working with entrepreneurs in planning for growth, in addressing challenges, and in smoothing out the inevitable transitions in the life cycle of a business or a real estate asset. He also enjoys working with churches and charitable organizations in real estate and organizational management projects.. Most of Robert’s time outside the office is devoted to his wife and five children, and to activities at his family’s third-generation farm in Coffey County, Kansas.. Robert approaches every engagement with these three fundamentals in mind:. 1.  Risk is to be managed, not avoided. An objective advisor can help you assess those risks, and a good negotiator can help you mitigate them, but risk-taking is a part of every successful business or real estate venture. A lawyer should understand that and won't tell you "no," but rather "the potential consequences of that action are....". 2.  Avoid sweeping things under the rug and kicking cans down the road. Business and real estate principals should have those awkward conversations and consider contingencies early on, before issues arise. If they hit these question head-on, they’ll have better results and better relationships down the road when it comes time to divide the pot of gold—or the pile of manure—before they encounter it.. 3. Good legal work can’t fix bad deals. I stand ready to help clients go beyond the financial reports and the legal documents to assess their strategic options holistically, so that they know who they’re dealing with and how a business or real estate project really works before they commit themselves to a course of action. I'd rather help you avoid a mistake than help you work your way out of it.

Ms. Wilwert is a member of the firm’s health care practice group and assists health care providers in responding to patient care issues, treatment issues, consent issues, bioethics issues, and regularly advises providers on risk management, HIPAA, EMTALA, the conditions of participation, conditions of coverage, and state licensure. Additionally, Ms. Wilwert assists in litigation in areas such as hospital and physician regulation, reimbursement, and professional malpractice.

Mr. Lambrechts practices both intellectual property and environmental law.  Mr. Lambrechts has substantial experience in preparing patent applications for medical devices, safety equipment, machine tools, building components and automation equipment. In addition, he advises clients on trademarks including their prosecution, opposition, policing and enforcement. He also provides clients with legal opinions on infringement issues and patent validity and assists clients with licensing of intellectual property and protecting trademarks and copyrights. Mr. Lambrechts is registered to practice before the U.S. Patent and Trademark Office.. From 1983 to 1987, Mr. Lambrechts served as a senior automation engineer with the Allied Signal Corporation in Kansas City, Missouri.. From 1991 to 1995, Mr. Lambrechts served with the U.S. EPA in the Regional 7 office as a special assistant to the Regional Administrator.. Mr. Lambrechts also serves as an adjunct professor at the University of Missouri at Kansas City where he has taught courses for both the law school and engineering school since 1993. Mr. Lambrechts’ avocation is his service to the United States Navy Reserve as the Campus Liaison Officer for UMKC.

Michael Wharton has been a trial attorney for over 20 years. After graduating from the University of Missouri – Kansas City School of Law in 1992, Mr. Wharton spent three years as an associate attorney at Walters Bender & Strohbehn, P.C. in Kansas City, Missouri. There he earned valuable experience as an injury attorney handling complex litigation such as dangerous product cases, railroad injuries, and class actions.. In 1996, he went to work for Couch Strausbaugh Pierce & King, Chartered, a group of trial attorneys in Overland Park, Kansas. He was elevated to partner and specialized in injury cases such as car accidents, slip and fall injuries, and insurance claims.. Over the years, he developed a philosophy for how to best help those injured by the negligence of others -- be aggressive. The insurance companies have claim representatives working hard for them, so it’s important that the injury attorney be equally aggressive. At Couch Pierce King & Wharton, he continues to diligently represent his clients to ensure that they are treated fairly when they are often at their most vulnerable.. Mr. Wharton is an experienced trial lawyer who fights to make sure that his client's rights are advanced at every step of the claim process. He understands that it is important to his clients that their medical bills are timely paid, their lost income reimbursed, and their futures protected. He also understands how an injury can change a client's everyday life, and how important it is that his clients are compensated for that change. He works hard to see that these goals are accomplished for every client in every case.. Mr. Wharton has been awarded a pre-eminent ("AV") rating by the  Martindale Hubbell Law Directory and is a graduate of the Ross T. Roberts Inns of Court. He is a member of the Kansas and Missouri Bar Associations, and is admitted to practice before the state courts of Missouri and Kansas, as well as the United States District Courts of the Western District of Missouri, the District of Kansas, the Southern District of Texas, and U.S. Court of Appeals, 8th Circuit.

Licensed for over 10 years, I am happily practicing in my chosen field of law.  Yes, I chose family law, I want to help you through your divorce, custody case, child support matter or post divorce issue.  I attended undergrad at Kansas State University, pursuing a psychology degree and law school at the University of Tulsa.  The field of family law is one of the few areas of law that allow me to make a true personal impact on a family.  I am originally from a small hometown, Pratt, Kansas, but have lived in KC for over 10 years.  KC is my home but I certainly haven't lost my small town roots.  My husband and I have a young daughter who keeps us on our toes, and when not parenting we love to attend sporting events (especially Kansas State events), movies, antiquing down in West Bottoms, the occasional beer tasting and pretty much anything outdoors.

Josh started out his career as an Assistant District Attorney in Johnson County, Kansas for nearly a decade. Throughout his career in the District Attorney's Office, Josh prosecuted hundreds of cases ranging from DUI, domestic violence offenses, sex offenses, homicides and have conducted over 30 Jury Trials. Josh has never shied away from trial and will use that same drive and experience to obtain the best possible outcome with your case.

Igers is an experienced divorce and family law attorney, recognized for his negotiation expertise in both Kansas and Missouri.. Igers Vangjeli’s desire to pursue a career in law began during his childhood when he witnessed the complexities of his parents’ divorce at the age of 9. That personal experience sparked a deep interest in helping others navigate similar challenges, ultimately leading him to specialize in family law. He went on to earn his law degree from the University of Connecticut School of Law, where he honed his passion for advocating on behalf of families in need of legal guidance. Upon graduation, Igers made the move to Kansas City, quickly finding it to be a place he could call home. He has been dedicated to serving the Kansas City community ever since.. As the Managing Attorney at Kansas Legal Group, Igers brings a unique approach to his cases, aiming to foster a sense of cooperation and mutual respect from the beginning. He believes in working collaboratively with opposing counsel to find solutions, whenever possible, that benefit all parties involved. His philosophy is rooted in the idea that legal matters, particularly in family law, are best handled with professionalism, empathy, and a clear understanding of his clients’ needs.. Known for his skilled negotiation tactics, Igers is adept at identifying what is truly important to his clients and structuring his approach to protect their interests throughout every phase of the legal process. His clients trust him not only for his legal expertise but also for the confidence and security he provides as he guides them from beginning to end. Whether it’s through mediation or litigation, Igers stands by his clients every step of the way, ensuring they feel fully supported and understood.

I practiced in Phillipsburg, Kansas with my father until his death in 1988. I continue to maintain the Phillipsburg office, but my primary location is now Overland Park, Kansas.  I have served on the Kansas Bar Association's Ethics and Grievance committee for many years.  My practice is primarily in the areas of Estate Planning, Probate, Trusts, and Elder Law, but my western Kansas background has also given me significant experience in Agriculture and Oil and Gas.. Almost all Estate Planning is done on a flat fee basis. Fees for probate depend on state law and are subject to approval of the Court. Other services may be a flat fee or hourly, depending ont he type of service.. I serve on the Board of  the Heartland Men's Chorus and I'm a member of the Leawood Rotary Club. I'm a past member of the Board of the Huck Boyd Foundation.

I have been privileged to practice law for over 25 years in Kansas and Missouri, including state and federal courts. I am a litigator with a focus on insurance defense, insurance coverage, indemnity disputes, and commercial litigation.  I handle matters from intitial filings in a lawsuit to appeal in higher courts.

I handle family law, probate and estate matters in Kansas and Missouri. My primary practice area is divorce. I am a trial attorney with an emphasis on crafting a resolution outside of the courtroom before putting the decision in the hands of a judge. But when push comes to shove I provide my clients with a competitive edge at trial. I have been selected  as a Super Lawyers Rising Star – 2017, 2018, 2019, 2020, 2021 & 2022; National Academy of Family Law Attorneys Top 10 Attorney Award – 2017, 2018, 2019, 2020, 2021, 2022, 2023 & 2024; National Academy of Family Law Attorneys Top 10 Under 40 – 2015, 2016;  I donate my time by serving as the Vice President of the board of directors for the Epilepsy Foundation of Missouri and Kansas.

I believe in delivering personal attention and outstanding service for each of my clients.  While certainly important, the practice of criminal defense is more than simply filing the appropriate motions and handling the technical part of the legal craft.. Beyond that however, educating my clients is a fundamental part of my practice.  Everyone deserves, and frankly, needs a clear understanding of what is happening with their case, and why, so that they can make educate, informed decisions about how they want to proceed with their case.  To that end, you will discuss your case with me and will never be shunted to a paralegal or assistant.

I am an attorney because I am passionate about the role of law in improving the individual and collective lives of the members of our society.  With a law license, one has countless rights, and with them, serious responsibilities.  So much of life's conflicts are due to the polarization of individuals--the focus on our differences:  Christian or Muslim, Gay or Straight, Rich or Poor . . . the list goes on.  Instead, the rule of law and its practice can soften those differences and instead, serve to focus on our commonalities--the things that unite us as people in this world.. The often combativeness of the practice of law can be intellectually stimulating and emotionally fulfilling--but the focus must be on the impact it has on the lives of our clients and those around us.  This is where the ethics of each individual attorney must be be engaged and managed to serve our purpose in this role, rather than in feathering our individuals needs, legitimate or otherwise.. There is much wonderful about life in our world, yet there is so much pain and unfairness.  Each of us much choose for ourselves whether we are going to contribute to the conflict, or to the solutions.  The consideration of this opportunity is what I hope governs each decision I make each day.

Finding a family law attorney in Overland Park, Kansas is an extremely personal decision. They help you through some of your most trying times, touching on some of the most important aspects of your life. Tina Cox is an understanding and empathetic Partner at Stange Law Firm, PC who is used to helping families through these difficult times.. Tina graduated with her undergraduate degree in Economics and Finance from Washburn University. She graduated Magna Cum Laude and a member of the Omicron Delta Epsilon International Economics Honor Society. She then went on to further her education and receive her Master's Degree in Business Administration as well as her Juris Doctor from the University of Kansas.. Prior to working at Stange Law Firm, Tina was a solo practitioner for 18 years. She practiced in the area of family and domestic violence law, providing her valuable insight into all aspects of your domestic case. She served as a parent's attorney as well as a guardian ad litem in both juvenile court and Child in Need of Care proceedings.. When Tina is not in the office, she enjoys spending time with her three children, traveling, playing sports and being outdoors.. Note: The choice of a lawyer is an important decision and should not be based solely upon advertisements. Tina Cox is responsible for the content. Neither the Supreme Court of Missouri/Illinois nor The Missouri/Illinois Bar reviews or approves certifying organizations or specialist designations. We invite you to contact us and welcome your calls, letters and electronic mail. Contacting us does not create an attorney-client relationship. Please do not send any confidential information to us until such time as an attorney-client relationship has been established. Past results afford no guarantee of future results and every case is different and must be judged on its own merits. Headquarters office: 120 S. Central Avenue, Suite 450, Clayton, MO 63105.

Facing a divorce or family law matter may be one of the most challenging situations you face in your life. It is common to feel lost with more questions than answers. Because of this, having caring and understanding legal representation on your side can make all the difference. They will be able to compassionately guide you throughout your case and keep you informed throughout the process. Greg Holmquist is an Associate Attorney with Stange Law Firm. He can represent clients throughout the Johnson County, Kansas area, as well as nearby areas in Missouri, from the firm’s family law office in Overland Park.. Greg earned his Juris Doctorate from Emory University School of Law. While in law school, he served as the Executive Articles Editor for the Emory Bankruptcy Development Journal. Before earning his law degree, Greg attended the University of Kansas. Greg currently has an active license to practice in Kansas and Missouri.. Before joining the Overland Park, Kansas divorce and family lawyers at Stange Law Firm, Greg worked for a law firm in Overland Park as an Associate Attorney where he litigated and advised on family law, estate planning, and probate matters, among other issues. While in this position, he also served as Assistant City Attorney for Burlington, Kansas. Greg has also worked as a Legal Intern for Kansas Legal Services and Bankruptcy courts in Georgia and Kansas. He looks forward to utilizing his legal and professional background to help his clients rebuild their lives.. Note: The choice of a lawyer is an important decision and should not be based solely on advertisements.

Crissa represents large, medium, and small clients across the U.S., as well as several internationally-based corporations and institutions. Her practice focuses primarily on patent preparation, prosecution, enforcement, and licensing in the animal health, life science, chemical, pharmaceutical, medical, mechanical, and food science arts. She also helps companies, institutions, and universities manage and evaluate their IP portfolios and those of their competitors, including the preparation of non-infringement and invalidity opinions, as well as various agreements (e.g., non-compete, non-disclosure, material transfer, etc.). She also handles due diligence, trademark, and trade secret matters.. Crissa is also an Adjunct Professor and frequent guest lecturer at The University of Kansas School of Law.

Cheryl has extensive experience in the field of trademarks, copyrights, and related intellectual property matters.  For several years, Cheryl has identified by Managing Intellectual Property as one of the Top 250 Women in IP and has been selected for inclusion in Missouri & Kansas Super Lawyers for several years in a row and been selected for inclusion in Missouri & Kansas Super Lawyers for several years in a row.  Her business counseling practice has involved a wide range of issues involving trademark clearance searches, trademark application prosecution, and assistance in legal matters broadly concerning branding, social media, marketing, and licensing.  She is uniquely qualified to counsel clients on managing international trademark portfolios intellectual property policies and agreements that maximize their rights and protect their assets.. Cheryl has conducted litigation at all stages in federal courts around the U.S., and regularly practices before the Trademark Trial and Appeal Board in trademark opposition and cancellation proceedings. She also represents clients in domain name dispute proceedings before the World Intellectual Property Organization and National Arbitration Forum.  Further, Cheryl is a certified mediator and is registered with both the United States District Court of Kansas and the United States District Court for the Western District of Missouri.. She is a Board Member and Treasurer of the Association of Intellectual Property Firms.  She is also a member of the Internet Committee for the International Trademark Association.

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An almost life-long resident of Kansas, Sarah Carmody left shortly to earn her bachelor's degree at Ball State University in 2003.  She realized she wanted to move back home and attended law school at UMKC, graduating in 2008.  While in law school she was president of the Midwestern Innocence Project Student Organization and received the Latshaw Award for excellence in criminal justice. She also received the Teira Farrow Award from the Association of Women Law Students.  Since graduating, Sarah has found a passion for family law. Sarah was raised by a single mother and is now a mother herself. She is committed to a smooth transition for children during the difficult process of divorce or other custody disputes.  Sarah is licensed in both Kansas and Missouri and practices extensively in both she is not working, Sarah enjoys playing with her two children and trying new restaurants with her husband.