Top Criminal Defense Lawyers Near Me in Overland Park Area

When I'm not working on my cases, I prefer to either spend time with my girls and watch their sporting games (soccer, softball); or I will exercise by biking (road cycling) or hitting the gym for an hour.  I like to socialize with friends on the weekends when possible.  I've built a "irish pub" in my basement that has brought countless hours of entertainment.  I enjoy vacationing in Colorado with family at least twice a year. My kids have grown to love the mountains as I have over the years.

Trial attorney with a focus on criminal defense and traffic related matters. Assist in both the prosecution and defense of cases involving allegations of domestic violence.

Rian F. Ankerholz is a principal partner in the law firm of Ankerholz and Smith. Mr. Ankerholz has practiced law since 1982 when he moved to Overland Park from his birthplace of Lyons, Kansas. A second generation lawyer, Mr. Ankerholz grew up with an understanding of how various legal situations affect people's lives. He received both his undergraduate degree and his law school degree from the University of Kansas. In order to serve the needs of the firm's clients in and around the Greater Kansas City Metropolitan area, Mr. Ankerholz was also admitted to the Missouri bar in 1995.. Mr. Ankerholz practices primarily in the area of civil litigation, with an emphasis on personal injury cases and workers' compensation claims in Missouri and Kansas. The firm was one of the first in Missouri and Kansas to utilize advanced technology and video settlement demand brochures to maximize personal injury case recoveries. He believes two of the most important parts of a jury trial are jury selection and witness preparation. Mr. Ankerholz handles divorce cases and family law matters in Kansas only. He emphasizes the needs and best interests of children in all types of family law cases, including divorce, child custody and paternity matters.. Mr. Ankerholz's wife, Nancy, is a homemaker. They have two daughters.

Lindsey Erickson is a criminal defense attorney who assists individuals charged with felonies and misdemeanors. Based in Overland Park, Lindsey in defends clients throughout northeastern Kansas in cases involving drug crimes, property crimes, sex crimes, violent crimes, and DUIs. In addition to representing adults charged under the Kansas Criminal Code, Lindsey has ample experience defending youths charged under the Kansas Juvenile Justice Code. She has served on the Johnson County Juvenile Corrections Advisory Board since 2016.

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.

I love to help people who are in trouble.  Having grown up with the business, my experience with people who need help far excceds my nine years as a practicing attorney.  Initially working as a clerk when I was fourteen, I have learned about everything, and more importantly evreyone, that makes up the courts, prosecutor's offices, and law enforcement professionals involved with the criminal justice system.  With the exception of school at Notre Dame and Saint Louis University, I am a lifelong resident of Johnson County, Kansas.  The number one priority in my life is family, with whom I love to be outside, looking for fun and laughs, as much as possible.

I limit my practice to defense of criminal matters in the Municipal, State and Federal courts of Kansas and Missouri.  Although I prefer to take cases to trial and prepare each and every case in my practice as though it were going to trial, I understand that every case and evey client is unique.  Just as the facts of any given case may not be conducive to a favorable outcome at trial, each individual client will have different objectives and concerns with an evidentiary dispositon of their case as opposed to an agreed disposition or plea.  I take my clients and their concerns very seriously and work together with each client to determine the best available disposition in every case.

I have extensive experience working in Kansas appellate courts, providing an in-depth understanding of the Kansas criminal justice system. I can use my knowledge and experience in the courts to put together a strong defense for any criminal charge you’re facing.

I completed the NHTSA/IACP Standardized Field Sobriety Testing Practitioner Course taught by Walden, Platt & Associates in 2008. I am also a KCMBA Mentor Attorney in the area of criminal defense.

I chose the field of DUI defense for many reasons.  I have a great deal of experience in all areas of the criminal law, and it is my opinion that more people are falsely accused of DUI than any other crime.  Many Judges and jurors assume a person is impaired if he or she cannot walk perfectly heel-to-toe on a line or stand on one leg for thirty seconds.  The fact is, most people cannot do these things after having nothing to drink.  Try to do theses things in your living room, then imagine trying to do them on the side of a busy street after being pulled out of your car by a police officer.  Additionally, I like the scientific aspects of this field, such as the effects of alcohol and drugs on the human body and the inability of breath testing machines to accurately measure a person's alcohol level.

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 in Overland Park.  I focus my practice on helping people charged with committing crimes in Johnson County.

Dionne Scherff defends adults and juveniles against criminal charges in Kansas and Missouri federal and state courts. A former prosecutor who focused in child abuse and sex crime cases, Dionne transitioned to criminal defense practice in 2003. Dionne handles matters ranging from drug offenses to sex crimes. She is one of only a few Kansas lawyers qualified by the Kansas Supreme Court to handle death penalty cases and one of only two lawyers in Kansas’s death penalty history to get a capital case dismissed.

Criminal defense attorney with the knowledge and skill to get you the best results! Most of my clients are referrals from other attorneys and past clients because they trust my ability to advocate for you both in and out of the courtroom. I have 15 years experience in criminal defense, traffic cases and appeals. I am happy to speak with you about your case and offer a free inital consultation.

Collin Huerter is a 2020 Avvo Client's Choice winner.. Collin is an an attorney in Overland Park, Kansas who handles criminal, DUI, and traffic matters.  He represents clients both in Johnson County District Court and in the municipal courts across the county.

Casey Meek defends individuals facing municipal, state, and federal criminal charges in Kansas and Missouri. He represents clients in felony and misdemeanor charges, including drug and alcohol offenses, DUIs, property crimes, violent crimes, probation crimes, and expungements. His practice extends throughout the Topeka, Lawrence, and Kansas City metro areas.

Carey Fleske grew up in Great Bend, Kansas and graduated from Great Bend High School.  He received his B.A. from the University of Kansas, and his J.D. from the University of Missouri in Kansas City.  After he received his degree he began his legal career working for a small local firm handling criminal and civil litigation throughout the Kansas City Metro Area.. After several years of working in Kansas City, Mr. Fleske had the opportunity to return to his hometown to work as an Assistant County Attorney for Barton County, Kansas.  During his time as a Prosecutor he was able sharpen his skills as a trial lawyer, and put many dangerous career criminals in prison.  He also received valuable training in DUI prosecution, search/seizure law, and drug interdiction.  He was also invited to participate in the Top Gun program, which trains law enforcement officers throughout the State of Kansas in all aspects of drug crime prosecution.  This training has helped Mr. Fleske immeasurably in his career to understand the tactics and issues that often arise in criminal cases.. Upon leaving the Barton County Attorney’s Office, Mr. Fleske returned to work for a firm in Overland Park that was focused on helping individuals facing a wide range of criminal and traffic charges.  It was through this experience the Mr. Fleske realized that he has a passion for helping those that are facing down some of the most challenging times in their life.. It was this passion for helping clients that spurred him to create his own law firm.  Mr. Fleske strives to create a client-centered practice where communication and problem solving are an utmost priority.  Clients deserve a hardworking attorney that will explain their options, investigate their case, and create a strategy in resolving their case.