The process of probate or trust administration can be confusing and time-consuming. Our attorneys advise executors, administrators, trustees, and other fiduciaries during the administration of estates and trusts. Our law firm offers experience, compassion, and skill to help fiduciaries properly discharge their responsibilities with the goal of getting through the process of passing assets following a death in a timely and cost-effective manner. In addition, we offer advice regarding potential claims against an estate and defend against any claims that arise. We will help you […]
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Health Law
Our insight and knowledge in the changing field of health care law is based on our representation of physicians, hospitals, and other health care providers. We are committed to staying abreast of the complex developments currently altering the medical profession. Our lawyers are experienced in health care related litigation and represent the NMC Health and its doctors, in matters ranging from licensing disputes and coverage issues to bond issues and Industrial Revenue Bonds for the expansions of the hospital’s services. Areas of Representation Stark and […]
Pankratz attends Midwestern Estate Planning Institute
Randy Pankratz recently took part in the Midwestern Estate, Tax and Business Planning Institute, held June 12 and 13 in Indianapolis. Several hundred attorneys and other Midwestern estate planning professionals participated in the meetings. Subjects covered included changes in recommended provisions and procedures for revocable trusts, retirement assets, and advance directives. Pankratz said the subject matter of the institute was especially applicable to central Kansans who are planning ahead for their family’s interests. “Almost every working or retired Kansan over the age of 40 is […]
Adrian & Pankratz Law Firm Celebrates 40th Anniversary
A celebration of the Adrian & Pankratz law firm’s 40th anniversary will be held in the Reception Room on the first floor of the Old Mill, 301 N. Main, Newton, on Monday, October 14, between 4:30 p.m. and 6:30 p.m. The law firm began in 1973 as Adrian & Walker, founded by Tom Adrian and Richard B. Walker of Newton. From two attorneys, the firm has grown to a Main Street work force of sixteen, including six attorneys. Adrian said the firm’s clients are to […]
Newton Attorney Randy Pankratz Appointed to Kansas Bar Association Task Force
Randy Pankratz of the Adrian & Pankratz law firm has been appointed to serve on the Kansas Bar Association’s Task Force for Mandatory IOLTA (Interest on Lawyers’ Trust Accounts) Committee. The IOLTA program collects the interest from lawyers’ trust accounts, and then allocates and administers the funds in charitable public service projects. The appointment was made by Kansas Bar Association President Dennis D. Depew. IOLTA was established and approved through an order of the Kansas Supreme Court in 1984. In 2009, Pankratz was appointed by […]