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Mr. Ronald W. Nelson

Ronald W. Nelson, PA

913-312-2500

Divorce, Family Law

11900 W 87th Street Parkway, Suite 117
Lenexa, KS 66215-4517

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Education: Washburn University School of Law - Washburn University

Jurisdictions: Kansas - Admitted in 1981 (31 years), 10th Circuit - Admitted in 1985 (27 years), U.S. Supreme Court - Admitted in 1992 (20 years)

Ronald W. Nelson is the principal of Ronald W Nelson PA, which has its offices in Lenexa, Kansas. He graduated from Kansas State University in 1978 (B.S. Political Science, minor in Biology) and from Washburn University School of Law in 1981 (J.D., with honors). He began practicing law in 1981 with the law firm of Alder, Nelson & McKenna. He opened his own law practice in 1987 and associated with various other attorneys before establishing the current firm.

Mr. Nelson is recognized throughout Kansas and the United States as an expert in family law. He regularly writes articles for regional and national legal publications and he frequently presents seminars on complex issues in family law for local, regional, and national legal groups. He is a contributing author to the Practitioner’s Guide on Kansas Family Law, published by the Kansas Bar Association (1997 & supplements) with chapters on “Divorce, Separate Maintenance and Annulment” [Chapter 2], and “Child Custody, Parenting Time and Visitation” [Chapter 6]. He frequently testifies to the Kansas Legislature on issues effecting families in Kansas and on family law legislation. He was instrumental in making significant revisions to Kansas domestic relations and child custody laws, has helped to improve family law practice and procedure in Kansas and to improve access to the courts by his participation in drafting of family law forms for Kansas statewide use.

Mr. Nelson is engaged in a civil trial and appellate practice that emphasizes client representation in complex divorce, non-marital, parentage, and post-decree matters in addition to helping parents who seek the return of their children from interstate and international child abduction. He has an extensive appellate practice having participated in over eighty appeals.

He is a member of the:
Johnson County (Kansas) Bar Association (Member, Family Law Section),
Kansas Bar Association (Member, Family Law Section; Member, Appellate Section; Member, Legislative Committee 1991-present),
American Bar Association (Member, Family Law Section; Member Law Practice Management Section; Member, Individual Rights & Responsibilities Section),
American Academy of Matrimonial Lawyers, and
International Academy of Matrimonial Lawyers.

Mr. Nelson served as President of the Kansas Bar Association Family Law Section for three terms between 2000 and 2004, served on the Governing Council of the American Bar Association Family Law Section from 2000-2006, is a member of the Johnson County (Kansas) Family Law Bench-Bar Committee, and is on the Family Law Advisory Committee to the Kansas Judicial Council.

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Malissa L. Walden

Walden & Pfannenstiel, LLC

913-438-1112

Bankruptcy / Debt, Divorce, Domestic Violence, Elder Law, Estate Planning More >>

11900 W. 87th St. Pkwy, Ste. 125
Lenexa, KS 66215

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Education: Kansas State University

Jurisdictions: Kansas - Admitted in 2003 (9 years), Missouri - Admitted in 2004 (8 years)

Malissa L. Walden is a native Kansan with an international perspective. After years of living abroad, she returned to pursue her life-long dream of helping others through the practice of law. She has dedicated her career to public service and fully understands the needs of her clients. Ms. Waldenâs main areas of practice include Bankruptcy, Estate Planning, and Domestic.

Not only was Ms. Walden the first attorney at her firm to practice under the new Bankruptcy Code; she also assisted attorneys across the state to become Electronic Case Filing compliant. Due to her experience in Bankruptcy, she is aware that it is not the best option for every client. Because of this, she has a history of advising clients on Bankruptcy alternatives, and negotiating settlements with Collection and Credit Card Companies. She has helped to guide clients through the stressful actions necessary to deal with creditors. Ms. Walden knows and can explain clearly exactly what rights her clients have and how to respond to creditorsâ unwanted calls.

As the previous Elder Law Project Manager for a statewide non-profit, she has handled all stages of Estate Planning, appeared at Social Security Disability Appeal Hearings, advised clients regarding Medicaid/Division of Assets, Medicare, and Health-related collection. She has met with clients and given presentations throughout the state regarding these issues.

Ms. Walden has a history of quality representation. She has helped many families through, what can be very difficult and emotional situations, such as an Annulment, Divorce, Paternity Action, Visitation, Custody, Child Support, Guardianship, Conservatorship, Abuse proceeding, or Name Change. While no one wants to deal with these types of issues, it is easier when you have the support of a knowledgeable Attorney by your side.

Each Attorney/Client relationship established with Ms. Walden symbolizes her personal dedication to get you through your current situation in the most efficient, professional, and stress free manner possible.

Professional Memberships & Licenses

Â· Supreme Court of Kansas, September 2003

Â· United States District Court - Kansas, September 2003

Â· Supreme Court of Missouri, April 2004

Â· Kansas Bar Association, September 2003
Â· Missouri Bar Assocation, April 2004

Â· Wyandotte Bar Association, January 2004

Â· Kansas Trial Lawyers Association, August 2004

Â· Kansas Women Attorneys Association, June 2005

Â· Johnson County Elder Law Committee, July 2006

Education

Â· University of Kansas School of Law, Lawrence, Kansas

J.D., May 2003

o London Law Consortium, London, England; January â May 2002

o International Law Society, Traffic Court Judge, Women In Law

Â· Pittsburg State University, Pittsburg, Kansas

B.A. Psychology; B.A. Political Science, December 1997

o Created and Chaired Judicial Studies Association, Established Judicial Studies Curriculum

o Deanâs Honor Roll

o Korea / China Practicum, American Indian Christian Mission Volunteer, Campus Christians Activity Director, Culture and Diversity Program Planning Committee, Student Government Class Representative

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Tracey D. Johnson

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Divorce, Insurance Defense, Wills

Michael Patrick Dreiling Jr.

The Law Office of Michael P. Dreiling, LLC

913-764-5010

Business Law, DUI / DWI, Divorce, Estate Planning, Family Law More >>

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Olathe, KS 66061

Joshua T. Mathews

913-660-0664

Bankruptcy / Debt, Business Law, Car Accidents, Construction Law, Criminal Law More >>

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Car Accidents, Divorce, Family Law, Injury Law, Workers' Compensation

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Steven D. Henry

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Divorce, Domestic Violence, Family Law

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Olathe, KS 66061

Tobi M. Bitner

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Criminal Law, DUI / DWI, Divorce, Domestic Violence, Family Law More >>

214 S. Chestnut, Ste. 3
Olathe, KS 66061

Matt Durgin

913-341-1026

Bankruptcy / Debt, Business Law, Consumer Law, Criminal Law, DUI / DWI More >>

8508 W. 90th Ter., Ste. 100
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Trent Besse

Besse Law Office, P.A.

913-341-0005

Bankruptcy / Debt, Business Law, Car Accidents, Divorce, Family Law More >>

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Mr. Phillip M. Murphy II

913-262-2000

Car Accidents, Collections, Criminal Law, DUI / DWI, Divorce More >>

4800 Rainbow Boulevard
Westwood, KS 66205

Judith C Hedrick

913-492-2820

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Divorce, Family Law

831 Armstrong
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Kelli Cooper

913-254-7600

Animal / Dog Law, Criminal Law, DUI / DWI, Divorce, Domestic Violence More >>

201 E. Loula, Suite 109
Olathe, KS 66061

Tina L Cox-Vega

913-856-7596

Divorce, Estate Planning, Family Law, Tax Law

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Kenneth McRae

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Divorce, Estate Planning, Family Law

6420 W. 95th St., Suite 102
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