Atty. Bernard J. Hickert

Atty. Bernard J. Hickert

Bernard J. Hickert is a lawyer practicing trusts and estates, estate planning, wills and 11 other areas of law.

Lawrence Lawrence 46 yrs experience 46 year
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Profile Summary

About Bernard J. Hickert at a glance

Bernard J. Hickert is a Partner based in Lawrence, Kansas, practicing at Stevens & Brand, L.L.P.. They have 46+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1980. Their practice focuses on wills, trusts, probate, estate planning, and business. Admitted to practice in Kansas (1980), U.S. District Court, District of Kansas (1980), U.S. Court of Appeals, Tenth Circuit (1981), and U.S. Tax Court (1997). Educated at University of Kansas (J.D. University, 1980) and Benedictine College (B.A., 1977). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Active member of Topeka, Kansas and American Bar Associations. Serands clients in Lawrence, KS and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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About

  • Bernard J. Hickert is a lawyer practicing trusts and estates, estate planning, wills and 11 other areas of law
  • Bernard received a B.A. degree from Benedictine College in 1977, and has been licensed for 46 years
  • Bernard practices at Stevens & Brand, L.L.P. in Lawrence, KS

Practice Areas Explained

Bernard J. Hickert's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Bernard J. Hickert handles, with a brief overview of what that area of law covers.

Wills

Bernard J. Hickert is one of 34,541 wills attorneys indexed nationally. Browse wills attorneys in Kansas →

Trusts

Bernard J. Hickert is one of 104,171 trusts attorneys indexed nationally. Browse trusts attorneys in Kansas →

Probate

Bernard J. Hickert is one of 128,014 probate attorneys indexed nationally. Browse probate attorneys in Kansas →

Estate Planning & Probate

An estate planning attorney prepares wills, trusts, powers of attorney, and healthcare directives to protect your family and pass on your assets.

Bernard J. Hickert is one of 226,536 estate planning attorneys indexed nationally. Browse estate planning attorneys in Kansas →

Business & Corporate Law

Business attorneys advise founders and growing companies on entity formation, contracts, financing, M&A, and dispute resolution.

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Jurisdictional Context

Why local counsel matters in Kansas

Practicing law in Kansas. Legal matters in Kansas are governed by state-specific rules of civil and criminal procedure, statutes of limitations, and substantive law. Cases originating in Lawrence are typically filed in the local municipal court or the appropriate Kansas state district court, depending on subject matter and amount in controversy. An attorney licensed in Kansas brings working knowledge of local procedural deadlines, judicial practices in this andnue, and the substantive law that applies to cases brought here. Out-of-state attorneys generally cannot represent clients in Kansas courts without local counsel or pro hac vice admission.

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Frequently Asked

Common questions about Bernard J. Hickert

Where is Bernard J. Hickert's law office located?
Bernard J. Hickert's law practice is located in Lawrence, Kansas. The firm is Stevens & Brand, L.L.P.. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Bernard J. Hickert handle?
Bernard J. Hickert focuses on wills, trusts, probate, estate planning, business. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Kansas.
How long has Bernard J. Hickert practiced law?
Bernard J. Hickert has 46+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1980.
Where did Bernard J. Hickert go to law school?
Bernard J. Hickert earned their education at (J.D. University, 1980); (B.A., 1977).
How can I contact Bernard J. Hickert for a consultation?
You can contact Bernard J. Hickert directly through this profile page. Click "Ask the Attorney" to submit a question, or "Schedule a Consultation" to book a meeting. Most claimed-profile attorneys respond within one business day.
What awards or recognition has Bernard J. Hickert received?
Bernard J. Hickert's notable recognition includes: AV Preeminent.

Education

J.D. University
University of Kansas
- 1980
B.A.
Benedictine College
- 1977

Awards

AV Preeminent

Bar Admissions

Kansas
Admitted: 1980
U.S. District Court, District of Kansas
Admitted: 1980
U.S. Court of Appeals, Tenth Circuit
Admitted: 1981
U.S. Tax Court
Admitted: 1997

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