Profile Summary
About Christopher W. Sook at a glance
Christopher W. Sook is a Partner based in Hays, Kansas, practicing at Jeter Law Firm, LLP. They have 24+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 2002. Their practice focuses on trusts, probate, personal injury, estate planning, and business. Admitted to practice in Kansas (2002) and Missouri (2003). Educated at University of Kansas School of Law (J.D., 2002) and Fort Hays State University (B.A. History, 1993). Recognitions include BV Distinguished. Serands clients in Hays, KS and the surrounding metropolitan area.
Want to Get Service From This Attorney?
Sign up free and choose one of the two methods below.
Have a legal question? Sign up free, submit it through the Ask the Attorney module and receive a focused answer from a specialist.
- Free to ask a question
- Answers from specialist attorneys
- Optional private / anonymous question
Request an online video meeting or an in-person consultation at the attorney's office. Pick a time that works for you and share the details securely.
- Online video meeting
- In-person at the attorney's office
- Secure messaging and payment
About
Awards
Distinguished Peer Rated This award is granted to attorneys who have been recognized by their peers for very high ethical standards, with an average peer review score of 3.0 to 4.4. About AwardsClient Champion Awards
Client Champion awards recognize those attorneys who excel at service as affirmed by their clients. The awards, based on the quantity and quality of an attorney’s Martindale-Hubbell client reviews, demonstrate an ongoing commitment to delivering excellent client service. Award recipients stand out from their peers with a platinum, gold or silver icon.
At least three reviews and a score of 4.0 or higher.
At least six reviews and a score of 4.2 or higher.
At least ten reviews and a score of 4.5 or higher.
Martindale Peer Awards
A lawyer who receives a minimum threshold of qualifying responses from fellow attorneys can qualify for one of three prestigious Martindale-Hubbell Peer Review Ratings:
AV Preeminent®: The highest peer rating standard. This rating signifies a large number of the lawyer’s peers rank him or her at the highest level of professional excellence for their legal knowledge, communication skills and ethical standards.
Distinguished: An excellent rating for a lawyer with some experience. This rating indicates the attorney is widely respected by their peers for high professional achievement and ethical standards.
Mr. Christopher W. Sook got this award in 2021
Notable: This rating indicates that the lawyer has been recognized by a large number of their peers for strong ethical standards.
Avvo Awards
Avvo Top Contributor: The Avvo Top Contributor Award is granted to attorneys who have earned significant contribution points in a given year on our sister site, Avvo.com. Contribution points are earned by answering questions in Q&A, publishing Legal Guides, and other useful contributions to the Avvo community.
Avvo Client’s Choice: The Avvo Client's Choice Award Badge is granted to attorneys with a significant number of 4+ star reviews in a given year.
Practice Areas Explained
Christopher W. Sook's Areas of Practice
Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Christopher W. Sook handles, with a brief overview of what that area of law covers.
Christopher W. Sook is one of 104,172 trusts attorneys indexed nationally. Browse trusts attorneys in Kansas →
Christopher W. Sook is one of 128,014 probate attorneys indexed nationally. Browse probate attorneys in Kansas →
Personal injury attorneys help accident victims recover compensation for medical bills, lost wages, and pain & suffering. Most work on contingency — no fee unless you win.
Christopher W. Sook is one of 264,852 personal injury attorneys indexed nationally. Browse personal injury attorneys in Kansas →
An estate planning attorney prepares wills, trusts, powers of attorney, and healthcare directives to protect your family and pass on your assets.
Christopher W. Sook is one of 226,537 estate planning attorneys indexed nationally. Browse estate planning attorneys in Kansas →
Business attorneys advise founders and growing companies on entity formation, contracts, financing, M&A, and dispute resolution.
Christopher W. Sook is one of 501,317 business attorneys indexed nationally. Browse business attorneys in Kansas →
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 Hays 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.
Looking for additional Kansas attorneys? Browse all attorneys in Hays or all attorneys in Kansas.
Frequently Asked
Common questions about Christopher W. Sook
Where is Christopher W. Sook's law office located?
What practice areas does Christopher W. Sook handle?
How long has Christopher W. Sook practiced law?
Where did Christopher W. Sook go to law school?
How can I contact Christopher W. Sook for a consultation?
What awards or recognition has Christopher W. Sook received?
Practice Areas
Education
Awards
Bar Admissions
Reviews
No reviews yet.