Atty. Diane L. Bellquist

Atty. Diane L. Bellquist

Diane Bellquist defends licensed individuals and entities before regulatory boards in Kansas and Missouri. With over 10 years’ experience working for Kansas regulatory agencies, Diane uses her insider knowledge and experience to her clients’ advantage.

Topeka Topeka 24 yrs experience 24 year
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Profile Summary

About Diane L. Bellquist at a glance

Diane L. Bellquist is a medical malpractice and health care attorney based in Topeka, Kansas, practicing at Joseph, Hollander & Craft LLC. They have 24+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 2002. Admitted to practice in Missouri (2002) and Kansas (2003). Educated at University of Kansas (—, 2002) and Minnesota State University (B.S. Public Policy). Recognitions include Best Lawyers in America — Ethics and Professional Responsibility Law (2026), Best Lawyers in America — Health Care Law (2026), and Best Lawyers in America — Professional Malpractice Law - Defendants (2026). Serands clients in Topeka, KS and the surrounding metropolitan area.

Verified attorney profile · Updated June 2026

About

  • Diane Bellquist defends licensed individuals and entities before regulatory boards in Kansas and Missouri
  • With over 10 years’ experience working for Kansas regulatory agencies, Diane uses her insider knowledge and experience to her clients’ advantage
  • Having previously served as Assistant General Counsel for the Kansas Board of Healing Arts, Diane is particularly experienced with matters involving health care professionals
  • She regularly defends physicians, chiropractors, physician assistants, and nurses
  • In addition, Diane defends other licensed professionals, including certified public accountants, engineers, real estate agents, insurance agents, and attorneys

Practice Areas Explained

Diane L. Bellquist's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Diane L. Bellquist handles, with a brief overview of what that area of law covers.

Medical Malpractice

Medical malpractice lawyers represent patients harmed by negligent doctors, hospitals, and other providers. Free case review, no fee unless you win.

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Health Care Law

Health care attorneys for HIPAA, Medicare, Medicaid, regulatory compliance, and medical licensing matters.

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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 Topeka 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 Diane L. Bellquist

Where is Diane L. Bellquist's law office located?
Diane L. Bellquist's law practice is located in Topeka, Kansas. The firm is Joseph, Hollander & Craft LLC. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Diane L. Bellquist handle?
Diane L. Bellquist focuses on medical malpractice, health care. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Kansas.
How long has Diane L. Bellquist practiced law?
Diane L. Bellquist has 24+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 2002.
Where did Diane L. Bellquist go to law school?
Diane L. Bellquist earned their education at (—, 2002); (B.S. Public Policy).
How can I contact Diane L. Bellquist for a consultation?
You can contact Diane L. Bellquist 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 Diane L. Bellquist received?
Diane L. Bellquist's notable recognition includes: Best Lawyers in America — Ethics and Professional Responsibility Law; Best Lawyers in America — Health Care Law; Best Lawyers in America — Professional Malpractice Law - Defendants; Best Lawyers in America — Medical Malpractice Law - Defendants; Best Lawyers in America — Additional Areas of Practice:.

Education

University of Kansas
- 2002
B.S. Public Policy
Minnesota State University
- In Progress

Awards

Best Lawyers in America — Ethics and Professional Responsibility Law
- 2026
Best Lawyers in America — Health Care Law
- 2026
Best Lawyers in America — Professional Malpractice Law - Defendants
- 2026
Best Lawyers in America — Medical Malpractice Law - Defendants
- 2026
Best Lawyers in America — Additional Areas of Practice:
- 2026
Best Lawyers in America — Administrative / Regulatory Law
- 2026
Best Lawyers in America — Arbitration
- 2026
Best Lawyers in America — Banking and Finance Law
- 2026
Best Lawyers in America — Litigation - Trusts and Estates
- 2026
Best Lawyers in America — Awards:
- 2026

Bar Admissions

Missouri
Admitted: 2002
Kansas
Admitted: 2003

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