Atty. Douglas R. Nickell

Atty. Douglas R. Nickell

Douglas R. Nickell is a lawyer practicing estate planning law, trust law, probate and 4 other areas of law.

Kansas City Kansas City 46 yrs experience 46 year
Call (816) 457-6512 Book Appointment

Profile Summary

About Douglas R. Nickell at a glance

Douglas R. Nickell is a Partner based in Kansas City, Missouri, practicing at Lathrop Gage LLP. They have 46+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1980. Their practice focuses on trusts, probate, estate planning, business, and tax. Admitted to practice in Missouri (1980). Educated at University of Missouri at Columbia School of Law (J.D., 1980) and University of Central Missouri (B.S., 1977). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Active member of Springfield Metropolitan Bar Association. Serands clients in Kansas City, MO and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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About

  • Douglas R. Nickell is a lawyer practicing estate planning law, trust law, probate and 4 other areas of law
  • Douglas received a degree from University of Central Missouri in 1977, and has been licensed for 46 years
  • Douglas practices at Lathrop Gage LLP in Kansas City, MO and 1 other location

Practice Areas Explained

Douglas R. Nickell's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Douglas R. Nickell handles, with a brief overview of what that area of law covers.

Trusts

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Probate

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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.

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Business & Corporate Law

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

Douglas R. Nickell is one of 501,317 business attorneys indexed nationally. Browse business attorneys in Missouri →

Tax Law

Tax attorneys handle IRS audits, tax debt, international tax, estate planning, and tax court litigation.

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Jurisdictional Context

Why local counsel matters in Missouri

Practicing law in Missouri. Legal matters in Missouri are governed by state-specific rules of civil and criminal procedure, statutes of limitations, and substantive law. Cases originating in Kansas City are typically filed in the local municipal court or the appropriate Missouri state district court, depending on subject matter and amount in controversy. An attorney licensed in Missouri 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 Missouri courts without local counsel or pro hac vice admission.

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Frequently Asked

Common questions about Douglas R. Nickell

Where is Douglas R. Nickell's law office located?
Douglas R. Nickell's law practice is located in Kansas City, Missouri. The firm is Lathrop Gage LLP. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Douglas R. Nickell handle?
Douglas R. Nickell focuses on trusts, probate, estate planning, business, tax. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Missouri.
How long has Douglas R. Nickell practiced law?
Douglas R. Nickell has 46+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1980.
Where did Douglas R. Nickell go to law school?
Douglas R. Nickell earned their education at (J.D., 1980); (B.S., 1977).
How can I contact Douglas R. Nickell for a consultation?
You can contact Douglas R. Nickell 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 Douglas R. Nickell received?
Douglas R. Nickell's notable recognition includes: AV Preeminent.

Education

J.D.
University of Missouri at Columbia School of Law
- 1980
B.S.
University of Central Missouri
- 1977

Awards

AV Preeminent

Bar Admissions

Missouri
Admitted: 1980

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