Atty. James Brian Betterman

Atty. James Brian Betterman

James Brian Betterman is a lawyer practicing estate planning & probate, probate and trust law, real estate and 3 other areas of law. James received a B.A. degree from Creighton University, and has been licensed for 43 years.

Overland Park Overland Park 43 yrs experience 43 year
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Profile Summary

About James Brian Betterman at a glance

James Brian Betterman is a Partner based in Overland Park, Kansas, practicing at Lathrop Gage LLP. They have 43+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1983. Their practice focuses on trusts, probate, estate planning, real estate, and tax. Admitted to practice in Missouri (1983) and Kansas (1999). Educated at University of Missouri-Kansas City School of Law (LL.M., 1986) and Creighton University B.A. summa cum laude Creighton University B.A. 1980 University of Notre Dame Law School (—). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Serands clients in Overland Park, KS and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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  • James Brian Betterman is a lawyer practicing estate planning & probate, probate and trust law, real estate and 3 other areas of law
  • James received a B.A. degree from Creighton University, and has been licensed for 43 years
  • James practices at Lathrop Gage LLP in Overland Park, KS

Practice Areas Explained

James Brian Betterman's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases James Brian Betterman handles, with a brief overview of what that area of law covers.

Trusts

James Brian Betterman is one of 104,172 trusts attorneys indexed nationally. Browse trusts attorneys in Kansas →

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.

James Brian Betterman is one of 226,537 estate planning attorneys indexed nationally. Browse estate planning attorneys in Kansas →

Real Estate Law

Real estate attorneys handle home purchases, sales, commercial transactions, title disputes, and landlord-tenant matters.

James Brian Betterman is one of 316,149 real estate attorneys indexed nationally. Browse real estate attorneys in Kansas →

Tax Law

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

James Brian Betterman is one of 85,302 tax attorneys indexed nationally. Browse tax 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 Overland Park 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 James Brian Betterman

Where is James Brian Betterman's law office located?
James Brian Betterman's law practice is located in Overland Park, Kansas. The firm is Lathrop Gage LLP. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does James Brian Betterman handle?
James Brian Betterman focuses on trusts, probate, estate planning, real estate, tax. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Kansas.
How long has James Brian Betterman practiced law?
James Brian Betterman has 43+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1983.
Where did James Brian Betterman go to law school?
James Brian Betterman earned their education at (LL.M., 1986); (—).
How can I contact James Brian Betterman for a consultation?
You can contact James Brian Betterman 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 James Brian Betterman received?
James Brian Betterman's notable recognition includes: AV Preeminent.

Education

LL.M.
University of Missouri-Kansas City School of Law
- 1986
Creighton University B.A. summa cum laude Creighton University B.A. 1980 University of Notre Dame Law School
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Awards

AV Preeminent

Bar Admissions

Missouri
Admitted: 1983
Kansas
Admitted: 1999

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