Atty. John David Gatz

Atty. John David Gatz

John David Gatz is a lawyer practicing banking, business organizations, civil litigation and 6 other areas of law. John received a A.A. degree from Colby Community College in 1972, and has been licensed for 45 years.

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About John David Gatz at a glance

John David Gatz is a Member based in Colby, Kansas, practicing at John D. Gatz. They have 45+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1981. Their practice focuses on trusts, probate, estate planning, business, and real estate. Admitted to practice in Kansas (1981) and Colorado (1989). Educated at Washburn University of Topeka (J.D., 1980) and Colby Community College (A.A., 1972). Recognitions include BV Distinguished. Active member of President, 2000-2001, Kansas Bar Association Kansas Trial Lawyers Association Kansas School Attorneys Association and Kansas Bar Foundation. Serands clients in Colby, KS and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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  • John David Gatz is a lawyer practicing banking, business organizations, civil litigation and 6 other areas of law
  • John received a A.A. degree from Colby Community College in 1972, and has been licensed for 45 years
  • John practices at John D. Gatz in Colby, KS

Practice Areas Explained

John David Gatz's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases John David Gatz handles, with a brief overview of what that area of law covers.

Trusts

John David Gatz 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.

John David Gatz is one of 226,537 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.

John David Gatz is one of 501,317 business attorneys indexed nationally. Browse business attorneys in Kansas →

Real Estate Law

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

John David Gatz is one of 316,149 real estate attorneys indexed nationally. Browse real estate 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 Colby 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 John David Gatz

Where is John David Gatz's law office located?
John David Gatz's law practice is located in Colby, Kansas. The firm is John D. Gatz. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does John David Gatz handle?
John David Gatz focuses on trusts, probate, estate planning, business, real estate. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Kansas.
How long has John David Gatz practiced law?
John David Gatz has 45+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1981.
Where did John David Gatz go to law school?
John David Gatz earned their education at (J.D., 1980); (A.A., 1972).
How can I contact John David Gatz for a consultation?
You can contact John David Gatz 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 John David Gatz received?
John David Gatz's notable recognition includes: BV Distinguished.

Education

J.D.
Washburn University of Topeka
- 1980
A.A.
Colby Community College
- 1972

Awards

BV Distinguished

Bar Admissions

Kansas
Admitted: 1981
Colorado
Admitted: 1989

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