Atty. John H. Mitchelson

Atty. John H. Mitchelson

Phi Alpha Delta. City Attorney: Arma, Kansas, 1983-1994; Arcadia, Kansas, 1989-1997.

Pittsburg Pittsburg 43 yrs experience 43 year
Call (620) 670-1136 Book Appointment

Profile Summary

About John H. Mitchelson at a glance

John H. Mitchelson is a Member based in Pittsburg, Kansas, practicing at Wheeler & Mitchelson Chartered. They have 43+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1983. Their practice focuses on wills, contracts, trusts, probate, and estate planning. Admitted to practice in Kansas (1983) and U.S. Tax Court (1986). Educated at University of Kansas (J.D., 1983) and University of Kansas (B.S., 1980). Recognitions include BV Distinguished. Active member of Crawford County and Kansas Bar Associations American Association for Justice. Serands clients in Pittsburg, KS and the surrounding metropolitan area.

Verified attorney profile · Updated June 2026

About

Phi Alpha Delta

City Attorney

  • Arma, Kansas, 1983-1994
  • Arcadia, Kansas, 1989-1997

Practice Areas Explained

John H. Mitchelson's Areas of Practice

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

Wills

John H. Mitchelson is one of 34,541 wills attorneys indexed nationally. Browse wills attorneys in Kansas →

Contracts

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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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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 Pittsburg 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 H. Mitchelson

Where is John H. Mitchelson's law office located?
John H. Mitchelson's law practice is located in Pittsburg, Kansas. The firm is Wheeler & Mitchelson Chartered. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does John H. Mitchelson handle?
John H. Mitchelson focuses on wills, contracts, trusts, probate, estate planning. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Kansas.
How long has John H. Mitchelson practiced law?
John H. Mitchelson has 43+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1983.
Where did John H. Mitchelson go to law school?
John H. Mitchelson earned their education at (J.D., 1983); (B.S., 1980).
How can I contact John H. Mitchelson for a consultation?
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What awards or recognition has John H. Mitchelson received?
John H. Mitchelson's notable recognition includes: BV Distinguished.

Education

J.D.
University of Kansas
- 1983
B.S.
University of Kansas
- 1980

Awards

BV Distinguished

Bar Admissions

Kansas
Admitted: 1983
U.S. Tax Court
Admitted: 1986

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