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Atty. John Somers Robb

Atty. John Somers Robb

Mr. John Somers Robb is a lawyer practicing corporate counsel, corporate law, education law and 10 other areas of law.

Newton Newton 48 yrs experience 48 year
Call (316) 240-7576 Book Appointment

Profile Summary

About John Somers Robb at a glance

John Somers Robb is a Partner based in Newton, Kansas, practicing at Somers, Robb and Robb. They have 48+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1978. Their practice focuses on wills, trusts, probate, estate planning, and employment. Admitted to practice in Kansas (1978) and U.S. District Court, District of Kansas, U.S. Supreme Court, U.S. Court of Appeals, Tenth Circuit (1978). Educated at Washburn University of Topeka (J.D., 1977) and University of Kansas (B.S., 1975). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Serands clients in Newton, KS and the surrounding metropolitan area.

Verified attorney profile · Updated June 2026

About

  • Mr. John Somers Robb is a lawyer practicing corporate counsel, corporate law, education law and 10 other areas of law
  • John received a B.S. degree from University of Kansas in 1975, and has been licensed for 48 years
  • John practices at Somers, Robb and Robb in Newton, KS

Practice Areas Explained

John Somers Robb's Areas of Practice

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

Wills

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

Trusts

John Somers Robb is one of 104,172 trusts attorneys indexed nationally. Browse trusts attorneys in Kansas →

Probate

John Somers Robb is one of 128,014 probate attorneys indexed nationally. Browse probate attorneys in Kansas →

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 Somers Robb is one of 226,537 estate planning attorneys indexed nationally. Browse estate planning attorneys in Kansas →

Employment Law

Employment lawyers represent workers in wrongful termination, discrimination, harassment, wage & hour disputes, and severance negotiations.

John Somers Robb is one of 169,120 employment attorneys indexed nationally. Browse employment 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 Newton 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 Somers Robb

Where is John Somers Robb's law office located?
John Somers Robb's law practice is located in Newton, Kansas. The firm is Somers, Robb and Robb. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does John Somers Robb handle?
John Somers Robb focuses on wills, trusts, probate, estate planning, employment. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Kansas.
How long has John Somers Robb practiced law?
John Somers Robb has 48+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1978.
Where did John Somers Robb go to law school?
John Somers Robb earned their education at (J.D., 1977); (B.S., 1975).
How can I contact John Somers Robb for a consultation?
You can contact John Somers Robb 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 Somers Robb received?
John Somers Robb's notable recognition includes: AV Preeminent.

Education

J.D.
Washburn University of Topeka
- 1977
B.S.
University of Kansas
- 1975

Awards

AV Preeminent

Bar Admissions

Kansas
Admitted: 1978
U.S. District Court, District of Kansas, U.S. Supreme Court, U.S. Court of Appeals, Tenth Circuit
Admitted: 1978

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