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Atty. Kent L. Thompson

Atty. Kent L. Thompson

Kent L. Thompson is a lawyer practicing trusts law, estate planning law, wills law.

Overland Park Overland Park 72 yrs experience 72 year
Call (913) 399-2497 Book Appointment

Profile Summary

About Kent L. Thompson at a glance

Kent L. Thompson is a wills, trusts, and estate planning attorney based in Overland Park, Kansas. They have 72+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1954. Admitted to practice in Missouri (1954). Educated at Harvard University (LL.B., 1953) and Kansas State University (B.S., 1950). Serands clients in Overland Park, KS and the surrounding metropolitan area.

Verified attorney profile · Updated June 2026

About

  • Kent L. Thompson is a lawyer practicing trusts law, estate planning law, wills law
  • Kent received a B.S. degree from Kansas State University in 1950, and has been licensed for 72 years
  • Kent practices in Overland Park, KS

Practice Areas Explained

Kent L. Thompson's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Kent L. Thompson handles, with a brief overview of what that area of law covers.

Wills

Kent L. Thompson is one of 34,541 wills attorneys indexed nationally. Browse wills attorneys in Kansas →

Trusts

Kent L. Thompson is one of 104,171 trusts attorneys indexed nationally. Browse trusts 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.

Kent L. Thompson is one of 226,536 estate planning attorneys indexed nationally. Browse estate planning 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 Kent L. Thompson

Where is Kent L. Thompson's law office located?
Kent L. Thompson's law practice is located in Overland Park, Kansas. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Kent L. Thompson handle?
Kent L. Thompson focuses on wills, trusts, estate planning. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Kansas.
How long has Kent L. Thompson practiced law?
Kent L. Thompson has 72+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1954.
Where did Kent L. Thompson go to law school?
Kent L. Thompson earned their education at (LL.B., 1953); (B.S., 1950).
How can I contact Kent L. Thompson for a consultation?
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Education

LL.B.
Harvard University
- 1953
B.S.
Kansas State University
- 1950

Bar Admissions

Missouri
Admitted: 1954

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