Atty. Leslie A. Hess

Atty. Leslie A. Hess

Leslie A. Hess is a lawyer practicing family law, real estate, probate and 5 other areas of law.

Hays Hays 41 yrs experience 41 year
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Profile Summary

About Leslie A. Hess at a glance

Leslie A. Hess is a Member based in Hays, Kansas, practicing at Kennedy Berkley Yarnevich & Williamson Chartered. They have 41+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1985. Their practice focuses on wills, trusts, probate, family law, and real estate. Admitted to practice in Kansas (1985) and New York (1988). Educated at Washburn University of Topeka (J.D., 1985) and Kansas State University (B.S., 1982). Recognitions include Peer Reviewed. Active member of Kansas Bar Association. Serands clients in Hays, KS and the surrounding metropolitan area.

Verified attorney profile · Updated June 2026

About

  • Leslie A. Hess is a lawyer practicing family law, real estate, probate and 5 other areas of law
  • Leslie received a B.S. degree from Kansas State University in 1982, and has been licensed for 41 years
  • Leslie practices at Kennedy Berkley Yarnevich & Williamson Chartered in Hays, KS

Practice Areas Explained

Leslie A. Hess's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Leslie A. Hess handles, with a brief overview of what that area of law covers.

Wills

Leslie A. Hess is one of 34,541 wills attorneys indexed nationally. Browse wills attorneys in Kansas →

Trusts

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Probate

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Family Law

Family law attorneys handle divorce, child custody, child support, adoption, prenups, and protective orders. Find verified family lawyers near you.

Leslie A. Hess is one of 187,066 family law attorneys indexed nationally. Browse family law attorneys in Kansas →

Real Estate Law

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

Leslie A. Hess 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 Hays 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 Leslie A. Hess

Where is Leslie A. Hess's law office located?
Leslie A. Hess's law practice is located in Hays, Kansas. The firm is Kennedy Berkley Yarnevich & Williamson Chartered. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Leslie A. Hess handle?
Leslie A. Hess focuses on wills, trusts, probate, family law, real estate. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Kansas.
How long has Leslie A. Hess practiced law?
Leslie A. Hess has 41+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1985.
Where did Leslie A. Hess go to law school?
Leslie A. Hess earned their education at (J.D., 1985); (B.S., 1982).
How can I contact Leslie A. Hess for a consultation?
You can contact Leslie A. Hess 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 Leslie A. Hess received?
Leslie A. Hess's notable recognition includes: Peer Reviewed.

Education

J.D.
Washburn University of Topeka
- 1985
B.S.
Kansas State University
- 1982

Awards

Peer Reviewed

Bar Admissions

Kansas
Admitted: 1985
New York
Admitted: 1988

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