Atty. William Scott Hesse

Atty. William Scott Hesse

William Scott Hesse is a lawyer practicing estate planning, litigation, administrative law and 5 other areas of law. William received a B.S. degree from Kansas State University in 1981, and has been licensed for 42 years.

Topeka Topeka 42 yrs experience 42 year
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Profile Summary

About William Scott Hesse at a glance

William Scott Hesse is a Partner based in Topeka, Kansas, practicing at Newman, Riffel & Hesse, P.A.. They have 42+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1984. Their practice focuses on estate planning, real estate, creditor rights, estate litigation, and litigation. Admitted to practice in Kansas (1984), U.S. District Court, District of Kansas (1984), U.S. Court of Appeals, Tenth Circuit (1985), and U.S. Court of Appeals, Ninth Circuit (1986). Educated at Washburn University of Topeka School of Law (J.D., 1984) and Kansas State University (B.S., 1981). Recognitions include BV Distinguished. Serands clients in Topeka, KS and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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About

  • William Scott Hesse is a lawyer practicing estate planning, litigation, administrative law and 5 other areas of law
  • William received a B.S. degree from Kansas State University in 1981, and has been licensed for 42 years
  • William practices at Newman, Riffel & Hesse, P.A. in Topeka, KS

Practice Areas Explained

William Scott Hesse's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases William Scott Hesse handles, with a brief overview of what that area of law covers.

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.

William Scott Hesse is one of 226,536 estate planning attorneys indexed nationally. Browse estate planning attorneys in Kansas →

Real Estate Law

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

William Scott Hesse is one of 316,149 real estate attorneys indexed nationally. Browse real estate attorneys in Kansas →

Creditor Rights & Collections

William Scott Hesse is one of 42,948 creditor rights attorneys indexed nationally. Browse creditor rights attorneys in Kansas →

Estate & Trust Litigation

William Scott Hesse is one of 20,023 estate litigation attorneys indexed nationally. Browse estate litigation attorneys in Kansas →

Civil Litigation

Civil litigation attorneys for breach of contract, business disputes, civil rights, and class action lawsuits.

William Scott Hesse is one of 454,532 litigation attorneys indexed nationally. Browse litigation 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 Topeka 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 William Scott Hesse

Where is William Scott Hesse's law office located?
William Scott Hesse's law practice is located in Topeka, Kansas. The firm is Newman, Riffel & Hesse, P.A.. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does William Scott Hesse handle?
William Scott Hesse focuses on estate planning, real estate, creditor rights, estate litigation, litigation. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Kansas.
How long has William Scott Hesse practiced law?
William Scott Hesse has 42+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1984.
Where did William Scott Hesse go to law school?
William Scott Hesse earned their education at (J.D., 1984); (B.S., 1981).
How can I contact William Scott Hesse for a consultation?
You can contact William Scott Hesse 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 William Scott Hesse received?
William Scott Hesse's notable recognition includes: BV Distinguished.

Education

J.D.
Washburn University of Topeka School of Law
- 1984
B.S.
Kansas State University
- 1981

Awards

BV Distinguished

Bar Admissions

Kansas
Admitted: 1984
U.S. District Court, District of Kansas
Admitted: 1984
U.S. Court of Appeals, Tenth Circuit
Admitted: 1985
U.S. Court of Appeals, Ninth Circuit
Admitted: 1986
U.S. Court of Appeals, District of Columbia Circuit
Admitted: 1989
U.S. Supreme Court
Admitted: 1991

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