Business Details
50+ Years
experience
Trusted Legal Representation in Salina, Kansas
Norton, Wasserman, Jones & Kelly has served the legal needs of Salina, KS and surrounding communities since 1956. Our attorneys combine decades of experience with personalized attention to resolve complex legal matters in family law, estate planning, business disputes, real estate transactions, and elder law. We prioritize client relationships, offering tailored solutions that address immediate concerns while preventing future legal challenges.Our team maintains active involvement in local community development and professional organizations, ensuring our practice remains aligned with evolving legal standards. With multigenerational experience handling both litigation and transactional work, we provide comprehensive legal counsel grounded in practical understanding of Kansas law and regional business practices.
Services
Family Law
Real Estate Transactions
Estate Planning
Elder Law
Business Disputes
Land Use Law
Wind Energy Law
Details
- Year established: 1956
Highlights and features
- We offer over 65 years combined legal experience in Kansas law
- Our attorneys maintain active involvement in local bar associations
- We provide personalized legal strategies for complex matters
- Our firm handles both litigation and transactional work seamlessly
- We serve North Central, Northwest, and Southwest Kansas communities
What people say
Very professional
Responsive
Compassionate
Follow-through is good
Five stars
Services
Family Law
Our family law practice addresses divorce proceedings, child custody arrangements, and property division matters with compassionate legal representation. We help clients navigate emotionally challenging situations while protecting their parental rights and financial interests. Our attorneys employ both mediation and litigation strategies to achieve favorable outcomes in custody disputes, alimony determinations, and domestic agreements.
Estate Planning
We create comprehensive estate plans including wills, trusts, and advance directives to ensure proper asset distribution. Our attorneys help clients establish durable powers of attorney and healthcare proxies while minimizing tax implications. We provide probate administration services to execute estate settlements according to decedent wishes and Kansas law requirements.
Business Law
Our business law services cover entity formation, contract drafting, and commercial dispute resolution. We assist with business succession planning, employment agreements, and regulatory compliance matters. The firm represents both established corporations and emerging businesses in transactional work and litigation involving partnership disputes, breach of contract claims, and commercial transactions.
Real Estate Law
We handle residential and commercial real estate transactions including title examinations, purchase agreements, and closing procedures. Our attorneys resolve boundary disputes, zoning issues, and land use conflicts while ensuring compliance with local ordinances. We represent clients in property development matters and environmental regulation compliance cases.
Elder Law
Our elder law practice focuses on long-term care planning, Medicaid eligibility, and guardianship proceedings. We help families establish protective legal frameworks for aging relatives through powers of attorney and healthcare directives. The firm assists with nursing home admission agreements and elder abuse prevention measures while maintaining client dignity and autonomy.
People
Kenneth W. Wasserman
Attorney
Practicing law since 1972, Ken specializes in estate planning, elder law, and real estate transactions. He assists clients with wills, trusts, probate matters, and business organization formation while maintaining active involvement in local community development initiatives.
Norman R. Kelly
Attorney
With 40+ years of experience, Norman focuses on personal injury litigation including auto accidents, medical malpractice, and nursing home neglect cases. He has secured millions in compensation for clients through settlements and jury verdicts while maintaining transparent case communication.
Brendan J. Burke
Attorney
Brendan concentrates on family law and domestic relations cases. He serves as Guardian Ad Litem in court matters while providing responsive legal representation for divorce proceedings, child custody disputes, and spousal support negotiations.
Caden L. Butler
Attorney
Caden practices estate planning, business law, and real estate transactions. He assists clients with wills, trusts, commercial contracts, and property transfers while applying his expertise in transactional law matters.
Jeffrey A. Bohnenblust
Attorney
Jeffrey focuses on estate planning, real estate law, and business transactions. He provides legal counsel on will creation, property transfers, and business entity formation while applying modern legal strategies to traditional practice areas.
Questions
What areas of law does Norton, Wasserman, Jones & Kelly handle?
We practice in family law, estate planning, business disputes, real estate transactions, elder law, and land use regulations across Kansas.
How can I schedule a consultation with an attorney?
Contact our Salina office at 785-827-3646 to arrange a consultation with any of our experienced legal professionals.
Does the firm serve areas outside Salina, Kansas?
Yes, we represent clients throughout North Central, Northwest, and Southwest Kansas regions.
What payment methods are accepted for legal services?
Payment options will be discussed during your initial consultation with our billing department.
How long has the firm been in operation?
Our firm has provided legal services since 1956, maintaining a legacy of excellence in Kansas law.
Can the firm handle both litigation and transactional matters?
Yes, our attorneys manage both courtroom litigation and transactional work including contracts, estate planning, and business formation.
