RICHARD W. SHANKLAND

Born and raised in Kansas City, Richard has practiced law here since earning his law degree from UMKC in 1977. Richard's integrity and proficiency have helped him establish a sterling reputation among both his clients and his peers.

Annually, Richard instructs a Continuing Legal Education (CLE) course in probate law for UMKC. In 2003, he co-chaired a case that won the year's fifth largest verdict in Missouri.

Richard and his wife, Marilyn, have been married for 30 years. They have two children, Russell and Emma.

Areas of Practice
►Estate Planning
►Wills and Trusts
►Powers of Attorney
►Foreclosures and Evictions
►Traffic tickets

Community & Organizational Involvement
►The Missouri Bar Association
►Kansas City Metropolitan Bar Association
►National Academy of Elder Law Attorneys
►Northland United Swim Team - Past President

Education
►UMKC Law School, J.D., Law Review
►Drake University, B.S.
►Southeast High School

Contact Richard: richard@lawyershankland.com

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