Water Law

The firm has a rich history of experience with water rights. Since its formation, Mr. Adrian has served as legal counsel for the Equus Beds Groundwater Management District. The District manages the groundwater for Sedgwick, Harvey, McPherson, and Reno counties. Approximately 2,000 non-domestic wells pump an average of 51.2 billion gallons from the Equus Beds aquifer every year. A significant portion of Wichita’s water is also withdrawn from the aquifer. Mr. Adrian’s position as legal counsel for the district has made him very experienced in handling […]

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Civil Litigation

Adrian & Pankratz has handled a wide range of civil litigation cases involving such diverse areas as personal injury, business, employment and real estate disputes. Our attorneys are committed to ensuring you get the level of representation you deserve. We are willing to listen to our clients and actively further our clients’ needs. For instance, unlike many attorneys representing plaintiffs in personal injury suits, if our clients have been wronged and deserve compensation, we are willing to take the case to trial and attempt to secure a reasonable […]

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Natural Resources Law

Adrian & Pankratz has attorneys experienced in natural resources law.  One facet of natural resources law is environmental law encompasses a complex range of federal statutes including the Clean Water Act (CWA), and the Comprehensive Environmental Response, Compensation, and Liability Act (CERCLA). Practice in this area also demands knowledge of state laws relating to a variety of different issues impacting the environment. The firm usually deals with environmental law cases in an advisory role by helping business clients to proactively ensure compliance with these laws. If […]

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Guardianships & Conservatorships

When a person becomes incapable of managing their own financial affairs or personal healthcare needs, a trusted friend or relative can assist with these matters. However, if appropriate planning has not taken place prior to incapacity, then a family member or friend must proceed through a court procedure to establish a guardianship and conservatorship for the incapacitated person. Appointing a Guardian or Conservator Kansas law provides for a court proceeding to ensure that the incapacitated person is protected. When an individual is declared incompetent and […]

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Business Law

A significant portion of our firm’s practice is devoted to business and business transactions. We have been privileged to counsel firms and institutions in activities that have shaped the economic landscape of Newton, surrounding cities and the State of Kansas. We represent large, established corporations and assist in the growth and development of successful small businesses and entrepreneurial endeavors. We offer counsel on the choice and structure of organizations from both a business and taxation standpoint. Areas of Representation: General business law for existing businesses, […]

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