Stacey L. Janssen
Top rated Elder Law attorney in Kansas City, Missouri
Janssen Estate Probate & Elder Law
Practice areas: Elder Law, Estate Planning & Probate, Estate & Trust Litigation; view more
Licensed in Missouri since: 1988
Education: The University of Kansas School of Law
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913-956-0899
Janssen Estate Probate & Elder Law
4505 Madison AveSuite 100
Kansas City, MO 64111 Visit website
Stacey L. Janssen, the owner of Janssen Estate Probate & Elder Law, serves clients in Kansas City, Missouri. Renowned for her proficiency in estate planning, probate administration and elder law, she has established herself as an accomplished legal professional. As a compassionate advocate, she diligently addresses the legal requirements of her clients with the utmost professionalism and efficiency.
With an impressive career spanning over three decades, Ms. Janssen’s skill lies in crafting personalized estate plans to protect assets and ensure smooth wealth transfer. She also adeptly handles probate administration, minimizing stress for grieving families. Furthermore, she is dedicated to safeguarding seniors' rights and interests, providing guidance on Medicaid planning, long-term care and guardianships.
After completing her undergraduate studies in political science and art history at The University of Kansas in 1985, Ms. Janssen pursued a career in law. In 1988, she earned her Juris Doctor from The University of Kansas School of Law. The same year, she passed the bar exam and was licensed to practice law in Missouri.
Following law school, Ms. Janssen gained valuable experience working at a well-respected law firm focusing on estate planning and probate. There, she honed her legal skills, successfully handling a wide range of cases and gaining the trust of her clients and colleagues alike.
In addition to her legal practice, Ms. Janssen is part of the Estate Planning Society of Kansas City and serves on the board of directors for the Johnson County Bar Association. Additionally, she chairs the Johnson County Probate Law Committee and is a member of various legal organizations, including the Kansas Bar Association’s Elder Law Section, the National Academy of Elder Law Attorneys (NAELA) and the Kansas City Metropolitan Bar Association. Furthermore, she played a significant role in founding the Kansas Chapter of the NAELA.
Ms. Janssen has garnered acknowledgment for her outstanding achievements and has been honored with the title of Best of the Bar by the Kansas City Business Journal.
Practice areas
Elder Law, Estate Planning & Probate, Estate & Trust LitigationFocus areas
Estate Planning, Guardianships & Conservatorships, Living Wills, Power of Attorney, Probate & Estate Administration, Trusts, Will Contests, Wills
- 30% Elder Law
- 40% Estate Planning & Probate
- 30% Estate & Trust Litigation
First Admitted: 1988, Kansas
Professional Webpage: https://www.staceyelderlaw.com/stacey-janssen
Bar / Professional Activity
- Johnson County Bar Association, Chair Johnson Probate Section, 2005-2015
- Kansas City Metropolitan Bar Association, Treasurer, 2023
- Kansas City Metropolitan Bar Association, Secretary, 2022
- Kansas City Metropolitan Bar Association, Probate Section Chair, 2021 - 2023
- Kansas City Metropolitan Bar Association, Membership Committee Chair, 2021
- Founding member of the Kansas NAELA Chapter, past president, vice president, secretary, and treasurer
- Johnson County Bar Association, Board of Directors, 2010-2015
- National Academy of Elder Law Attorneys, Kansas, and Missouri Chapter
- Kansas City Metropolitan Bar Association, Membership Committee Vice Chair, 2020, President Elect 2025.
Educational Background
- BA University of Kansas., 1985
Honors
- Distinguished Counselor, KCMBA, 2021
Industry Groups
- Asset Protection
- Medicaid Eligibility
- Special Needs Trusts
Office location for Stacey L. Janssen
4505 Madison Ave
Suite 100
Kansas City, MO 64111
Phone: 913-956-0899
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