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Press Release - Kennedy Berkley Law Firm Opens New Office in Hays
Salina-based law firm opens office in Hays to better serve their western Kansas clients. Kennedy Berkley Yarnevich & Williamson, Chartered, a full service, Salina-based law firm representing banks, businesses and individuals in Kansas for over... Read More
KBYW Associates Participate in Volunteer Project
Kennedy Berkley Attorneys Participate in Downtown Salina Volunteer Project Attorneys Angela Coble, and Karen Couch recently volunteered and painted the lantern poles alongside the streets and businesses of downtown Salina. By... Read More
Karen Couch Featured in Kansas Department of Commerce “Come Home” Video Project
In an effort to develop the workforce and economic well-being of Kansas, associate attorney Karen Q. Couch recently appeared in a video project created by the Kansas Department of Commerce. Karen, whose practice primarily emphasizes commercial and... Read More
Salina Society of Human Resources Management Features Larry Michel Presentation
Larry Michel, who leads the firm's employment law practice group, delivered a presentation on the Genetic Information Non-Discrimination Act of 2008 ("GINA") to the Salina Society of Human Resources Management, January 21st. In attendance were numerous... Read More
Serving Kansas Since 1961
Kennedy Berkley Yarnevich & Williamson, Chartered ("KBYW") is a midsized law firm located in Salina, Kansas. KBYW serves clients in Kansas, Colorado, Missouri and throughout the United States. The firm was formed in 1961 when Thomas J. Kennedy and Robert B. Berkley merged their individual practices. In the early years, KBYW gained prominence for its general business and banking practices. Over the years KBYW has expanded its reach to include representation in all types of trial and appellate matters in state and federal courts and administrative agencies.
Our attorneys provide representation in nearly all areas of the law, including business and banking transactions, civil litigation, domestic and family issues and employment and labor issues. Our attorneys are committed to delivering prompt and innovative solutions to KBYW's diverse client base. The firm's growth and success over the years is attributable to its treatment of each client as unique and special to the firm, whether the client is a large multi-national corporation or a sole proprietor. We believe in building and maintaining lasting relationships with our clients. Regardless of the legal issue, we understand that to provide responsive and pragmatic legal advice, we must understand our clients' needs and understand their industries.
The members of our firm are actively engaged in Bar and industry associations and frequently serve as seminar speakers and commentators regarding issues in their respective practice areas. Our attorneys are provided with state of the art computer, technical and research resources so that the attorneys can stay abreast of new developments in their practice areas to best serve our clients.
KBYW believes attorneys have a special responsibility to serve their community. The firm's attorneys are therefore active in a host of governmental, community, civic boards and organizations and various not-for-profit organizations.
Salina Office
Located Downtown in the Historic United Building
119 W. Iron Ave., 7th Floor
P.O. Box 2567
Salina, KS 67402-2567
Phone:(785) 825-4674
Fax: (785) 825-5936
Hays Office
Located Downtown in the Emprise Bank Building
1200 Main Street, Suite 102
Hays, Kansas 67601
Phone:(785) 623-4110
Fax: (785) 623-4192
