John Somers Robb

John Somers Robb
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Fees and Payment Types

Fees

Hourly ($175-$250/hour)

Payment types

Cash, Check, Credit Card

Contact Information

Languages Spoken

  • English

About Me

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John Robb has been actively practicing law since 1978 when he joined his father as a third generation lawyer in Newton. John's practice is concentrated in... more

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Client Reviews

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“School District General Counsel”

Posted by: Russell, 5 months ago.

Client Review: I have worked with Mr. Robb for the past year and a half in my role as Assistant Superintendent and Clerk of the Board for my school district. We... more
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“John Robb -- School Board Attorney for USD 265 - Goddard Public Schools”

Posted by: George V. Tignor, 5 months ago.

Client Review: I have worked with John Robb for the past 15 years as a high school principal and currently as the Assistant Superintendent for Human Resources for... more
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Peer Endorsements

Endorsements

1 endorsement


Alan L. Rupe

John Robb is an outstanding attorney. He is one of the smartest lawyers i've ever met. He has been a pleasure to work with. I would most... more

Endorsement from lawyer: Alan Rupe , Wichita (KS), About 2 years ago

Résumé

 

License

35 years since John Somers Robb was first licensed to practice law.

State License status Year acquired Last updated by Avvo
Kansas Authorized to practice law 1978 05/26/2013

We have not found any instances of professional misconduct for this lawyer.

Work Experience

Position Duration
Partner at Somers, Robb and Robb 1978–present

Education

School Major Degree Graduated
Washburn University School of Law Law Juris Doctor 1977
University of Kansas Business Administration BS - Bachelor of Science 1975

Awards

Award Name Granting Organization Date
Best Lawyers in America- Education Law Best Lawyers in America 2013
Kansas Earthmover 2011 Edition Hawver's Capitol Report 2012
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Associations

Position Association Name Duration
Member Wichita Bar Association 1995–present
Member 9th Judicial District Nominating Commission 1993–present
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Portfolio

Contribution

Contributor Level 8
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Guides: 2 Legal Guides
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Publications

Article Publication Date
A Quality Education for Every Child: Stories from the Lawyers on the Front Lines Institute for Educational Equity and Opportunity 2009

Speaking Engagements

Presentation Name Conference Date
Trial Practice, Appeals, Remedies and Compliance Proceedings Winning Quality Educational Opportunity For All 2013
School Finance Litigation: Gannon vs. State of Kansas USD 265 Annual Retreat Conference 2012
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