Kate Marie Bartell Nowak

Kate Bartell Nowak is a dedicated estate planning attorney who helps individuals and families navigate some of life’s most important—and often complex—decisions with clarity and compassion. Kate brings a deep understanding of estate planning, elder law, trusts, wills, asset protection, special needs planning, and uncontested probates. Her practice also includes guiding clients through guardianships and conservatorships with empathy and practical insight.

Before focusing on estate planning, Kate served as in-house counsel for the Sioux Falls School District, where she developed a strong foundation in public service and employment law. She holds a J.D. from the University of Denver Sturm College of Law, a Master of Public Administration from the University of Colorado Denver, and a B.A. in Psychology from the University of Denver.

Kate’s approach is grounded in education and empowerment—she believes in making the law accessible and understandable so clients can make informed choices.

She is a member of the Colorado, South Dakota, Iowa, and Nebraska bar associations, as well as the American Bar Association and the National Academy of Elder Law Attorneys (NAELA).

When she’s not practicing law, Kate enjoys spending time with her husband, two kids, and their two dogs. She also loves reading, painting with watercolor, and traveling to new places.