Jennifer Jo McKenna

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Jennifer Jo McKenna

also known as Jennifer Ward McKenna

5.0
Rating: 7.2

Licensed for 21 years

Estate planning Lawyer at Lee's Summit, MO
Practice Areas: Estate Planning, Probate, Elder Law

3500 NE Ralph Powell Road, Ste. A, Lee's Summit, MO

Virtual Consultation Available

About Jennifer

Biography

I promise you will always have my advice and guidance before making decisions. Call (816) 929-8089

Practice Areas

3

Practice Areas

Estate Planning 50%

50%
Probate 40%

40%
Elder Law 10%

10%

Fees and Rates

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Licenses

Licensed in Kansas for 16 years

State: Kansas

Acquired: 2009

Active

No misconduct found

Licensed in Missouri for 17 years

State: Missouri

Acquired: 2009

Good Standing, Active

No misconduct found

Licensed in Oklahoma for 21 years

State: Oklahoma

Acquired: 2005

Authorized to Practice Law

No misconduct found

Location

Law Offices of Jennifer Jo McKenna

3500 NE Ralph Powell Road, Ste. A, Lee's Summit, MO, 64064

jennifermckennalaw.com/

Online Presence

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Jennifer Jo McKenna's Reviews

Avvo Review Score

5.0 /5.0

67 Client Reviews

Showing 6 - 10 of 17 reviews | Probate

Posted by Jeff | September 20, 2023 | Hired Attorney | Probate

Excellent Estate Attorney

I made an initial appointment with Jennifer's staff regarding my father's estate and Jennifer called me back later that day to share her condolences regarding my father's passing. This was unexpected but very much appreciated. Jennifer explained all of the steps that would be required, answered all... of my questions throughout the entire process, and seamlessly completed the entire process, so I didn't have to worry about anything. Following the completion of the distributions of my father's estate, my wife and I have asked Jennifer to review our estate planning documents. We look forward to working with Jennifer in the future. I recommend Jennifer for all of your estate planning issues.

Posted by Brian | December 22, 2022 | Hired Attorney | Probate

Making Estate planning easy

We had used Jennifer to help us settle our daughter's small estate after her death. Jennifer made a tedious task simple and because of that we sought her out two years later when my wife and I decided that we needed to prepare for our retirement and protect ourselves in the case of one of us needing... intense medical care later in life. Jennifer again made this simple. She helped us navigate this confusing map of Wills and Trusts, explaining everything in an easy-to-understand manner. I found Jennifer to be pragmatic in her approach and while I don't believe our Wills and Trust were complicated, had we tried a product on the internet, I'm sure we would have continued to second guess ourselves. Jennifer has given us the confidence that we are protected in life and our legacy is secure after our deaths. Jennifer's flat-rate billing was also comforting in knowing up front what the costs were, and no additional billing - in fact our daughter's estate was easier than expected and Jennifer promptly refunded excess funds. I think you will find Jennifer honest, practical, knowledgeable, and personable.

Posted by Marilyn | September 30, 2022 | Hired Attorney | Probate

Probate - Right on time

If you want thorough, knowledgeable, and nice, give Jennifer McKenna a call. My scenario in short….. After my mom’s death, she left a vehicle with no TOD on the title. After trying to transfer tags, I was told that I needed a Probate Lawyer. I found Jennifer’s website, called and had an appt. w...ithin less than 2 weeks of my 1 yr probate expiration date. Me, thinking I had all I needed, waited that long because I knew when moms tags expired which happened to be around her 1 yr…(that was my untimely doing). Jennifer explained the process, told me what information to gather, and submitted it one day before expiration….right on time! I waited about 2 1/2 weeks and received my acceptance letter! Thank you Jennifer McKenna

Posted by Colin | September 27, 2022 | Hired Attorney | Probate

Excellent, courteous, and professional

I hired Jennifer to handle my late mother's estate right when Covid hit in April of 2020. We dealt with many challenges including not being able to use my mother's existing will along with all of the beauracratic roadblocks in place due to the pandemic and she went above and beyond to handle things f...or me during the long probate process. It was a very stressful time but Jennifer made sure I was taken care of and that my mother's estate was properly managed. I would easily hire her again.

Posted by John | July 14, 2022 | Hired Attorney | Probate

Estate of Jackie Cramer

I highly recommend Jennifer McKenna. The Probate process is never easy and Jennifer and her team helped me and my family navigate the probate process. Especially on those days that were very trying.

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Kelly Keefe

Estate planning lawyer | Jun 27

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Jennifer McKenna is a fantastic lawyer who genuinely cares about each and every one of her clients. Jennifer is very knowledge in her field and extremely thorough in her representation."

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Aaron Woods

Estate planning lawyer | Jun 26

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I highly endorse Jennifer McKenna. Jennifer is highly skilled and truly cares about her clients. Not only is she an outstanding lawyer, but she is a wonderful person."

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Donald Quinn

Unknown lawyer | Jul 17

Relationship: Opposing Counsel on matter

"I endorse this lawyer. Good lawyer takes care of her clients very well."

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Kelly Keefe

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Experience

Rating:  7.2 (Very Good)

Honors

2019

Client's Choice, Avvo

Work Experience

2008 - Present

Attorney, Law Office of Jennifer McKenna

2004 - 2008

Assistant Attorney, Silbeck Law Office

Associations

2018 - Present

National Academy of Elder Law Attorneys

Member

2009 - Present

Missouri State Bar Association

Member

2009 - Present

Kansas Bar Association

Member

2005 - Present

Oklahoma Bar Association

Member

Education

2004

University of Tulsa College of Law

JD - Juris Doctor

2001

Northeastern State University (Tahlequah, OK) (main campus)

BS - Bachelor of Science

Languages

English

Activity

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