Jennifer Jo McKenna

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Jennifer Jo McKenna

also known as Jennifer Ward McKenna

5.0
Rating: 7.2

Licensed for 20 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 16 years

State: Missouri

Acquired: 2009

Good Standing, Active

No misconduct found

Licensed in Oklahoma for 20 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/

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Jennifer Jo McKenna's Reviews

Avvo Review Score

5.0 /5.0

66 Client Reviews

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Posted by Elizabeth | June 22, 2021 | Hired Attorney | Estate Planning

Set for Future

Jennifer was very prompt with emails and follow-up to our appointments. She was very easy to talk with and bounce ideas while getting our estate set up. My husband and I feel relieved that we have everything in place for when the time comes.

Posted by Roger | March 31, 2021 | Elder Law

Elder/Trust inquiries

While I have not hired Jennifer, the time and service gave would lead one to think I had. The one who took my initial call was friendly, helpful, and set up our appointment at a satisfactory time. The inquiries had to do with a elder with dementia, family dynamics, and legalities-including finances.... As could be expected, Jennifer is a great listener. Further, she has personal experience in dealing with someone with dementia and the evolving host of challenges and logistics therein. This enabled her to truly relate in such a way that shows she really knows all the aspects involved. In truth, her advice was not steered toward hiring her for this issue at this time. Rather, her advice was steered to finding a more amicable and less complicated solution among family members. More specifically, the inquiry circled around the income/finances of a family member with dementia and the logistics of an equitable distribution while also managing the logistics of caregiving. Our discussion revealed her valuable insight. I would recommend Jennifer for issues of this type. Further, I’ll be glad to trust Jennifer to handle the legalities and related aspects my own trust.

Posted by anonymous | August 05, 2020 | Probate

Very helpful and attentive

I reached out to Ms McKenna for help after my father passed away, as I was helping my mother sort out the aftermath. We were overwhelmed and under-informed. Jennifer was very quick to respond, answered all our questions and kept the info clear and concise. She gave us next-steps to consider too, ...for future family estate planning, which I'm sure will help us going forward. I highly recommend her.

Posted by Linda | March 31, 2020 | Hired Attorney | Estate Planning

Great knowledge of estate planning and great service!

Jennifer is quick to respond. She took time to understand what my needs were and provided advice and direction where needed. She has a real grasp of what is needed for estate planning and stays up to date on changes in her field. While being extremely organized and detail oriented in the paperwork..., she is still able to step back and look at the big picture providing a well rounded approach to estate planning. Her organization skills and knowledge help to keep this difficult process simple and easy to deal with. I highly recommend Jennifer.

Posted by Shelia | August 02, 2019 | Hired Attorney | Probate

Wonderful Attorney!!!!

My friend passed away and left me is charge of her estate. I had no idea of what to do. Thank goodness for Jennifer McKenna! After I hired her, my mind was put at ease. I am very impressed with how knowledgeable, organized and efficient she is. She has taken care of everything to do with probate co...urt, investment accounts and creditors. She did her research and is working very hard to get the best possible outcome for me. She keeps me informed on a regular basis and explains what is going on. I highly recommend Jennifer and will hire her again if the need arises.

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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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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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