Joshua Thomas Zarse

Joshua Thomas Zarse

4.9
Rating: 7.1

Licensed for 9 years

Criminal defense Lawyer at Overland Park, KS
Practice Areas: Criminal Defense, Domestic Violence

8000 Foster St, Overland Park, KS

About Joshua

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Free Consultation

$0 first 30 minutes


Payment Methods

  • Cash
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Licenses

Licensed in Kansas for 9 years

State: Kansas

Acquired: 2016

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Location

Gigstad Law Office LLC

8000 Foster St, Overland Park, KS, 66204

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Joshua Thomas Zarse's Reviews

Avvo Review Score

4.9 /5.0

21 Client Reviews

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Posted by Kaitlyn | January 12, 2024 | Hired Attorney | Domestic Violence

Hire Josh Today!

I hired Josh to fight having a PFA placed on me as a result of a false accusation. From start to finish Josh had been in contact with me and talked me through the process. Anytime I had a question (I always had questions) he was very quick to let me know when he could get back to me and always provid...ed me with detailed information. I was never left blinded by what step in the process we were on. He did an amazing job talking with the other party and working out an agreement with the other party before even going to trial. End result is no PFA, a clean record, and one amazing lawyer that I will be hiring again if I need one. I will be recommending Josh to my friends, family, and co workers and telling them about the great experience I had with him.

Posted by anonymous | December 28, 2023 | Hired Attorney | Criminal Defense

Possession Marijuana/Paraphernalia - Reduced My Sentence and Anxiety

I was pulled over in Kansas and charged with possession of marijuana and paraphernalia - first offense . I sent a message to the Gigstad law firm and received a call from Josh within an hour. He explained my options, defined terms I was unfamiliar with and was honest about his thoughts on my case and... situation. Having done previous cases in the county I was charged, he was familiar with the Judge and Prosecutor - knowing it would be an uphill battle, he offered me his services at a discounted rate. The court originally offered 6months diversion with required drug evaluation/classes/and drug testing. I hired him on and within less than 2 months time, he had my sentence reduced to an unsupervised 6month diversion and one 8hr drug class. He was very helpful and patient with me - answering my constant questions and concerns having never been in a situation like this. I recommend Josh Zarse at Gigstad Law - he’s kind, honest and a good lawyer who’s familiar with theses charges and Kansas county Judges and Prosecutors. In 4 years time, he will also be there to help me expunge my arrest record. He really took charge and took all the weight off my shoulders, definitely recommend Josh.

Posted by Melanie | December 16, 2023 | Hired Attorney | DUI & DWI

DUI

I would highly recommend Joshua, we retained him for my son’s DUI, he was very thorough in explaining everything that was involved with the case. He also was quick to respond to phone calls and emails. We had never been through anything like this and he was very caring through the whole process. Five... stars for Joshua!

Posted by Ryan | November 12, 2023 | Hired Attorney | Lawsuits & Disputes

Highly Recommend

Josh handled my case with knowledge and professionalism. I truly felt he was on my side and this was a burden off my shoulders. Josh went to all of my court dates well-prepared and was quick to communicate the outcome. I would recommend him to anybody looking for an attorney in the Kansas City area.

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Robert Gigstad

Criminal defense lawyer | May 12

Relationship: Co-worker

"Josh goes above and beyond to advocate for his clients and their rights. I've personally seen him help many people out of difficult situations. I fully endorse Josh for anyone looking for assistance with their Kansas criminal defense matters."

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Experience

Rating:  7.1 (Very Good)

Honors

2015

Order of Barristers, Creighton University School of Law

Work Experience

2020 - 2022

Staff Attorney, Kansas Legal Services

2018 - 2020

Assistant Public Defender, NE KS Conflicts Office

2017 - 2017

Assistant County Attorney, Ellis County Attorney's Office

2015 - 2016

Deputy County Attorney, Douglas County Attorney

Associations

2018 - Present

Kansas Association of Criminal Defense Lawyers

Member

Sample of Legal Cases

Aggravated Robbery, Aggravated Battery, Criminal Possession of Firearm, & Possession Charge

Not Guilty

Criminal Threat & Domestic Battery

Not Guilty

Felony Possession

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Education

2015

Creighton University School of Law

JD - Juris Doctor

Languages

English

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