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David Preston Crandall

5.0
Rating: 1.0

Licensed for 26 years

Litigation Lawyer Practice Areas: Litigation, Trusts, Probate
This attorney is currently not accepting new clients.
Reason: Not Practicing
This lawyer was disciplined by a state licensing authority in 2021
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About David

Practice Areas

3

Practice Areas

Litigation 35%

Trust and estate litigation, including representation of wronged heirs and beneficiaries and representation of fiduciaries (trustees, executors, administrators, agents, and personal representatives).

28 years

35%
Trusts 35%

Trust administration, settlement, and litigation.

18 years

35%
Probate 30%

Trust and estate settlement after the death of a loved one, including probate administration, if needed.

18 years

30%

Fees and Rates

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Licenses

Licensed in Missouri for 25 years

State: Missouri

Acquired: 2000

Good Standing, Active

Lawyer disciplined by state licensing authority in 2019

Licensed in California for 20 years

State: California

Acquired: 2005

Resigned

Lawyer disciplined by state licensing authority in 2021

Licensed in Kansas for 26 years

State: Kansas

Acquired: 1999

Suspended

Lawyer disciplined by state licensing authority in 2018

Location

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David Preston Crandall's Reviews

Avvo Review Score

5.0 /5.0

8 Client Reviews

5 star (8)
4 star (0)
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Posted by Mischelle | November 2, 2018 | Consulted Attorney

This review is from a potential client who consulted with this attorney.

Non-Profit ByLaws Review

David Crandall is an honest, caring trust attorney that exhibits high integrity. I’m grateful that he offered to review my proposed corporate bylaws and welcomed his recommendations in modifying them. I would recommend his services without reservation.

Posted by James | April 27, 2018 | Consulted Attorney

This review is from a potential client who consulted with this attorney.

Lawyer With Heart

When I researched Mr. Crandall after posting on Avvo I thought to myself that maybe there is a lawyer that still operates as a lawyer should and ask all the right questions Trust is something that does not come easy from me but Trust is the foundation of every lawyer client relationship with out it y...ou have nothing and as a Disable Vet i can say I Trust Mr. Crandall To do a through evaluation of my case and seek the truth and see if I have been done wrong,communication thus far has been great,and very understanding.

Posted by Michelle | September 29, 2016 | Consulted Attorney

This review is from a potential client who consulted with this attorney.

Put our Minds at Ease

My husband and I consulted with David regarding Power of Attorney and Estate Planning. David was very helpful, gave us great advice, and genuinely cared about our situation. David was very professional and knowledgeable. We felt well informed after consulting with David.

Posted by anonymous | May 14, 2016 | Hired Attorney

This review is from a person who hired this attorney.

Help When We Needed it Most

Living in California meant that we needed a local attorney to deal with our estate issues in Kansas. We interviews several other attorneys and we were unimpressed with how long it took for them to respond. David turned out to be the correct choice. Tom

Posted by David | April 10, 2015

Deceased Brother's Estate

David Crandall handled several difficult and delicate items to finalize my wife's brother's estate in a very thorough and professional manner. He was also sensitive to our family in our time of sorrow and communicated often and responded quickly each time we had questions. It was very much a reli...ef to have someone working for you that could be trusted to make the best recommendations and follow through to completion as rapidly as possible.

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David Preston Crandall's Lawyer Endorsements

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Joseph Ferraro

Estate planning lawyer | Oct 22

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I have had the pleasure of meeting David this past year as a fellow lawyer in the estate planning community. His combination of developing deep client relationships and being one of the brightest minds in our profession make him a highly recommended estate planning attorney."

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Curt Ferguson

Estate planning lawyer | May 04

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Having known David for many years now in the 'community' of the National Network of Estate Planning Attorneys, what impresses me most is his dedication to plans that work for his clients. That may seem quaint or obvious, but in the estate planning field, plans that work are the exception, not the rule. Many 'living trust attorneys' just sell form documents and move on, leaving clients with false security but real confusion about what they just did...and with a plan that will falter and fail. By pleasant contrast, David is exceptional! He is committed, and asks clients to be similarly committed, to thoroughly and thoughtfully develop a plan around their goals and objectives, and then to the necessary follow through and ongoing maintenance that it takes to make an estate plan fulfill all of its purposes. If you live within a few hours of Overland Park and are serious about leaving an orderly estate and a meaningful legacy, I heartily endorse David Crandall."

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Annette Gerhardt

Trusts lawyer | Apr 29

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I have known David since he joined the National Network of Estate Planning Attorneys. He is a warm, caring and compassionate person. He has a very sharp mind and the highest level of attention to detail combined with excellent estate planning skills. David is one of the few estate planning attorneys that offers his clients the ability to keep their estate planning documents current through the use of a formal maintenance program. He is an attorney I would place my trust in to assist me and my family with their estate planning needs."

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Edward Clay

Estate planning lawyer | Apr 28

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"I have known David for many years as a staunch advocate for his clients with a level head for counselling. I was able to work with him when his client had a matter in Maryland. He was nothing short of professional and an excellent co-counsel."

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Scott Williams

Estate planning lawyer | Apr 26

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I have known David through the National Network of Estate Planning Attorneys. I have been consistently impressed with David's unique ability to find creative solutions to his clients estate planning and elder care needs. David is most committed to not settling for the "industry accepted solution" but rather looks for ways he can ensure his clients get the best of all planning strategies. He goes far beyond what his peers would do to ensure his clients receive the highest quality planning possible. He is warm, engaging, and a very caring person. Anyone considering David to assist them with their planning needs will not be disappointed. I endorse David wholeheartedly."

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William Coyne

Estate planning lawyer | Apr 23

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I have gotten to know David over the past five years. I am truly impressed by the extent to which he combines a deep understanding of technical issues of estate planning and an equally deep commitment to achieving his clients' personal goals. He is extremely bright, articulate, a strong advocate, and a compassionate human being. I endorse him without qualification."

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Kyle Krull

Elder law lawyer | Feb 18

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I know David Crandall personally and professionally. He is an excellent attorney with high integrity. In fact, since I am not an elder law attorney, I entrusted some of my own relatives to David's care regarding their elder law concerns. They were very pleased with his advice and services. According, I recommend David Crandall without reservation."

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Robert Pittman

Estate planning lawyer | Nov 09

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"I serve with David on the Member Advisory Board of the National Network of Estate Planning Attorneys. David is a truly caring professional with excellent credentials. He works very hard to make sure that his clients receive the best planning solutions and that they remain current through his unique follow up approach. He is dedicated to excellence."

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William Coyne

Estate planning lawyer

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Curt Ferguson

Estate planning lawyer

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Scott Williams

Trusts lawyer

Experience

Rating:  1.0 (Extreme Caution)

Professional misconduct

This lawyer was disciplined by a state licensing authority in 2021.

Resignation with charges pending issued in CA, 2021

updated on 01/07/2022

Resignation with charges pending means the attorney resigned in order to avoid being disbarred, the most serious penalty for a lawyer.

Voluntary inactive (disciplinary) issued in CA, 2020

updated on 03/29/2021

This sanction means the attorney resigned in order to avoid being disbarred, the most serious penalty for a lawyer.

Reciprocal - Suspension issued in MO, 2019

updated on 09/23/2019

This means that the attorney's misconduct in another state, or jurisdiction, also violated the rules for practicing law in Missouri.

Suspension issued in KS, 2018

updated on 04/30/2019

This sanction means the attorney lost his or her license to practice law for a period of time. The attorney typically returns to practicing law when the suspension expires.

Honors

1998

National Order of Barristers, New York Law School

1998

National Team Moot Court Award, New York Law School

1997

Orland Award for Excellence in Written and Oral Advocacy, New York Law School

Work Experience

2018 - Present

Owner, Crandall Law Group

2017 - 2018

Attorney, Creative Planning Legal, P.A.

2008 - 2017

Principal, Legacy Planning Advocates

2006 - 2009

Partner, Waits Brownlee Berger & DeWoskin

1998 - 2005

Associate, Waits Brownlee Berger & DeWoskin

1997 - 1998

Senior Student Legal Specialist, New York City Law Department

Associations

2008 - Present

National Academy of Elder Law Attorneys

Member

2008 - Present

National Network of Estate Planning Attorneys

Member

1998 - Present

Kansas City Metropolitan Bar Association, Probate and Estate Planning Committee

Member

1991 - Present

Christian Legal Society

Member

2012 - 2017

Academy of Veterans Administration Pension Planners

Member

2008 - 2013

National Network of Estate Planning Attorneys

Board Member

Sample of Legal Cases

State ex rel Wratchford v. Fincham

Writ of Prohibition granted

LeRose v. Bank of America, et al.

Confidential settlement

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Education

1998

New York Law School

JD - Juris Doctor

1993

Cedarville University

BA - Bachelor of Arts

Speaking Engagements

2018

Probate Process: Step by Step Walk-Through The Law of Intestate Succession

2018

Probate Process: Step by Step Walk-Through Probate Property vs Non-Probate Assets

2016

The Probate Process from Start to Finish The Law of Intestate Succession

2016

Step-Up Basis, Portability and AB Planning Under ATRA 2012

Curing Old Estate Plans That are no Longer Beneficial

2016

Step-Up Basis, Portability and AB Planning Under ATRA 2012

Legal Ethics in Estate Planning

2016

Step-Up Basis, Portability and AB Planning Under ATRA 2012

Marital vs. Non-Marital Shares

2016

Step-Up Basis, Portability and AB Planning Under ATRA 2012

Portability Explained: §2010(c)(4)

2016

Step-Up Basis, Portability and AB Planning Under ATRA 2012

Step-up Basis

2015

The Probate Process From Start to Finish for Paralegals

Putting the Case to Rest:Closing the Estate

2015

The Probate Process From Start to Finish for Paralegals

Uncovering the Laws of Intestacy and How They May Apply

2015

The Probate Process from Start to Finish for Paralegals

Statutory Rights and Allowances

2014

The Probate Process from Start to Finish

Putting the Case to Rest: Closing the Estate

2014

The Probate Process from Start to Finish

Litigating the Case in Probate Court

2014

The Probate Process from Start to Finish

Uncovering the Laws of Intestacy and How They May Apply

2014

The Probate Process from Start to Finish

Determining if Spouse's Elective Share is a Reasonable Option

2014

The Probate Process from Start to Finish Closing the Estate

2014

The Probate Process From Start to Finish Understanding the Laws of Intestacy

2014

The Probate Process from Start to Finish Dealing with Statutory Allowances and the Elective Share

2014

The Complete Trust Course

Asset Protection Planning for Seniors and the Disabled

2014

The Complete Trust Course

Using Revocable Trusts

2014

The Complete Trust Course

Why Testamentary Trusts are Unnecessary

2014

The Complete Trust Course

Understanding Estate, Gift and Trust Taxation

2012

Medicaid and Medicare Update

Medicaid Eligibility - Generally

Publications

1996

New York Law School Journal of Human Rights Charles W. Froessel Constitutional Law Intramural Moot Court Competition Best Petitioner's Brief

Languages

English

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