About Trenton
We believe that the client always comes first.
No matter the circumstances, we'll treat you with respect and dignity, and provide sound advice and skilled legal counsel. With 19 years of legal experience, we offer effective and aggressive representation, with client satisfaction as our top priority. Our reputation, integrity and history of successful litigation speaks for itself. Martindale-Hubbell rated for Very High Legal Ability and Ethical Standards, and Client Distinction Awar
Practice areas
- Workers compensation: 50%
23 years, 125 cases
- Personal injury: 25%
23 years, 35 cases
- Divorce and separation: 5%
23 years, 12 cases
- Social security: 5%
23 years, 5 cases
- More
Resume
| State | Status | Acquired | Updated |
|---|---|---|---|
| MO | Good Standing, Active | 1997 | 07/01/2017 |
| KS | Authorized to practice law | 1994 | 04/01/2017 |
We have not found any instances of professional misconduct for this lawyer.
avvo contributions
| Legal answers | 0 |
| Legal guides | 0 |
| Award name | Grantor | Date granted |
|---|---|---|
| Client Distinction Award | Martindale-Hubbell | 2013 |
| BV Rated | Martindale-Hubbell | 2001 |
| Honoree | Gollden Key National Honor Society | 1990 |
| Title | Company name | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Managing Partner | Besse Law Office, P.A. | 2001 - Present |
| Associate Attorney | Ensz and Jester, P.A. | 2000 - 2001 |
| Associate | Patton and Chamberlain | 1998 - 2000 |
| Associate | Rubins, Kase, Cambiano and Bryant | 1997 - 1998 |
| Associate | McPherson Law Office | 1995 - 1997 |
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| Trial Lawyers for Public Justice | N/A | 2001 - Present | |||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| Missouri State Bar Association | N/A | 1997 - Present | |||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| American Association for Justice | N/A | 1997 - Present | |||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| Missouri Association of Trial Attorneys | N/A | 1996 - Present | |||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| Johnson County Bar Association | N/A | 1996 - Present | |||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| Kansas Association for Justice | N/A | 1994 - Present | |||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| Kansas Bar Association | N/A | 1994 - Present | |||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
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| Summers v. Swope Community Enterprises | $ 350,000 plus lifetime medical | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| Garside v. Craft | $ 100,000 | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| Nordman v. CNA Insurance | $ 175,000 | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
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| Publication name | Title | Date |
|---|---|---|
| Mid American Nazarene University MBA Program Syllabus | Worker's Compensation in the Workplace | 2002 |
| School name | Major | Degree | Graduated |
|---|---|---|---|
| University of Kansas School of Law | Law | JD - Juris Doctor | 1994 |
| University of Kanss | Psychology | BA - Bachelor of Arts | 1991 |
| Conference name | Title | Date |
|---|---|---|
| Mid America Nazarene University MBA Program | Worker's Compensation in the Workplace | 2002 |
Attorney endorsements
(3)
Michael Waddington, Military law Attorney
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
I endorse Trenton. He is a highly skilled attorney that is well respected in the legal community.
Kevin Dellett, Criminal defense Attorney
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
Trent is a law school classmate whom I've watched grow into an excellent Worker's Comp lawyer over the years. He is dedicated and thorough, and really knows his stuff. You won't find a more caring attorney.
Cost
RATES
- Hourly Rates $150-225/hour
- Contingency fees 20%-45%A contingency fee is the percent of the final award a lawyer will receive as compensation. For some of these cases, lawyers will only be paid if there is a successful outcome.
Payment Methods
Cash, Check, Credit card
Contact
Trent J. Besse, Attorney at Law
7199 W 98th Terr
Ste 140
Overland Park, KS, 66212
Office (913) 341-0005