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Trenton J Besse

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Avvo Rating7.3
  • Overland Park, KS
  • Licensed for 27 years
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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 Award for Demonstrated Excellence in Quality of Service, Overall Value, Responsiveness and Communication Ability. 

Aggressive and Effective Representation
Prompt and Clear Client Communication
Reasonable Legal Fees (Discounted Fees for Union Members)
Flat Fee plans available
Payment Plans Available
If you have been hurt on the job or in an auto accident in Overland Park or the Kansas City area, please also visit our website at:www.kcworkcomplaw.com for more detailed information about these types of cases.    


Outside of Kansas City? You may also call us Toll Free 1-877-595-5146

Practice areas

  1. Workers compensation: 50%

    28 years, 125 cases

  2. Personal injury: 25%

    28 years, 35 cases

  3. Chapter 7 bankruptcy: 5%

    28 years, 15 cases

  4. DUI and DWI: 5%

    28 years, 15 cases

  5. Divorce and separation: 5%

    28 years, 12 cases

  6. Social security: 5%

    28 years, 5 cases

  7. Wrongful death: 5%

Languages spoken

English

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Contact

Trent J. Besse, Attorney at Law

7199 W 98th Terr
Ste 140
Overland Park, KS, 66212

    Resume

    License
    StateStatusAcquiredUpdated
    MOGood Standing, Active199711/11/2021
    KSAuthorized to practice law199410/20/2021
    We have not found any instances of professional misconduct for this lawyer.
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    Awards
    Award nameGrantorDate Granted
    Client Distinction AwardMartindale-Hubbell2013
    BV RatedMartindale-Hubbell2001
    HonoreeGollden Key National Honor Society1990
    work experience
    TitleCompany nameDuration
    Managing PartnerBesse Law Office, P.A.2001 - Present
    Associate AttorneyEnsz and Jester, P.A.2000 - 2001
    AssociatePatton and Chamberlain1998 - 2000
    AssociateRubins, Kase, Cambiano and Bryant1997 - 1998
    AssociateMcPherson Law Office1995 - 1997
    associations
    Association namePosition nameDuration
    Trial Lawyers for Public Justice2001 - Present
    Missouri State Bar Association1997 - Present
    American Association for Justice1997 - Present
    Missouri Association of Trial Attorneys1996 - Present
    Johnson County Bar Association1996 - Present
    Kansas Association for Justice1994 - Present
    Kansas Bar Association1994 - Present
    publications
    Publication nameTitleDate
    Mid American Nazarene University MBA Program SyllabusWorker's Compensation in the Workplace2002
    education
    School nameDegreeGraduated
    University of Kansas School of LawJD - Juris Doctor1994
    University of KanssBA - Bachelor of Arts1991
    speaking engagements
    Conference nameTitleDate
    Mid America Nazarene University MBA ProgramWorker's Compensation in the Workplace2002
    legal cases
    Case nameOutcome
    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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    Efficient, Honest, Thorough

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    Lawyer Michael S. Waddington

    Michael Waddington, Personal injury Attorney on Jun 5, 2014
    Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

    I endorse Trenton. He is a highly skilled attorney that is well respected in the legal community.

    Lawyer Kevin E. Dellett

    Kevin Dellett, Workers compensation Attorney on Sep 27, 2013
    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.

    Lawyer Michael S. Waddington

    Michael Waddington, Personal injury Attorney on Jun 5, 2014
    Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

    I endorse Trenton. He is a highly skilled attorney that is well respected in the legal community.

    Lawyer Kevin E. Dellett

    Kevin Dellett, Workers compensation Attorney on Sep 27, 2013
    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.

    Lawyer Adam David Boklage

    Adam Boklage, Workers compensation Attorney on Nov 26, 2010
    Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

    I endorse this lawyer. Trent is one of the sharpest, most professional, and ethical attorneys I know. I heartily endorse him and have no reservations whatsoever in referring clients.

    Cost

    RATES
    • Hourly Rates $150-$225/hour
    OTHER BILLING TYPES
    • Contingency 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.20%-45%
    PAYMENT METHODS

    Cash, Check, Credit Card