Daniel Brown Dorsch

Daniel Brown Dorsch

4.9
Rating: 7.5

Licensed for 39 years

Estate planning Lawyer at Overland Park, KS
Practice Areas: Estate Planning, Business

10615 W 148th Street, Overland Park, KS

About Daniel

Biography

Practice Areas

2

Practice Areas

Estate Planning 88%

29 years | 224 cases

88%
Business 12%

39 years | 300 cases

12%

Fees and Rates

Cost

Free Consultation

$0 first 60 minutes


Payment Methods

  • Cash
  • Check

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Licenses

Licensed in Missouri for 38 years

State: Missouri

Acquired: 1987

Good Standing, Active

No misconduct found

Licensed in Kansas for 39 years

State: Kansas

Acquired: 1986

Active

No misconduct found

Location

Law Offices of Daniel Brown Dorsch

10615 W 148th Street, Overland Park, KS, 66221

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Daniel Brown Dorsch's Reviews

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4.9 /5.0

64 Client Reviews

Showing 1 - 5 of 5 reviews | Responsiveness

Posted by anonymous | November 13, 2021 | Hired Attorney

Wish We'd Never Used Him

We were extremely disappointed with Daniel Dorsch. From the very beginning, he was slow to respond and it took several emails to prompt him to send promised drafts, taking almost a year to draft simple documents. He was argumentative about erroneously used terminology, refusing to correct errors in... documents. He made what should have been very simple transactions extremely complicated and we are still awaiting the final product - even after several email requests. Other than our initial Zoom consultation, he was inattentive to requests and failed to follow-through on promised actions. We definitely will not use him again and have already contacted another attorney to correct the documents he prepared for us.

Daniel Dorsch

Replied last November 19, 2021

I am surprised and overwhelmed to see this review. If anything, even remotely close to these assertions was ever brought to my attention, I can assure you immediate corrective action would have been taken. A few things make me question the validity of this posting: 1) Of all the Zoom initiated consultations this past year, they either went with other counsel, or the file was successfully closed; 2) It states it was a “simple transaction”. I do not handle “transaction work;” and 3) Personally, I have NEVER been argumentative with any client or ever refused to correct any error(s). I am here and available to discuss any issues that any of my clients may have encountered. If this is indeed real, I encourage you to please reach out to me anytime to discuss.

Posted by MIke | May 26, 2020 | Hired Attorney

Estate Planning

Received contact back immediately when I emailed him. Conducted a zoom meeting in a few days (due to social distancing) to discuss what I wanted. After the meeting, the documents ere prepared and I was able to execute them in a timely manner. He was very accommodating to my schedule,

Posted by Donald | May 13, 2020 | Hired Attorney | Estate Planning

Estate Documents

Dan created estate documents for us. He listened to our needs and made/provided several recommendations. Additionally, he took the time to make sure our questions were answered. We are happy with Dan's services and will use him for future estate updates.

Posted by anonymous | October 16, 2013 | Estate Planning

Another Positive Review for Dan Dorsch

In 2011, My mom passed away. With a young family of my own, I was able to see first hand, from my parents, the benefit of having one's affairs in order. I took the opportunity that this catalyst provided to give the same security for my family. After a brief internet search and conversations with se...veral local attorneys about my family's specific circumstances, I hired Dan to create a Living Trust, complete with Pour Over Will's and Power's of Attorney, both Financial and Health Care. Throughout the process, Dan continually demonstrated his two greatest assets. Patience and his ability to articulate. If my memory is correct, the entire process took between three to six months. This is no fault of Dan's that it took so long. This was because of me. I was meticulous and deliberate, and asked probably, in excess of, one hundred questions, of varying scenarios, what-ifs, how to's, etc. Dan took the time to answer every question I had as completely and simply, in plain English, as he could. He was also direct in his answers with regards to some of my questions, namely in managing my expectation to want to be able to account for nearly every possible scenario regarding the well being of my family and the handling of my estate. He was also very forthcoming when I would ask for his input on various matters within the planning process, drawing from his experience with previous situations. Whenever I would have another question, Dan's reply was almost always received within a day. When I wanted some time to think and discuss my thoughts with my wife, Dan was able to step back and provide some space, yet also nudge the process along without being pushy. Lastly, my wife and I are very cost conscious and budget oriented. I was able to discuss my concerns about being able to pay for the product I wanted, and found Dan to be very accommodating in setting up a payment plan that was able to meet our needs. When dealing with Dan, I always felt that he was listening specifically to me, and truly wanted to provide a valuable service that my family needed. I was honestly made to feel as if i was his most important client. As unexciting as estate planning can be, I found Dan to be engaging and helpful in making the process as painless as possible. I would have no hesitation in recommending his services to anyone. Furthermore, while this is the only time I have used the services of an attorney, I would trust Dan's recommendation, should I need such help, outside of his area of expertise, in the future.

Posted by Debbie | October 16, 2013 | Estate Planning

Very satistied and incredibly pleased!!!

Daniel Brown Dorsch is an incredible attorney and has a "salt of the earth" personality! He is highly educated and has a kind and dear demeanor which allows him to be a real person along with providing extremely professional service. My partner and I have different needs than a heterosexual couple,... and he is providing us with some excellent ideas of "getting our ducks" in order for the future. Daniel has represented me on several occasions, and the prompt service with which he responded and his ideas and insight have been just exactly what was needed. He is a family man, and has outstanding values which one experiences as they continue to work along side of him. He knows the law, and has always kept me abreast of certain situations that might affect our future. I had the opportunity to look through his Handbook of Estate Planning he uses with his clients, and I was blown away. I have seen and heard of other attorney's handbooks whatever their specialties are, and never seen one as complete and professional as his. He has been a very dear friend since high school, and I am proud to call him my personal and professional friend. Dan is a "Class Act," and I personally like that. Hire Dan, and you will never have to look for any other attorney. I guarantee you will be satisfied!

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Daniel Brown Dorsch's Lawyer Endorsements

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Stanley Bachman

Estate planning lawyer | Mar 05

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Dan is a well qualified, conscientious lawyer who I have the privilege of knowing and working with for some time now. He cares very much about his clients and their representation."

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Richard Morefield

Estate planning lawyer | Mar 01

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I have known Dan Dorsch for over 30 years. He is a bright, conscientious lawyer who truly cares about his clients. I trust Dan enough that I have recommended him as an estate planning attorney to a number of my clients and friends."

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Lee Thompson

Estate planning lawyer | Feb 02

Relationship: Other

"I've been familiar with the Dorsch Law Firm for a long time now through a newsletter I receive from it. Although the firm is not from my state, some information regarding estate planning is universal and I've learned a great deal from the expertise of Daniel Dorsch. If you are in need of the of legal services for estate planning, I highly recommend him to you."

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Benjamin Tschudy

Estate planning lawyer | Oct 03

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer."

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Steven Anderson

Estate planning lawyer | Oct 02

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer. Dan is very dedicated to his profession and works hard to deliver good advice and prepare superior documents. He is very responsive and listens to clients."

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Kyle Krull

Estate planning lawyer | Jun 05

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I know Dan Dorsch professionally and personally. Not only is he an excellent estate planning attorney, but he is a wonderful person and family man. Any prospective client will be well-served by Dan. He has a deep understanding of the law and, more importantly, he knows how to apply the law to unique client circumstances. Without reservation I endorse Dan to anyone seeking expert legal services with a decidedly personal touch."

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Experience

Rating:  7.5 (Very Good)

Honors

1986

First place 1986 legal writing contest, International Assoc. of Insurance Counsel

Work Experience

2001 - Present

Principal Attorney, The Dorsch Law Firm, LLC

1997 - 2001

Of Counsel, Shook Hardy & Bacon, Kansas City, Mo/Overland Park, Ks

1992 - 1997

Assistant General Counsel, Black & Veatch, LLP

Associations

2014 - Present

Kansas City Estate Planning Society

Member

1986 - Present

American Bar Association

Member

Education

1986

The University of Kansas

Juris Doctor

1979

Texas Christian University

BBA - Bachelor of Business Administration

Publications

1986

53 Insurance Counsel Journal 580 “Insurance Defense Costs and the Legal Defense Cost Containment Program: Is the Free Ride Over?”

Languages

English

Activity

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