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About Joseph
Biography
Joe is a trial lawyer. He brings his litigation skills to a variety of matters. Joe handles major felony cases, including numerous homicides, drug cases and sex offenses, as well as DUI, property and traffic crimes. Joe has taught continuing legal education on the art and science of voir dire (jury selection) for the Kansas Trial Lawyers Association, the Kansas Bar Association and other attorney groups. Joe graduated from Benedictine College and Washburn Law in 5 1/2 years at just 23 years of age. He is a partner in the Law Firm of Tenopir & Huerter. Joe served 2 terms on the Topeka City Council. He has been a member of the Board of Governors of the Kansas Trial Lawyers Association for many years and has held several offices in that orgainzation. Joe is recently completed serving his 2nd term as Chair of the Legacy of Justice Foundation. Joe is also licensed in the Kickapoo and the Prairie Band Pottawatomie tribal courts. Since 2011, Joe has been recognized with an AV Preeminent Rating from Martindale-Hubbell indicating that his peers have ranked him at the highest level of professional excellence for both ethical standards and legal ability.
Problem Solvers, Advocate… Negotiator… Litigator. Each is a term that can be used to describe a lawyer and each is another way of saying problem solver.
Practice Areas
5
Practice Areas
Child Custody
20%
41 years
Criminal Defense
20%
41 years
DUI and DWI
20%
41 years
Divorce and Separation
20%
41 years
Fees and Rates
Awards
2017 2016
Licenses
Licensed in Kansas for 41 years
State: Kansas
Acquired: 1984
No misconduct found
Location
Law Offices of Joseph P. Huerter
1610 SW Topeka Blvd, Topeka, KS, 66612-1840
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Joseph P. Huerter's Reviews
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Posted by Brian | April 21, 2020 | Hired Attorney | Wills & Living Wills
Very professional and knowledgeable
Joe has helped my family for many years definitely would recommend. Great lawyer currently helping with a will and estate for my mother.
Posted by anonymous | April 20, 2020 | Hired Attorney | Divorce & Separation
Divorce Lawyer
I contacted Mr. Huerter about filing for a divorce. After speaking with him the first time, Mr. Huerter answered my questions and listened to my concerns. I hired him to represent me. He gave me his business card and all the necessary documents to complete for my divorce. He worked cooperatively wit...
Posted by Linda | July 29, 2016 | Hired Attorney | Adoption
adoption
Has seen us through 2 adoptions and did an excellent job.
Joseph P. Huerter's Lawyer Endorsements
"I endorse Mr. Huerter as an exceptional trial lawyer."
"Mr. Huerter has distinguished himself in both the courtroom and the legal community. And - he has consistently provided his clients with outstanding results. I endorse this lawyer. WM"
"I endorse this lawyer. Honest."
"You will not find a lawyer that cares more about your case than Joe. He will go the extra mile for you and treat you like real people."
"I endorse this lawyer. Joe Huerter is a well respected member of the bar and the community. He represents his clients with passion, courage and common sense. The Judges that he appears before hold him in high esteem for his ethics and legal ability."
"I endorse this lawyer. He is great in every area of the law in which he practices!"
"Provides excellent client advice. Represents his clients with conviction. Excellent lawyer."
"I endorse this lawyer. I know Joe personally. He is highly skilled."
"I first worked for Joe in 1994 as a law clerk. His work ethic and style is something I am proud to have adopt in my own practice for the past 18 years."
"I endorse this lawyer. I have known Joe since he began practice. Working with him is a pleasure. He is a credit to the profession"
"Joe has worked for years to protect the rights of people living in Topeka and the State of Kansas. I am proud that me and my firm work closely with Joe on a number of matters, and I look forward to continuing to work with him in the future."
"I endorse this lawyer."
"I send clients to Joe Huerter and he always represents them the way I would if I were able to serve them. He is extremely skilled and has great empathy for his clients and works on their cases through conclusion, with great success. I recommend him highly."
"I endorse this lawyer for both his exceptional way with clients and unparalleled depth of knowledge of the local courts and the law. He is an excellent attorney."
"I endorse this lawyer."
"I endorse this lawyer. I have known Joe to be an aggressive, knowledgeable and honorable lawyer. I would highly recommend him."
"I endorse this lawyer."
"Joe is a great attorney who is kind, compassionate and caring about his clients. He is the real deal. I highly recommend him as an attorney."
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Experience
Honors
2026
2026 AV Preeminent Attorney, Martindale-Hubbell®
2026
2026 Distinguished Attorney, Martindale-Hubbell
2025
Top 3 Best Rated DWI & DUI Lawyers 2025, Three Best Rated
2025
AV Preeminent 2025 Lawyers.com, Martindale-Hubbell
2025
America's Most Honored Lawyers 2025 - Top 1%, Americas Most Honored
2017
AV Preeminent Rated, Martindale-Hubbell
2016
AV Preeminent Rated, Martindale-Hubbell
Work Experience
1984 - Present
Partner, The Law Firm of Tenopir & Huerter
Associations
2014 - Present
Legacy of Justice FoundationChair
2012 - Present
Kansas Association for JusticeExecutive Committee
2011 - Present
Legacy of Justice FoundationBoard Member
2001 - Present
Kansas Association for JusticeBoard of Governors
American Association for Justice
2012 - 2013
Legacy of Justice FoundationTreasurer
2010 - 2012
Kansas Association for JusticeFamily Law Section Chair
Education
1983
Washburn University School of Law
JD - Juris Doctor
1981
Benedictine College
BA - Bachelor of Arts
Speaking Engagements
N/A
KBA Annal Meeting
Win Your Case in Voir Dire
N/A
CLE
iT'S ONLY JUVENILE COURT, HOW HARD CAN IT BE?
N/A
CLE
Win Your Case in Voir Dire
Languages
English
Activity
Legal Answers
Top Contributor
Joseph earned significant contribution points in 2017.
Legal Answers
Q&A
Should I even respond to dcf over false claims?
31 May 2019
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Will it go on my record?
23 May 2019
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Can you receive a MIP three days after the incident?
30 Mar 2019