J. Randall Clinkscales

J. Randall Clinkscales

5.0
Rating: 9.8

Licensed for 45 years

Elder law Lawyer at Hays, KS
Practice Areas: Elder Law, Estate Planning, Trusts

2604 General Hays Road, Suite B, P.O. Box 722, Hays, KS

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Biography

Practice Areas

3

Practice Areas

Elder Law 60%

Elder law, Medicaid planning, Life Care Planning, assisting clients with chronic illness, coordination of public benefits, Veterans assistance. Staff nursing/social worker to work with older and chronically ill clients

45 years | 500 cases

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Licenses

Licensed in Kansas for 45 years

State: Kansas

Acquired: 1980

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Location

Clinkscales Elder Law Practice, P.A.

2604 General Hays Road, Suite B, P.O. Box 722, Hays, KS, 67601

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J. Randall Clinkscales's Reviews

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16 Client Reviews

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Posted by Lisa | February 13, 2025 | Consulted Attorney

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

Informative, Helpful

Went to a seminar last year that was extremely informative. They offered a free consultation where the attorney sat down with our family and discussed all of the essential information, including what would happen if we did nothing. Really intelligent and knowledgeable people.

Posted by Thomas | August 29, 2024 | Consulted Attorney

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

Very Helpful Lawyers

Clinkscales is a great educational resource. They host free seminars and webinars often and are always happy to answer any questions.

Posted by Sharon Basso | March 30, 2024 | Hired Attorney

This review is from a person who hired this attorney.

Setting up a trust

Very satisfied that all the areas we were concerned about are taken care of. All the associates who worked with us were very helpful, answered our questions and got our trust set up for us. I highly recommend their services.

Posted by Sharon | September 5, 2023 | Hired Attorney

This review is from a person who hired this attorney.

Helpful

Such kind people working here that answer all of your questions and respond timely. We couldn't have done it by ourselves withot your office.

Posted by Betty | September 2, 2023 | Consulted Attorney

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

Helpful

Very helpful staff and they do a great job explaining the whole process and what your options are.

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J. Randall Clinkscales's Lawyer Endorsements

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Leroy Peterson

Elder law lawyer | Oct 12

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"I know Randy from national organization of elder law attorneys and have found him to be extremely professional, knowledgable and trustworthy. Randy has provided advice to me on a difficult planning scenario and I highly recommend him as an Elder Law attorney."

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Margaret Phelan

Elder law lawyer | Dec 01

Relationship: Other

"Over the past ten years, I have had the pleasure of meeting with Randy for the three organizations of which we have both been members. Randy has spoken to one of the groups on several occasions. His knowledge and insights are thorough and well thought out. He is well respected and receives my highest endorsement."

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Dennis Toman

Elder law lawyer | Jan 10

Relationship: Other

"I've known Randy through national professional meetings for many years. Every time I talk with Randy, I am impressed by his knowledge in elder law and estate planning. Randy is dedicated to serving his clients, with compassion and understanding. I am very glad to endorse Randy."

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Thorpe Facer

Elder law lawyer | Nov 26

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I have known and worked with Randy for numerous years. He and I belong to several of the same professional groups. We have collaborated on writing two books. I know Randy to have the highest professionalism and knowledge of any elder law or elder care attorney. What's nice about Randy, though, is that he couples that tremendous knowledge and ability with great compassion and caring for his clients."

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Timothy Jarvis

Elder law lawyer | Nov 26

Relationship: Other

"I endorse this lawyer without hesitation. Randy is very skilled at helping his clients navigate the elder care journey. He and his team help families identify the best care options for a loved one, given their specific needs, and helps them determine how to pay for that care without going broke. More importantly, once you meet Randy it becomes obvious how much he genuinely cares for his clients. I have the highest possible regard for Randy."

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Susana Lannik

Elder law lawyer | Nov 21

Relationship: Other

"I endorse this lawyer, without hesitation. I have known Randy for about three years now. He knows his elder law--inside and out, and is very creative in his approach to the subject of elder law. Randy is a communicator with his peers, and I think that his clients benefit from that ability as well!"

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Rudy Beck

Elder law lawyer | Nov 21

Relationship: Other

"Randy is one of the "best of the best." I would recommend him to anyone for estate planning, elder law and life care planning services."

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Julieanne Steinbacher

Elder law lawyer | Nov 20

Relationship: Friend

"Randy is a fantastic attorney who deeply cares about his clients. He also is very knowledgeable and experienced. Any person who uses Randy's firm is in good hands. I highly recommend him."

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William Siebers

Elder law lawyer | Nov 20

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I have known Randy for years. He is highly respected in the Elder Law Bar. He and his Team are on the cutting edge of estate planning techniques to assist seniors and their families. They have great passion for the work they do. I highly recommend Randy and his firm."

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Richard Barron

Elder law lawyer | Jul 06

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I have always found Randy to be both knowledgeable, professional and ethical in the discussions concerning elder care planning. He has always placed his clients best interest first and provided them with outstanding service. I would highly recommend Randy in all of your estate and life care planning needs."

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William Hammond

Elder law lawyer | Jan 18

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer. I have known Randy Clinkscales for years. He has won the admiration and respect of elder law attorneys throughout the State of Kansas. He is the President of the Kansas Chapter of the National Academy of Elder Law Attorneys. This is an honor which shows the respect his fellow attorneys have for him. I have referred clients to Randy in the past and have always had great feedback from those I've referred. Randy is a great lawyer and a wonderful man and I give him my highest endorsement. William G. Hammond"

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Victoria Collier

Elder law lawyer | Dec 29

Relationship: Other

"I endorse this lawyer!! I have known Randy for several years. What sets him apart from others is that he continually stays abreast of new developments in the law. Moreover, he genuinely cares about his clients and the issues they are going through. If I needed a lawyer in KS, I would call Randy!"

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John Bird

Estate planning lawyer | Jun 15

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Randy Clinkscales is very competent, diligent, ethical and empathetic. He always puts his clients' interests first and I have no hesitation in recommending him to my clients who need his expertise."

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Experience

Rating:  9.8 (Superb)

Honors

2017

AV Preeminent Rated, Martindale-Hubbell

2013

Top Lawyers in Kansas, The Legal Network

2010

Accredidation, Department of Veterans Affairs

1987

Outstanding Leadership, Kiwanis Club

Work Experience

1985 - Present

Attorney, Clinkscales Elder Law Practice, P.A.

Associations

2016 - Present

Hays Post

Contributing Author

2015 - Present

Hays Daily News

Contributing Author

2009 - Present

Kansas Senior Times

Author

2007 - Present

Life Care Planning Law Firms Association

Board of Directors, Chairman of Publications

2003 - Present

National Academy of Elder Law Attorneys

Member

1983 - Present

Ellis County Bar Association

Member

1980 - Present

Kansas Bar Association, Elder Law Section

Member

1980 - Present

American Bar Association

Member

2008 - 2010

National Academy of Elder Law Attorneys (Kansas chapter)

President

2008 - 2010

Ellis County Bar Association

President

1986 - 1987

Kiwanis

President

Education

1980

Washburn University School of Law

JD - Juris Doctor

1976

Howard Payne University

Bachelor's Degree

Speaking Engagements

2015

2nd Geriatric Symposium About Elder Law

2014

2012

Hays Medical Center All About Elder Law

2012

2012

1st Annual Geriatric Symposium “About Elder Law”

2011

Medicaid and Long Term Care

Medicaid and Long Term Care

2010

Senior Boomer Expo SWKAAA

Elder Law Issues

2010

Logan County Hospital

How to Get Medicaid Coverage For Your Assisted Living or Nursing Home Care... WITHOUT Selling Your Home or Your Farm or Leaving Your Family Without a Dime

2010

Legal Education Seminar

Medicaid Rules

2010

K-State Research and Extension NW Area Extension Office

Elder Law - Pressing issues Facing the Elderly/Chronically Ill Today

2009

The Last Chance Seminar

DNR, Living Wills, DPOH

2009

The Family & Community Education Group

Estate Planning/The Family Love Letter

2009

Good Samaritan Society

Elder Law Issues

2009

Elder Law Issues

Elder Law Update

2009

DSNWK

Special Needs Trusts

2009

Alzheimer's Support Group

POA and Legal Needs for Caregivers

2008

Hays Recreation Commission

Long Term Care, Medicare and Medicaid.

2008

Hays Recreation Commission

Living Wills -- Expressing Your Wishes

2008

Hays Recreation Commission

Powers of Attorney – Perhaps the Most Important Document

2008

Hays Recreation Commission

Wills and Trusts -- They Are Not Just for Dying!

2007

Sizzlin Summer at Sternberg Museum

Life Planning for Chronic Disease

2007

Satanta District Hospital

Understanding Medicaid

2007

Russell Senior Center

Essential Estate Planning Documents and Changes In Medicaid

2007

Rush County Nursing Home

Essential Estate Planning Documents and Changes in Medicaid

2007

National Healthcare Corporation

Elder Law Care

2007

Jill's Helping Hand

Chronic Care

2007

Hays Recreation Commission

Essential Long Term Care Documents and Overview of Medicaid

2007

Hays Recreation Commission

Medicaid Planning

2007

Golden Ox Pavillion

Medicaid Estate Recovery

2007

Fox Pavillion

Elder Law Care

2007

Area Health Education Center

Updates in Medicaid

2007

Airport Hilton

Life Planning and Changes Brought about by the Deficit Reduction Act

2007

Aging Expo

Estate and Long Term Care Planning

2007

Adams, Brown, Beren & Ball

Long term Planning for You and Your Family

2006

Waddell & Reed

Medicaid and Long Term Care Insurance

2006

Sternberg Museum

Life Planning for Chronic Disease

2006

Sherman County Good Samaritan Center

The Changing of Medicaid - Its Impact on Health Care Professionals

2006

Senior Companion Program

Essential Documents and Baisc Understanding of Medicaid

2006

Senior Center

Elder Law Issues

2006

Satanta District Hospital

The Changing of Medicaid - Its Impact on Health Care Professionals

2006

Northwest Kansas Area Health Education Center

Elder Care Issues- Medicaid Changes, etc.

2006

Mixing Bowl

Medicaid Changes: Planning for Its Impact on Families.

2006

Logan County Manor

Understanding the New Medicaid Changes

2006

Kiwanis

Medicaid Changes

2006

Hays Senior Center

Essential Documents

2006

Hays Senior Center

The Changing of Medicaid: It’s Affect On Nursing Homes, Their Residents and Their Families

2006

Hays Recreation Commission

Powers of Attorney - Perhaps the Most Important Document

2006

Hays Recreation Commission

Wills and Trusts - Are Either Necessary?

2006

Hays Recreation Commission

Medicaid -- Understanding and Planning for the Layman

2006

Hays Recreation Commission

Living Wills -- Expressing Your Wishes

2006

Hays Recreation Commission

Powers of Attorney -- Perhaps the Most Important Document

2006

Hays Recreation Commision

Wills and Trusts - Are They Necessary?

2006

Hays Centennial Towers

Living Will & Do Not Resuscitate

2006

First Presbyterian Church - National Alliance - Mental Illness

Special Needs Trust, Guardianships & Conservatorships

2006

Alzheimer's Support Group

Essential Documents and Overview of Medicaid Planning

2006

Adams, Brown, Beran, and Ball

Difference between Wills & Trusts and The Impact of the Deficit Reduction Act.

Publications

2015

Elder Law Update Living In A Pipe Dream

2015

2015

Elder Law Update The Long Weekend

2015

Elder Law Update Getting Beat Up

2015

Elder Law Update Accepting Help

2015

Elder Law Update It’s About the Family

2015

Elder Law Update Not the Plan

2015

Elder Law Update Waiting Is Not A Good Option

2015

Elder Law Update Are You Ready to Ride?

2014

2014

Elder Law Update The First 40

2014

Elder Law Update The End

2014

Elder Law Update A Tribute to a Client

2014

2014

Elder Law Update Too Old To Hunt

2014

2013

Elder Law Update A Different Angle

2013

2013

Elder Law Update It Was Time

2013

Elder Law Update Enjoy Life to the End

2013

Elder Law Update Shaving at a Different Angle

2013

2013

Elder Law Update Merry Christmas

2012

Elder Law Update The Miracle of Dying

2012

Elder Law Update Too Many Pockets

2012

Elder Law Update Check for Leaks

2011

2011

Elder Law Update Preparing to Live

2011

2011

Protect Your Family!: Don't Write a Blank Check to the Nursing Home End of Life Issues

2010

Elder Law Update Holiday Memories

2010

2010

Elder Law Update It was Time

2010

2010

Elder Law Update The Conversation Starter

2010

Elder Law Update What I Have Learned

2009

Elder Law Update Paying for Assisted Living

2009

Elder Law Update Medicaid: True or False

2009

2009

Elder Law Update Over-medicating Seniors

2008

Elder Law Update File a Tax Return: Get $300

2008

Elder Law Update Retiring from Retirement

2008

Elder Law Update Veteran's Benefits

2008

Elder Law Update Nursing Home Care

2007

Elder Law Update Hope at Christmas

2007

2007

Elder Law Update Medicare Enrollment

2006

Elder Law Update When to Apply for Medicaid

2006

2006

Elder Law Update Free Lunch Scams

2006

Elder Law Update Living With A Plan

2006

Elder Law Update Medicaid Changes

2006

2006

Elder Law Update Hospice - A Benefit to Use

2006

American Institute of Certified Public Accountants Introduction to Medicaid Rules and Planning in Kansas

2005

Elder Law Update Staff Involvement

2005

2005

Elder Law Update Special Moment with a Client

2005

2005

Elder Law Update How Far Do We Go?

2005

2005

2005

Elder Law Update Avoiding Probate

2004

Elder Law Update Take a Moment

Languages

English

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