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Randy Clinkscales founded Clinkscales Elder Law Practice, P.A. in 1985. He is a 1980 graduate of Washburn Law School and has represented clients at the administrative, county state and federal levels in his 40 years of practice.
Randy was the first area attorney to become a member of the National Academy of Elder Law Attorneys (NAELA). He is also a member of the Kansas Chapter of NAELA, serving as its president for two terms (2009-2011), the Life Care Planning Law Firm Association, and the Elder Law Section of the Kansas Bar Association. In 2004, Clinkscales Elder Law Practice, P.A. began its Elder-Centered Practice, focusing on issues facing our aging population, as well as the caregivers for those who are aging.
Randy has co-authored two books, “What You Really Need to Know for the Second Half of Life” and “Protect Your Family!: Don’t Write a Blank Check to the Nur$ing Home,” available on Amazon and at Barnes & Noble. He also authored a booklet, 'The Consumer's Guide to Medicaid Planning and Division of Assets', distributed widely by healthcare professionals throughout Kansas. Randy authors three different newsletters where he writes about legal issues facing older adults and the benefits available to them.
He presents seminars for continuing education purposes to healthcare professionals, financial professionals, and attorneys throughout the state of Kansas, as well as seminars to the public.
Randy served on Governor Kelly's Alzheimer's Task Force, as the only elder law attorney and was recognized in 2021 as "citizen of the year" by the Chamber of Commerce of Hays, Kansas.
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Acquired: 1980
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1407 Main Street, Suite A, Hays, KS, 67601
3636 N Ridge Rd, Suite 250, Wichita, KS, 67205
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Posted by Betty | September 02, 2023
Helpful
Very helpful staff and they do a great job explaining the whole process and what your options are.
Posted by David | August 25, 2023
Amazing
This firm make you feel like you're apart of their family and they truly care about you and your families future by providing an amazing experience!
Posted by Lannie | August 19, 2023
Highly recommend
Clinkscales has a great team of experts that are eager to help answer questions and they spend a lot of time educating the community
Posted by anonymous | August 16, 2023
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Clinkscales offers lots of educational seminars and webinars to the public to help spread knowledge to the community. They have a dedicated staff and always go out of their way to assist clients and answer questions.
Posted by Jeff | August 08, 2023 | Estate Planning
Informative, Professional, and Compassionate
The Associates at Clinkscales truly care about their clients and their families. They help folks understand the importance of making a plan, and then help guide them through what can be an intimidating process. My interactions with Clinkscales Associates have always been informative, professional, an...
"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."
"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."
"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."
"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."
"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."
"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!"
"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."
"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."
"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."
"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."
"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"
"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!"
"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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Top Lawyers in Kansas, The Legal Network
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Accredidation, Department of Veterans Affairs
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Attorney, Clinkscales Elder Law Practice, P.A.
2016 - Present
Hays PostContributing Author
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Hays Daily NewsContributing Author
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Kansas Senior TimesAuthor
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Life Care Planning Law Firms AssociationBoard of Directors, Chairman of Publications
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Ellis County Bar AssociationMember
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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
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Medicaid Rules
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Elder Law - Pressing issues Facing the Elderly/Chronically Ill Today
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Life Planning and Changes Brought about by the Deficit Reduction Act
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Elder Law Issues
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Medicaid Changes: Planning for Its Impact on Families.
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Understanding the New Medicaid Changes
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Medicaid Changes
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The Changing of Medicaid: It’s Affect On Nursing Homes, Their Residents and Their Families
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Powers of Attorney - Perhaps the Most Important Document
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Wills and Trusts - Are Either Necessary?
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Medicaid -- Understanding and Planning for the Layman
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Living Wills -- Expressing Your Wishes
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Powers of Attorney -- Perhaps the Most Important Document
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Wills and Trusts - Are They Necessary?
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Living Will & Do Not Resuscitate
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Special Needs Trust, Guardianships & Conservatorships
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Essential Documents and Overview of Medicaid Planning
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Difference between Wills & Trusts and The Impact of the Deficit Reduction Act.
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