$ 225-300 per hour
About John
Biography
John's current law practice involves the areas of family law, personal injury, medical malpractice, torts, litigation, wills, trusts, labor and employment, among others. He is known for handling complex family law matters involving large assets and has appeared in courts in 98 of Kansas's 105 Counties.
John T. Bird achieved his undergraduate degree and J.D. from Washburn University of Topeka and has served as both Assistant County Attorney and City Attorney in Ellis, Kansas. He served as a member of the Kansas Supreme Court Child Support Guidelines Committee and is the City Attorney for Hays.
John has always been an active leader and participant in community service, politics and citizen action. He served as Chair of his Ellis County (Kansas) Democratic Party and as Chair of the Kansas State Democratic Party when the first woman Governor in Kansas was elected.
John is widowed and has four adult children, and many grandchildren. He works full days and spends most of his time away from work with family. His 118 year old office building, a converted limestone Lutheran church, serves as a gathering place for his clients, fellow attorneys and community leaders. His firm and support staff are involved in many community activities.
Practice Areas
5
Practice Areas
Divorce and Separation
35%
52 years | 1,500 cases
Estate Planning
20%
52 years | 600 cases
Personal Injury
20%
52 years | 600 cases
Government
15%
52 years | 200 cases
Fees and Rates
Cost
Hourly Rates
Payment Methods
- Cash
- Check
- Credit Card
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Licensed in Kansas for 51 years
State: Kansas
Acquired: 1974
No misconduct found
Location
Law Offices of John T. Bird
P. O. Box 727, 200 W. 13th, Hays, KS, 67601
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Posted by anonymous | August 17, 2009 | Divorce & Separation
Mr John T Bird
John Bird has become a valued friend and confidant. No divorce is ever easy, and no matter how big or small the case, John made you feel important, made your concerns and questions seem valid. He took the time to listen and has a very calming influence. And you will find no lawyer more knowledgeab...
John T. Bird's Lawyer Endorsements
"I endorse this lawyer's work. I endorse this lawyer's work. Before I retired, I tried many lawsuits, for and against John, who is a tough street fighter. I would choose John to protect my interests in court when the chips are down and winning is everything."
"I endorse this lawyer's work. John does a great job and is on the cutting edge."
Todd Powell
Personal injury lawyer
Joseph Huerter
Personal injury lawyer
J. Clinkscales
Estate planning lawyer
Experience
Honors
2017
Outstanding Service Award, Kansas Bar Association
2007
John Montgomery Lifetime Achievement Award, Kansas Democratic Party
2007
Lifetime Achievement Award, Ellis County Democratic Party
1969
Sagamore Honorary Society, Washburn University
Work Experience
1975 - Present
Partner, Glassman Bird Powell, L.L.P.
Associations
1974 - Present
Kansas Bar AssociationMember
1974 - Present
American Bar AssociationMember
1974 - Present
American Association for JusticeMember
1974 - Present
Kansas Association for JusticeMember - Eagle
1974 - Present
Ellis County Bar AssociationMember
1992 - 1994
Kansas Judicial Council Family Law Advisory CouncilMember
1991 - 1993
Kansas Democratic PartyState Chairman
1990 - 2013
Kansas Supreme Court Child Support Guidelines CommitteeMember
Sample of Legal Cases
Wasinger v. Roman Catholic Diocese
After the Kansas Appellate Court reversed the case in favor of the Plaintiff, the case settled.
Standish v. Standish
Trial court's findings sustained.
In Re Miller
Trial court's findings sustained.
In Re Marriage of Karst
Petitioner prevailed in setting child support.
In Re Benoit
Petitioner prevailed in setting of child support
Producer's Equipment v. Thomason
Court enforced a lien against a bank mortgagee.
Education
1974
Washburn University School of Law
Juris Doctorate
1970
Washburn University
Bachelor of Arts
Speaking Engagements
2005
Washburn University School of Law/National Institute for Trial Advocacy
Cross-examination training for lawyers in Public Service
2005
Kansas Legal Professionals Legal Seminar
Overview of the Divorce Case for the Paralegal Assistant
2004
Ellis County Bar Association 15th Annual Seminar
Use of Discovery in Family Law Cases
2002
Kansas Trial Lawyers Association Family Law Seminar
Recognizing and Coping with Emotional and Psychological Issues in Divorce
1998
Ellis County Bar Association 9th Annual Seminar
Tax Considerations in divorce
1997
Kansas Bar Association Convention
The initial divorce interivew; Overview of local court rules; Child support calculation
1995
Marital Torts
Asserting marital torts
1993
Southwest Kansas Bar Association Seminar
Child Support Guidleines
Publications
2018
Journal of the Kansas Bar Association
A Bird In The Hand - Mathematics and Divorce - Making Things Add Up
2012
Kansas Supreme Court Child Support Guidelines
Kansas Child Support Guidelines
Languages
English
Spanish
Activity
Legal Answers
Legal Guides