Dedicated and Experienced Law Firm

• Over 120 Years Serving Kansas
• Wide Range of Practice Areas

• Over 120 Years of Experience
• Wide Range of Practice Areas

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Riling, Burkhead & Nitcher, CHTD
Trusted For Over 120 Years

Riling, Burkhead & Nitcher Chartered has been engaged in the general practice of law for over 120 years representing the working class in the state of Kansas. We are proud of our heritage and the history of representing the working class. The general practice of law has allowed us to help people through the probate process as the gift planning and estate law attorney Lawrence, KS and the surrounding area trusts.  We have represented persons in divorce, criminal and traffic cases. We have helped several generations of people receive compensation for injuries they have suffered.

We are proud to be the Kansas provider law firm for LegalShield, formerly Pre-Paid Legal Services. LegalShield has a goal of providing affordable legal services for the middle class. LegalShield's goal fits well with Riling, Burkhead & Nitcher's history of service to the working class. 

Our office has developed a highly qualified network of referral attorneys throughout the state of Kansas. If you are interested in being a referral attorney, click here.

Our law firm survived over 122 years by staying in touch with the changing times. We have handled auto accidents since the days of the Ford Model T. On this website you will find general information to help you answer some questions that you might have about general legal matters. On specific legal matters you should always contact an attorney for advice. Call (785) 841-4700 for a legal consultation today.
Personal injury

Personal Injury

If you've been involved in an accident where you were injured, trust our legal team to deal with the insurance company to get you the compensation you deserve.
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Peaceful divorce

Divorce and Family Law

When it comes to divorce and family law matters, don't just trust any attorney with your family's future. Trust a team with more than 120 years of legal experience. Call today.
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Wills, Estate and Probate

Whether you need help in creating a will or issuing healthcare directives, you can depend on the best wills, probate, and estate attorney Ottawa, KS and nearby towns have to offer. Call (785) 841-4700 to schedule an appointment.
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Areas of Practice We Focus On

As a locally owned and operated law firm since 1900, Riling Burkhead & Nitcher Chartered can help you with many areas of the law including personal injury, family law, business law and more. For a legal consultation, get in touch with a legal team that has more than 120 years of experience.
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LegalShield

As the Kansas provider law firm of LegalShield since 1994, let us show you how to use LegalShield benefits and find answers to your legal questions.
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