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B. Keith Kocher, Bankruptcy Attorney in Topeka, Kansas

Over 44 years of legal practice · focused on Bankruptcy, Business, and Family Law

Practicing bankruptcy in Topeka since 1982.

44+
Years practicing
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B. Keith Kocher is a member based in Topeka, KS. The practice focuses on Bankruptcy, Business, and Family Law. B. has over 44 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Shaw, Hergenreter, Quarnstrom & Kocher, LLP.

Based in
Topeka, KS
Experience
over 44 years
Known for
Bankruptcy · Business · Family Law
  • Handles Bankruptcy, Business, and Family Law matters from Topeka, KS.
  • Over 44 years of practice as a licensed attorney.

About B. Keith Kocher: B. Keith Kocher is a member based in Topeka, KS. The practice focuses on Bankruptcy, Business, and Family Law. B. has over 44 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Shaw, Hergenreter, Quarnstrom & Kocher, LLP.

Areas of practice

Legal matters B. takes on

B. concentrates on bankruptcy, business, family law, and workers comp. Each area below outlines the kind of case B. handles, typical outcomes to expect, and how the intake process starts.

Bankruptcy cases in Topeka, Kansas

B. takes bankruptcy matters in Topeka, Kansas. Typical engagements include intake calls to scope the issue, review of any records or filings you already have, and a written strategy memo before B. agrees to represent you.

Business cases in Topeka, Kansas

B. takes business matters in Topeka, Kansas. Typical engagements include intake calls to scope the issue, review of any records or filings you already have, and a written strategy memo before B. agrees to represent you.

Family Law cases in Topeka, Kansas

B. takes family law matters in Topeka, Kansas. Typical engagements include intake calls to scope the issue, review of any records or filings you already have, and a written strategy memo before B. agrees to represent you.

Workers Comp cases in Topeka, Kansas

B. takes workers comp matters in Topeka, Kansas. Typical engagements include intake calls to scope the issue, review of any records or filings you already have, and a written strategy memo before B. agrees to represent you.

Biography

Meet B. Keith Kocher — bankruptcy lawyer in Topeka

B. Keith Kocher is a member based in Topeka, KS. The practice focuses on Bankruptcy, Business, and Family Law. B. has over 44 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Shaw, Hergenreter, Quarnstrom & Kocher, LLP.

B. Keith Kocher is a lawyer practicing banking law, bankruptcy law, family law and 1 other area of law. B. received a B.S. degree from Wichita State University in 1979, and has been licensed for 44 years. B. practices at Shaw, Hergenreter, Quarnstrom & Kocher, LLP in Topeka, KS.

Working with B. on a bankruptcy matter

B. Keith Kocher is a lawyer practicing banking law, bankruptcy law, family law and 1 other area of law. B. received a B.S. degree from Wichita State University in 1979, and has been licensed for 44 years. B. practices at Shaw, Hergenreter, Quarnstrom & Kocher, LLP in Topeka, KS.

Clients B. works with

B. reviews new inquiries case-by-case for bankruptcy, business, and family law matters in Topeka and the surrounding Kansas area.

Credentials

Education, bar admissions, and languages

  • Washburn University of Topeka

    J.D. · 1982

  • Wichita State University

    B.S. · 1979

Jurisdictions

B.'s state bar admissions

  • U.S. District Court,

    1982 · ACTIVE

  • Kansas

    1982 · ACTIVE

B. studied at J.D. in Washburn University of Topeka and B.S. in Wichita State University.

Law school and academic background

B. completed J.D. in Washburn University of Topeka and B.S. in Wichita State University. Formal legal training is one signal of substantive knowledge — the day-to-day practice B. runs in Kansas is where that training gets applied to real client questions.

Affiliations

B.'s professional memberships and bar associations

  • Topeka (Past President, Topeka, Bankruptcy Council) and (Past Member, Board of Directors, Bankruptcy and Insolvency Section) Kansas Bar Association

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Locations

B. Keith Kocher's office in Topeka

B.'s primary office is at 9021 SW 45th Street, Topeka, KS, 66610-9002. In-person meetings are by appointment; a phone intake usually comes first.

Main office

Shaw, Hergenreter, Quarnstrom & Kocher, LLP

9021 SW 45th Street

Topeka, KS 66610-9002

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Hiring guide

How to hire B. Keith Kocher — what to expect in your first consultation

Working with a new bankruptcy attorney should feel structured. Here's how the first two conversations with B. usually go, from the moment you request a consult to the day representation begins.

Consultation formats and pricing

B. charges for the initial consult. That fee is credited toward representation if you retain B.'s office.

What to bring to your first meeting

Bring any documents you already have — police reports, medical records, filed pleadings, correspondence from an insurer, a copy of the contract at issue. If you're not sure, err on the side of bringing everything; B. will tell you what matters and what doesn't.

Questions to ask a bankruptcy attorney in Topeka, Kansas

A short list to run through before you commit: How many bankruptcy matters have you handled in the last year? What's your fee structure? Who else in the office will work on this? What's your realistic estimate of timeline and range of outcomes? How do I reach you between meetings?

Fees & payment

Fees, payment methods, and consultation options for B.

B. discusses fees during intake so the arrangement fits the matter. Contingency, hourly, and flat-fee options are all common in bankruptcy practice — ask which fits.

Hourly rates, contingency fees, and flat-fee options

Every bankruptcy matter is priced differently. Simple document review might be a flat fee. Injury litigation is often contingency. Complex commercial disputes usually run hourly with a retainer. B. confirms the model in the engagement letter before any work starts.

Payment methods and payment plans

B.'s office accepts standard payment methods. Ask about payment plans if the retainer is a stretch — many bankruptcy practices work with clients on structured schedules.

Frequently asked

Frequently asked questions about B. Keith Kocher

  • How much does it cost to hire B. for a bankruptcy case?

    Cost depends on the type of matter, the fee model (contingency, flat, hourly), and how contested the case becomes. B. walks through the likely range during the consult so there are no surprises.

  • Does B. offer a free consultation?

    B. charges for the initial consult; that fee is credited toward representation if you retain B.'s office. Some bankruptcy attorneys offer free consults — check B.'s current terms during booking.

  • How long do bankruptcy cases in Kansas typically take?

    Simple bankruptcy matters can wrap in a few weeks; disputed cases can run 6–18 months from intake to resolution, longer if the matter goes to trial. B. gives a realistic estimate for your facts at the consult — vague answers here are a red flag.

  • Can B. take my case if I'm outside Topeka?

    B. is licensed in Kansas. Matters governed by Kansas law are the natural fit. Out-of-state matters are handled case-by-case, sometimes with local co-counsel. Ask during intake — B. will tell you if the case is a fit or refer you to someone closer to your court.

  • What should I bring to my first meeting with B.?

    Bring every document that touches the dispute: contracts, correspondence, police or medical reports, filed pleadings, invoices, photographs, insurance letters. Also bring a written timeline of what happened, in your own words. B. will filter what matters — over-preparing at intake is always cheaper than needing a second meeting.

  • Is B. accepting new bankruptcy clients right now?

    B.'s intake status shifts week to week. Submit the form; the office will confirm availability or refer the matter out.

Areas served

Bankruptcy attorneys serving Topeka, Overland Park and Wichita in Kansas

B. handles bankruptcy matters throughout Kansas. Each city below is a direct link into the search page for verified bankruptcy attorneys in that community.

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