Daniel L. Smith, Personal Injury Attorney in Overland Park, Kansas
Over 50 years of legal practice · focused on Personal Injury and Workers Comp · 4.4/5 rating from 1 verified client review
MemberatAnkerholz & Smith
Overland Park, KS
Practicing personal injury in Overland Park since 1976.
- 50+
- Years practicing
- 4.4 ★
- 1 client review
- 3
- Bar admissions
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Daniel L. Smith is a member based in Overland Park, KS. The practice focuses on Personal Injury and Workers Comp. Daniel has over 50 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Ankerholz & Smith. Rated 4.4 out of 5 from 1 client review.
- Based in
- Overland Park, KS
- Experience
- over 50 years
- Known for
- Personal Injury · Workers Comp
- Handles Personal Injury and Workers Comp matters from Overland Park, KS.
- Over 50 years of practice as a licensed attorney.
- Recognized with BV Distinguished.
About Daniel L. Smith: Daniel L. Smith is a member based in Overland Park, KS. The practice focuses on Personal Injury and Workers Comp. Daniel has over 50 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Ankerholz & Smith. Rated 4.4 out of 5 from 1 client review.
Areas of practice
Practice areas handled by Daniel L. Smith
Daniel concentrates on personal injury and workers comp. Each area below outlines the kind of case Daniel handles, typical outcomes to expect, and how the intake process starts.
Personal Injury cases in Overland Park, Kansas
Daniel takes personal injury matters in Overland Park, 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 Daniel agrees to represent you.
Workers Comp cases in Overland Park, Kansas
Daniel takes workers comp matters in Overland Park, 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 Daniel agrees to represent you.
Biography
About Daniel L. Smith — Over 50 years of Kansas personal injury experience
Daniel L. Smith is a member based in Overland Park, KS. The practice focuses on Personal Injury and Workers Comp. Daniel has over 50 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Ankerholz & Smith. Rated 4.4 out of 5 from 1 client review.
Mr. Daniel L. Smith is a lawyer practicing personal injury, workers compensation. Daniel L. received a B.A. degree from University of Kansas in 1973, and has been licensed for 50 years. Daniel L. practices at Ankerholz & Smith in Overland Park, KS.
Daniel's approach to personal injury cases
Mr. Daniel L. Smith is a lawyer practicing personal injury, workers compensation. Daniel L. received a B.A. degree from University of Kansas in 1973, and has been licensed for 50 years. Daniel L. practices at Ankerholz & Smith in Overland Park, KS.
The kind of cases Daniel takes
Daniel reviews new inquiries case-by-case for personal injury and workers comp matters in Overland Park and the surrounding Kansas area.
Credentials
Daniel L. Smith's legal education and bar admissions
Duke University School of Law
J.D. · 1976
University of Kansas
B.A. Political · 1973
Jurisdictions
Daniel's state bar admissions
U.S. Court of Appeal
1977 · ACTIVE
Kansas
1976 · ACTIVE
U.S. District Court,
1976 · ACTIVE
Daniel studied at J.D. in Duke University School of Law and B.A. Political in University of Kansas.
Law school and academic background
Daniel completed J.D. in Duke University School of Law and B.A. Political in University of Kansas. Formal legal training is one signal of substantive knowledge — the day-to-day practice Daniel runs in Kansas is where that training gets applied to real client questions.
Recognition
Awards, publications, and recognition of Daniel L. Smith
Daniel has received 1 formal recognition from bar associations, industry bodies, and peer-review services.
BV Distinguished
Legal awards and honors
BV Distinguished.
Locations
Daniel L. Smith's office in Overland Park
Daniel's primary office is at 6900 College Blvd., Ste. 510, Overland Park, KS, 66211. In-person meetings are by appointment; a phone intake usually comes first.
Client feedback
Client reviews of Daniel L. Smith — 4.4/5 rating from 1 verified client review
Every review below is from a verified client of Daniel. Reviews cover communication, case outcome, and value — the three signals that matter most when comparing personal injury attorneys in Overland Park.
4.4
1 client review
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How to hire Daniel L. Smith — what to expect in your first consultation
Working with a new personal injury attorney should feel structured. Here's how the first two conversations with Daniel usually go, from the moment you request a consult to the day representation begins.
Consultation formats and pricing
Daniel charges for the initial consult. That fee is credited toward representation if you retain Daniel'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; Daniel will tell you what matters and what doesn't.
Questions to ask a personal injury attorney in Overland Park, Kansas
A short list to run through before you commit: How many personal injury 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 Daniel
Daniel discusses fees during intake so the arrangement fits the matter. Contingency, hourly, and flat-fee options are all common in personal injury practice — ask which fits.
Hourly rates, contingency fees, and flat-fee options
Every personal injury 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. Daniel confirms the model in the engagement letter before any work starts.
Payment methods and payment plans
Daniel's office accepts standard payment methods. Ask about payment plans if the retainer is a stretch — many personal injury practices work with clients on structured schedules.
Frequently asked
Frequently asked questions about Daniel L. Smith
How much does it cost to hire Daniel for a personal injury case?
Cost depends on the type of matter, the fee model (contingency, flat, hourly), and how contested the case becomes. Daniel walks through the likely range during the consult so there are no surprises.
Does Daniel offer a free consultation?
Daniel charges for the initial consult; that fee is credited toward representation if you retain Daniel's office. Some personal injury attorneys offer free consults — check Daniel's current terms during booking.
How long do personal injury cases in Kansas typically take?
Simple personal injury 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. Daniel gives a realistic estimate for your facts at the consult — vague answers here are a red flag.
Can Daniel take my case if I'm outside Overland Park?
Daniel 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 — Daniel 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 Daniel?
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. Daniel will filter what matters — over-preparing at intake is always cheaper than needing a second meeting.
Is Daniel accepting new personal injury clients right now?
Daniel's intake status shifts week to week. Submit the form; the office will confirm availability or refer the matter out.
Areas served
Personal Injury attorneys serving Overland Park, Wichita and Topeka in Kansas
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