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Douglas Gene Ott, Education Attorney in Coffeyville, Kansas

Over 38 years of legal practice · focused on Education, Insurance, and Litigation · 3.9/5 rating from 2 verified client reviews

Practicing education in Coffeyville since 1988.

38+
Years practicing
3.9 ★
2 client reviews
2
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Douglas Gene Ott is a member based in Coffeyville, KS. The practice focuses on Education, Insurance, and Litigation. Douglas has over 38 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Hall, Levy, DeVore, Bell, Ott & Kritz Professional Association. Rated 3.9 out of 5 from 2 client reviews.

Based in
Coffeyville, KS
Experience
over 38 years
Known for
Education · Insurance · Litigation
  • Handles Education, Insurance, and Litigation matters from Coffeyville, KS.
  • Over 38 years of practice as a licensed attorney.
  • Recognized with AV Preeminent.

About Douglas Gene Ott: Douglas Gene Ott is a member based in Coffeyville, KS. The practice focuses on Education, Insurance, and Litigation. Douglas has over 38 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Hall, Levy, DeVore, Bell, Ott & Kritz Professional Association. Rated 3.9 out of 5 from 2 client reviews.

Areas of practice

Douglas's practice areas in Coffeyville

Douglas concentrates on education, insurance, litigation, personal injury, and real estate. Each area below outlines the kind of case Douglas handles, typical outcomes to expect, and how the intake process starts.

Education cases in Coffeyville, Kansas

Douglas takes education matters in Coffeyville, 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 Douglas agrees to represent you.

Insurance cases in Coffeyville, Kansas

Douglas takes insurance matters in Coffeyville, 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 Douglas agrees to represent you.

Litigation cases in Coffeyville, Kansas

Douglas takes litigation matters in Coffeyville, 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 Douglas agrees to represent you.

Personal Injury cases in Coffeyville, Kansas

Douglas takes personal injury matters in Coffeyville, 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 Douglas agrees to represent you.

Real Estate cases in Coffeyville, Kansas

Douglas takes real estate matters in Coffeyville, 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 Douglas agrees to represent you.

Biography

Douglas Gene Ott, education attorney serving Coffeyville

Douglas Gene Ott is a member based in Coffeyville, KS. The practice focuses on Education, Insurance, and Litigation. Douglas has over 38 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Hall, Levy, DeVore, Bell, Ott & Kritz Professional Association. Rated 3.9 out of 5 from 2 client reviews. Douglas works from Coffeyville, Kansas and takes on education matters across the region.

Douglas Gene Ott is a lawyer practicing torts, personal injury, insurance law (litigation) and 5 other areas of law. Douglas received a B.S. degree from Kansas State University in 1973, and has been licensed for 38 years. Douglas practices at Hall, Levy, DeVore, Bell, Ott & Kritz Professional Association in Coffeyville, KS.

How Douglas handles education matters

Douglas Gene Ott is a lawyer practicing torts, personal injury, insurance law (litigation) and 5 other areas of law. Douglas received a B.S. degree from Kansas State University in 1973, and has been licensed for 38 years. Douglas practices at Hall, Levy, DeVore, Bell, Ott & Kritz Professional Association in Coffeyville, KS.

The kind of cases Douglas takes

Douglas reviews new inquiries case-by-case for education, insurance, and litigation matters in Coffeyville and the surrounding Kansas area.

Credentials

Credentials — where Douglas studied and practices

  • University of Kansas

    J.D. · 1987

  • Kansas State University

    B.S. · 1973

Jurisdictions

Douglas's state bar admissions

  • Kansas

    1988 · ACTIVE

  • Arizona

    1988 · ACTIVE

Douglas studied at J.D. in University of Kansas and B.S. in Kansas State University.

Law school and academic background

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

Recognition

Douglas's legal honors and published work

Douglas has received 1 formal recognition from bar associations, industry bodies, and peer-review services.

  • AV Preeminent

Legal awards and honors

AV Preeminent.

Affiliations

Douglas's professional memberships and bar associations

  • Montgomery County and Kansas Bar Associations

    membership

Locations

Douglas Gene Ott's office in Coffeyville

Douglas's primary office is at 815 Union, Coffeyville, KS, 67337. In-person meetings are by appointment; a phone intake usually comes first.

Main office

Hall, Levy, DeVore, Bell, Ott & Kritz Professional Association

815 Union

Coffeyville, KS 67337

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Client feedback

Client reviews of Douglas Gene Ott — 3.9/5 rating from 2 verified client reviews

Every review below is from a verified client of Douglas. Reviews cover communication, case outcome, and value — the three signals that matter most when comparing education attorneys in Coffeyville.

3.9

2 client reviews

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Hiring guide

How to hire Douglas Gene Ott — what to expect in your first consultation

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

Consultation formats and pricing

Douglas charges for the initial consult. That fee is credited toward representation if you retain Douglas'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; Douglas will tell you what matters and what doesn't.

Questions to ask a education attorney in Coffeyville, Kansas

A short list to run through before you commit: How many education 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 Douglas

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

Hourly rates, contingency fees, and flat-fee options

Every education 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. Douglas confirms the model in the engagement letter before any work starts.

Payment methods and payment plans

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

Frequently asked

Frequently asked questions about Douglas Gene Ott

  • How much does it cost to hire Douglas for a education case?

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

  • Does Douglas offer a free consultation?

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

  • How long do education cases in Kansas typically take?

    Simple education 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. Douglas gives a realistic estimate for your facts at the consult — vague answers here are a red flag.

  • Can Douglas take my case if I'm outside Coffeyville?

    Douglas 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 — Douglas 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 Douglas?

    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. Douglas will filter what matters — over-preparing at intake is always cheaper than needing a second meeting.

  • Is Douglas accepting new education clients right now?

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

Areas served

Education attorneys serving Coffeyville, Overland Park and Wichita in Kansas

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

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