Kelli Jo Stevens, Appellate Attorney in Topeka, Kansas
Over 33 years of legal practice · focused on Appellate, Business, and General · 5.0/5 rating from 1 verified client review
MemberatKelli J. Benintendi
Topeka, KS
Practicing appellate in Topeka since 1993.
- 33+
- Years practicing
- 5.0 ★
- 1 client review
- 2
- Bar admissions
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Kelli Jo Stevens is a member based in Topeka, KS. The practice focuses on Appellate, Business, and General. Kelli has over 33 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Kelli J. Benintendi. Rated 5.0 out of 5 from 1 client review.
- Based in
- Topeka, KS
- Experience
- over 33 years
- Known for
- Appellate · Business · General
- Handles Appellate, Business, and General matters from Topeka, KS.
- Over 33 years of practice as a licensed attorney.
- Recognized with Peer Reviewed.
About Kelli Jo Stevens: Kelli Jo Stevens is a member based in Topeka, KS. The practice focuses on Appellate, Business, and General. Kelli has over 33 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Kelli J. Benintendi. Rated 5.0 out of 5 from 1 client review.
Areas of practice
Kelli's practice areas in Topeka
Kelli concentrates on appellate, business, general, government, and health care. Each area below outlines the kind of case Kelli handles, typical outcomes to expect, and how the intake process starts.
Appellate
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Appellate cases in Topeka, Kansas
Kelli takes appellate 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 Kelli agrees to represent you.
Business cases in Topeka, Kansas
Kelli 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 Kelli agrees to represent you.
General cases in Topeka, Kansas
Kelli takes general 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 Kelli agrees to represent you.
Government cases in Topeka, Kansas
Kelli takes government 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 Kelli agrees to represent you.
Health Care cases in Topeka, Kansas
Kelli takes health care 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 Kelli agrees to represent you.
Biography
Kelli Jo Stevens, appellate attorney serving Topeka
Kelli Jo Stevens is a member based in Topeka, KS. The practice focuses on Appellate, Business, and General. Kelli has over 33 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Kelli J. Benintendi. Rated 5.0 out of 5 from 1 client review. Kelli works from Topeka, Kansas and takes on appellate matters across the region.
Kelli Jo Stevens is a lawyer practicing appellate practice, government law, health & hospital law and 7 other areas of law. Kelli received a B.S. degree from University of Kansas in 1990, and has been licensed for 33 years. Kelli practices at Kelli J. Benintendi in Topeka, KS.
Kelli's approach to appellate cases
Kelli Jo Stevens is a lawyer practicing appellate practice, government law, health & hospital law and 7 other areas of law. Kelli received a B.S. degree from University of Kansas in 1990, and has been licensed for 33 years. Kelli practices at Kelli J. Benintendi in Topeka, KS.
The kind of cases Kelli takes
Kelli reviews new inquiries case-by-case for appellate, business, and general matters in Topeka and the surrounding Kansas area.
Credentials
Credentials — where Kelli studied and practices
Washburn University
J.D. · 1993
University of Kansas
B.S. · 1990
Jurisdictions
Kelli's state bar admissions
Missouri
2019 · ACTIVE
Kansas
1993 · ACTIVE
Kelli studied at J.D. in Washburn University and B.S. in University of Kansas.
Law school and academic background
Kelli completed J.D. in Washburn University and B.S. in University of Kansas. Formal legal training is one signal of substantive knowledge — the day-to-day practice Kelli runs in Kansas is where that training gets applied to real client questions.
Recognition
Kelli's legal honors and published work
Kelli has received 1 formal recognition from bar associations, industry bodies, and peer-review services.
Peer Reviewed
Legal awards and honors
Peer Reviewed.
Locations
Kelli Jo Stevens's office in Topeka
Kelli's primary office is at 235 S. Topeka Blvd., Topeka, KS, 66603. In-person meetings are by appointment; a phone intake usually comes first.
Client feedback
Client reviews of Kelli Jo Stevens — 5.0/5 rating from 1 verified client review
Every review below is from a verified client of Kelli. Reviews cover communication, case outcome, and value — the three signals that matter most when comparing appellate attorneys in Topeka.
5.0
1 client review
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How to hire Kelli Jo Stevens — what to expect in your first consultation
Working with a new appellate attorney should feel structured. Here's how the first two conversations with Kelli usually go, from the moment you request a consult to the day representation begins.
Consultation formats and pricing
Kelli charges for the initial consult. That fee is credited toward representation if you retain Kelli'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; Kelli will tell you what matters and what doesn't.
Questions to ask a appellate attorney in Topeka, Kansas
A short list to run through before you commit: How many appellate 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 Kelli
Kelli discusses fees during intake so the arrangement fits the matter. Contingency, hourly, and flat-fee options are all common in appellate practice — ask which fits.
Hourly rates, contingency fees, and flat-fee options
Every appellate 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. Kelli confirms the model in the engagement letter before any work starts.
Payment methods and payment plans
Kelli's office accepts standard payment methods. Ask about payment plans if the retainer is a stretch — many appellate practices work with clients on structured schedules.
Frequently asked
Frequently asked questions about Kelli Jo Stevens
How much does it cost to hire Kelli for a appellate case?
Cost depends on the type of matter, the fee model (contingency, flat, hourly), and how contested the case becomes. Kelli walks through the likely range during the consult so there are no surprises.
Does Kelli offer a free consultation?
Kelli charges for the initial consult; that fee is credited toward representation if you retain Kelli's office. Some appellate attorneys offer free consults — check Kelli's current terms during booking.
How long do appellate cases in Kansas typically take?
Simple appellate 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. Kelli gives a realistic estimate for your facts at the consult — vague answers here are a red flag.
Can Kelli take my case if I'm outside Topeka?
Kelli 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 — Kelli 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 Kelli?
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. Kelli will filter what matters — over-preparing at intake is always cheaper than needing a second meeting.
Is Kelli accepting new appellate clients right now?
Kelli's intake status shifts week to week. Submit the form; the office will confirm availability or refer the matter out.
Areas served
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Kelli handles appellate matters throughout Kansas. Each city below is a direct link into the search page for verified appellate attorneys in that community.
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