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Matthew Dylan Mentzer, Business Attorney in Shawnee, Kansas

Over 18 years of legal practice · focused on Business, Education, and Probate

AssociateatChapin Law Firm

Shawnee, KS

Practicing business in Shawnee since 2008.

18+
Years practicing
3
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Matthew Dylan Mentzer is an associate based in Shawnee, KS. The practice focuses on Business, Education, and Probate. Matthew has over 18 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Chapin Law Firm.

Based in
Shawnee, KS
Experience
over 18 years
Known for
Business · Education · Probate
  • Handles Business, Education, and Probate matters from Shawnee, KS.
  • Over 18 years of practice as a licensed attorney.

About Matthew Dylan Mentzer: Matthew Dylan Mentzer is an associate based in Shawnee, KS. The practice focuses on Business, Education, and Probate. Matthew has over 18 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Chapin Law Firm.

Areas of practice

Practice areas handled by Matthew Dylan Mentzer

Matthew concentrates on business, education, probate, tax, and trusts. Each area below outlines the kind of case Matthew handles, typical outcomes to expect, and how the intake process starts.

Business cases in Shawnee, Kansas

Matthew takes business matters in Shawnee, 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 Matthew agrees to represent you.

Education cases in Shawnee, Kansas

Matthew takes education matters in Shawnee, 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 Matthew agrees to represent you.

Probate cases in Shawnee, Kansas

Matthew takes probate matters in Shawnee, 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 Matthew agrees to represent you.

Tax cases in Shawnee, Kansas

Matthew takes tax matters in Shawnee, 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 Matthew agrees to represent you.

Trusts cases in Shawnee, Kansas

Matthew takes trusts matters in Shawnee, 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 Matthew agrees to represent you.

Biography

About Matthew Dylan Mentzer — Over 18 years of Kansas business experience

Matthew Dylan Mentzer is an associate based in Shawnee, KS. The practice focuses on Business, Education, and Probate. Matthew has over 18 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Chapin Law Firm.

Matthew Dylan Mentzer is a lawyer practicing education, taxation, trusts and estates and 3 other areas of law. Matthew received a B.S. degree from Wichita State University in 2004, and has been licensed for 18 years. Matthew practices at Chapin Law Firm in Shawnee, KS.

Matthew's approach to business cases

Matthew Dylan Mentzer is a lawyer practicing education, taxation, trusts and estates and 3 other areas of law. Matthew received a B.S. degree from Wichita State University in 2004, and has been licensed for 18 years. Matthew practices at Chapin Law Firm in Shawnee, KS.

The kind of cases Matthew takes

Matthew reviews new inquiries case-by-case for business, education, and probate matters in Shawnee and the surrounding Kansas area.

Credentials

Matthew Dylan Mentzer's legal education and bar admissions

  • University of Kansas

    J.D. Tax · 2008

  • Wichita State University

    B.S. Business · 2004

Jurisdictions

Matthew's state bar admissions

  • Missouri

    2010 · ACTIVE

  • Kansas

    2008 · ACTIVE

  • U.S. District Court,

    2008 · ACTIVE

Matthew studied at J.D. Tax in University of Kansas and B.S. Business in Wichita State University.

Law school and academic background

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

Affiliations

Matthew's professional memberships and bar associations

  • Wichita (Member, Young Lawyers Association), Kansas (Young Lawyers Section) and American (Young Lawyers Division) Bar Associations

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Locations

Matthew Dylan Mentzer's office in Shawnee

Matthew's primary office is at 11212 Johnson Dr., Shawnee, KS, 66203. In-person meetings are by appointment; a phone intake usually comes first.

Main office

Chapin Law Firm

11212 Johnson Dr.

Shawnee, KS 66203

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Hiring guide

How to hire Matthew Dylan Mentzer — what to expect in your first consultation

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

Consultation formats and pricing

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

Questions to ask a business attorney in Shawnee, Kansas

A short list to run through before you commit: How many business 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 Matthew

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

Hourly rates, contingency fees, and flat-fee options

Every business 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. Matthew confirms the model in the engagement letter before any work starts.

Payment methods and payment plans

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

Frequently asked

Frequently asked questions about Matthew Dylan Mentzer

  • How much does it cost to hire Matthew for a business case?

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

  • Does Matthew offer a free consultation?

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

  • How long do business cases in Kansas typically take?

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

  • Can Matthew take my case if I'm outside Shawnee?

    Matthew 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 — Matthew 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 Matthew?

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

  • Is Matthew accepting new business clients right now?

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

Areas served

Business attorneys serving Shawnee, Overland Park and Wichita in Kansas

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