Blake A. Bittel

Blake A. Bittel is an attorney at Kennedy Berkley Yarnevich & Williamson, Chtd. who focuses on family law, civil litigation, trust and estate litigation, and mediation. He works with individuals, families, and businesses facing complex legal issues. His practice often involves divorce, child custody, property division, and estate or business disputes. Blake is known for guiding clients through challenging legal matters with careful attention to detail. He advocates strongly for clients in court while also helping them find practical solutions that protect their interests and future.

Blake earned his B.A. in Pre-Law from Fort Hays State University. He later received his J.D., with honors, from Oklahoma City University School of Law in 1997. His education provided a strong legal foundation that supports his work in both litigation and mediation. The combination of academic training and professional experience enables him to approach legal issues with a clear understanding of the law and his clients’ needs.

Blake has represented both individuals and businesses in a wide range of legal disputes throughout his legal career. His experience includes complex civil litigation, business disputes, personal injury claims, and trust and estate matters. In family law, he assists clients with divorce, child custody arrangements, child support, and paternity cases. He also handles matters involving the division of assets such as land, businesses, farming operations, and financial investments, helping clients protect what matters most.

Blake A. Bittel also served as a District Judge for the 23rd Judicial District of Kansas after being appointed by the governor in 2016. In that role, he presided over a wide range of cases, including medical and personal injury claims, domestic disputes, probate matters, and criminal cases. His judicial experience provides valuable insight into how courts evaluate cases. Today, he uses that knowledge to guide clients through litigation and mediation, helping them resolve disputes efficiently while pursuing fair outcomes.

Law Office Affiliations

• Attorney, Kennedy Berkley
• Member, Kansas Bar Association
• Member, Oklahoma Bar Association

Licensed State

• Kansas
• Oklahoma

Education

• Oklahoma City University School of Law
  Juris Doctor (JD)
• Fort Hays State University
  Bachelor of Arts (BA)

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