Bob Frederick

Bob Frederick is an attorney at Kennedy Berkley in Garden City, Kansas, whose practice focuses on commercial mediation and arbitration. Drawing on more than two decades of judicial service, he assists businesses of different sizes, including agribusiness clients, with resolving disputes outside the courtroom. His approach emphasizes communication, collaboration, efficiency, and practical solutions that allow parties to retain greater control over the resolution process.

Frederick earned a Bachelor of Science in education from the University of Kansas in 1972 and a J.D. from Washburn University of Topeka School of Law in 1975. He was admitted to practice in Kansas and before the United States District Court in 1976. His legal education and extensive courtroom experience enable him to evaluate complex disputes, identify central issues, and guide parties through structured resolution proceedings.

Before joining Kennedy Berkley in 2021, Frederick served more than 20 years on the bench, most recently as Chief Judge of the 25th Judicial District. He also sat by assignment with the Kansas Court of Appeals and participated in a civil case before the Kansas Supreme Court. His broader case experience includes matters in real estate, oil and gas, commercial, corporate, criminal, family law, estate planning, probate, and school law.

Bob Frederick brings a former judge’s perspective to disputes that require careful analysis, balanced judgment, and a clear understanding of courtroom risk. He works to help opposing parties explore mutually acceptable settlements through mediation and provides neutral decision-making when disputes proceed to arbitration. His experience supports Kansas businesses seeking to manage legal challenges efficiently, reduce the expense of prolonged litigation, and pursue durable resolutions.

Law Office Affiliations

• Attorney, Kennedy Berkley Attorneys at Law
• Member, Kansas Bar Association

Licensed State

• Kansas

Education

• Washburn University of Topeka School of Law
  Juris Doctor (JD)
• University of Kansas
  Bachelor of Science (BS)

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