Dan T. Bahensky

Dan T. Bahensky is a partner at Parker, Grossart & Bahensky, L.L.P. in Kearney, NE. His estate planning practice includes wills, trusts, probate, elder law, and planning for estate and gift taxes. He also advises clients on residential and commercial real estate matters and documents affecting property transfers and administration. Bahensky considers the factual details and applicable rules while discussing realistic options and procedural steps with each client.

He earned a J.D. from the University of Nebraska College of Law in 1977 and a B.S. in Business from the University of Nebraska-Lincoln in 1974. The combination of business and legal education supports work involving property ownership, taxes, and the financial implications of estate decisions. Bahensky applies this knowledge when examining documents, preparing legal arguments, and discussing the rules that affect a particular matter.

He has practiced law in Kearney since 1980 and helps families prepare estate documents and address questions arising after a death. His experience includes living wills, powers of attorney, probate administration, and transactions involving real property and estate assets. Such work involves careful consideration of the underlying facts, the governing legal rules, and the choices available as a matter develops.

He has participated in community service organizations in Kearney, including leadership work with the local lake association. His practice emphasizes clear estate instructions, properly prepared legal documents, and attention to the obligations that accompany asset transfers. Dan T. Bahensky approaches legal representation with an emphasis on understanding the client’s circumstances and the practical consequences of each available step.

Law Office Affiliations

• Partner, Parker, Grossart & Bahensky, L.L.P.
• Member, Nebraska State Bar Association
• Past President, Buffalo County Bar Association
• Board Member, Nebraska Community Foundation
• Past President, Kearney Library Board
• Past Chairman, Kearney Area Community Foundation
• Past Board Member, Kearney Area Chamber of Commerce
• Past President, Kearney State College Foundation
• Past President, Nebraska Golf Hall of Fame
• Past Board Member, Nebraska Golf Association
• Past Chairman, University of Nebraska Alumni Association
• Past Chairman, Good Samaritan Hospital
• Past President, Good Samaritan Hospital Foundation
• Past Board Member, University of Nebraska Foundation
• Past President, Citizen Advocacy
• Member, Central Nebraska Goodwill Foundation
• Member, Sertoma
• Member, Sigma Tau Gamma

Licensed State

• Nebraska

Education

• University of Nebraska College of Law
  Juris Doctor (JD)
• University of Nebraska
  Bachelor of Science (BS) in Major: Business

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