George Yarnevich

George Yarnevich is a shareholder attorney at Kennedy Berkley in Salina, Kansas. His practice emphasizes estate planning, probate, and business law for individuals and businesses. George has represented thousands of clients over a long legal career. His work addresses the legal concerns connected to estates, trusts, and business interests, serving people and organizations in Salina and other Kansas communities.

George earned his BA in political science from the University of Kansas in 1968. He went on to complete both his MBA and JD at the University of Kansas in 1972. He was admitted to the Kansas Bar that year and is also admitted before the U.S. Tax Court and the U.S. Court of Appeals, Tenth Circuit. His education combines legal and business studies.

George’s experience spans estate planning, probate proceedings, and business law. These areas connect decisions made during a client’s lifetime with the legal work required to address an estate after death. His representation includes individuals seeking guidance on trusts and estates as well as businesses with legal needs. His decades of practice provide a continuing professional background for handling these related personal and commercial matters.

George Yarnevich has held leadership roles in numerous Salina organizations. He has served as president of the Salina Regional Health Foundation, the Salina YMCA, United Way of Salina, the Salina Presbyterian Manor Foundation, and Sunflower Adult Care Center. His board service has also included charitable foundations, a hospital, and educational organizations. He combines extensive estate and business experience with a record of involvement in the community where he practices.

Law Office Affiliations

• Shareholder, Kennedy Berkley Attorneys at Law
• Member, Kansas Bar Association
• President, Salina Regional Health Foundation
• President, Salina YMCA
• President, United Way of Salina
• President, Salina Presbyterian Manor Foundation
• President, Salina Country Club
• President, Sunflower Adult Care Center
• Board Member, Saint John’s Hospital
• Board Member, Saint Mary’s School Board
• Board Member, Smoot Charitable Foundation
• Board Member, Verla Jocelyn Charitable Foundation
• Board Member, Salina Family YMCA Foundation

Licensed State

• Kansas

Education

• University of Kansas
  Juris Doctor (JD)
• University of Kansas
  Master of Business Administration (MBA)
• University of Kansas
  Bachelor of Arts (BA) in Political Science

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