Harold F. Schorn, II

Harold F. Schorn, II is an attorney at Pankratz & Hodge, P.A. in Newton, Kansas, where he maintains a general law practice shaped by more than forty years of experience. He focuses on estate planning, wills and trusts, probate administration, guardianships and conservatorships, nonprofit and charitable organizations, and debt collection matters. His work helps individuals, families, and organizations address important legal responsibilities with practical and informed guidance.

Harold earned his J.D. from Washburn University School of Law in 1983. He received a B.A. in mathematics and philosophy from Benedictine College in 1980. This combination of legal training, analytical study, and broad academic preparation supports his ability to evaluate detailed financial, organizational, and family concerns. His education provides a strong foundation for developing estate plans, guiding fiduciaries, and resolving legal issues that require careful reasoning and sound judgment.

Harold served as Deputy District Court Trustee for the Ninth Judicial District from 2002 to 2013 and then as District Court Trustee from 2013 through January 31, 2025. In those roles, he worked with child support enforcement matters and gained substantial experience with court procedures and family-related financial obligations. His broader practice also includes advising clients on probate, trust administration, protective proceedings, charitable organizations, and collection issues.

Harold F. Schorn, II has been a member of the Kansas Bar Association and Harvey County Bar Association since 1983, serving as president of the county bar in 2004. His civic leadership includes service with the Kansas Human Rights Commission and numerous Newton-area nonprofit organizations, foundations, and public boards. Through his legal practice and community involvement, Harold brings long-standing local knowledge, steady judgment, and a practical approach to helping clients manage significant legal matters.

Law Office Affiliations

• Attorney, Pankratz & Hodge, P.A.
• Member, Kansas Bar Association
• President, Harvey County Bar Association (2004)

Licensed State

• Kansas

Education

• Washburn University School of Law
  Juris Doctor (JD)
• Benedictine College
  BA in Mathematics & Philosophy

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