Lance H. Cochran

Lance H. Cochran is an attorney whose practice is at Kennedy Berkley Yarnevich & Williamson, Chtd. focuses on agribusiness, estate planning law, commercial and corporate law, and banking law. His work centers on legal issues that impact farms, agricultural businesses, financial institutions, and closely held companies across Kansas. He represents clients ranging from small family farms to large agricultural organizations. Through careful legal planning and practical advice, he helps businesses operate efficiently, manage risk, and address complex transactions with confidence.

Lance earned his B.A. from the University of Notre Dame and later obtained his J.D. from Washburn University School of Law. His legal education prepared him to work in areas that require strong knowledge of business law, agriculture, and financial regulations. The combination of academic training and legal practice allows him to advise clients on both strategic planning and day-to-day legal matters related to their operations and long-term goals.

Lance represents a wide range of agricultural clients, including farm cooperatives, feedyards, and other farming operations, in his agribusiness practice. He provides legal guidance on corporate governance, finance, real estate transactions, contracts, and business deals. His work often involves helping agricultural organizations structure transactions, manage property matters, and protect business interests while operating in a changing agricultural economy.

Lance H. Cochran also assists individuals and business owners with estate planning and succession planning, with a strong focus on farm planning and trust planning. He helps families and business owners protect their assets and plan for the future of their farms or companies. In addition, he advises banking clients on lending matters, loan documentation, and foreclosure processes. Through these services, he supports financial institutions and borrowers by helping them manage legal requirements and resolve complex financial matters.

Law Office Affiliations

• Attorney, Kennedy Berkley
• Member, Kansas Bar Association
• Member, Nebraska State Bar Association (NSBA)
• Member, Missouri Bar Association
• Past President, Ottawa County Bar Association

Licensed State

• Kansas
• Missouri
• Nebraska

Education

• Washburn University School of Law
  Juris Doctor (JD)
• University of Notre Dame
  Bachelor of Arts (BA)

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