Robert “Jerry” Shivley

Robert “Jerry” Shivley is the founder of Shivley Law Firm, P.A. in Manhattan, Kansas. His practice includes family law and estate planning. He assists clients with divorce, child support, parenting time changes, adoption, and issues arising after a divorce decree. His estate planning work involves arrangements intended to protect family interests and property. He founded the firm to provide individuals and families with practical legal guidance during significant personal and financial decisions.

Jerry earned a degree in Business Administration from Kansas State University before receiving his J.D. from Washburn University School of Law in 2005. During law school, he worked with the Washburn Law School Clinic assisting clients with limited financial resources. His clinical service was recognized with the Raymond Springer Award. His education combines business and legal studies, while his clinic experience provided early exposure to the legal concerns of individuals requiring representation.

Jerry served in the US Air Force and Kansas Air National Guard and later worked for eleven years as an EMT and paramedic. After law school, he became an Assistant Riley County Attorney. He established his law firm in January 2008. His current practice includes family disputes over custody, support, adoption, and post-decree issues. He also helps clients prepare estate plans that address family needs and future arrangements for their property and personal affairs.

Robert “Jerry” Shivley combines prior public service with a practice focused on families and estate planning. His professional history includes military service, emergency medical work, public prosecution, and private legal representation. These roles provide experience responding to people under pressure and addressing complicated decisions. He emphasizes straightforward explanations and dependable communication while helping clients address changing family responsibilities and plan for the interests of loved ones.

Law Office Affiliations

• Attorney, Shivley Law Firm, P.A.
• Member, Kansas Bar Association

Licensed State

• Kansas

Education

• Washburn University School of Law
  Juris Doctor (JD)
• Kansas State University
  Degree in Business Administration

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