William I. Heydman

William I. Heydman has devoted much of his legal career to helping individuals and families address difficult legal matters with practical guidance and informed representation. With decades of experience in Kansas, he has built a practice centered on family law, handling issues that often have a lasting impact on the lives of parents, children, and families. His approach combines legal knowledge with a clear understanding of the personal concerns that frequently accompany domestic relations cases.

Bill earned a B.A. in History and Economics from Northwestern Oklahoma State University in 1985. He later received a J.D. from the University of Oklahoma College of Law in 1988. Following law school, he began practicing law in Kansas and developed a strong foundation in legal advocacy that has continued throughout his career. He was admitted to the Kansas Bar in 1988 and to the U.S. District Court District of Kansas in the same year.

Bill has represented clients through a wide range of family law matters, including divorce, child custody, child support, paternity cases, and adoption proceedings. His extensive experience in this area has allowed him to guide clients through both contested and uncontested disputes while focusing on practical solutions. In addition to representing families, he has mediated more than 500 child custody cases, giving him valuable insight into resolving conflicts outside of the courtroom when appropriate.

Bill’s professional background includes service as an Associate with Rae E. Batt, Attorney at Law from 1988 to 1990, followed by work as a Sole Practitioner from 1990 to 1995. He later served as a Partner with Hope, Mills, Bolin, Collins, Ramsey & Heydman from 1995 to 2003 and as a Partner with Heydman Kliewer, LLP from 2003 to 2014. He also shared legal knowledge through teaching Business Law at Dodge City Community College from 1991 to 1992 and presenting a Family Law Update for the SW Kansas Bar Association in 2004. His professional accomplishments include receiving the Southwest Kansas Bar Association Civility Award 2001-2002.

Throughout his career, William I. Heydman has remained committed to providing thoughtful legal counsel backed by extensive family law experience. His long-standing service to Kansas clients reflects a dedication to helping individuals navigate challenging legal situations with professionalism, preparation, and steady guidance.

Law Office Affiliations

• Attorney, Heydman Law, LLC
• Member, Kansas Bar Association (1988-2014)
• Member, Southwest Kansas Bar Association (1988-2014)

Licensed State

• Kansas

Education

• University of Oklahoma College of Law
  Juris Doctor (JD)
• Northwestern Oklahoma State University
  Bachelor of Arts (BA)

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