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Herman Joseph Ray Esry

Parman & Easterday • Overland Park, KS
Estate PlanningPersonal InjuryProbateTaxTax Planning

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Contact

Email
Phone
(913) 562-6940
Address
Overland Park, KS, US

Professional

About

**Herman Joseph Ray Esry** **Location:** Overland Park, KS **Firm:** Parman & Easterday **Practice Areas:** Estate Planning, Personal Injury, Probate, Tax, Tax Planning Herman Joseph Ray Esry is a seasoned attorney based in Overland Park, Kansas, with a robust focus on estate planning, personal injury, probate, tax, and tax planning. With a commitment to providing personalized legal solutions, Joseph has been diligently serving the estate, business, and tax planning needs of clients throughout the Kansas City area for several years. Joseph specializes in crafting comprehensive estate plans that reflect the unique circumstances and desires of each family he serves. He is dedicated to ensuring his clients not only minimize their tax liabilities but also navigate the complexities of probate while preparing for potential future disability or incapacity. His approach emphasizes clarity and understanding, empowering families to make informed decisions for their legacies. In addition to his estate planning expertise, Joseph is passionate about supporting entrepreneurs in establishing, maintaining, and ultimately transferring their businesses. Whether through sale or familial succession, he works closely with business owners to develop strategies that protect their interests and ensure a smooth transition. At Parman & Easterday, Joseph’s extensive knowledge and hands-on approach make him a trusted advisor for clients seeking to secure their financial future and protect their loved ones. His dedication to the legal needs of Kansas City residents has solidified his reputation as a reliable and compassionate attorney. For those seeking expert legal guidance in estate planning, personal injury, probate, and tax matters, Joseph stands ready to help navigate the complexities of the law with professionalism and care.

About Estate Planning Law

Estate planning attorneys help individuals plan for the distribution of their assets and care during incapacity. They create wills, trusts, and other documents to protect families and minimize taxes. Common matters include wills, trusts, powers of attorney, healthcare directives.

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Credentials

Education
2015 University of Missouri (Kansas City, MO) LL.M - Master of Laws 2014 University of Missouri (Kansas City, MO) MBA - Master of Business Administration 2013 University of Missouri - Kansas City School of Law JD - Juris Doctor 2011 Dordt College BS - Bachelor of Science
Languages
English

Recognition & Involvement

Awards
2017 Robert T. Ross Trial Academy Graduate, Kansas City Metropolitan Bar Association 2017 Estate Planning, American Academy of Estate Planning Attorneys
Publications
2013 Appellate Practice Journal Book Review: A Practitioner’s Guide to Appellate Advocacy
Associations
2017 - Present American Academy of Estate Planning Attorneys Member 2012 - Present Kansas City Metropolitan Bar Association Member 2012 - Present Kansas Bar Association Member 2011 - Present Missouri Bar Member 2014 - 2017 Kansas City Bankruptcy Bar Association Member
Speaking
2018 Estate Planning 101 Why your estate plan may fail and what you can do about it 2017 Real Estate Annual Convention The Five Ways to Transfer Assets at Death 2017 2017 Annual Meeting of Insurance Professionals Medicaid Planning for Insurance Professionals 2015 Boarder Show Down – Chapter 13 Edition Offloading Real and Personal Property in Bankruptcy
Updated: Apr 08, 2026