Kennedy Berkley

11/01/2026

On Friday a couple members of the KB Team dressed up as Lance and Jim and even included their beverages of choice! How do you think they did?!🤣

10/31/2026

Happy Halloween from all of us at Kennedy Berkley!

We hope everyone has a safe and happy weekend. Trick or treat!

10/28/2026

In honor of Halloween, we asked the firm what really sends a chill down the spine at Kennedy Berkley.... Here are a few of those answers:

☕ Walking into the break room and finding an empty coffee pot.
🖨️ The printer malfunctioning five minutes before a deadline.
📦 Being an associate and hearing, “I have a box for you to go through.”
💻 Your computer deciding now would be a great time for an update.
📄 Opening a document called “FINAL_v7_REVISED_FINAL.”
🔐 Anytime you have to reset a password.

Forget ghosts - these things are scary!

10/27/2026

We're proud to celebrate Kennedy Berkley Managing Partner Lance Cochran, who was recently named the 2026 Professional Advisor of the Year by the Greater Salina Community Foundation!

For Lance, serving his community has always meant more than the work he does inside the office. From helping establish the Community Housing Development Corporation of Central Kansas to supporting initiatives that strengthen Salina and the surrounding area, his commitment to making a difference has been years in the making.

Congratulations, Lance! We're grateful for your leadership, your dedication to our communities, and the example you continue to set.

Read more about Lance's recognition and the impact behind this award:

Kennedy Berkley attorney Lance Cochran was named Professional Advisor of the Year by the Greater Salina Community Foundation, recognizing his commitment to charitable giving, estate planning, and community development. From helping Kansas families build lasting legacies to a bucket-list adventure in...

10/26/2026

Congratulations to Kennedy Berkley attorney Lance Cochran, who was recently admitted to practice law in Colorado, his fourth state bar admission.

Lance has been practicing law since 1999, with a practice focused heavily on agribusiness, farm and business succession planning, banking, and corporate matters. Over the years, that practice has taken him beyond Kansas, with admissions in:
Kansas — 1999
Missouri — 2007
Nebraska — 2017
Colorado — 2026

As the businesses, farms, ranches and financial institutions we work with continue to grow and operate across state lines, we’re proud to have attorneys who can grow right alongside them.

Congratulations, Lance, on adding another state to the list! 👏

10/23/2026

Important legal question for a Friday:
When does the office thermostat officially switch from air conditioning to heat? 😂

A. September
B. October
C. November
D. Never — someone is always unhappy

We're going with D.

10/21/2026

Meet Rachelle, (pictured on the left) Kennedy Berkley’s Business Manager and the person you call when you don’t know who else to call.

Based in our Salina office, Rachelle helps keep Kennedy Berkley running behind the scenes. HR, finances, payroll, billing, vendor contracts, technology — if it has something to do with the day-to-day operations of the firm, there’s a pretty good chance Rachelle has a hand in it.

Around the office, she’s equal parts organized problem-solver and office mom. She’s usually taking care of an emergency, answering a question, fixing something that needs fixed or making sure the rest of us have what we need to do our jobs.

A few things to know about Rachelle:
☕ Coffee is a necessity.
🐶 She loves her dogs — her fur babies.
💻 She’s in charge of technology, which is particularly impressive considering technology isn't always her best friend. 😂
📞 And when nobody knows who can solve a problem, the answer is usually, “Call Rachelle.”

Kennedy Berkley simply wouldn’t run the same without her. We’re pretty lucky to have Rachelle keeping all of us in line!

10/20/2026

From the Racetrack to the Courtroom: Meet Karter Granzella!

What do dirt track racing, estate planning, and a brand-new marriage have in common? Our newest attorney, Karter Granzella.

A Salina native, proud K-State graduate, lifelong racing enthusiast, and recent newlywed, Karter is beginning an exciting new chapter at Kennedy Berkley.

His journey with our firm started with a simple email in 2023. Today, he's building his legal career with a passion for helping Kansas families and business owners plan for their futures, protect what matters, and navigate life's important decisions.

But there's a lot more to Karter than what you'll find on his attorney bio!

From lessons learned behind the wheel of a race car to his perspective on estate planning for young couples, we're taking you beyond the office in our newest attorney spotlight.

🏁 Get to know Karter, his story, and why he believes there's always something new to learn, whether you're on the racetrack or in the courtroom.

🔗 Read the full story on the Kennedy Berkley blog!

From the racetrack to the courtroom, meet Karter Granzella, Kennedy Berkley’s newest attorney. A Salina native, K-State graduate, newlywed, and lifelong racing enthusiast, Karter is bringing a fresh perspective to estate planning, business law, and serving Kansas families. Get to know the person b...

10/19/2026

There are a lot of great people behind Kennedy Berkley — and our team just keeps growing.

Over the past year, we’ve welcomed some new faces to our offices, and we realized it’s probably time we did a better job introducing you to the people who make KB what it is.

Our team includes attorneys, legal assistants, and professionals across Salina, Hays, Garden City and Dodge City. Outside the office, they’re coaches, farmers and ranchers, parents, volunteers, board members, neighbors, and friends.

Over the next few months, we’ll be introducing you to some of the people behind Kennedy Berkley — both familiar faces and some you may not know quite as well.

And as for 2027… we’ll just say there are even more introductions coming. So, stay tuned because we have a lot to share!

10/16/2026

Great leadership makes a difference, and we're fortunate to have three individuals who lead by example.

This Boss's Day, we're recognizing James Ryan Angell, Lance Cochran, and Klint Spiller for the time, dedication, and leadership they invest in Kennedy Berkley.

From serving our clients and communities to mentoring attorneys and supporting the people who make up our firm, their commitment extends well beyond the day-to-day work.

Thank you, Jim, Lance, and Klint, for the example you set and everything you do to help Kennedy Berkley continue to grow.

Happy Boss's Day!