megan bray

Megan Bray

 

Practice Areas

651

Biography

Megan concentrates her practice in comprehensive estate planning, special needs and long-term care planning, and business succession planning for clients throughout Kansas and Missouri. She advises individuals, families, and business owners across a broad range of financial circumstances—from families seeking foundational estate protection to higher-net-worth individuals requiring more advanced wealth preservation, tax mitigation, and succession strategies.

Megan develops comprehensive estate plans designed to protect families and create long-term stability across generations. For families building wealth, her planning addresses incapacity protection, planning for minor children, and the efficient transfer of assets. For clients with more complex estates or closely held business interests, she also designs strategies to address estate and gift tax exposure, coordinate planning across diverse asset holdings, and establish governance and succession structures for family-owned businesses.

In addition, Megan maintains a significant focus on special needs and Medicaid planning. She advises families on integrating public benefits preservation with long-term financial security and coordinated care planning. Her work helps protect eligibility for programs such as Supplemental Security Income and Medicaid while providing supplemental resources that support stability, dignity, and quality of life for individuals with disabilities.

As a parent and as the sibling of a sister with special needs, Megan brings both professional expertise and personal insight to her practice. She understands the legal, financial, and emotional considerations families face when planning for the future. This perspective informs her practical, thoughtful approach to developing plans that protect loved ones, preserve family resources, and provide lasting peace of mind.

Education

Kansas State University (BS in Business Administration – Finance, 2001)

University of Kansas School of Law (JD, Tax Certificate, 2003)

Bar Admissions

Kansas,Missouri,Nebraska

Memberships: Johnson County Bar Association

 

605 W 47th Street, Skelly Building, Suite 350, Kansas City, MO 64112
(816) 753-5400

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Vasiliki (“Vashia”) Dadiotis

 

Practice Areas

651

Biography

Megan concentrates her practice in comprehensive estate planning, special needs and long-term care planning, and business succession planning for clients throughout Kansas and Missouri. She advises individuals, families, and business owners across a broad range of financial circumstances—from families seeking foundational estate protection to higher-net-worth individuals requiring more advanced wealth preservation, tax mitigation, and succession strategies.

Megan develops comprehensive estate plans designed to protect families and create long-term stability across generations. For families building wealth, her planning addresses incapacity protection, planning for minor children, and the efficient transfer of assets. For clients with more complex estates or closely held business interests, she also designs strategies to address estate and gift tax exposure, coordinate planning across diverse asset holdings, and establish governance and succession structures for family-owned businesses.

In addition, Megan maintains a significant focus on special needs and Medicaid planning. She advises families on integrating public benefits preservation with long-term financial security and coordinated care planning. Her work helps protect eligibility for programs such as Supplemental Security Income and Medicaid while providing supplemental resources that support stability, dignity, and quality of life for individuals with disabilities.

As a parent and as the sibling of a sister with special needs, Megan brings both professional expertise and personal insight to her practice. She understands the legal, financial, and emotional considerations families face when planning for the future. This perspective informs her practical, thoughtful approach to developing plans that protect loved ones, preserve family resources, and provide lasting peace of mind.

Education

Kansas State University (BS in Business Administration – Finance, 2001)

University of Kansas School of Law (JD, Tax Certificate, 2003)

Bar Admissions

Kansas,Missouri,Nebraska

Memberships: Johnson County Bar Association

 

605 W 47th Street, Skelly Building, Suite 350, Kansas City, MO 64112
(816) 753-5400

McDowell Rice Smith & Buchanan, P.C. All Rights Reserved

Debbie Moeller, Shareholder and Attorney at McDowell Rice Smith

Debbie Moeller

 

Practice Areas

651

Biography

Megan concentrates her practice in comprehensive estate planning, special needs and long-term care planning, and business succession planning for clients throughout Kansas and Missouri. She advises individuals, families, and business owners across a broad range of financial circumstances—from families seeking foundational estate protection to higher-net-worth individuals requiring more advanced wealth preservation, tax mitigation, and succession strategies.

Megan develops comprehensive estate plans designed to protect families and create long-term stability across generations. For families building wealth, her planning addresses incapacity protection, planning for minor children, and the efficient transfer of assets. For clients with more complex estates or closely held business interests, she also designs strategies to address estate and gift tax exposure, coordinate planning across diverse asset holdings, and establish governance and succession structures for family-owned businesses.

In addition, Megan maintains a significant focus on special needs and Medicaid planning. She advises families on integrating public benefits preservation with long-term financial security and coordinated care planning. Her work helps protect eligibility for programs such as Supplemental Security Income and Medicaid while providing supplemental resources that support stability, dignity, and quality of life for individuals with disabilities.

As a parent and as the sibling of a sister with special needs, Megan brings both professional expertise and personal insight to her practice. She understands the legal, financial, and emotional considerations families face when planning for the future. This perspective informs her practical, thoughtful approach to developing plans that protect loved ones, preserve family resources, and provide lasting peace of mind.

Education

Kansas State University (BS in Business Administration – Finance, 2001)

University of Kansas School of Law (JD, Tax Certificate, 2003)

Bar Admissions

Kansas,Missouri,Nebraska

Memberships: Johnson County Bar Association

 

605 W 47th Street, Skelly Building, Suite 350, Kansas City, MO 64112
(816) 753-5400

McDowell Rice Smith & Buchanan, P.C. All Rights Reserved

Andrew Zarda, Shareholder and Attorney at McDowell Rice

Andrew Zarda

 

Practice Areas

651

Biography

Megan concentrates her practice in comprehensive estate planning, special needs and long-term care planning, and business succession planning for clients throughout Kansas and Missouri. She advises individuals, families, and business owners across a broad range of financial circumstances—from families seeking foundational estate protection to higher-net-worth individuals requiring more advanced wealth preservation, tax mitigation, and succession strategies.

Megan develops comprehensive estate plans designed to protect families and create long-term stability across generations. For families building wealth, her planning addresses incapacity protection, planning for minor children, and the efficient transfer of assets. For clients with more complex estates or closely held business interests, she also designs strategies to address estate and gift tax exposure, coordinate planning across diverse asset holdings, and establish governance and succession structures for family-owned businesses.

In addition, Megan maintains a significant focus on special needs and Medicaid planning. She advises families on integrating public benefits preservation with long-term financial security and coordinated care planning. Her work helps protect eligibility for programs such as Supplemental Security Income and Medicaid while providing supplemental resources that support stability, dignity, and quality of life for individuals with disabilities.

As a parent and as the sibling of a sister with special needs, Megan brings both professional expertise and personal insight to her practice. She understands the legal, financial, and emotional considerations families face when planning for the future. This perspective informs her practical, thoughtful approach to developing plans that protect loved ones, preserve family resources, and provide lasting peace of mind.

Education

Kansas State University (BS in Business Administration – Finance, 2001)

University of Kansas School of Law (JD, Tax Certificate, 2003)

Bar Admissions

Kansas,Missouri,Nebraska

Memberships: Johnson County Bar Association

 

605 W 47th Street, Skelly Building, Suite 350, Kansas City, MO 64112
(816) 753-5400

McDowell Rice Smith & Buchanan, P.C. All Rights Reserved

Arthur K. Shaffer Shareholder and Attorney

Arthur K. Shaffer

 

Practice Areas

651

Biography

Megan concentrates her practice in comprehensive estate planning, special needs and long-term care planning, and business succession planning for clients throughout Kansas and Missouri. She advises individuals, families, and business owners across a broad range of financial circumstances—from families seeking foundational estate protection to higher-net-worth individuals requiring more advanced wealth preservation, tax mitigation, and succession strategies.

Megan develops comprehensive estate plans designed to protect families and create long-term stability across generations. For families building wealth, her planning addresses incapacity protection, planning for minor children, and the efficient transfer of assets. For clients with more complex estates or closely held business interests, she also designs strategies to address estate and gift tax exposure, coordinate planning across diverse asset holdings, and establish governance and succession structures for family-owned businesses.

In addition, Megan maintains a significant focus on special needs and Medicaid planning. She advises families on integrating public benefits preservation with long-term financial security and coordinated care planning. Her work helps protect eligibility for programs such as Supplemental Security Income and Medicaid while providing supplemental resources that support stability, dignity, and quality of life for individuals with disabilities.

As a parent and as the sibling of a sister with special needs, Megan brings both professional expertise and personal insight to her practice. She understands the legal, financial, and emotional considerations families face when planning for the future. This perspective informs her practical, thoughtful approach to developing plans that protect loved ones, preserve family resources, and provide lasting peace of mind.

Education

Kansas State University (BS in Business Administration – Finance, 2001)

University of Kansas School of Law (JD, Tax Certificate, 2003)

Bar Admissions

Kansas,Missouri,Nebraska

Memberships: Johnson County Bar Association

 

605 W 47th Street, Skelly Building, Suite 350, Kansas City, MO 64112
(816) 753-5400

McDowell Rice Smith & Buchanan, P.C. All Rights Reserved

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John Mueller III

 

Practice Areas

651

Biography

Megan concentrates her practice in comprehensive estate planning, special needs and long-term care planning, and business succession planning for clients throughout Kansas and Missouri. She advises individuals, families, and business owners across a broad range of financial circumstances—from families seeking foundational estate protection to higher-net-worth individuals requiring more advanced wealth preservation, tax mitigation, and succession strategies.

Megan develops comprehensive estate plans designed to protect families and create long-term stability across generations. For families building wealth, her planning addresses incapacity protection, planning for minor children, and the efficient transfer of assets. For clients with more complex estates or closely held business interests, she also designs strategies to address estate and gift tax exposure, coordinate planning across diverse asset holdings, and establish governance and succession structures for family-owned businesses.

In addition, Megan maintains a significant focus on special needs and Medicaid planning. She advises families on integrating public benefits preservation with long-term financial security and coordinated care planning. Her work helps protect eligibility for programs such as Supplemental Security Income and Medicaid while providing supplemental resources that support stability, dignity, and quality of life for individuals with disabilities.

As a parent and as the sibling of a sister with special needs, Megan brings both professional expertise and personal insight to her practice. She understands the legal, financial, and emotional considerations families face when planning for the future. This perspective informs her practical, thoughtful approach to developing plans that protect loved ones, preserve family resources, and provide lasting peace of mind.

Education

Kansas State University (BS in Business Administration – Finance, 2001)

University of Kansas School of Law (JD, Tax Certificate, 2003)

Bar Admissions

Kansas,Missouri,Nebraska

Memberships: Johnson County Bar Association

 

605 W 47th Street, Skelly Building, Suite 350, Kansas City, MO 64112
(816) 753-5400

McDowell Rice Smith & Buchanan, P.C. All Rights Reserved

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Ania Wlodek Moncrief

 

Practice Areas

651

Biography

Megan concentrates her practice in comprehensive estate planning, special needs and long-term care planning, and business succession planning for clients throughout Kansas and Missouri. She advises individuals, families, and business owners across a broad range of financial circumstances—from families seeking foundational estate protection to higher-net-worth individuals requiring more advanced wealth preservation, tax mitigation, and succession strategies.

Megan develops comprehensive estate plans designed to protect families and create long-term stability across generations. For families building wealth, her planning addresses incapacity protection, planning for minor children, and the efficient transfer of assets. For clients with more complex estates or closely held business interests, she also designs strategies to address estate and gift tax exposure, coordinate planning across diverse asset holdings, and establish governance and succession structures for family-owned businesses.

In addition, Megan maintains a significant focus on special needs and Medicaid planning. She advises families on integrating public benefits preservation with long-term financial security and coordinated care planning. Her work helps protect eligibility for programs such as Supplemental Security Income and Medicaid while providing supplemental resources that support stability, dignity, and quality of life for individuals with disabilities.

As a parent and as the sibling of a sister with special needs, Megan brings both professional expertise and personal insight to her practice. She understands the legal, financial, and emotional considerations families face when planning for the future. This perspective informs her practical, thoughtful approach to developing plans that protect loved ones, preserve family resources, and provide lasting peace of mind.

Education

Kansas State University (BS in Business Administration – Finance, 2001)

University of Kansas School of Law (JD, Tax Certificate, 2003)

Bar Admissions

Kansas,Missouri,Nebraska

Memberships: Johnson County Bar Association

 

605 W 47th Street, Skelly Building, Suite 350, Kansas City, MO 64112
(816) 753-5400

McDowell Rice Smith & Buchanan, P.C. All Rights Reserved

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Rebecca D. Martin

 

Practice Areas

651

Biography

Megan concentrates her practice in comprehensive estate planning, special needs and long-term care planning, and business succession planning for clients throughout Kansas and Missouri. She advises individuals, families, and business owners across a broad range of financial circumstances—from families seeking foundational estate protection to higher-net-worth individuals requiring more advanced wealth preservation, tax mitigation, and succession strategies.

Megan develops comprehensive estate plans designed to protect families and create long-term stability across generations. For families building wealth, her planning addresses incapacity protection, planning for minor children, and the efficient transfer of assets. For clients with more complex estates or closely held business interests, she also designs strategies to address estate and gift tax exposure, coordinate planning across diverse asset holdings, and establish governance and succession structures for family-owned businesses.

In addition, Megan maintains a significant focus on special needs and Medicaid planning. She advises families on integrating public benefits preservation with long-term financial security and coordinated care planning. Her work helps protect eligibility for programs such as Supplemental Security Income and Medicaid while providing supplemental resources that support stability, dignity, and quality of life for individuals with disabilities.

As a parent and as the sibling of a sister with special needs, Megan brings both professional expertise and personal insight to her practice. She understands the legal, financial, and emotional considerations families face when planning for the future. This perspective informs her practical, thoughtful approach to developing plans that protect loved ones, preserve family resources, and provide lasting peace of mind.

Education

Kansas State University (BS in Business Administration – Finance, 2001)

University of Kansas School of Law (JD, Tax Certificate, 2003)

Bar Admissions

Kansas,Missouri,Nebraska

Memberships: Johnson County Bar Association

 

605 W 47th Street, Skelly Building, Suite 350, Kansas City, MO 64112
(816) 753-5400

McDowell Rice Smith & Buchanan, P.C. All Rights Reserved

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Michael J. Gorman

 

Practice Areas

651

Biography

Megan concentrates her practice in comprehensive estate planning, special needs and long-term care planning, and business succession planning for clients throughout Kansas and Missouri. She advises individuals, families, and business owners across a broad range of financial circumstances—from families seeking foundational estate protection to higher-net-worth individuals requiring more advanced wealth preservation, tax mitigation, and succession strategies.

Megan develops comprehensive estate plans designed to protect families and create long-term stability across generations. For families building wealth, her planning addresses incapacity protection, planning for minor children, and the efficient transfer of assets. For clients with more complex estates or closely held business interests, she also designs strategies to address estate and gift tax exposure, coordinate planning across diverse asset holdings, and establish governance and succession structures for family-owned businesses.

In addition, Megan maintains a significant focus on special needs and Medicaid planning. She advises families on integrating public benefits preservation with long-term financial security and coordinated care planning. Her work helps protect eligibility for programs such as Supplemental Security Income and Medicaid while providing supplemental resources that support stability, dignity, and quality of life for individuals with disabilities.

As a parent and as the sibling of a sister with special needs, Megan brings both professional expertise and personal insight to her practice. She understands the legal, financial, and emotional considerations families face when planning for the future. This perspective informs her practical, thoughtful approach to developing plans that protect loved ones, preserve family resources, and provide lasting peace of mind.

Education

Kansas State University (BS in Business Administration – Finance, 2001)

University of Kansas School of Law (JD, Tax Certificate, 2003)

Bar Admissions

Kansas,Missouri,Nebraska

Memberships: Johnson County Bar Association

 

605 W 47th Street, Skelly Building, Suite 350, Kansas City, MO 64112
(816) 753-5400

McDowell Rice Smith & Buchanan, P.C. All Rights Reserved

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James F.B. Daniels

 

Practice Areas

651

Biography

Megan concentrates her practice in comprehensive estate planning, special needs and long-term care planning, and business succession planning for clients throughout Kansas and Missouri. She advises individuals, families, and business owners across a broad range of financial circumstances—from families seeking foundational estate protection to higher-net-worth individuals requiring more advanced wealth preservation, tax mitigation, and succession strategies.

Megan develops comprehensive estate plans designed to protect families and create long-term stability across generations. For families building wealth, her planning addresses incapacity protection, planning for minor children, and the efficient transfer of assets. For clients with more complex estates or closely held business interests, she also designs strategies to address estate and gift tax exposure, coordinate planning across diverse asset holdings, and establish governance and succession structures for family-owned businesses.

In addition, Megan maintains a significant focus on special needs and Medicaid planning. She advises families on integrating public benefits preservation with long-term financial security and coordinated care planning. Her work helps protect eligibility for programs such as Supplemental Security Income and Medicaid while providing supplemental resources that support stability, dignity, and quality of life for individuals with disabilities.

As a parent and as the sibling of a sister with special needs, Megan brings both professional expertise and personal insight to her practice. She understands the legal, financial, and emotional considerations families face when planning for the future. This perspective informs her practical, thoughtful approach to developing plans that protect loved ones, preserve family resources, and provide lasting peace of mind.

Education

Kansas State University (BS in Business Administration – Finance, 2001)

University of Kansas School of Law (JD, Tax Certificate, 2003)

Bar Admissions

Kansas,Missouri,Nebraska

Memberships: Johnson County Bar Association

 

605 W 47th Street, Skelly Building, Suite 350, Kansas City, MO 64112
(816) 753-5400

McDowell Rice Smith & Buchanan, P.C. All Rights Reserved