About John C.
John C. Kennyhertz built a foundation in business before he turned to law. He earned a B.S. in Business Administration from the University of Kansas in 2001 and completed his J.D. at Washburn University School of Law in 2005. The combination of business training and legal education has informed the practical way he approaches matters throughout his career.
He is licensed to practice in both Kansas and Missouri. Those dual admissions have allowed him to handle matters that cross state lines and to advise clients with operations in the two states. His practice has developed amid the legal communities of the Midwest, where state rules and regional business concerns often intersect.
Kennyhertz co-founded Kennyhertz Perry, LLC in 2011 and serves as a partner at the firm. He helped establish the firm’s structure and its early client base, and he has taken a central role in day-to-day operations since then. In that capacity he manages cases, works directly with clients, and participates in strategic decisions about the firm’s direction. Colleagues describe him as pragmatic and direct in the way he evaluates legal problems.
His background in business carries through to his legal work. He approaches client problems with attention to practical outcomes and the economic implications of legal choices. That outlook shapes how he advises clients, how he frames arguments, and how he prepares for negotiations or hearings. It also informs how he mentors junior lawyers at the firm, encouraging methods that balance legal theory with real-world constraints.
Over the years he has worked on matters that reflect the needs of clients in Kansas and Missouri. He adapts to shifting priorities and changing legal landscapes by emphasizing clear communication and careful case management. He also places importance on local rules and procedural practice, knowing that success often turns on attention to detail as much as on substantive argument.
Outside the office his professional ties are rooted in the region he serves. He maintains connections within the legal community and has been active in membership roles over time. He has stayed in practice through changes in law and economy, keeping the firm responsive to client needs.
He currently practices at Kennyhertz Perry, LLC, handling matters for clients across Kansas and Missouri.
