Employment • Labor • Corporate • Tribal
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Who We Are

John R. Dietrick

John R. DietrickJohn R. DietrickJohn Dietrick has been actively involved in the practice of law for almost 40 years, is licensed in both Kansas and Louisiana, and is a member of the Kansas Bar Association, the Louisiana Bar Association, the American Bar Association, and the United States Supreme Court Bar Association. His practice is committed to the highest standards of legal excellence and ethics.

John carries a deep passion and respect for the practice of law. He provides comprehensive legal advice, research and support in the areas of employment, labor, and corporate law to employers, executives, business owners, and human resources professionals in a variety of organizations and businesses, from small companies to large corporations.

John has a beautiful wife, Kristina, and two amazing daughters, Lauren and Mary. He enjoys traveling and found a desire to explore the world after serving two (2) tours of duty as a Vietnam helicopter pilot. After receiving his Juris Doctorate, he spent three (3) years, as an Associate Attorney in New Orleans, LA. In New Orleans, he learned to understand the French Civil Code, appreciate the classic bowl of gumbo, respect the cayenne pepper, and that battling the tourist hordes for a Café Du Monde beignet was worth it.

John also has a deep and profound understanding of crafting the perfect martini and tasting a full-bodied glass of cabernet!

Bar Admissions and Affiliations 

  • U.S. Supreme Court
  • American Bar
  • Kansas Bar
  • Louisiana Bar
  • Topeka Bar Association

Education

  • Washburn University | Juris Doctor (J.D.)
  • The University of Kansas | Master of Public Administration (M.P.A.)
  • Washburn University | Bachelor of Arts (B.A.)

Community Service

  • Board of Regents [Vice Chair]
  • Kansas Children’s Discovery Center Board of Trustees [Former Chair]
  • Washburn Ichabod Athletic Fund Board [Former Member]

Allison A. Zerbe

Allison A. Zerbe

Allison A. ZerbeAllison A. ZerbeAllison Zerbe is licensed in both Kansas and Missouri. Allison joined The Law Offices of John R. Dietrick, P.A., in June 2018 during her final year of Law School as a Law Clerk. Allison obtained her law license in April of 2019, after successfully completing the February Bar Exam, and became an Associate Attorney with Dietrick Law. She specializes in Employment, Corporate,  Labor, and Tribal law.

Allison has lived in Topeka for the last seven (7) years. She originally moved to Topeka to attend Washburn University.  She also enjoys traveling and one day hopes to fly with her husband, a pilot, on a tour across America.

Allison is a supporter of animal shelters and is taken care of by a Great Dane-German Shepherd mix, Cash.

Bar Admissions and Affiliations 

  • Topeka Bar Association
  • Topeka Young Lawyers Division
  • Missouri Bar Association
  • Kansas Bar Association
  • American Bar Association 

Education

  • Washburn University | Juris Doctor (J.D.)
  • Washburn University | Bachelor of Science (B.S.)

History

Mr. John Dietrick has almost 40 years of legal experience. He had served as Attorney, General Counsel, Chief Executive Officer, and Principal. One day, while enjoying the Kansas sunset, and seeking a new challenge, he decided to open his own law firm, Law Offices of John R. Dietrick, P.A. (“Dietrick Law”). In 2018, he brought on a law clerk, Allison Zerbe. Following successful completion of the February 2019 Bar Exam, Allison became an Associate Attorney with the Firm, and was promoted to Partner in July 2023.

The firm specializes in Employment, Labor, Corporate, and Tribal Law. The firm understands that choosing a lawyer is an important decision and not one that should not be easily filibustered by superficial marketing. Every case is different. That is why the Law Offices of John R. Dietrick, P.A, are and will always be, focused on the highest level of service, professionalism, and integrity.

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