Linn County Family Lawyers

Experienced attorney licensed in 1993. We offer a family friendly environment--kids are welcome. Our office cares about you and your family as we have family of our own. I am a mom of 4 kids so I understand your busy life. The staff here are friendly and take time to know you as a person and not just a client number. Some of our areas of practice offer incentives for you to move your case along quickly. Further, we offer a former client discount on your future legal needs once your case is completed....

I have been practicing law in the Mid-Missouri area since 1999. I am a proven trial lawyer with a track record of success for my clients.

Shelley L. Bishop

Admitted: Missouri – June, 2001; Texas – November 1996

Law School: University of Texas, J.D., 1996

College: University of Colorado, B.A. Psychology; 1990

Member: Clay County Bar Association; Missouri Bar Association; State Bar of Texas; Kearney Rotary Club

Military Service: United States Air Force, 1979-1982

Born: Nürnberg, Germany – 1960

At the Law Office of Shelley L. Bishop, we listen carefully to our clients to determine their unique circumstances and are dedicated to helping our clients navigate the often difficult and emotionally draining periods created by divorce; child custody disputes; domestic violence; child support disputes; guardianships and/or conservatorships.

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Janet Bezler is the lead attorney and owner of Belzer Law Firm, a Columbia, MO-based law firm that provides divorce attorneys and family law attorneys for clients in the Mid-Missouri area.

Travis Miller is a Senior Associate Attorney at Stange Law Firm, PC. He is based out of the Columbia, Missouri office in Boone County. Mr. Miller represents clients in solely family law matters, including, divorce, legal separation, child custody, child support, paternity, and other domestic relations matters. Note: The choice of a lawyer is an important decision and should not be based solely upon advertisements.

Set up a FREE consultation at Puckett law Firm P.C. to discuss your divorce, paternity action, modification, or estate planning needs. Kelly Puckett has a unique ability to navigate divorces and other family law matters as he is a trained mediator. If you're looking to eliminate the expense and time associated with trial, Kelly Puckett can act as a neutral/mediator in all divorces, paternity actions and modifications to help you come an agreement with the other party. Kelly Puckett is an experienced Partner at Puckett Law Firm P.C., and earned his Juris Doctor from Washburn School of Law.

Tana Benner is an attorney and founder of Benner Law. She has worked exclusively in family law matters for more than a decade. She started her legal career by serving as the court-appointed guardian ad litem in child order-of-protection cases, many involving cases of abuse and neglect. From this experience, she gained an uncommon perspective on the legal issues involving children and the importance of compassionate legal guidance.

From this beginning, Benner has grown her practice to encompass a wide set of legal challenges families face. She focuses especially on adoption law, custody cases, and guardian ad litem work. She represents...

As a family law attorney at Siegel & Irwin, LLC, Mrs. Siegel is known to be a zealous advocate for her clients. She truly cares about her clients and their situations and strives to establish relationships with her clients that lasts years, even after the case is done. By fervently advocating for her clients, Mrs. Siegel appreciates seeing how her clients’ lives improve in the aftermath.

Mom and Pop shop. I handle Criminal and Traffic on the local, state and Federal level in Missouri and Kansas. Michelle handles Civil Litigation, Domestic matters, including Divorce, Child Custody, Modifications and Child Support. She also does some Probate and Worker's Compensation. This is my 32nd year of practicing law in the Kansas City metropolitan area. Our office is in Lee's Summit, MO.

Mandee Rowen Pingel is a trial attorney and partner in the Kansas City family law firm of Pingel Family Law. Ms. Pingel is proud to serve families and clients in both, Missouri and Kansas. Her practice focuses exclusively in the areas of matrimonial and family law, including high conflict divorce, post-divorce modification, paternity, adoption, child custody and visitation, child support, domestic violence, juvenile abuse and neglect, guardianship and conservatorship, and grandparents’ rights. Ms. Pingel is often referred cases from other lawyers, medical providers, therapists or other professionals where there are unusual of complicated issues for the needs of the children...

Facing divorce or family law matters can be a very emotional process. For this reason, it is important to have hope, and having dedicated representation that understands what you are going through can make all of the difference. Ezinne “Grace” Okorocha is a Junior Associate Attorney with Stange Law Firm, PC and is ready to help and assist clients in and around Jackson County, Missouri from the firm’s Kansas City family law office. Grace earned her Masters in U.S. Law (LLM) from the University of Houston Law Center in May of 2020. Before this, she attended the Nigerian Law...

Jeffrey Carey is a member of the Top 100 Trial Lawyers, the Multi-Million Dollar Advocates Forum, and received the Legal Champion award from Missouri Lawyer's Weekly in 2014.

His practice focuses on complex personal injury cases, bankruptcy, and domestic litigation.

Jeff is of counsel to Boyd, Kenter, Thomas and Parrish, LLC and the firm has deep experience in worker's compensation, products liability, complex personal injury, and labor and employment law. With the power of our team, we can handle almost any legal problem.

Lee's Summit - Independence - Sedalia - Overland Park

Rebecca was licensed in 2007. She went into private practice immediately. She opened her own office in 2011 and practices 100 percent in the area of family law. We provide divorce services in Missouri. Services include divorce, paternity actions and modifications. We are known for being attentive to detail, compassionate, and firm on negotiations.

At Howard L. Lotven, A Professional Corporation, we act as a buffer between our clients and the system. We protect our clients from overcharges and negotiate for the option of probation instead of a jail sentence. Within family law, we work hard to win custody for our clients and determine a living situation that will be in the best interest of the child.
Presently, I primarily represent clients in Criminal/Municipal Courts and Traffic Courts. I have been either a prosecutor or defense attorney in over 10,000 cases. I also represent clients in Family Law matters including divorce, paternity, modification of child...

Kirby has long been an advocate for the legalization of marijuana and a critic of the "War on Drugs" and has been studying and writing on the subject since the 1990s. The voters of Missouri spoke on November 8, 2022 and passed a Constitutional Amendment to legalize marijuana use by adults age 21 and older, and sets a 6% sales tax on marijuana sales. The Amendment will also bring justice to so many Missourians that have lost their freedom, jobs, housing, reputations, and dignity by allowing for the expungement of arrest and conviction records of non-violent marijuana offenses, except...

Timothy J. Murphy joined The Murphy Law Firm in 2003 after graduating from University of Missouri, Kansas City, where here was on the dean's list multiple times. Prior to Law School, he served in the offices of Senator Christopher Bond and Senator and former Attorney General John Ashcroft. Tim Murphy is the only member of The Murphy Law who has been admitted to practice law in both the State of Missouri and the State of Kansas. His practice includes personal injury, domestic litigation, criminal defense, including DWI's and DUI's and traffic tickets, speeding tickets, driving while suspended, collection, wills and trusts, business...

Attorney Amy Davis Salladay earned her Bachelor of Arts degree in Psychology from Truman State University and her Juris Doctorate from the University of Missouri School of Law. She focuses her practice on matters involving family law, estate planning, and probate litigation.

Derek Buhr is a Junior Associate Attorney at Stange Law Firm, PC based out of the firm's Columbia, Missouri office. Derek is licensed to practice in Missouri. Mr. Buhr represents clients in all family law cases including divorce, child custody, child support, guardianship, prenuptial agreements, orders of protection, and a variety of other domestic relations matters. Note: The choice of a lawyer is an important decision and should not be based solely upon advertisements. Derek Buhr is responsible for the content. Principal place of business 120 South Central Ave, Suite 450, St. Louis (Clayton), MO 63105.

Thomas Ellis is an attorney driven by his enthusiasm for making his clients' lives better. He offers friendly and accessible legal counsel in a relaxed setting, talking confidentially with clients, and offering advice based upon the law.

David Lee Wells brings to each case the commitment and knowledge that has lead to his former service as the Clay County Bar President. He has taught Missouri lawyers, Judges and Prosecuting Attorneys. Wells has earned an AV Preeminent 5 out of 5 Peer Review Rating from Martindale Hubbell, the highest level of recognition they award. He was named to the list of Missouri and Kansas Super Lawyers in 2008, 2009 and 2010. Wells is a columnist for Wide Open Motorcycle Magazine writing, "Law for Bikers." He is a lifetime member of Ducks Unlimited. He was the founder and director...

Mr. Baylard is a trial attorney that specializes in personal injury, wrongful death and family law cases, but also handles all types of legal matters. He has recovered millions for his clients, and refuses to slow down in his pursuit to ensure fair compensation for injured people and their families. Mr. Baylard’s philosophy is to work hard, and treat people as people, not just another nameless case to work-up. Going through an injury related accident can be, and usually is, a life-altering situation that needs personal attention. Mr. Baylard is also...

Bio Jerry is licensed in the state of Missouri and primarily focuses on family law matters in litigation and mediation. As a current attorney and former police officer with the City of North Kansas City, his training and experience help him to empathize with people who are going through an emotional and difficult time in their lives. Jerry was born in Oklahoma but moved to Kansas City during high school, where he was active in both the wrestling and football programs. After graduation, Jerry enlisted in the Army Reserve and is a veteran of Operation Enduring Freedom. Jerry graduated from Washburn University School...