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When a divorce or any family law matter is on the horizon, it can cause great stress. You want to find an attorney who cares about your situation and who is working to make it better. Robert Herz is an Associate Attorney in our firm's St. Charles office. He puts the needs of his clients at the forefront.. Robert graduated from University of Missouri-Columbia with a Bachelor of Arts degree in Political Science and Philosophy and then went on to obtain his Juris Doctor from University of Missouri School of Law. Robert who is licensed in both Missouri and California worked in California after law school in a small tax resolution boutique in Los Angeles. Robert moved back home to Missouri and is here to guide you in your case.. When Robert isn't practicing family law he enjoys spending time with his wife, dog and getting out on the golf course.. Note: The choice of a lawyer is an important decision and should not be based solely upon advertisements. Robert Herz is responsible for the content. Neither the Supreme Court of Missouri/Illinois nor The Missouri/Illinois Bar reviews or approves certifying organizations or specialist designations. We invite you to contact us and welcome your calls, letters and electronic mail. Contacting us does not create an attorney-client relationship. Please do not send any confidential information to us until such time as an attorney-client relationship has been established. Past results afford no guarantee of future results and every case is different and must be judged on its own merits. Headquarters office: 120 S. Central Avenue, Suite 450, Clayton, MO 63105.

St. Louis divorce attorney David Franklin strongly believes that the family is the building block of American culture and society. To make America better and stronger, he says, you first have to start with strengthening the family.. “Regardless of the makeup of the family, the courts provide a most vital avenue for all American citizens and residents to ensure that their family is best positioned to succeed and, if desired, to raise children in a healthy and collaborative manner,” Mr. Franklin said.. Mr. Franklin was raised in a middle-class, union family and was taught the importance of empathy at a young age. That characteristic benefits him greatly as he practices family law.. “To be able to understand a person’s actions, circumstances, and thought processes, you must be able to empathize with that person,” Mr. Franklin said. “As the old Cherokee proverb goes, ‘Don’t judge a man until you h ave walked a mile in his shoes.'”. Mr. Franklin is a skilled attorney who works tirelessly to protect the rights of each of his clients. But more than that, it is the honest approach he brings to every case that separates him.. “Every attorney will tell you how smart they are or how hard they will work on your behalf,” Mr. Franklin said. “I reiterate and promise to uphold those same defining characteristics of a good attorney. However, above all else, I promise to be honest – honest to you, to the court, and to the opposing side. Honesty is a bedrock principle of our judicial system.”

I've been practicing family law in St. Charles County since 2006.  After graduating Magna Cum Laude from law school I started with a small firm doing criminal and family law.  I moved out on my own in 2010 and have focused primarily on family law.  It's a huge area of law involving divorces, custody, child support, asset division, orders of protection and numerous other issues.. I have found my greatest success acting as a Mediator in family court issues in St. Charles and surrounding counties.  Mediation work enables me to use my knowledge of the law and the experience in front of the judges to help families come to agreements that work for them without the need to spend thousands of dollars and years in court. Contact me with your family law issue or to act as a mediator.

When dealing with a divorce or family law matter, having a supportive legal team by your side can make a significant difference. It’s natural to have many questions, but knowing your attorney is there to guide you through the process can bring peace of mind and comfort. Patrick Paradise is a dedicated Associate Attorney at Stange Law Firm, PC, serving clients in the firm’s St. Charles, Missouri family law office. He can help individuals navigate their family law cases throughout St. Charles County and the surrounding areas.. Patrick earned his Juris Doctor from the University of Missouri-Kansas City School of Law in 2021. Before law school, he attended Webster University in Webster Groves, MO, where he obtained his Master of Arts in Procurement and Contract Administration in 2010 and his Bachelor of Arts in Legal Studies in 2007. Patrick is licensed to practice law in the state of Missouri.. Patrick is a skilled legal professional with experience in both prosecution and defense. Before joining the St. Charles divorce and family law attorney at Stange Law Firm, Patrick served as an Attorney Advisor in Indianapolis, IN, managing complex cases, conducting legal research, drafting briefs, and mentoring non-attorney staff while ensuring compliance with legal standards. Before this, Patrick was an Assistant Prosecuting Attorney in Springfield, MO for two years, handling felony and misdemeanor cases, making charging decisions, preparing for hearings and trials, and collaborating with law enforcement and defense counsel. He also previously worked as an Assistant Public Defender in Missouri, representing clients facing felony charges (Level C and below), attending criminal dockets, conducting legal research, and filing motions to ensure effective advocacy.. Outside of his legal career, Patrick is a proud veteran who served his country honorably in the United States Marine Corps and remains actively involved with Disabled American Veterans and the American Legion.. Note: The choice of a lawyer is an important decision and should not be based solely on advertisements.

Oakley was born in Kentucky and raised in Northeast Missouri. He attended University of Central Missouri in Warrensburg receiving a B.S. In Criminal Justice. While in law school he was an intern for Legal Aid of Western Missouri and participated in Appellate Advocacy Moot Court. In 2013, Oakley received his Juris Doctorate from the University of Missouri-Kansas City.. After graduating law school, he went on to live in China for over a year. While in China Oakley taught English, studied Chinese and traveled across the country. He also met his future wife Katya who had come from Russia to study Chinese.. In his spare time he enjoys traveling, reading and spending time with Katya.

Sonya is a an associate attorney with the law firm of Gump & Faiella, LLC. Sonya focuses her practice on civil litigation including family law, personal injury and general civil practice. Sonya was admitted to practice law in 1993. Her past legal experience includes practicing law as a private attorney, as associate and then acting general counsel for the Missouri Department of Corrections, and nine years as a municipal judge.. Sonya grew up in Carthage, Missouri. In 1985 she graduated from Carthage High School. She attended Westminster College in Fulton, Missouri, and graduated in 1989 with a Bachelor of Arts in English. Sonya attended law school at Western New England College School of law in Springfield, Massachusetts, earning her Juris Doctorate in 1993. During law school Sonya was a member of the moot court trial competition team, and also interned with the New York State Office of the Attorney General. Sonya is married and has three children and she is very active in the community.. Sonya is a member of the Randolph County Bar Association, and the Missouri Bar. She is licensed to practice in all Missouri Courts.

Molly is committed to her clients and her community as she strives for excellence in the legal profession. She maintains a trial practice in family law that focuses on divorces, modification, paternity actions, adoptions and guardianships.. After growing up in small farming community in Central Illinois, Molly attended Southern Illinois University, Carbondale where she graduated cum laude and received her Bachelor of Science and minor in Spanish. Molly then received her Juris Doctor from University of Missouri School of Law in 2014, and then became a licensed attorney after passing the Missouri Bar that same year. While in law school, Molly committed herself to helping families in need by participating in the Family Violence Clinic, which assisted families in the Columbia area with legal representation. She also served as an Editor of the Journal of Environmental and Sustainability Law.. After graduating law school, Molly moved to Hannibal, Missouri where she practiced family law, juvenile law, estate law and further, served as the city prosecutor. In 2017, Molly moved to Springfield, Missouri where she began representing families in their legal matters throughout Greene, Christian, Lawrence, Webster and Polk County. Molly was proud to join the law firm of Pratt & Grisham in 2019 where she handles divorce, custody, guardianship and adoption cases. She also acts as Guardian ad Litem for children involved in family law cases.. As a licensed foster parent, Molly is an advocate for children outside of work as well. She and her husband enjoy spending time serving their Church and community while raising their adorable children.

Family law cases can be long and complicated, resulting in lots of questions and concerns about your situation. You need a lawyer you can trust to handle the stresses and problems that may arise during your case and that can effectively help you get back on your feet. William “Bill” Cook is a caring Team Leader Attorney for Stange Law Firm, PC in Springfield, Missouri with over 30 years of legal & business experience. He can assist clients throughout Greene Country and surrounding areas.. Bill attended law school at the Georgetown University Law Center in Washington, DC, graduating cum laude, in May 1991. Before studying law, Bill earned his Bachelor of Arts degree in Biology from Colorado College in Colorado Springs, CO, also graduating cum laude, in 1987. He is licensed and ready to help clients in the State of Missouri.. Before joining the Springfield, MO family law attorneys at Stange Law Firm, PC, Bill has gained vast experience in the legal field, including founding and serving as the Principal for a consulting firm for almost 20 years where he was tasked with providing legal and business planning services to entrepreneurs and companies. In this role, he worked directly with senior management, reviewing and improving clients’ contract management procedures, drafting and revising form contracts and service agreements, reviewing and improving clients’ HR practices and employment agreements, and providing legal advice and business analysis with respect to major strategic partnerships, mergers & acquisitions, strategic realignments, downsizing, bankruptcy, and corporate finance. Bill is excited to work with his clients to help them rebuild their lives.. Note: The choice of an attorney is an important decision and should not be based solely upon advertisements.