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Springfield divorce attorney Samantha M. Hodapp’s interest in domestic litigation piqued after she handled her own divorce.. “Helping people in their time of need became more than a passion, but a necessity,” Ms. Hodapp said. “I wanted to put more into my career and knew that family law as an area where I could get out as much as I put in.”. Ms. Hodapp knows from her time spent in the courtroom as a prosecutor that confidence is absolutely essential when it comes to advocating for her clients’ best interests.. “Confidence in all the details of a family law case is necessary to effectively represent your client,” she said.. Family law cases can be the most difficult time in a person’s life. Ms. Hodapp can’t guarantee the outcome of any particular case, but she can ensure that you have a representative in your corner who will do whatever possible to make sure your perspective is presented fairly.. “I’m here to make sure you have the guidance and support you need in order to succeed,” she said.

Kenzie represents clients going through legal matters such as divorce, paternity, estate planning, and juvenile actions. Kenzie strives to advocate for her clients while making the legal process as manageable as possible.

Professionally, I enjoy serving as a guardian ad litem in both St. Louis City and St. Louis County.  I have presented seminars for the Bar Association of Metropolitan St. Louis as well as the Missouri Bar.  I have more than thirty years experience as an adjunct professor at Webster University, where I am on the faculty of the Business School.  In my spare time, I enjoy my toddler granddaughter and our three dogs.  Life is good!

Since graduating from law school in 2002, Michael has represented clients in connection with various civil and administrative proceedings, including, but not limited to, those involving workers’ compensation, motor vehicle accidents, business disputes, real estate and family law matters. Michael’s primary focus in any case is to position his client to negotiate a reasonable resolution of legal disputes, and, if a reasonable resolution cannot be reached, to prevail at hearing or trial. Michael has presented at various seminars on the topics of workers’ compensation, Medicare Set-Aside issues and motor vehicle accident litigation.

My name is Lacy Smith and I am a divorce and family law attorney. I was born and raised in New Orleans. I went to Ben Franklin high school and James Madison University in Virginia. After college, I returned home to attend Tulane University Law School. I met my husband in New Orleans and we in Mid-City with our two daughters and cat.. After law school, I cut my teeth working for one of the most experienced divorce attorneys in New Orleans, Doug "Mad Dog" Howard. While there, I learned the in's and out's of divorce and family law and represented clients at the district court, appellate court, and the Louisiana Supreme Court level.. I believe in the efficiency and effectiveness of collaborative divorce and mediation. I think that an agreement prepared by the parties will leave them more satisfied than an order rendered by a judge who doesn't know the couple or their children. However, I recognize that collaboration and mediation don't fit the needs of every couple or family.. When it comes to litigation, I think that attorneys should be zealous advocates first, but reasonable negotiators when appropriate. I think that attorneys should answer their client's questions promptly and honestly. I think that the most successful attorneys are those who are most prepared; who know the facts unique to their client's circumstances; and who can apply the current law to those facts. I apply that philosophy to each client.. I only practice divorce and family law. When you hire me, you get me - not an associate attorney or paralegal who you've never met. I will personally give your case the time and attention it needs and get things done as efficiently and quickly as possible; without sacrificing results.. If there is something that I can help you with, or if you want to explore your options, contact me and we can set up a time to meet.