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One of my passions is for the earth's ecosystems.  I went to UC Berkeley as an undergraduate and graduated with a BS in Environmental Science.  Before going to law school I worked for the City of Concord for a few years doing environmental planning.  I learned to draft blueprints and made maps of local flood plains, earthquake areas, waterways, the water district, waste management,  electrical power and streets. I loved the job.  My mom kept pushing me to go to Law School because no one else in my large extended family was a lawyer- that's 14 aunts and uncles and 60 first cousins.. After law school I worked at a firm doing family law, which I loved. I had studied family law under Professor Justice Donald King, who is often referred to as the father of modern California family law.  I was eventually recruited to work for a management consulting firm where I stayed for 20 years. They paid for me to get my LL.M. in taxation. This is a post-doctorate degree.  I found I loved taxes. We advised management for Fortune 100 public corporationson about the federal tax compliance of their retirement trusts.. The consulting firm in which I was a partner eventually went public.  Anyone shareholder over age 52 was offered a severance package and a large lum sum. I decided to take the package.  This turned out to be a godsend because my only sister, Jennie, had had a recurrence of breast cancer. Because I had the time, I was able to help care for my sister and spend time with her until she died at age 60.  I still miss her every day. The time I spent with her was the greatest blessing I ever received.. I was able to not work for 3 years. During that time I got a master's degree in Environmental Science.  I worked for 4 years for the Delta Vision Foundation doing legislative analysis of the implementation of the 2009 Great California Delta Water Act. It was a wonderful experience.. About 10 years ago I started my own law practice--just after Jennie died. I was able to use my knowledge and experience in family law matters and testamentary trusts. I decided to focuse on these two areas eventually expanding to wills and trust, probate and trust administration for individuals.. I am a volunteer park ranger for the Mt. Diablo State Park.  After training I receive a real authentic part vest and a hat, both of which I am extremely proud of. I am a "rover" meaning I hike the trails and help visitors with questions and problems.  I also volunteered to do environmental education activities.. Personally, I have a wonderful husband who is a retired Vet and retiree deputy police chief. We have 2 kids, both of whom are out of the house--mostly.  We have a 90 pound white goldendoodle named Romeo, who is serving as a replacement for the kids.

My name is Shelly Reneé Reece and I have been an attorney in Springfield, MO and the Southwest Missouri area since 1998. After over 20 years in Southwest Missouri, I am proud to announce our new office in Joplin, MO to assist more clients with their legal needs.  As a wife and mother of two children, I understand your family is the most important aspect of your life. I know you are going through a difficult time. You have made the right decision to seek legal advice and our family law, criminal defense, and estate planning lawyer teams look forward to assisting you through your legal matter. Our attorneys and staff will strive to give you the attention your family needs in navigating the Missouri court system with a divorce, child custody, modification, paternity, DUI, DWI, traffic ticket, will, trust, power of attorney, settlement, mediation, or litigating in trial.. Come see us at Reece Family Law, LLC in Springfield or Defending Your Family - Springfield - Joplin - Lawyers in Joplin.. We have over 60+ years of combined experience in Family Law, Criminal Defense, Estate Planning, and Mediation to help you in the following areas:. FAMILY LAW:. •Divorce•Paternity•Custody•Modification•Mediation•Legal Separation•Child Support•Maintenance / Alimony•Adoptions•Family Access / Contempt•Grandparents Rights•Name Change•Juvenile Law•Adult and Child Orders of Protection, Ex Parte•Uncontested, Settled, Pro Se Litigation Assistance. CRIMINAL DEFENSE:. •Traffic Ticket•DWI, DUI•Drug, Marijuana Offense•Misdemeanor•Felony•Serious Crimes Against People•Serious Crimes Against Property•Federal Criminal Defense. ESTATE PLANNING:. •Wills•Trusts•Guardianships•Power of Attorney•Probate•Prenuptial Agreements. MEDIATION:. Reece Family Law, LLC and Defending Your Family - Springfield - Joplin - Lawyers cover the Springfield/Branson and Joplin/Neosho/Carthage regions of Southwest Missouri.

Experienced Family attorney serving clients in United States and surrounding areas.

Experienced Family attorney serving clients in United States and surrounding areas.

Experienced Family attorney serving clients in United States and surrounding areas.

Experienced Family attorney serving clients in United States and surrounding areas.

Experienced Family attorney serving clients in United States and surrounding areas.

Experienced Family attorney serving clients in United States and surrounding areas.

Experienced Family attorney serving clients in United States and surrounding areas.

Experienced Family attorney serving clients in United States and surrounding areas.

Experienced Family attorney serving clients in United States and surrounding areas.

Experienced Family attorney serving clients in United States and surrounding areas.

Experienced Family attorney serving clients in United States and surrounding areas.

Experienced Family attorney serving clients in United States and surrounding areas.

Experienced Family attorney serving clients in United States and surrounding areas.

Experienced Family attorney serving clients in United States and surrounding areas.