Missouri Lawyers Steven Neimeyer to Susan Jensen

Firm: Neimeyer Law, LLC

8011 Clayton Road , Saint Louis , Missouri 63017

Practice Areas: Divorce & Separation

I have been practicing law for over 20 years.  Since 1998 I have managed and operated my own Law Firm in St. Louis County.  My practice has focused on all areas of family law including, Divorce, Child Custody, Child Support, Modifications, Domestic Violence, Adoptions, Guardianships and Juvenile matters.  My firm also has a dedicated staff to assist with Social Security Disability and Workers Compensation claims.  We also offer services in estate planning, living wills, wills, and trusts.  We have the ability to help small businesses file for incorporation or LLC's.

Firm: Whiteaker & Wilson, PC

1919 East Battlefield , Springfield , Missouri 65804

Practice Areas: Criminal Defense ,Estate Planning,Family ,Insurance ,Workers Compensation

Firm: Susan Fox Jacobsen PC

5257 Shaw Avenue , Saint Louis , Missouri 63110

Practice Areas: Family

Firm: Hamra Law Firm, LLC

16141 Swingley Ridge Rd Ste 105 , Chesterfield , Missouri 63017

Practice Areas: Divorce & Separation

Susan Hamra has been practicing law for over 30 years, currently in her own practice which concentrates in family law, estate planing and probate.  She was appointed Prosecuting Attorney for the City of Chesterfield concurrent with her private practice.  She has lectured for the Missouri Bar Association and Bar Association of Metropolitan St. Louis in the joint areas of Ethics, Estate Planning and Divorce. Other community and professional contributions include serving as a member of the Cardinal Glennon Board of Planned Giving and other charitable boards; serving as a Facilitator, Mediator and Arbitrator for the Missouri Bar Attorney's Fee Dispute Committee; and co-chairing the Bar Associaiton of Metropolitan St. Louis Estate Planning and Probate Institute. Of over 60,000 graduates from Parkway Central High School, Susan was selected as one of 50 of its most outstanding alumni in 2004.

Firm: Cordell & Cordell

600 Kellwood Parkway , Town And Country , Missouri 63017

Practice Areas: Divorce & Separation

Town and Country divorce attorney Susan M. Hais has been practicing family law in the St. Louis area for more than 30 years. Early in her career as a family law attorney, her mission was to overcome the presumption of a “Tender Years Doctrine” in child custody cases, which was a legal principle presuming that a child’s “tender” years should be spent with the mother. While that doctrine no longer exists, she is still committed to helping men battle numerous other outdated gender stereotypes.. “I find family law rewarding,” Ms. Hais said. “My clients write to me and send me pictures of their kids and always seem to remember me. The appeal is that it is about people and relationships, and it makes you feel like you are doing something to make a difference.”. Ms. Hais focuses her practice on complex divorce litigation, involving evaluations of complex financial interests and tax issues to cases dealing with child custody and support.

Firm: McDowell, Rice, Smith & Buchanan, P.C.

605 W. 47th St. , Kansas City , Missouri 64112

Practice Areas: Child Custody & Visitation, Family , Divorce & Separation, Divorce & Separation, Divorce & Separation, Divorce & Separation, Divorce & Separation, Divorce & Separation, Divorce & Separation, Divorce & Separation, Divorce & Separation, Divorce & Separation, Divorce & Separation

Susan is recognized as a preeminent divorce attorney in Johnson County, Kansas. She is a Fellow in the American Academy of Matrimonial Lawyers and a Fellow in the International Academy of Family Lawyers.. Susan holds an AV rating by Martindale Hubbell, and has been selected as a Super Lawyer in the Missouri & Kansas Super Lawyers magazine since 2010.. Clients seek out Susan as result of her distinguished reputation, and retain her because of her integrity, knowledge of the law, ability to communicate and advocacy.. Susan  works to protect the rights of her client, and to ensure the emotional and financial costs of divorce are not devastating. She is not only an experienced attorney, but also a trained mediator and arbitrator, providing every possible option to her clients.

Firm: Bratcher Law

1201 NW Briarcliff Parkway , Kansas City , Missouri 64116

Practice Areas: Chapter 13 Bankruptcy

Firm: Paule, Camazine & Blumenthal, P.C.

165 North Meramec Avenue , Saint Louis , Missouri 63105

Practice Areas: Family

The unique combination of having been on both sides of the bench makes Judge Block an invaluable resource to her clients and her colleagues. Since becoming an active trial lawyer, she has quickly built a reputation as a compassionate and zealous advocate for her clients, taking on the most complex cases and thinking “out of the box” for creative solutions and impressive results.. Judge Block has received numerous local awards for her work in child advocacy, prevention of domestic violence, and innovative programming for the Family Court. They include the St. Louis Bar Foundation Award, Missouri Coalition for Domestic Violence-St. Louis Region Person of the Year Award, Public Citizen of the Year award given by the National Association of Social Workers Missouri Chapter, Metropolitan St. Louis YWCA Racial Justice Award, CASA Community Award, World of Children Award, National Council of Jewish Women-St. Louis Section Founder’s Award and was honored by the Missouri Supreme Court for her outstanding service to the St. Louis County Circuit Court.. An innovator and visionary, she was a founding member of the Washington University Project for Children and Youth, 2002-2005, and served on the first Board of Directors for the National Truancy Prevention Association and Lawyers for Equality. Judge Block was appointed by the Missouri Supreme Court to its Committee on Racial and Ethnic Fairness, juvenile sub-committee, with a special focus on referrals to the court and alternative to detention and commitments to the Department of Youth Services.. Well published, Judge Block authors the “Bench to Bar” monthly column for theSt. Louis Lawyer magazine published by the Bar Association of Metropolitan St. Louis. Recently, she co-authored “Grandparent Visitation Rights: History, Constitutionality, and Practice,” in the April 2009 St. Louis Bar Journal. Following her presentation at the First International Conference on Domestic Violence in Rome, Italy, she wrote “Domestic Violence: A Problem Concealed. A Civil Response to Domestic Violence in the United States,” California Western School of Law, Journal of Law, 1997. She has been a contributing writer for the St. LouisPost-Dispatch on Family Law Issues from 1997-2003, authoring “In Search of Safety Coordination Efforts.”. Judge Block’s teaching experience ranges from law school instruction to international forums. She has been an Adjunct Professor of Law at Washington University, St. Louis University and Emory University Schools of Law, specializing in pre-trial practice, trial practice, and trial technique courses. She has been sent abroad by the United States Department of State to instruct and advise countries on domestic violence laws and procedures, including the countries of Lithuania, the Czech Republic, Macedonia, and Russia. Locally she has given presentations on family law to the United States Arbitration and Mediation, Inc., the American Jewish Congress, and the Midwest School of Paralegal Studies. She was a veteran faculty member of the Missouri Judicial College and the National Judicial College. In addition, she provided private tutoring for law graduates preparing to take the Missouri Bar Examination in all areas of the law.. Paule, Camazine & Blumenthal is a full-service Firm that benefits our family law clients by having attorneys in the Firm with particular expertise in business organizations, real estate, tax matters, corporations, immigration, intellectual property, civil litigation, and high net worth estate planning. This allows cost effective handling of complex and high net worth cases involving business valuations, business issues, real estate issues, trust and estate matters, and tax problems, unlike boutique-style Firms specializing only in family law.. Judge Block’s community involvement ranges from having served on the boards of Food Outreach, Big Brothers and Big Sisters, Caring for Kids, the Missouri Children’s Service Commission, the National Association of Women Judges and the St. Louis County Domestic Violence Council. Most recently, Governor Jay Nixon appointed her to serve on the board of the Missouri Children’s Trust Fund, which seeks to prevent child abuse and educate the community on this important issue.. Judge Block is a graduate of Penn State University and the St. Louis University School of Law. She was also a participant in the John F Kennedy School of Government for Senior Executives in Local Government. She is the mother of four children and the grandmother of four. Her colleagues view her as a lawyer’s lawyer and often seek out her advice in dealing with the Family Court.

Firm: Masterson Law

1771 S. Fremont , Springfield , Missouri 65804

Practice Areas: Divorce & Separation

My name is Summer Masterson-Goethals and I am a divorce attorney in Springfield, Missouri and I have over 20 years of experience serving the families of Southwest Missouri.. As a former legal aid attorney, I believe every client should have access to quality legal representation at a reasonable price.. When you call me, you won't get re-routed to a paralegal. I take calls and return calls timely. I work with my clients to accomplish their goals efficiently, effectively, and with as little financial strain as possible.. FAMILY LAWAttentive representation on family law issues like child custody, child support, juvenile, parental rights, marriage law, and more.. DIVORCEQuality divorce representation with fair and clear pricing and the 1-on-1 attention you deserve during a difficult time.. DISPUTE RESOLUTIONA certified family and civil mediation practitioner, Summer Masterson-Goethals is an alternative dispute resolution specialist.. CONSUMER PROTECTIONRepresentation of consumers in a variety of areas including fair debt collection, wrongful repossession, auto fraud, and much more.

8909 Ladue Rd. , Clayton , Missouri 63124

Practice Areas: Probate

Firm: Office of the County Counselor Jackson County, Missouri

415 , Kansas City , Missouri 64106

Firm: Law Offices of Stuart H. Goldenberg, P.C.

2016 S. Big Bend Blvd , Saint Louis , Missouri 63117

Practice Areas: Family

My BackgroundI grew up in New York City and received my bachelor’s in history and education from Adelphi University in 1978. After this, I left for law school at the University of Tulsa to study Real Estate Law. After graduating in 1981, I settled in Saint Louis. Since that time, I’ve practiced family, real estate, personal injury, and other types of law around the Saint Louis area. Today live in Ballwin with my wife of nearly 25 years and spend as much time as possible with my 4 grown children and 3 grandchildren.. Why I Practice LawWhen I first entered the workforce, my parents encouraged me to do something where I could make a difference in the lives of others. I tell my children and grandchildren to do the same thing in their lives. After over 35 years practicing law, I’m proud to have had the opportunity to help individuals and families advocate for themselves and make it through tough times.. Legal ConcentrationSome time ago I had a Divorce case that is still the seminal case for “time limits” in Missouri. It involved child custody, child sexual abuse, domestic violence and marital rape. We had a 5 day trial that included nights and weekends. The matter was under submission for ruling for 18 months before the Judge finally ruled in our favor. My client won custody because I proved that the children were sexually abused. In a rare case I also proved my client (the mother) was the victim of domestic violence including marital rape. The father received supervised visitation through the Juvenile Court. When the children were old enough, they chose to terminate their contact with their father. Today they are adults, happy and well adjusted individuals.In another case I was appointed by the Court to represent 4 little girls. The case had custody/visitation trials in both Divorce Court and Juvenile court. The father sought custody of the children because the mother had drug issues and was unfit to have custody. The maternal grandparents also sought custody. There were some complications with the Indian Rights Act because of the grandparents’ heritage. The Divorce Court ultimately kept the case. The Deputy Juvenile Offer and I (as Guardian Ad Litem for the Children) visited the father’s home while the children were staying there. I learned that the children were not properly cared for. The older child (12) had to wake up every hour or so to turn on the clothes dryer to heat the children’s bedroom. The girls were always hungry because the father did not or could not adequately feed them. Father also used a paddle to discipline the children. They each had their own paddle hanging on the wall. The breaking point in the case was when I had the youngest child, who was only 4 years old, testify about the father’s abuse and neglect. The older three children were too traumatized to testify. The grandparents were rightfully awarded custody. When the Judge issued his ruling there was not a dry eye in the Courtroom. The children were afforded the opportunity to grow up happy in a warm home with plenty of food and plenty of love.. I was involved in yet another Custody Modification matter where my client (the father) was incarcerated by a bogus Texas warrant for alleged nonsupport. The mother lived in Texas, the father in St. Louis City. They fought for custody over the 13 year old boy both in St. Louis City and Texas simultaneously. Eventually Missouri won jurisdiction. The mother was represented by an Assistant U.S. Attorney volunteering his time. The mother’s attorney had my client arrested on a bogus Texas warrant which was eventually quashed, but not until the father was wrongfully jailed. Additionally, this Assistant U.S. Attorney helped the mother kidnap the child and spirit him to Texas while the case was pending. The City Family Court Judge was livid over this and ordered the child to be returned to Missouri. After two days of trial involving jurisdiction and custody, the father prevailed.. Representative ClientsI represent clients in Family Law Matters including, but not limited to: Divorce, Child Custody / Visitation, Adoptions, Adult & Child Abuse matters, Child Support, Annulment, Domestic Violence, Enforcement of Decrees and Guardianships. Additionally, I handle Mediation, Collaborative Practice, Military Divorce Matters, Name Changes, Pre and Post Nuptial Agreements, Paternity Matters, Restraining Orders, Legal Separations, Spousal Support, Maintenance and Alimony Cases.

Firm: Wichmer & Groneck, LLC

230 S. Bemiston, Ste. 640 , Saint Louis , Missouri 63105

Practice Areas: Immigration

Firm: Steve Weir, Attorney At Law

P.O. Box 30 , Washington , Missouri 63090

Practice Areas: Criminal Defense

I am in Washington Missouri, near the Missouri river. I meet with clients * By Appointment Only * For over 25 years I have served my clients in State Courts in approximately 70 counties and in numerous Municipalities throughout the state. I look forward to meeting with you and helping you resolve your issues.

Firm: Combs Waterkotte

231 South Bemiston Avenue , Saint Louis , Missouri 63105

Practice Areas: Criminal Defense

Steven A. Waterkotte focuses his practice almost exclusively on criminal defense. He defends the rights of the accused in felony and misdemeanor criminal cases. Mr. Waterkotte has a reputation as a passionate and relentless fighter for his clients. Steve Waterkotte has jury-tried many cases in courtrooms across Missouri. He has obtained not guilty verdicts on cases ranging from murder to rape to misdemeanors. He has been widely recognized in the criminal defense industry by his peers as demonstrated by a number of awards such as Best of the Best – Top 10, Lawyers of Distinction, National Trial Lawyer – Top 100, and Missouri Top 10 Criminal Defense Attorney.

Firm: Steven A. Trefts

50 Crestwood Executive Ctr Ste 320 , Saint Louis , Missouri 63126

Practice Areas: Workers Compensation

We are a full service Workers' Compensation litigation law firm servicing Missouri and Southern Illinois.

Firm: Klar, Izsak & Stenger, L.L.C.

1505 S Big Bend Blvd , Saint Louis , Missouri 63117

Practice Areas: Arbitration & Mediation, Business & Commercial, Criminal Defense , Elder , Environmental , Estate Planning, Family , Health Care & Hospitalization, Medical Malpractice, Personal Injury, Products Liability, Real Estate , Securities , Taxation - State & Federal, Workers Compensation, Personal Injury, Personal Injury

Firm: Estate Plan Strategies, LLC

231 S. Bemiston Avenue , Saint Louis , Missouri 63105

Practice Areas: Estate Planning

Steven B. Spewak, founder of Estate Plan Strategies, LLC, has been engaged in the private practice of law as an attorney in the metropolitanSt. Louis,Missouri, area for more than 25 years.  He founded Estate Plan Strategies, LLC in May, 2001, after many years as a partner with prominentSt. Louislaw firms where he concentrated his practice in the field of estate planning.. With this wealth of knowledge and experience, Estate Plan Strategies, LLC works with its clients to preserve wealth and protect assets while achieving personal and family objectives, minimizing taxes and providing comfort and peace of mind with the planning that takes place.. Mr. Spewak obtained his Bachelor of Science degree in accounting fromDrakeUniversityand his law degree from theUniversityofMissouriatKansas Citywhere he graduated "with distinction".  Following law school, he served four years as a lawyer in the Judge Advocate General Corp of the United States Air Force.  Upon completion of his military commitment, he returned to school at the National Law Center of The George Washington University in Washington, D.C. where he earned a graduate law degree (LL.M.) in Tax Law.. Mr. Spewak has authored numerous articles in professional journals and speaks frequently before professional and civic groups about estate planning, business succession planning and asset protection.  He was recognized as a 2012 Five Star Wealth Advisor by St. Louis Magazine for the third time in the last four years and was recognized in the February, 2012, St. Louis Small Business Monthly as a top attorney who can help businesses in St. Louis.  He is also a co-author of the authoritative book on estate planning, Love, Money, Control; Reinventing Estate Planning, published by Quantum Press, and a contributing author to the recently released book, Estate Planning Strategies, published by Wealth Builders Press, LLC. Mr. Spewak is a member of the Probate and Trust Committees of The Missouri Bar and The Bar Association of Metropolitan St. Louis and a member of the Wealth Counsel network of estate planning attorneys.

Firm: Pratt & Jensen LLC

Suite A , Springfield , Missouri 65804

Practice Areas: Family

I am a Springfield Missouri native.  My legal practice focuses entirely on Family Law.  I am one of the very few attorneys in Springfield who has been selected to be in the American Academy of Matrimonial Lawyers.  I have been selected by Missouri/Kansas Superlawyers since 2008. I was awarded the 2012 Women's Justice Award as Litigation Practicioner of the Year in 2012.  I practice throughout Southwest Missouri.

Firm: The Sader Law Firm

2345 Grand Blvd , Kansas City , Missouri 64108

Practice Areas: Collections, Bankruptcy Chapter 13, Bankruptcy Chapter 7