Adoption lawyers in Missouri

Allison Gerli

Firm: Allison Gerli

230 S. Bemiston Ave. , Clayton , Missouri 63105 Zip code: 63105

Practice Areas: Adoption

Allison joined The Center for Family Law as an associate in 2013 and concentrates her practice in family law. This includes divorce, child custody and support, third-party custody cases, adoptions, prenuptial agreements, guardianships, and orders of protection. She is also a certified Guardian ad Litem, an attorney appointed to represent the interests of children in family law matters. She is also trained as a mediator and in collaborative law.. When working with clients, Allison aims to provide the highest level of service, skill, and dedication. She believes it is important to achieve desired outcomes for clients, and focus on how best to achieve them. The process for resolving family law disputes is not “one size fits all,” and selecting an attorney who will help guide clients through this process is often crucial to the outcome of cases.. For more information, visit .

Contact: +1 (314) 310-6022

Henry Gerhardt

Firm: Law Office of Henry Gerhardt

Po Box 1072 , Saint Charles , Missouri 63302 Zip code: 63302

Practice Areas: Adoption

Contact: Not Available

Shannon Grisham

Firm: Pratt & Grisham LLC

3432 S. Culpepper Ct , Springfield , Missouri 65804 Zip code: 65804

Practice Areas: Adoption

I am a family law attorney, committed to my clients and our community. Our firm, Pratt & Grisham, is a leader in the practice of family law in Southwest Missouri. I maintain a trial practice in family law that focuses on divorces, complex property and maintenance cases, modification, paternity actions, adoptions and guardianships. In addition to my trial practice, I maintain a practice in appellate cases related to family law matters.. In 2013, I was presented with the Up and Coming Award by the Missouri Lawyers Weekly. This award is given annually to lawyers demonstrating excellence in the legal profession and in their commitment to their communities. It recognizes lawyers with an extraordinary commitment to justice, service to the legal profession and exceptional volunteerism. In 2017, I was awarded the Springfield Business Journals 40 Under 40 award.. I am an active member of the Missouri Bar and the Springfield Metropolitan Bar Association (SMBA). I have served as the Chair of the SMBA Family Committee and currently serve on the Missouri Bar Family Law Committee. I am also the Chair of the Missouri Bar Family Law Planning Committee for the annual Family Law Conference. The Family Law Conference is the Missouri Bar’s second largest annual continuing legal education conference.. I also serve as a frequent lecturer on a wide-range of family law topics for local and state-wide organizations. I have served on Guardian Ad Litem training committee for the Missouri Bar and traveled state-wide to speak at Guardian Ad Litem training conferences.. In addition to my legal service, I maintain an active service to the community both locally and world-wide. I curently volunteer with the Pregnancy Care Center. Also, I serve on the board of Ipour Life. Our family also travels to Ethiopia annually with various organizations to serve alongside medical teams in their missions work.

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Sanford P. Krigel

Firm: Krigel & Krigel, P.C.

4550 Belleview 506 , Kansas City , Missouri 64111 Zip code: 64111

Practice Areas: Adoption

Contact: (816) 756-5800

Ryan Kaiser

Firm: Kaiser Law Office, LLC

606 West 39th Street , Kansas City , Missouri 64111 Zip code: 64111

Practice Areas: Adoption

Attorney Ryan F. Kaiser is a former Missouri government attorney with experience handling family law, criminal and administrative cases. Located in the heart of Kansas City, Missouri, the Kaiser Law Office handles municipal and circuit court cases in Jackson County and across Missouri.

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Margaret "Pegi" S. Price

Firm: Margaret "Pegi" S. Price

1501 7777 Bonhomme Avenue 6310 , Clayton , Missouri 63105 Zip code: 63105

Practice Areas: Adoption

Contact: (314) 863-0077

Jordan McDermott

Firm: Grace Law Firm, LLC

9051 Watson Rd. #110 , Saint Louis , Missouri 63126 Zip code: 63126

Practice Areas: Adoption

Jordan Grace McDermottFounder, Grace Law Firm. As a native St. Louisan, I have deep roots in this community. After graduating from Lindbergh High School, I earned my Bachelor of Science in Political Science from the University of Missouri–Columbia and my Juris Doctor from Saint Louis University School of Law, where I concentrated my studies on family and juvenile law.. Since graduating, I have dedicated my career to helping families navigate challenging legal matters. I began my practice in family law, with a particular focus on juvenile law, representing foster children in the City of St. Louis. After gaining valuable experience at a midsize law firm in Clayton, I founded Grace Law Firm to offer personalized, compassionate, and solution-focused legal services tailored to modern families.. Families today come in all shapes and sizes—single parents, adoptive parents, same-sex couples, grandparents raising grandchildren, and more. My passion lies in guiding families through complex legal processes, particularly adoption and fostering. Whether you're adopting a child, securing guardianship, or navigating other family law matters, I provide the support and clarity you need to make confident decisions for your family’s future.. At Grace Law Firm, our mission is to empower families by providing compassionate legal counsel and practical solutions. I believe that every family deserves security, stability, and the opportunity for a fresh start. With a deep understanding of family dynamics and a commitment to delivering personalized service, I am here to guide you through every step of your legal journey.. Let me help you build a brighter future for your family.

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