Divorce & Separation lawyers in Missouri James Leightner to Kelly Keefe

Firm: James J. Leightner

Suite 600 , Clayton , Missouri 63105

Practice Areas: Divorce & Separation

James Leightner is partner and co-founder of the Law Offices of Diekman & Leightner.  James received his Bachelors of Arts degree in Economics from the University of Missouri-Columbia in 1983 and graduated from St. Louis University School of Law in 1986.  As a graduate of Chaminade High School, James is a lifelong member of the St. Louis Community and has resided in St. Louis for his entire life.. James passionately represents his clients in the areas of family law, which includes divorces, legal separations, domestic partnerships, partition suits, child custody, child support, and paternity.  In addition to family law, James is skilled in the areas of business/corporation, tax matters, and estate planning.  He has practiced in St. Louis and the surrounding counties for more than 30 years, and he is devoted to aggressively protecting the interests of his clients and helping them navigate through often difficult and complex legal situations to achieve optimal resolutions.  James believes that by taking an assertive approach, he can attain the best possible results, whether through settlement or trial.. James Leightner is licensed to practice law in all the State Courts of Missouri, as well as the Federal District Court for the Eastern District of Missouri, the U.S. Court of Appeals for the Eighth Circuit, and the United States Tax Court.  Through his education, his many years in practice, and his various areas of expertise, James is committed to ensuring that his clients receive complete and total analysis and representation in all aspects of the matters which they present for legal assistance

Firm: The Garrett Law Firm

114 Adams St. , Branson , Missouri 65616

Practice Areas: Divorce, Criminal Defense, DUI & DWI, Mediation, Personal Injury, Divorce & Separation, Divorce & Separation

Joshua Garrett is a graduate of the Washburn University School of Law and is licensed to practice in Missouri. Once employed at Smith Law Firm, he has now opened his own firm, The Garrett Law Firm in Branson, MO, with an interest in  criminal, family, and personal injury law. He is one of only a handful of Rule 12 approved mediators in Taney County, a certified GAL, and the President of the Taney County Bar Association.. At Washburn, Joshua graduated with a Juris Doctorate in only two years and was the winner of the Max Rowinsky Award for Excellence in Trial Advocacy and the Irvine E. Ungerman Award for Excellence in Clinical Practice. Prior to law school, Joshua was born in Springfield, Missouri and spent the past ten years working as a political consultant on various campaigns throughout the country.. Joshua currently lives in Springfield with his wife, Lara and their two children.

Firm: The Law Offices of Kelli D. Wulff, LLC

4200 Little Blue Parkway , Independence , Missouri 64057

Practice Areas: Divorce & Separation

Firm: Kelisen Binder

9229 Ward Parkway , Kansas City , Missouri 64114

Practice Areas: Divorce & Separation

Kelisen is passionate about advocating for her clients and guiding people through their legal issues. She understands that each client is facing a unique challenge.  She is ready to offer sound legal advice using a down-to-earth and empathetic approach.. Kelisen has experience both in front of and behind the bench. Prior to founding The Binder Firm, she served as the judicial law clerk for the Honorable Janette R. Rodecap of the Jackson County Court. Having the privilege and responsibility of clerking for a judge provided Kelisen with a multidimensional understanding of how the judicial system works. Kelisen has dedicated her practice to Family and Criminal Law. She has represented clients in dissolutions of marriage, modification of custody and child support actions, establishment of child support actions, adoption matters, paternity actions, misdemeanor and felony charges. She is also frequently appointed by Judges as a Guardian ad Litem, someone who will advocate for the best interest of a child in court proceedings.. Kelisen Molloy is a native of Missouri, born and raised in Chillicothe. Kelisen graduated from Evangel University in Springfield with a degree in Public Administration and Spanish. In 2013, Kelisen received her Juris Doctor degree from the University of Missouri-Columbia School of Law.

Firm: Van Matre Law Firm, P.C.

1103 E Broadway , Columbia , Missouri 65201

Practice Areas: Divorce & Separation

Kayla Welch is a long-time resident of Columbia and attended Stephens College, graduating summa cum laude with a degree in Psychology and later graduating summa cum laude with a second degree in Criminal Justice from Indiana Wesleyan University. Kayla joined Columbia Family Law Group as a law clerk in 2019 and began working as an attorney after graduating from the University of Missouri, Columbia School of Law. Kayla joined Van Matre Law Firm in January 2024. While in law school, Kayla participated in the Innocence Project Clinic working to investigate appellate criminal cases on the grounds of actual innocence, served as an Associate Managing Editor on the Journal of Dispute Resolution, and published her article: Restorative Justice: An Alternative Dispute Resolution Approach to Criminal Behavior.. While completing her education, Kayla spent more than five years honing her advocacy skills in Juvenile Court while volunteering as a Court Appointed Special Advocate for children. This experience allowed her to work with other family law attorneys, Guardians ad Litem, juvenile officers, and social workers to learn how to effectively pursue the best interests of children in various cases.. As an adoptee herself, Kayla understands the personal and significant impact on individual family members when a family case is filed and has a passion for helping her clients obtain the best outcome for their families. During her time working in the legal field, Kayla has gained experience preparing financial agreements and settlements, child custody and support agreements, and adoption filings. Now, she works to help clients on matters involving Divorce, Modification, Child Custody, Child Support, Guardianships, Adoptions, and Juvenile cases.

Firm: Joyce Law Firm

625 E Veterans Memorial Pkwy , Warrenton , Missouri 63383

Practice Areas: Divorce, Family, Juvenile, Estate Planning, Speeding Ticket, Landlord & Tenant, Divorce & Separation

I am a lifelong resident of Warren County.  I joined my father's law practice in 2015 and took over after his retirement in 2020.. My largest practice areas are non-contested Family law, Guardian ad Litem, Juvenile Law, Estate Planning, Probate, Landlord/Tenant disputes, and mediation.. I practice in both Warren and Montgomery Counties.

Firm: Crozier Law, LLC

800 E. 101st Terr , Kansas City , Missouri 64133

Practice Areas: Divorce & Separation

Justin M. Crozier was an Army Soldier for over 10 years, working as a Mental Health Specialist and a Combat Medic while he was enlisted.  During that time he earned an MBA and was comissioned as a Medical Officer, leaving the army as a Captain.. Following his time in the military, Justin went to law school at UMKC.  He excelled in criminal law and in issues relating to trial.  He interned at the Johnson County District Attorney's office and worked for Dempsey & Kingsland working on civil litigation issues.  He finished his law school career at The Flynn Law Firm, focusing on contract disputes, personal injury, and a variety of other civil litigation issues.. Justin is focused on bringing the high level of dedication he brought to the military to representing clients throughout the Kansas City Area.

Firm: McCarver Law Firm LLC

307 East Karsch Blvd , Farmington , Missouri 63640

Practice Areas: Divorce & Separation

Julie was born in St. Louis, Missouri, and graduated from Festus R-6 High School, after which she obtained her Bachelor of Arts degrees from the University of Missouri and her Law Degree from the University of Kansas.. Julie is licensed to practice in both Missouri and Kansas and is also licensed to practice in federal courts in both Missouri and Kansas.. Julie currently owns her own law firm, McCarver Law Firm LLC, in Farmington, Missouri, and practices in Jefferson County, St. Francois County, Washington County, Ste. Genevieve County, Madison County and Iron County, Missouri.  Prior to owning her own firm, Julie worked for the Hillsboro, Missouri, law firm Kramer & Hand, LLC, practicing primarily in the areas of family and juvenile law.  Before practicing with Kramer & Hand, LLC, Julie practiced with Brown & James, P.C. in Kansas City, Missouri, practicing primarily in the area of insurance defense litigation.

Firm: Knight Law, LLC

423 Jackson Street , Saint Charles , Missouri 63301

Practice Areas: Divorce & Separation

Knight Law, LLC is a dynamic, full-service law firm located in the historic district just blocks from the County Courthouse, the brick streets of Old St. Charles and the waterfront of the Missouri River.  Attorney Joshua Knight is committed to client satisfaction and case success and is dedicated to providing clients with legal representation that is top quality and affordable.

Firm: Joseph Scott Law, LLC

205 Park Central East , Springfield , Missouri 65806

Practice Areas: Divorce & Separation

Firm: Murphy, Taylor, Siemens & Elliott, P.C.

3007 Frederick Ave. , Saint Joseph , Missouri 64506

Practice Areas: Divorce & Separation

Firm: Midwest Center for Law and Justice

1801 W. Norton Rd. , Springfield , Missouri 65803

Practice Areas: Divorce & Separation

I started my career working on behalf of the people of Greene County because I like to help people achieve a fair and just result within our legal system. I fought for victims and sought to be fair to those I prosecuted. I will use that sense of justice to fight for your benefit so that you receive the result you deserve. When it is possible, I will encourage a fair settlement that does not unnecessarily drive up your legal costs, but when it isn't, I am prepared to take your case through trial and be a fierce advocate for your rights.

Firm: Klobasa Law, LLC

2124 Bow Tree Court , Chesterfield , Missouri 63005

Practice Areas: Divorce & Separation

If you are looking for a lawyer who keeps you posted every step of the way and returns calls and emails within 24 hours then you've found him. Your matter will be handled by me personally and not passed off to someone with less experience. I pride myself on superior results and the utmost discretion.. I am a St. Louis native and have been practicing law in metropolitan  St. Louis since 1975.  My primary areas of practice are divorce/family law (including divorce, legal separation, child custody, child support, maintenance, division of property Orders of Protection and general litigation (both individual and business litigation).  I keep my case load to a manageable level so that I can give each case the attention that it deserves.   I assume exclusive responsibility for each matter and I make sure that my clients understand the law and their rights.  Client satisfaction is my primary goal.  My practice reaches throughout Missouri with most cases being in the counties of St. Louis, Franklin, Jefferson and Lincoln, as well as the City of St. Louis.  I have also tried cases from Maine to California.  Please give me your serious consideration, as I will give you and your matter the attention they deserve.. The choice and hiring of a lawyer is an important decision and should not be based solely on advertising.

Firm: Ahearn Kershman, LLC

230 S Bemiston Avenue , Clayton , Missouri 63366

Practice Areas: Divorce & Separation

John D. Kershman is a founding partner at Ahearn Kershman, LLC in Clayton, Missouri. John focuses his practice on family law litigation and mediation in Missouri. He has assisted clients in collaborative family law matters and mediation as well as cases involving divorce, modification, paternity, child custody, adoption, contempt, international child custody (Hague Convention), and appeals. John is a member of the Hague Convention Attorney Network through the U.S. Department of State.. John received his Juris Doctorate from Washington University Law School in St. Louis. He earned his B.S. from St. John's University in New York, and his Master's Degree in Business from Webster University in St. Louis. He is admitted to practice in Missouri, including the Eastern and Western Federal Districts of Missouri as well as the Eighth Circuit Court of Appeals.. He is a member of the IACP - International Academy of Collaborative Professionals, as well as, the AMM - Association of Missouri Mediators, and the APFM - Academy of Professional Family Mediators. He has been recognized by the National Association of Distinguished Counsel as a Member of the Top One Percent Attorneys since 2015 and has maintained an AVVO Superb 10.0/10.0 Rating since 2014.. John has been an Adjunct Professor of Law at Washington University Law School since 2007 in their Trial and Advocacy Program and the Law School's LLM program. He is an instructor in the LLM program's Introduction to U.S. Law and Methods. And, he is an instructor in Introduction to Education Law in the Law School's Master's Program.. In his spare time, John and his wife Kim enjoy outdoor activities with their rescue pup children Layla and Stitch.

Firm: Cavanagh & Associates

7800 Forsyth Blvd , Saint Louis , Missouri 63105

Practice Areas: Divorce & Separation

For more information, visit Attorney Cavanagh's page at:. Jack Cavanagh graduated from St. Louis University School of Law and began his career handling Personal Injury cases.. From there, Jack worked at the St. Louis County Prosecuting Attorney's Office, where he gained invaluable experience handling complex criminal cases including drug offenses, violent crimes and sex crimes.. After leaving the Prosecutor's Office, Jack opened his own law practice. Over the years, Jack has handled a wide variety of legal matters including Family Law, Criminal Law, Personal Injury, Medical Malpractice and Business Law.. Jack also has extensive experience in the area of Municipal Law, and presently serves as Legal Counsel for the Metro West Fire Protection District.. Jack has more than 50 years of legal experience, and he has tried hundreds of cases to judge and jury. He has the knowledge and experiene necessary to handle your legal matter and provide you with the individualized, quality representation you deserve.. *The choice of a lawyer is an important decision and should not be based solely on advertisements.

Firm: The Coulter Law Firm, LLC

8820 Ladue Road , Saint Louis , Missouri 63141

Practice Areas: Divorce & Separation

Joan A. Coulter is the founding attorney of The Coulter Law Firm, LLC.  With more than a decade experience, Joan focuses her practice on Family Law, and Litigation.  She counsels clients on their rights and case strategy in Dissolutions, Paternity Actions, Motions to Modify, Adoptions, and concerning Child or Spousal Support.  Her services include:

Firm: The Law Office of Jessica L Schumacher, LLC

9666 Olive Blvd , Saint Louis , Missouri 63132

Practice Areas: Divorce & Separation

Firm: Speckman Law, LLC

1308 NE Windsor Drive , Lees Summit , Missouri 64086

Practice Areas: Divorce & Separation

Jessica Forgione Speckman is an attorney in the Lee’s Summit area who is knowledgeable and experienced in the area of Family Law. She is dedicated to serving her client’s needs by spending the time to get to know her clients and their concerns. As an attorney, communication and the ability to understand a client’s needs are important tools in assessing legal options and advocating for real life solutions. In addition, Jessica believes being accessible to her clients, giving them the added peace of mind they need.. Jessica is licensed in the State of Missouri and has lived in Jackson County since 2010. In 2012, she graduated from the University of Missouri with a degree in political science and a minor in criminal justice after receiving an Associate’s degree from Northwest Florida State College. She later graduated from the University of Missouri – Kansas City School of Law with a Juris Doctorate degree in 2016. Her passion for justice and helping families led her to focus her studies in Family Law and allowed her to work on cases pro bono through the UMKC Family Law Clinic.. While a student, Jessica Interned for the Jackson County Support Division and worked as an intern and as a law clerk for the Jackson County Juvenile Office. She also worked on the Journal for the American Academy of Matrimonial Lawyers, which published her article: Trafficking and the Child Welfare System Link: An Analysis in the 28th volumeof the Journal in 2016.. After graduating, Jessica worked as a Research Assistant for the 16th Circuit Court of Jackson County Family Court Division in Assessment and Development and as a Junior Associate at Stange Law Firm, PC before starting her own practice under the name Speckman Law, LLC.. Jessica decided to pursue Family Law because of her passion for helping people. That is why she believes in giving her clients the same attention she would expect and that they deserve. She is also passionate about finding practical solutions for difficult Family Law matters. If you have a Family Law matter, contact Speckman Law, LLC to find out how an attorney can assist you with your case.. Education:. University of Missouri-Kansas City School of Law, Kansas City, Missouri. Juris Doctorate. University of Missouri-Kansas City. Major: Political Science. Minor: Criminal Justice. Northwest Florida State College. Associate Degree. Published Work:. Trafficking and the Child Welfare System Link: An Analysis, American Academy of Matrimonial Lawyers, March 15, 2016

Firm: J. Rench Law Firm, LLC

230 S. Bemiston Ave. , Saint Louis , Missouri 63105

Practice Areas: Divorce & Separation

Jennifer L. Rench is a family law attorney, divorce mediator, and owner of J. Rench Law Firm, LLC | St. Louis Divorce and Mediation. Her philosophy is to help clients resolve legal matters in the most effective way possible. She accomplishes this through communication, collaboration, interest-based negotiations, and other progressive strategies. Her values center on understand her clients’ needs and meeting those needs using her legal experience and problem solving skills.  While she has served in other areas of law, family law is especially fulfilling for Jennifer.  She is particularly driven to create practical family-focused solutions for clients with children. Jennifer’s aim with every client is to ease high-conflict situations by developing well-informed solutions, while also protecting the rights of her clients. Her other aim is to educate her clients in order to bring clarity and understanding to a complex situation.  She has extensive experience helping clients identify issues and negotiate agreements.  Jennifer is a passionate supporter of the Collaborative Family Law Association, volunteering her experience and skills to help educate the public about a variety of divorce options, such as divorce mediation, collaborative divorce, and other alternative divorce resolution processes.

Firm: Keefe Family Law, LLC

3500 NE Ralph Powell Rd., Suite A , Lees Summit , Missouri 64064

Practice Areas: Divorce & Separation

Kelly Keefe focuses her practice on the area of family law, representing clients in divorce, child support, child custody, paternity, order of protection, and adoption proceedings. She is passionate about working with families and dedicated to providing individualized legal services to meet her clients' needs. Kelly understands the importance of being accessible to clients and assisting them throughout each step of the legal process.  Kelly has personal experience in a highly contested custody matter. This allows her to relate to her clients experience and serves as her motivation to fight for her clients.. Kelly Keefe was born and raised in Utah where she graduated from Dixie State University with a Bachelor of Science in Criminal Justice. Kelly moved to Missouri to attend the University of Missouri-Kansas City School of Law. While in law school, Kelly focused her education on the area of family law participating in the Child and Family Services Clinic and Guardian ad Litem Clinic wherein she represented clients as a Rule 13 Certified Attorney in family law matters.. While attending law school, Kelly worked as a law clerk at The Worstell Law Firm. After graduation, Kelly began worked as an Associate Attorney at The Worstell Law Firm, gaining experience in representing clients in uncontested and contested family law matters. In 2019, Kelly started her own family law practice in Lee's Summit, Missouri.