Atty. Bert Michael Godding
Bert Michael Godding is a lawyer practicing criminal defense, felonies, misdemeanors and 2 other areas of law. Bert received a B.A. degree from Baker University in 1989, and has been licensed for 33 years.
Criminal Defense & More Attorney · Serving Kansas City, MO · 33+ Years Experience
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About Bert Michael Godding at a Glance
Bert Michael Godding is an Asst. Pub. Def. based in Kansas City, Missouri. They have 33+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1993. Their practice focuses on divorce, criminal defense, and juvenile. Admitted to practice in Missouri (1993) and Kansas (1995). Educated at University of Missouri at Kansas City (J.D., 1993) and Baker University (B.A., 1989). Recognitions include BV Distinguished. Serves clients in Kansas City, MO and the surrounding metropolitan area.
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About Bert Michael Godding
- Bert Michael Godding is a lawyer practicing criminal defense, felonies, misdemeanors and 2 other areas of law
- Bert received a B.A. degree from Baker University in 1989, and has been licensed for 33 years
- Bert practices in Kansas City, MO
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Bert Michael Godding's Areas of Legal Practice
Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Bert Michael Godding handles, with a practical overview of what that area of law involves and how it may apply to your situation in Kansas City.
Divorce in Kansas City
A divorce attorney guides you through property division, spousal support, custody, and the final decree — contested or uncontested.
Bert Michael Godding is one of 50,071 divorce attorneys indexed nationally. Browse divorce attorneys in Missouri →
Criminal Defense in Kansas City
A criminal defense attorney protects your rights from arrest through trial. Find experienced lawyers handling DUI, drug, federal, theft, and violent-crime charges.
Bert Michael Godding is one of 212,605 criminal defense attorneys indexed nationally. Browse criminal defense attorneys in Missouri →
Juvenile Law in Kansas City
Bert Michael Godding is one of 30,433 juvenile attorneys indexed nationally. Browse juvenile attorneys in Missouri →
Jurisdictional Context
Why Local Counsel Matters in Kansas City
Practicing law in Missouri. Legal matters in Missouri are governed by state-specific rules of civil and criminal procedure, statutes of limitations, and substantive law. Cases originating in Kansas City are typically filed in the local municipal court or the appropriate Missouri state district court, depending on subject matter and amount in controversy. An attorney licensed in Missouri brings working knowledge of local procedural deadlines, judicial practices in this venue, and the substantive law that applies to cases brought here. Out-of-state attorneys generally cannot represent clients in Missouri courts without local counsel or pro hac vice admission.
Kansas City Courts and Legal Process
Choosing a Kansas City-based attorney means your counsel already knows the local docketing timelines, preferred filing formats, and how individual judges typically rule on procedural motions — details that only come from practicing in this jurisdiction day after day. That local familiarity can translate to better strategy, faster filings, and fewer costly surprises.
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Professional Profile
Why Clients in Kansas City Choose Bert Michael Godding
Selecting an attorney is one of the most consequential decisions you can make when a legal matter arises. Below are the core qualities that distinguish Bert Michael Godding's practice in the field of divorce, criminal defense, and juvenile.
Decade-Tested Legal Experience
Bert Michael Godding brings 33+ years of hands-on legal practice — enough to have navigated the recurring fact patterns, procedural traps, and negotiation dynamics that shape case outcomes.
Multi-State Bar Admission
Licensed in Missouri and Kansas, Bert Michael Godding can represent clients in cases that span state lines or require counsel in multiple jurisdictions.
Broad Practice Area Coverage
Covering divorce, criminal defense, and juvenile, Bert Michael Godding can address the full spectrum of a client's legal needs without requiring referrals to separate specialists for each issue.
Local Presence in Kansas City
A Kansas City-based practice means Bert Michael Godding attends hearings in the same courthouses, knows the local clerks, and understands the unwritten scheduling norms that affect every case filed here.
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