Atty. Charles J. Schmelzer

Atty. Charles J. Schmelzer

Charles J. Schmelzer is a lawyer practicing real estate, business law, estate planning and 2 other areas of law.

Kansas City Kansas City 56 yrs experience 56 year
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Profile Summary

About Charles J. Schmelzer at a glance

Charles J. Schmelzer is a Managing Partner based in Kansas City, Missouri, practicing at The Schmelzer Law Firm, L.C.. They have 56+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1970. Their practice focuses on trusts, probate, estate planning, business, and real estate. Admitted to practice in Missouri (1970). Educated at University of Missouri (J.D., 1970) and Beloit College (A.B., 1967). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Active member of Kansas City Metropolitan (Member, Real Estate Law Committee Chairman, 1993) and American (Member, Real Property, Probate and Trust Law Section) Bar Associations The Missouri Bar Lawyers Association of Kansas City Wealth Counsel. Serands clients in Kansas City, MO and the surrounding metropolitan area.

Verified attorney profile · Updated June 2026

About

  • Charles J. Schmelzer is a lawyer practicing real estate, business law, estate planning and 2 other areas of law
  • Charles received a A.B. degree from Beloit College in 1967, and has been licensed for 56 years
  • Charles practices at The Schmelzer Law Firm, L.C. in Kansas City, MO

Practice Areas Explained

Charles J. Schmelzer's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Charles J. Schmelzer handles, with a brief overview of what that area of law covers.

Trusts

Charles J. Schmelzer is one of 104,171 trusts attorneys indexed nationally. Browse trusts attorneys in Missouri →

Probate

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Estate Planning & Probate

An estate planning attorney prepares wills, trusts, powers of attorney, and healthcare directives to protect your family and pass on your assets.

Charles J. Schmelzer is one of 226,536 estate planning attorneys indexed nationally. Browse estate planning attorneys in Missouri →

Business & Corporate Law

Business attorneys advise founders and growing companies on entity formation, contracts, financing, M&A, and dispute resolution.

Charles J. Schmelzer is one of 501,317 business attorneys indexed nationally. Browse business attorneys in Missouri →

Real Estate Law

Real estate attorneys handle home purchases, sales, commercial transactions, title disputes, and landlord-tenant matters.

Charles J. Schmelzer is one of 316,149 real estate attorneys indexed nationally. Browse real estate attorneys in Missouri →

Jurisdictional Context

Why local counsel matters in Missouri

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 andnue, 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.

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Frequently Asked

Common questions about Charles J. Schmelzer

Where is Charles J. Schmelzer's law office located?
Charles J. Schmelzer's law practice is located in Kansas City, Missouri. The firm is The Schmelzer Law Firm, L.C.. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Charles J. Schmelzer handle?
Charles J. Schmelzer focuses on trusts, probate, estate planning, business, real estate. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Missouri.
How long has Charles J. Schmelzer practiced law?
Charles J. Schmelzer has 56+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1970.
Where did Charles J. Schmelzer go to law school?
Charles J. Schmelzer earned their education at (J.D., 1970); (A.B., 1967).
How can I contact Charles J. Schmelzer for a consultation?
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What awards or recognition has Charles J. Schmelzer received?
Charles J. Schmelzer's notable recognition includes: AV Preeminent.

Education

J.D.
University of Missouri
- 1970
A.B.
Beloit College
- 1967

Awards

AV Preeminent

Bar Admissions

Missouri
Admitted: 1970

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