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Atty. Deborah Shelby Dees

Atty. Deborah Shelby Dees

Deborah Shelby Dees is a lawyer. Deborah Shelby received a B.S. degree from Mississippi State University in 1979, and has been licensed for 44 years.

Kansas City Kansas City 44 yrs experience 44 year
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Deborah Shelby Dees is an Attorney based in Kansas City, Missouri. They have 44+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1982. Admitted to practice in Mississippi (1982) and U.S. Tax Court (1982). Educated at University of Florida (LL.M. Taxation, 1983) and Mississippi State University (B.S., 1979). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Active member of Hinds County and American (Member, Taxation Section Employee Benefits Committee) Bar Associations The Mississippi Bar (Chairperson, Taxation Section, 1993-1994) American Law Institute IRS Gulf Coast Area TE/GE Council. Serands clients in Kansas City, MO and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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  • Deborah Shelby Dees is a lawyer
  • Deborah Shelby received a B.S. degree from Mississippi State University in 1979, and has been licensed for 44 years
  • Deborah Shelby practices in Kansas City, MO

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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Where is Deborah Shelby Dees's law office located?
Deborah Shelby Dees's law practice is located in Kansas City, Missouri. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
How long has Deborah Shelby Dees practiced law?
Deborah Shelby Dees has 44+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1982.
Where did Deborah Shelby Dees go to law school?
Deborah Shelby Dees earned their education at (LL.M. Taxation, 1983); (B.S., 1979).
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Deborah Shelby Dees's notable recognition includes: AV Preeminent.

Education

LL.M. Taxation
University of Florida
- 1983
B.S.
Mississippi State University
- 1979

Awards

AV Preeminent

Bar Admissions

Mississippi
Admitted: 1982
U.S. Tax Court
Admitted: 1982

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