Atty. Douglas Dean Lee

Atty. Douglas Dean Lee

Douglas Dean Lee is a lawyer practicing estate planning, guardianship, trust administration and 3 other areas of law. Douglas received a B.B.A. degree from University of Texas at Austin in 1990, and has been licensed for 30 years.

Springfield Springfield 30 yrs experience 30 year
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Profile Summary

About Douglas Dean Lee at a glance

Douglas Dean Lee is a Shareholder based in Springfield, Missouri, practicing at Carnahan, Evans, Cantwell & Brown, P.C.. They have 30+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1996. Their practice focuses on trusts, probate, estate planning, poa, and estate litigation. Admitted to practice in Missouri (1996). Educated at University of Arkansas (J.D., 1995) and University of Texas at Austin (B.B.A., 1990). Recognitions include BV Distinguished. Active member of Springfield Metropolitan (Past Treasurer) and American Bar Associations The Missouri Bar Greene County Estate Planning Council. Serands clients in Springfield, MO and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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About

  • Douglas Dean Lee is a lawyer practicing estate planning, guardianship, trust administration and 3 other areas of law
  • Douglas received a B.B.A. degree from University of Texas at Austin in 1990, and has been licensed for 30 years
  • Douglas practices at Carnahan, Evans, Cantwell & Brown, P.C. in Springfield, MO

Practice Areas Explained

Douglas Dean Lee's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Douglas Dean Lee handles, with a brief overview of what that area of law covers.

Trusts

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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.

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Power of Attorney

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Estate & Trust Litigation

Douglas Dean Lee is one of 20,023 estate litigation attorneys indexed nationally. Browse estate litigation 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 Springfield 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 Douglas Dean Lee

Where is Douglas Dean Lee's law office located?
Douglas Dean Lee's law practice is located in Springfield, Missouri. The firm is Carnahan, Evans, Cantwell & Brown, P.C.. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Douglas Dean Lee handle?
Douglas Dean Lee focuses on trusts, probate, estate planning, poa, estate litigation. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Missouri.
How long has Douglas Dean Lee practiced law?
Douglas Dean Lee has 30+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1996.
Where did Douglas Dean Lee go to law school?
Douglas Dean Lee earned their education at (J.D., 1995); (B.B.A., 1990).
How can I contact Douglas Dean Lee for a consultation?
You can contact Douglas Dean Lee directly through this profile page. Click "Ask the Attorney" to submit a question, or "Schedule a Consultation" to book a meeting. Most claimed-profile attorneys respond within one business day.
What awards or recognition has Douglas Dean Lee received?
Douglas Dean Lee's notable recognition includes: BV Distinguished.

Education

J.D.
University of Arkansas
- 1995
B.B.A.
University of Texas at Austin
- 1990

Awards

BV Distinguished

Bar Admissions

Missouri
Admitted: 1996

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