Atty. J Christopher Allen

Atty. J Christopher Allen

J Christopher Allen practices at Allen & Rector, PC Read Full Bio

Lebanon Lebanon 38 yrs experience 38 year
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About J Christopher Allen at a glance

J Christopher Allen is a Member based in Lebanon, Missouri, practicing at Allen & Rector, PC. They have 38+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1988. Their practice focuses on divorce, child custody, trusts, criminal defense, and estate planning. Admitted to practice in Missouri (1988) and U.S. District Court, Western District of Missouri (1988). Educated at University of Missouri at Columbia (J.D., 1988) and Drury College (B.A., 1985). Recognitions include BV Distinguished. Active member of Laclede County and American Bar Associations The Missouri Bar. Serands clients in Lebanon, MO and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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J Christopher Allen practices at Allen & Rector, PC Read Full Bio

Practice Areas Explained

J Christopher Allen's Areas of Practice

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

Divorce

A divorce attorney guides you through property division, spousal support, custody, and the final decree — contested or uncontested.

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Child Custody & Visitation

J Christopher Allen is one of 31,241 child custody attorneys indexed nationally. Browse child custody attorneys in Missouri →

Trusts

J Christopher Allen is one of 104,172 trusts attorneys indexed nationally. Browse trusts attorneys in Missouri →

Criminal Defense

A criminal defense attorney protects your rights from arrest through trial. Find experienced lawyers handling DUI, drug, federal, theft, and violent-crime charges.

J Christopher Allen is one of 214,271 criminal defense attorneys indexed nationally. Browse criminal defense attorneys in Missouri →

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.

J Christopher Allen is one of 226,537 estate planning attorneys indexed nationally. Browse estate planning 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 Lebanon 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 J Christopher Allen

Where is J Christopher Allen's law office located?
J Christopher Allen's law practice is located in Lebanon, Missouri. The firm is Allen & Rector, PC. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does J Christopher Allen handle?
J Christopher Allen focuses on divorce, child custody, trusts, criminal defense, estate planning. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Missouri.
How long has J Christopher Allen practiced law?
J Christopher Allen has 38+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1988.
Where did J Christopher Allen go to law school?
J Christopher Allen earned their education at (J.D., 1988); (B.A., 1985).
How can I contact J Christopher Allen for a consultation?
You can contact J Christopher Allen 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 J Christopher Allen received?
J Christopher Allen's notable recognition includes: BV Distinguished.

Education

J.D.
University of Missouri at Columbia
- 1988
B.A.
Drury College
- 1985

Awards

BV Distinguished

Bar Admissions

Missouri
Admitted: 1988
U.S. District Court, Western District of Missouri
Admitted: 1988

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