Atty. James F. McLeod

Atty. James F. McLeod

James F. McLeod is a lawyer practicing wealth strategies, tax, appeals and litigation and 3 other areas of law.

Springfield Springfield 51 yrs experience 51 year
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Profile Summary

About James F. McLeod at a glance

James F. McLeod is an Of Counsel based in Springfield, Missouri, practicing at Lathrop Gage LLP. They have 51+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1975. Their practice focuses on estate planning, business, tax, and appellate. Admitted to practice in Kansas (1975) and Missouri U.S. Tax Court (1975). Educated at Washburn University School of Law (J.D., 1974) and University of Nebraska at Lincoln (B.S., 1970). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Serands clients in Springfield, MO and the surrounding metropolitan area.

Verified attorney profile · Updated June 2026

About

  • James F. McLeod is a lawyer practicing wealth strategies, tax, appeals and litigation and 3 other areas of law
  • James F. received a B.S. degree from University of Nebraska at Lincoln in 1970, and has been licensed for 51 years
  • James F. practices at Lathrop Gage LLP in Springfield, MO

Practice Areas Explained

James F. McLeod's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases James F. McLeod handles, with a brief overview of what that area of law covers.

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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Business & Corporate Law

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

James F. McLeod is one of 501,317 business attorneys indexed nationally. Browse business attorneys in Missouri →

Tax Law

Tax attorneys handle IRS audits, tax debt, international tax, estate planning, and tax court litigation.

James F. McLeod is one of 85,302 tax attorneys indexed nationally. Browse tax attorneys in Missouri →

Appellate Practice

Appellate attorneys for civil and criminal appeals at state and federal court.

James F. McLeod is one of 86,319 appellate attorneys indexed nationally. Browse appellate 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 James F. McLeod

Where is James F. McLeod's law office located?
James F. McLeod's law practice is located in Springfield, Missouri. The firm is Lathrop Gage LLP. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does James F. McLeod handle?
James F. McLeod focuses on estate planning, business, tax, appellate. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Missouri.
How long has James F. McLeod practiced law?
James F. McLeod has 51+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1975.
Where did James F. McLeod go to law school?
James F. McLeod earned their education at (J.D., 1974); (B.S., 1970).
How can I contact James F. McLeod for a consultation?
You can contact James F. McLeod 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 James F. McLeod received?
James F. McLeod's notable recognition includes: AV Preeminent.

Education

J.D.
Washburn University School of Law
- 1974
B.S.
University of Nebraska at Lincoln
- 1970

Awards

AV Preeminent

Bar Admissions

Kansas
Admitted: 1975
Missouri U.S. Tax Court
Admitted: 1975

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