Atty. James M. Kelly

Atty. James M. Kelly

James M. Kelly is a lawyer practicing divorce & separation, bankruptcy & debt, general practice and 5 other areas of law.

Republic Republic 54 yrs experience 54 year
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Profile Summary

About James M. Kelly at a glance

James M. Kelly is a Member based in Republic, Missouri, practicing at James M. Kelly Attorney at Law. They have 54+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1972. Their practice focuses on divorce, probate, criminal defense, family law, and real estate. Admitted to practice in Missouri Indiana (1972). Educated at St. Louis University J.D. (—) and University of Missouri B.S.B.A. (—). Recognitions include BV Distinguished. Serands clients in Republic, MO and the surrounding metropolitan area.

Verified attorney profile · Updated June 2026

About

  • James M. Kelly is a lawyer practicing divorce & separation, bankruptcy & debt, general practice and 5 other areas of law
  • James received a B.S.B.A. degree from University of Missouri, and has been licensed for 54 years
  • James practices at James M. Kelly Attorney at Law in Republic, MO

Practice Areas Explained

James M. Kelly's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases James M. Kelly 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.

James M. Kelly is one of 50,487 divorce attorneys indexed nationally. Browse divorce attorneys in Missouri →

Probate

James M. Kelly is one of 128,014 probate attorneys indexed nationally. Browse probate 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.

James M. Kelly is one of 214,270 criminal defense attorneys indexed nationally. Browse criminal defense attorneys in Missouri →

Family Law

Family law attorneys handle divorce, child custody, child support, adoption, prenups, and protective orders. Find verified family lawyers near you.

James M. Kelly is one of 187,066 family law attorneys indexed nationally. Browse family law attorneys in Missouri →

Real Estate Law

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

James M. Kelly 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 Republic 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 M. Kelly

Where is James M. Kelly's law office located?
James M. Kelly's law practice is located in Republic, Missouri. The firm is James M. Kelly Attorney at Law. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does James M. Kelly handle?
James M. Kelly focuses on divorce, probate, criminal defense, family law, real estate. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Missouri.
How long has James M. Kelly practiced law?
James M. Kelly has 54+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1972.
Where did James M. Kelly go to law school?
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How can I contact James M. Kelly for a consultation?
You can contact James M. Kelly 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 M. Kelly received?
James M. Kelly's notable recognition includes: BV Distinguished.

Education

St. Louis University J.D.
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University of Missouri B.S.B.A.
- In Progress

Awards

BV Distinguished

Bar Admissions

Missouri Indiana
Admitted: 1972

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