Atty. James R. Stein

Atty. James R. Stein

James R. Stein is a lawyer practicing estate planning, trust and probate administration, elder law/medicaid planning and 11 other areas of law.

St. Peters St. Peters 39 yrs experience 39 year
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Profile Summary

About James R. Stein at a glance

James R. Stein is a Member based in St. Peters, Missouri, practicing at James R. Stein, L.C.. They have 39+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1987. Their practice focuses on divorce, trusts, child custody, probate, and family law. Admitted to practice in Missouri (1987) and U.S. District Court, Eastern District of Missouri (1991). Educated at St. Louis University School of Law (J.D., 1987) and Marist College (B.A., 1978). Recognitions include BV Distinguished. Active member of The Missouri Bar (Member, Probate and Trust Law Committee) National Academy of Elder Law Attorneys. Serands clients in St. Peters, MO and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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About

  • James R. Stein is a lawyer practicing estate planning, trust and probate administration, elder law/medicaid planning and 11 other areas of law
  • James received a B.A. degree from Marist College in 1978, and has been licensed for 39 years
  • James practices at James R. Stein, L.C. in St. Peters, MO

Practice Areas Explained

James R. Stein's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases James R. Stein 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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Trusts

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Child Custody & Visitation

James R. Stein is one of 31,241 child custody attorneys indexed nationally. Browse child custody attorneys in Missouri →

Probate

James R. Stein is one of 128,014 probate attorneys indexed nationally. Browse probate 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.

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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 St. Peters 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 R. Stein

Where is James R. Stein's law office located?
James R. Stein's law practice is located in St. Peters, Missouri. The firm is James R. Stein, L.C.. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does James R. Stein handle?
James R. Stein focuses on divorce, trusts, child custody, probate, family law. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Missouri.
How long has James R. Stein practiced law?
James R. Stein has 39+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1987.
Where did James R. Stein go to law school?
James R. Stein earned their education at (J.D., 1987); (B.A., 1978).
How can I contact James R. Stein for a consultation?
You can contact James R. Stein 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 R. Stein received?
James R. Stein's notable recognition includes: BV Distinguished.

Education

J.D.
St. Louis University School of Law
- 1987
B.A.
Marist College
- 1978

Awards

BV Distinguished

Bar Admissions

Missouri
Admitted: 1987
U.S. District Court, Eastern District of Missouri
Admitted: 1991

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