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Atty. Jill K. Best

Atty. Jill K. Best

Jill K. Best is a lawyer practicing divorce & separation, family law.

Kansas City Kansas City 26 yrs experience 26 year
Call (913) 624-3949 Book Appointment

Profile Summary

About Jill K. Best at a glance

Jill K. Best is an Associate based in Kansas City, Missouri, practicing at Cordell & Cordell, P.C.. They have 26+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 2000. Their practice focuses on divorce and family law. Admitted to practice in Missouri (2000) and Kansas (2001). Educated at University of Missouri at Kansas City (J.D., 2000) and Southwest Missouri State University (B.A., 1997). Serands clients in Kansas City, MO and the surrounding metropolitan area.

Verified attorney profile · Updated June 2026

About

  • Jill K. Best is a lawyer practicing divorce & separation, family law
  • Jill received a B.A. degree from Southwest Missouri State University in 1997, and has been licensed for 26 years
  • Jill practices at Cordell & Cordell, P.C. in Kansas City, MO

Practice Areas Explained

Jill K. Best's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Jill K. Best 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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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 Kansas City 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 Jill K. Best

Where is Jill K. Best's law office located?
Jill K. Best's law practice is located in Kansas City, Missouri. The firm is Cordell & Cordell, P.C.. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Jill K. Best handle?
Jill K. Best focuses on divorce, family law. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Missouri.
How long has Jill K. Best practiced law?
Jill K. Best has 26+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 2000.
Where did Jill K. Best go to law school?
Jill K. Best earned their education at (J.D., 2000); (B.A., 1997).
How can I contact Jill K. Best for a consultation?
You can contact Jill K. Best 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.

Education

J.D.
University of Missouri at Kansas City
- 2000
B.A.
Southwest Missouri State University
- 1997

Bar Admissions

Missouri
Admitted: 2000
Kansas
Admitted: 2001

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