Atty. Joel Uffman
Divorce can be a long and complicated process resulting in lots of questions and concerns about your situation. You need a lawyer you can trust to handle the stresses and problems that may arise during your case.
Child Custody & More Attorney · Serving St. Louis, MO · 10+ Years Experience
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About Joel Uffman at a Glance
Joel Uffman is a Team Leader Attorney based in St. Louis, Missouri. They have 10+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 2016. Their practice focuses on divorce, child custody, family law, child support, and poa. Admitted to practice in Missouri (2016). Educated at Saint Louis University School of Law J.D. (—) and Missouri Baptist University B.A.S. (—). Serves clients in St. Louis, MO and the surrounding metropolitan area.
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About Joel Uffman
- Divorce can be a long and complicated process resulting in lots of questions and concerns about your situation
- You need a lawyer you can trust to handle the stresses and problems that may arise during your case
- Joel Uffman is a caring Team Leader Attorney for Stange Law Firm, PC, and he can assist clients throughout Franklin Country and the surrounding areas from the firm’s Union, Missouri office location
- Joel attended St. Louis University School of Law where he earned his Juris Doctorate and also was a Dean’s Scholarship recipient
- Before earning his law degree, he attended Missouri Baptist University where he obtained his Bachelor of Applied Science degree
- Joel is currently licensed and ready to assist clients in the State of Missouri
- Joel is Lead Counsel Rated for divorce and family law
- Since 1997, Lead Counsel Status Verified has been granted to attorneys who possess the right professional experience and a spotless record
- Before joining the Franklin County Divorce Lawyers at Stange Law Firm, PC, Joel began his legal career doing Litigation Support in the form of E-Discovery
- Contracting to work on a per task basis in tandem with the lead attorneys on various projects, he would peruse extensive databases of Discovery for sensitive information that would help or harm a case
- The cases that he worked on ranged from civil contract claims to Multi District Litigation involving the opioid crisis
- In 2021, Joel became a Public Defender
- In this role he fought hard for those clients who could not afford their own attorneys in the State of Missouri
- He then transitioned to a law firm in St. Louis that litigates civil cases and gained experience and spent a great amount of time in the courtroom advocating for all of his clients’ needs
- When Joel is not busy assisting his clients, he enjoys spending his free time with his wife at local wineries and also watching sports and his favorite shows on TV
- He also enjoys playing league volleyball every week
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- Honors and Awards • Lead Counsel Rated in Divorce and Family Law, since 2022
Practice Areas Explained
Joel Uffman's Areas of Legal Practice
Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Joel Uffman handles, with a practical overview of what that area of law involves and how it may apply to your situation in St. Louis.
Divorce in St. Louis
A divorce attorney guides you through property division, spousal support, custody, and the final decree — contested or uncontested.
Joel Uffman is one of 50,071 divorce attorneys indexed nationally. Browse divorce attorneys in Missouri →
Child Custody & Visitation in St. Louis
Joel Uffman is one of 30,982 child custody attorneys indexed nationally. Browse child custody attorneys in Missouri →
Family Law in St. Louis
Family law attorneys handle divorce, child custody, child support, adoption, prenups, and protective orders. Find verified family lawyers near you.
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Child Support in St. Louis
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Power of Attorney in St. Louis
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Jurisdictional Context
Why Local Counsel Matters in St. Louis
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. Louis 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 venue, 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.
St. Louis Courts and Legal Process
Choosing a St. Louis-based attorney means your counsel already knows the local docketing timelines, preferred filing formats, and how individual judges typically rule on procedural motions — details that only come from practicing in this jurisdiction day after day. That local familiarity can translate to better strategy, faster filings, and fewer costly surprises.
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Professional Profile
Why Clients in St. Louis Choose Joel Uffman
Selecting an attorney is one of the most consequential decisions you can make when a legal matter arises. Below are the core qualities that distinguish Joel Uffman's practice in the field of divorce, child custody, family law, child support, and poa.
Decade-Tested Legal Experience
Joel Uffman brings 10+ years of hands-on legal practice — enough to have navigated the recurring fact patterns, procedural traps, and negotiation dynamics that shape case outcomes.
Broad Practice Area Coverage
Covering divorce, child custody, and family law, Joel Uffman can address the full spectrum of a client's legal needs without requiring referrals to separate specialists for each issue.
Local Presence in St. Louis
A St. Louis-based practice means Joel Uffman attends hearings in the same courthouses, knows the local clerks, and understands the unwritten scheduling norms that affect every case filed here.
Case Types
Common Legal Issues Joel Uffman Handles in St. Louis
Below is a representative sample of the types of matters Joel Uffman has experience with under Missouri law. If your situation involves one of these case categories, this attorney may be well positioned to help you understand your options.
This list is illustrative, not exhaustive. Contact Joel Uffman directly to discuss the specifics of your situation.
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