Atty. John David Kershman

Atty. John David Kershman

John David Kershman is a lawyer practicing divorce, family law, child custody and 86 other areas of law. John received a B.S. degree from St.

Clayton Clayton 22 yrs experience 22 year
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About John David Kershman at a glance

John David Kershman is a Member based in Clayton, Missouri, practicing at Ahearn Kershman, LLC. They have 22+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 2004. Their practice focuses on divorce, child custody, personal injury, family law, and estate planning. Admitted to practice in Missouri (2004). Educated at Washington University School of Law (J.D., 2004) and St. John's University (B.S. Webster, 1990). Active member of The Missouri Bar American Bar Association. Serands clients in Clayton, MO and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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About

  • John David Kershman is a lawyer practicing divorce, family law, child custody and 86 other areas of law
  • John received a B.S. degree from St. John's University in 1990, and has been licensed for 22 years
  • John practices at Ahearn Kershman, LLC in Clayton, MO

Practice Areas Explained

John David Kershman's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases John David Kershman 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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Child Custody & Visitation

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Personal Injury

Personal injury attorneys help accident victims recover compensation for medical bills, lost wages, and pain & suffering. Most work on contingency — no fee unless you win.

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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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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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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 Clayton 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 John David Kershman

Where is John David Kershman's law office located?
John David Kershman's law practice is located in Clayton, Missouri. The firm is Ahearn Kershman, LLC. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does John David Kershman handle?
John David Kershman focuses on divorce, child custody, personal injury, family law, estate planning. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Missouri.
How long has John David Kershman practiced law?
John David Kershman has 22+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 2004.
Where did John David Kershman go to law school?
John David Kershman earned their education at (J.D., 2004); (B.S. Webster, 1990).
How can I contact John David Kershman for a consultation?
You can contact John David Kershman 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.

Practice Areas

Child Custody Divorce Family Law Adoption Adoptions Agency Adoptions Alimony Annulment Appellate Practice Assisted Reproductive Technology Child Abduction Child Abuse and Neglect Child Advocacy Child Care Child Custody Mediation Child Dependency Child Protection Child Sexual Abuse Child Support Child Welfare Childrens' Rights Civil Unions Cohabitation Agreements Collaborative Family Law Community Property Law Contempt Day Care Divorce Arbitration Divorce Mediation Divorce Taxation Domestic Partnerships Domestic Relations Domestic Torts Domestic Violence Education Equitable Distribution Estate Planning Family Arbitration Family Mediation Fathers Rights Foster Care Gay and Lesbian Family Law Grandparent Visitation Grandparents Custody Grandparents Visitation Rights Guardianships Independent Adoptions International Adoptions International Child Abduction International Child Custody International Family Law Interstate Adoptions Interstate Child Custody Interstate Support Juvenile Dependency Juvenile Law Legal Separation Marital Agreements Marital Property Distribution Marital Property Law Marital Property Settlements Matrimonial Bankruptcy Law Matrimonial Law Military Divorce Modifications Name Changes No Fault Divorce Non Traditional Family Law Orders Of Protection Orphans Court Practice Palimony Parental Kidnapping Parental Rights Parenting Time Paternity Post Divorce Modification Post Nuptial Agreements Premarital Agreements Private Adoptions Qualified Domestic Relations Orders (QDROs) Restraining Orders Same Sex Marriage Spousal Support Step Parent Adoptions Surrogacy Law Termination Of Parental Rights Third Party Custody Uncontested Divorce Visitation Rights

Education

J.D.
Washington University School of Law
- 2004
B.S. Webster
St. John's University
- 1990

Bar Admissions

Missouri
Admitted: 2004

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