Atty. John E. Kelly

Atty. John E. Kelly

John E. Kelly is a lawyer practicing family law, juvenile law, wills.

Springfield Springfield 51 yrs experience 51 year
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Profile Summary

About John E. Kelly at a glance

John E. Kelly is a wills, family law, and juvenile attorney based in Springfield, Missouri. They have 51+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1975. Admitted to practice in Missouri (1975). Educated at St. Louis University (J.D., 1975) and St. Louis University (B.A., 1970). Recognitions include BV Distinguished. Serands clients in Springfield, MO and the surrounding metropolitan area.

Verified attorney profile · Updated June 2026

About

  • John E. Kelly is a lawyer practicing family law, juvenile law, wills
  • John received a B.A. degree from St. Louis University in 1970, and has been licensed for 51 years
  • John practices in Springfield, MO

Practice Areas Explained

John E. Kelly's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases John E. Kelly handles, with a brief overview of what that area of law covers.

Wills

John E. Kelly is one of 34,541 wills attorneys indexed nationally. Browse wills 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.

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

Juvenile Law

John E. Kelly is one of 30,631 juvenile attorneys indexed nationally. Browse juvenile 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 Springfield 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 E. Kelly

Where is John E. Kelly's law office located?
John E. Kelly's law practice is located in Springfield, Missouri. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does John E. Kelly handle?
John E. Kelly focuses on wills, family law, juvenile. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Missouri.
How long has John E. Kelly practiced law?
John E. Kelly has 51+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1975.
Where did John E. Kelly go to law school?
John E. Kelly earned their education at (J.D., 1975); (B.A., 1970).
How can I contact John E. Kelly for a consultation?
You can contact John E. 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 John E. Kelly received?
John E. Kelly's notable recognition includes: BV Distinguished.

Practice Areas

Education

J.D.
St. Louis University
- 1975
B.A.
St. Louis University
- 1970

Awards

BV Distinguished

Bar Admissions

Missouri
Admitted: 1975

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