Atty. Melvin D. Benitz

Atty. Melvin D. Benitz

Melvin D. Benitz is a lawyer practicing personal injury law, real estate law, criminal law and 1 other area of law.

St. Charles St. Charles 68 yrs experience 68 year
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About Melvin D. Benitz at a glance

Melvin D. Benitz is a divorce, personal injury, criminal defense, and real estate attorney based in St. Charles, Missouri. They have 68+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1958. Admitted to practice in Kansas (1958), Missouri (1958), and Alaska (1961). Educated at Kansas, University of (LL.B. Kansas, 1958) and Washburn University of Topeka (B.A., 1955). Serands clients in St. Charles, MO and the surrounding metropolitan area.

Verified attorney profile · Updated June 2026

About

  • Melvin D. Benitz is a lawyer practicing personal injury law, real estate law, criminal law and 1 other area of law
  • Melvin D. received a B.A. degree from Washburn University of Topeka in 1955, and has been licensed for 68 years
  • Melvin D. practices in St. Charles, MO

Practice Areas Explained

Melvin D. Benitz's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Melvin D. Benitz 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.

Melvin D. Benitz is one of 50,487 divorce attorneys indexed nationally. Browse divorce attorneys in Missouri →

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.

Melvin D. Benitz is one of 264,852 personal injury attorneys indexed nationally. Browse personal injury attorneys in Missouri →

Criminal Defense

A criminal defense attorney protects your rights from arrest through trial. Find experienced lawyers handling DUI, drug, federal, theft, and violent-crime charges.

Melvin D. Benitz is one of 214,270 criminal defense attorneys indexed nationally. Browse criminal defense attorneys in Missouri →

Real Estate Law

Real estate attorneys handle home purchases, sales, commercial transactions, title disputes, and landlord-tenant matters.

Melvin D. Benitz is one of 316,149 real estate attorneys indexed nationally. Browse real estate 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 St. Charles 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 Melvin D. Benitz

Where is Melvin D. Benitz's law office located?
Melvin D. Benitz's law practice is located in St. Charles, Missouri. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Melvin D. Benitz handle?
Melvin D. Benitz focuses on divorce, personal injury, criminal defense, real estate. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Missouri.
How long has Melvin D. Benitz practiced law?
Melvin D. Benitz has 68+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1958.
Where did Melvin D. Benitz go to law school?
Melvin D. Benitz earned their education at (LL.B. Kansas, 1958); (B.A., 1955).
How can I contact Melvin D. Benitz for a consultation?
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Education

LL.B. Kansas
Kansas, University of
- 1958
B.A.
Washburn University of Topeka
- 1955

Bar Admissions

Kansas
Admitted: 1958
Missouri
Admitted: 1958
Alaska
Admitted: 1961

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