Atty. Michael John Belfonte

Atty. Michael John Belfonte

Michael John Belfonte is a lawyer practicing adoption law, international adoptions. Michael received a B.A. degree from University of Missouri at Kansas City in 1985, and has been licensed for 38 years.

Kansas City Kansas City 38 yrs experience 38 year
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Profile Summary

About Michael John Belfonte at a glance

Michael John Belfonte is a Member based in Kansas City, Missouri, practicing at Michael J. Belfonte. They have 38+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1988. Their practice focuses on adoption. Admitted to practice in Missouri (1988), U.S. District Court, Western District of Missouri (1988), Kansas (1989), and U.S. District Court, District of Kansas (1990). Educated at Creighton University (J.D., 1988) and University of Missouri at Kansas City (B.A., 1985). Recognitions include Peer Reviewed. Active member of The Missouri Bar Kansas Bar Association American Academy of Adoption Attorneys. Serands clients in Kansas City, MO and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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  • Michael John Belfonte is a lawyer practicing adoption law, international adoptions
  • Michael received a B.A. degree from University of Missouri at Kansas City in 1985, and has been licensed for 38 years
  • Michael practices at Michael J. Belfonte in Kansas City, MO

Practice Areas Explained

Michael John Belfonte's Areas of Practice

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

Adoption

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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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Where is Michael John Belfonte's law office located?
Michael John Belfonte's law practice is located in Kansas City, Missouri. The firm is Michael J. Belfonte. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Michael John Belfonte handle?
Michael John Belfonte focuses on adoption. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Missouri.
How long has Michael John Belfonte practiced law?
Michael John Belfonte has 38+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1988.
Where did Michael John Belfonte go to law school?
Michael John Belfonte earned their education at (J.D., 1988); (B.A., 1985).
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What awards or recognition has Michael John Belfonte received?
Michael John Belfonte's notable recognition includes: Peer Reviewed.

Education

J.D.
Creighton University
- 1988
B.A.
University of Missouri at Kansas City
- 1985

Awards

Peer Reviewed

Bar Admissions

Missouri
Admitted: 1988
U.S. District Court, Western District of Missouri
Admitted: 1988
Kansas
Admitted: 1989
U.S. District Court, District of Kansas
Admitted: 1990

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