Atty. Michael Scott Smith
Michael Scott Smith is a lawyer practicing family law, bankruptcy, civil litigation and 4 other areas of law. Michael received a B.S. degree from Central Missouri State University in 2002, and has been licensed for 18 years.
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Michael Scott Smith is a Member based in Independence, Missouri, practicing at Law Office of Michael S. Smith, LLC. They have 18+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 2008. Their practice focuses on divorce, child custody, family law, bankruptcy, and child support. Admitted to practice in Missouri (2008) and Illinois (2009). Educated at University of Missouri, Columbia School of Law (J.D., 2008) and Central Missouri State University (B.S. Political, 2002). Serves clients in Independence, MO and the surrounding metropolitan area.
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- Michael Scott Smith is a lawyer practicing family law, bankruptcy, civil litigation and 4 other areas of law
- Michael received a B.S. degree from Central Missouri State University in 2002, and has been licensed for 18 years
- Michael practices at Law Office of Michael S. Smith, LLC in Independence, MO
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Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Michael Scott Smith handles, with a brief overview of what that area of law covers.
A divorce attorney guides you through property division, spousal support, custody, and the final decree — contested or uncontested.
Michael Scott Smith is one of 45,063 divorce attorneys indexed nationally. Browse divorce attorneys in Missouri →
Michael Scott Smith is one of 27,615 child custody attorneys indexed nationally. Browse child custody attorneys in Missouri →
Family law attorneys handle divorce, child custody, child support, adoption, prenups, and protective orders. Find verified family lawyers near you.
Michael Scott Smith is one of 167,063 family law attorneys indexed nationally. Browse family law attorneys in Missouri →
A bankruptcy attorney can help you eliminate debt, stop creditor harassment, and protect your home through Chapter 7 or Chapter 13.
Michael Scott Smith is one of 95,723 bankruptcy attorneys indexed nationally. Browse bankruptcy attorneys in Missouri →
Michael Scott Smith is one of 21,259 child support attorneys indexed nationally. Browse child support 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 Independence 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.
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