Atty. Richard B. Dempsey
Richard B. Dempsey is a lawyer practicing litigation, commercial law, family law and 3 other areas of law.
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Richard B. Dempsey is a divorce, criminal defense, family law, business, and ssd attorney based in Washington, Missouri. They have 75+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1951. Admitted to practice in Missouri (1951) and U.S. Court of Military Appeals (1975). Educated at St. Louis University (J.D., 1951). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Serands clients in Washington, MO and the surrounding metropolitan area.
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- Richard B. Dempsey is a lawyer practicing litigation, commercial law, family law and 3 other areas of law
- Richard has been licensed for 75 years
- Richard practices in Washington, MO
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A divorce attorney guides you through property division, spousal support, custody, and the final decree — contested or uncontested.
Richard B. Dempsey is one of 50,487 divorce attorneys indexed nationally. Browse divorce attorneys in Missouri →
A criminal defense attorney protects your rights from arrest through trial. Find experienced lawyers handling DUI, drug, federal, theft, and violent-crime charges.
Richard B. Dempsey is one of 214,270 criminal defense attorneys indexed nationally. Browse criminal defense attorneys in Missouri →
Family law attorneys handle divorce, child custody, child support, adoption, prenups, and protective orders. Find verified family lawyers near you.
Richard B. Dempsey is one of 187,066 family law attorneys indexed nationally. Browse family law attorneys in Missouri →
Business attorneys advise founders and growing companies on entity formation, contracts, financing, M&A, and dispute resolution.
Richard B. Dempsey is one of 501,317 business attorneys indexed nationally. Browse business attorneys in Missouri →
SSDI and SSI attorneys for disability claims, denied benefits, and Social Security appeals.
Richard B. Dempsey is one of 26,532 ssd attorneys indexed nationally. Browse ssd attorneys in Missouri →
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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 Washington 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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