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Atty. Richard D. Woods

Atty. Richard D. Woods

Richard D. Woods is a lawyer practicing real estate, estate planning/probate, trusts and estates.

Liberty Liberty 51 yrs experience 51 year
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Profile Summary

About Richard D. Woods at a glance

Richard D. Woods is a Member based in Liberty, Missouri, practicing at Kirkland Woods & Martinsen LLP. They have 51+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1975. Their practice focuses on trusts, probate, estate planning, and real estate. Admitted to practice in Missouri (1975), U.S. Tax Court (1999), and Kansas (2000). Educated at University of Missouri (J.D., 1975) and University of Kansas (B.A., 1972). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Active member of Estate Planning Society of Kansas City. Serands clients in Liberty, MO and the surrounding metropolitan area.

Verified attorney profile · Updated June 2026

About

  • Richard D. Woods is a lawyer practicing real estate, estate planning/probate, trusts and estates
  • Richard received a B.A. degree from University of Kansas in 1972, and has been licensed for 51 years
  • Richard practices at Kirkland Woods & Martinsen LLP in Liberty, MO and 1 other location

Practice Areas Explained

Richard D. Woods's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Richard D. Woods handles, with a brief overview of what that area of law covers.

Trusts

Richard D. Woods is one of 104,171 trusts attorneys indexed nationally. Browse trusts attorneys in Missouri →

Probate

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Estate Planning & Probate

An estate planning attorney prepares wills, trusts, powers of attorney, and healthcare directives to protect your family and pass on your assets.

Richard D. Woods is one of 226,536 estate planning attorneys indexed nationally. Browse estate planning attorneys in Missouri →

Real Estate Law

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

Richard D. Woods 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 Liberty 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 Richard D. Woods

Where is Richard D. Woods's law office located?
Richard D. Woods's law practice is located in Liberty, Missouri. The firm is Kirkland Woods & Martinsen LLP. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Richard D. Woods handle?
Richard D. Woods focuses on trusts, probate, estate planning, real estate. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Missouri.
How long has Richard D. Woods practiced law?
Richard D. Woods has 51+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1975.
Where did Richard D. Woods go to law school?
Richard D. Woods earned their education at (J.D., 1975); (B.A., 1972).
How can I contact Richard D. Woods for a consultation?
You can contact Richard D. Woods 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 Richard D. Woods received?
Richard D. Woods's notable recognition includes: AV Preeminent.

Education

J.D.
University of Missouri
- 1975
B.A.
University of Kansas
- 1972

Awards

AV Preeminent

Bar Admissions

Missouri
Admitted: 1975
U.S. Tax Court
Admitted: 1999
Kansas
Admitted: 2000

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