Atty. Scott Ralph Gum

Atty. Scott Ralph Gum

Scott Ralph Gum is a lawyer practicing family law, general practice, personal injury and 4 other areas of law. Scott received a B.S. degree from Southeast Missouri State University in 1987, and has been licensed for 34 years.

Liberty Liberty 34 yrs experience 34 year
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Profile Summary

About Scott Ralph Gum at a glance

Scott Ralph Gum is a Member based in Liberty, Missouri, practicing at Gum Law Office, LLC. They have 34+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1992. Their practice focuses on divorce, child custody, personal injury, family law, and estate planning. Admitted to practice in Missouri (1992). Educated at University of Missouri @ Kansas City (J.D., 1992) and Southeast Missouri State University (B.S., 1987). Recognitions include BV Distinguished. Active member of The Missouri Bar American Bar Association. Serands clients in Liberty, MO and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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About

  • Scott Ralph Gum is a lawyer practicing family law, general practice, personal injury and 4 other areas of law
  • Scott received a B.S. degree from Southeast Missouri State University in 1987, and has been licensed for 34 years
  • Scott practices at Gum Law Office, LLC in Liberty, MO

Practice Areas Explained

Scott Ralph Gum's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Scott Ralph Gum 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.

Scott Ralph Gum is one of 50,487 divorce attorneys indexed nationally. Browse divorce attorneys in Missouri →

Child Custody & Visitation

Scott Ralph Gum is one of 31,241 child custody attorneys indexed nationally. Browse child custody 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.

Scott Ralph Gum is one of 264,852 personal injury attorneys indexed nationally. Browse personal injury attorneys in Missouri →

Family Law

Family law attorneys handle divorce, child custody, child support, adoption, prenups, and protective orders. Find verified family lawyers near you.

Scott Ralph Gum is one of 187,066 family law attorneys indexed nationally. Browse family law attorneys in Missouri →

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.

Scott Ralph Gum is one of 226,536 estate planning attorneys indexed nationally. Browse estate planning 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 Scott Ralph Gum

Where is Scott Ralph Gum's law office located?
Scott Ralph Gum's law practice is located in Liberty, Missouri. The firm is Gum Law Office, LLC. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Scott Ralph Gum handle?
Scott Ralph Gum focuses on divorce, child custody, personal injury, family law, estate planning. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Missouri.
How long has Scott Ralph Gum practiced law?
Scott Ralph Gum has 34+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1992.
Where did Scott Ralph Gum go to law school?
Scott Ralph Gum earned their education at (J.D., 1992); (B.S., 1987).
How can I contact Scott Ralph Gum for a consultation?
You can contact Scott Ralph Gum 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 Scott Ralph Gum received?
Scott Ralph Gum's notable recognition includes: BV Distinguished.

Education

J.D.
University of Missouri @ Kansas City
- 1992
B.S.
Southeast Missouri State University
- 1987

Awards

BV Distinguished

Bar Admissions

Missouri
Admitted: 1992

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