Atty. Sheldon Bernstein
Mr. Sheldon Bernstein is a lawyer practicing family law, juvenile law, paternity and 7 other areas of law.
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About Sheldon Bernstein at a glance
Sheldon Bernstein is a Shareholder based in Kansas City, Missouri. They have 54+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1972. Their practice focuses on divorce, child custody, family law, child support, and alimony. Admitted to practice in Missouri (1972) and Kansas U.S. Supreme Court (1999). Educated at University of Missouri-Kansas City (J.D. University, 1972) and University of Kansas (B.S., 1967). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Serves clients in Kansas City, MO and the surrounding metropolitan area.
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- Mr. Sheldon Bernstein is a lawyer practicing family law, juvenile law, paternity and 7 other areas of law
- Sheldon received a B.S. degree from University of Kansas in 1967, and has been licensed for 54 years
- Sheldon practices in Kansas City, MO
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Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Sheldon Bernstein 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.
Sheldon Bernstein is one of 45,063 divorce attorneys indexed nationally. Browse divorce attorneys in Missouri →
Sheldon Bernstein 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.
Sheldon Bernstein is one of 167,063 family law attorneys indexed nationally. Browse family law attorneys in Missouri →
Sheldon Bernstein is one of 21,259 child support attorneys indexed nationally. Browse child support attorneys in Missouri →
Sheldon Bernstein is one of 9,437 alimony attorneys indexed nationally. Browse alimony 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 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 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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