Atty. Stephen J. Briggs

Atty. Stephen J. Briggs

Phi Beta Kappa; Phi Alpha Theta. Member, St.

St. Joseph St. Joseph 51 yrs experience 51 year
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Profile Summary

About Stephen J. Briggs at a glance

Stephen J. Briggs is a Managing Partner based in St. Joseph, Missouri, practicing at Morton, Reed, Counts, Briggs & Robb, L.L.C.. They have 51+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1975. Their practice focuses on criminal defense, estate planning, employment, business, and real estate. Admitted to practice in Missouri U.S. District Court, Western District of Missouri and U.S. Tax Court (1975). Educated at University of Minnesota (J.D., 1975) and Macalester College (B.A., 1972). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Active member of St and Joseph Bar Association (President, 1997) The Missouri Bar. Serands clients in St. Joseph, MO and the surrounding metropolitan area.

Verified attorney profile · Updated June 2026

About

  • Phi Beta Kappa
  • Phi Alpha Theta
  • Member, St. Joseph City Charter Commission, 1981-1982
  • Chair, Citizens City Charter Review Committee, 2010
  • Past Member and President, St. Joseph Library Board
  • Past Member, Albrecht Art Museum now Albrecht-Kemper Museum Board
  • Past Member, Missouri Western State College (now University) Foundation

Practice Areas Explained

Stephen J. Briggs's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Stephen J. Briggs handles, with a brief overview of what that area of law covers.

Criminal Defense

A criminal defense attorney protects your rights from arrest through trial. Find experienced lawyers handling DUI, drug, federal, theft, and violent-crime charges.

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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.

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Employment Law

Employment lawyers represent workers in wrongful termination, discrimination, harassment, wage & hour disputes, and severance negotiations.

Stephen J. Briggs is one of 169,120 employment attorneys indexed nationally. Browse employment attorneys in Missouri →

Business & Corporate Law

Business attorneys advise founders and growing companies on entity formation, contracts, financing, M&A, and dispute resolution.

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Real Estate Law

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

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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 St. Joseph 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 Stephen J. Briggs

Where is Stephen J. Briggs's law office located?
Stephen J. Briggs's law practice is located in St. Joseph, Missouri. The firm is Morton, Reed, Counts, Briggs & Robb, L.L.C.. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Stephen J. Briggs handle?
Stephen J. Briggs focuses on criminal defense, estate planning, employment, business, real estate. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Missouri.
How long has Stephen J. Briggs practiced law?
Stephen J. Briggs has 51+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1975.
Where did Stephen J. Briggs go to law school?
Stephen J. Briggs earned their education at (J.D., 1975); (B.A., 1972).
How can I contact Stephen J. Briggs for a consultation?
You can contact Stephen J. Briggs 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 Stephen J. Briggs received?
Stephen J. Briggs's notable recognition includes: AV Preeminent.

Education

J.D.
University of Minnesota
- 1975
B.A.
Macalester College
- 1972

Awards

AV Preeminent

Bar Admissions

Missouri U.S. District Court, Western District of Missouri and U.S. Tax Court
Admitted: 1975

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