Atty. Stephen Joseph Smith

Atty. Stephen Joseph Smith

Stephen Joseph Smith is a lawyer practicing mergers and acquisitions, corporate formation, entertainment law and 3 other areas of law. Stephen received a B.S.B.A. degree from University of Missouri in 1981, and has been licensed for 42 years.

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Profile Summary

About Stephen Joseph Smith at a glance

Stephen Joseph Smith is an Equity Partner based in Chesterfield, Missouri, practicing at McCarthy Leonard & Kaemmerer. They have 42+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1984. Their practice focuses on formation, estate planning, business, real estate, and m&a. Admitted to practice in Missouri (1984). Educated at St. Louis University (J.D., 1984) and University of Missouri (B.S.B.A., 1981). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Active member of The Missouri Bar. Serands clients in Chesterfield, MO and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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  • Stephen Joseph Smith is a lawyer practicing mergers and acquisitions, corporate formation, entertainment law and 3 other areas of law
  • Stephen received a B.S.B.A. degree from University of Missouri in 1981, and has been licensed for 42 years
  • Stephen practices at McCarthy Leonard & Kaemmerer in Chesterfield, MO

Practice Areas Explained

Stephen Joseph Smith's Areas of Practice

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

Business Formation

Stephen Joseph Smith is one of 35,584 formation attorneys indexed nationally. Browse formation 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.

Stephen Joseph Smith is one of 226,537 estate planning attorneys indexed nationally. Browse estate planning attorneys in Missouri →

Business & Corporate Law

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

Stephen Joseph Smith is one of 501,317 business attorneys indexed nationally. Browse business attorneys in Missouri →

Real Estate Law

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

Stephen Joseph Smith is one of 316,149 real estate attorneys indexed nationally. Browse real estate attorneys in Missouri →

Mergers & Acquisitions

Stephen Joseph Smith is one of 49,731 m&a attorneys indexed nationally. Browse m&a 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 Chesterfield 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 Joseph Smith

Where is Stephen Joseph Smith's law office located?
Stephen Joseph Smith's law practice is located in Chesterfield, Missouri. The firm is McCarthy Leonard & Kaemmerer. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Stephen Joseph Smith handle?
Stephen Joseph Smith focuses on formation, estate planning, business, real estate, m&a. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Missouri.
How long has Stephen Joseph Smith practiced law?
Stephen Joseph Smith has 42+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1984.
Where did Stephen Joseph Smith go to law school?
Stephen Joseph Smith earned their education at (J.D., 1984); (B.S.B.A., 1981).
How can I contact Stephen Joseph Smith for a consultation?
You can contact Stephen Joseph Smith 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 Joseph Smith received?
Stephen Joseph Smith's notable recognition includes: AV Preeminent.

Education

J.D.
St. Louis University
- 1984
B.S.B.A.
University of Missouri
- 1981

Awards

AV Preeminent

Bar Admissions

Missouri
Admitted: 1984

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