Atty. Stephen Leroy Kling

Atty. Stephen Leroy Kling

Stephen Leroy Kling is a lawyer practicing land use & zoning, equipment finance and leasing, real estate and 3 other areas of law. Stephen received a M.S. degree from St.

St. Louis St. Louis 44 yrs experience 44 year
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About Stephen Leroy Kling at a glance

Stephen Leroy Kling is a Managing Partner based in St. Louis, Missouri, practicing at Jenkins & Kling, P.C.. They have 44+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1982. Their practice focuses on business, real estate, bankruptcy, and zoning. Admitted to practice in Missouri U.S. Bankruptcy Court, Southern District of Illinois U.S. Court of Appeals, Eighth Circuit (1982) and U.S. District Court, Eastern District of Missouri and U.S. Bankruptcy Court, Eastern District of Mis (1982). Educated at St. Louis University School of Law (J.D., 1981) and St. Louis University (M.S. Finance, 1980). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Serands clients in St. Louis, MO and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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  • Stephen Leroy Kling is a lawyer practicing land use & zoning, equipment finance and leasing, real estate and 3 other areas of law
  • Stephen received a M.S. degree from St. Louis University in 1980, and has been licensed for 44 years
  • Stephen practices at Jenkins & Kling, P.C. in St. Louis, MO

Practice Areas Explained

Stephen Leroy Kling's Areas of Practice

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

Business & Corporate Law

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

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

Bankruptcy & Debt

A bankruptcy attorney can help you eliminate debt, stop creditor harassment, and protect your home through Chapter 7 or Chapter 13.

Stephen Leroy Kling is one of 105,321 bankruptcy attorneys indexed nationally. Browse bankruptcy attorneys in Missouri →

Land Use & Zoning

Stephen Leroy Kling is one of 40,226 zoning attorneys indexed nationally. Browse zoning 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 St. Louis 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 Leroy Kling

Where is Stephen Leroy Kling's law office located?
Stephen Leroy Kling's law practice is located in St. Louis, Missouri. The firm is Jenkins & Kling, P.C.. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Stephen Leroy Kling handle?
Stephen Leroy Kling focuses on business, real estate, bankruptcy, zoning. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Missouri.
How long has Stephen Leroy Kling practiced law?
Stephen Leroy Kling has 44+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1982.
Where did Stephen Leroy Kling go to law school?
Stephen Leroy Kling earned their education at (J.D., 1981); (M.S. Finance, 1980).
How can I contact Stephen Leroy Kling for a consultation?
You can contact Stephen Leroy Kling 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 Leroy Kling received?
Stephen Leroy Kling's notable recognition includes: AV Preeminent.

Education

J.D.
St. Louis University School of Law
- 1981
M.S. Finance
St. Louis University
- 1980

Awards

AV Preeminent

Bar Admissions

Missouri U.S. Bankruptcy Court, Southern District of Illinois U.S. Court of Appeals, Eighth Circuit
Admitted: 1982
U.S. District Court, Eastern District of Missouri and U.S. Bankruptcy Court, Eastern District of Mis
Admitted: 1982

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