Atty. Susan Jo Prather

Atty. Susan Jo Prather

Susan Jo Prather is a lawyer practicing family law. Susan received a B.S. degree from University of Missouri at Kansas City in 1980, and has been licensed for 28 years.

Kansas City Kansas City 28 yrs experience 28 year
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Profile Summary

About Susan Jo Prather at a glance

Susan Jo Prather is a family law attorney based in Kansas City, Missouri. They have 28+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1998. Admitted to practice in California (1998), Missouri (2001), and Kansas (2002). Educated at University of Missouri at Kansas City (J.D., 1997) and University of Missouri at Kansas City (B.S., 1980). Serands clients in Kansas City, MO and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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  • Susan Jo Prather is a lawyer practicing family law
  • Susan received a B.S. degree from University of Missouri at Kansas City in 1980, and has been licensed for 28 years
  • Susan practices in Kansas City, MO

Practice Areas Explained

Susan Jo Prather's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Susan Jo Prather handles, with a brief overview of what that area of law covers.

Family Law

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

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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 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 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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Where is Susan Jo Prather's law office located?
Susan Jo Prather's law practice is located in Kansas City, Missouri. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Susan Jo Prather handle?
Susan Jo Prather focuses on family law. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Missouri.
How long has Susan Jo Prather practiced law?
Susan Jo Prather has 28+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1998.
Where did Susan Jo Prather go to law school?
Susan Jo Prather earned their education at (J.D., 1997); (B.S., 1980).
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Practice Areas

Education

J.D.
University of Missouri at Kansas City
- 1997
B.S.
University of Missouri at Kansas City
- 1980

Bar Admissions

California
Admitted: 1998
Missouri
Admitted: 2001
Kansas
Admitted: 2002

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