Atty. Thomas M. Benson
Thomas Benson joined Lowther Johnson as an Associate in 1994, becoming a Member in 2000. Tom provides a wide range of services to his clients in family law matters including divorce, modifications, paternity actions, name changes and adoptions.
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Thomas M. Benson is a Member based in Springfield, Missouri, practicing at Lowther Johnson, Attorneys At Law, LLC. They have 32+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1994. Their practice focuses on divorce, dui/dwi, family law, creditor rights, and traffic. Admitted to practice in Missouri (1994) and U.S. District Court, Western District of Missouri (1995). Educated at St. Louis University (J.D., 1994) and Missouri State University (B.S., 1988). Recognitions include BV Distinguished. Active member of Springfield Metropolitan and American Bar Associations The Missouri Bar. Serands clients in Springfield, MO and the surrounding metropolitan area.
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- Thomas Benson joined Lowther Johnson as an Associate in 1994, becoming a Member in 2000
- Tom provides a wide range of services to his clients in family law matters including divorce, modifications, paternity actions, name changes and adoptions
- He has successfully tried numerous cases involving contested custody of children, and has procured favorable results for his clients in cases involving significant assets and property
- Besides being a trial attorney, Tom also has extensive experience handling cases throughout the appeals process
- Tom also assists clients in criminal matters such as driving while intoxicated, and other driving and alcohol-related offenses
- He has years of experience in handling traffic cases and dealing with drivers license issues
- In addition, Tom also represents individuals and businesses in real estate matters, landlord/tenant disputes and foreclosures
- He frequently assists clients in collection cases, including matters in Probate Court
- Tom has spoken at numerous seminars and to local groups on topics ranging from judgment collection to Probate Court and has authored articles on various legal issues
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A divorce attorney guides you through property division, spousal support, custody, and the final decree — contested or uncontested.
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Thomas M. Benson is one of 29,976 dui/dwi attorneys indexed nationally. Browse dui/dwi attorneys in Missouri →
Family law attorneys handle divorce, child custody, child support, adoption, prenups, and protective orders. Find verified family lawyers near you.
Thomas M. Benson is one of 187,066 family law attorneys indexed nationally. Browse family law attorneys in Missouri →
Thomas M. Benson is one of 42,948 creditor rights attorneys indexed nationally. Browse creditor rights attorneys in Missouri →
Thomas M. Benson is one of 14,506 traffic attorneys indexed nationally. Browse traffic 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 Springfield 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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