Atty. Walter E. Williams

Atty. Walter E. Williams

Walter E. Williams is a lawyer practicing child support, divorce, estate planning and 3 other areas of law.

Joplin Joplin 51 yrs experience 51 year
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Profile Summary

About Walter E. Williams at a glance

Walter E. Williams is a Partner based in Joplin, Missouri, practicing at Buchanan, Williams & O'Brien, P.C.. They have 51+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1975. Their practice focuses on divorce, probate, family law, estate planning, and child support. Admitted to practice in Missouri (1975) and U.S. Supreme Court (1989). Educated at University of Missouri at Columbia (J.D. General, 1974) and University of Missouri at Columbia (B.S. General, 1972). Recognitions include BV Distinguished. Serands clients in Joplin, MO and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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About

  • Walter E. Williams is a lawyer practicing child support, divorce, estate planning and 3 other areas of law
  • Walter received a B.S. degree from University of Missouri at Columbia in 1972, and has been licensed for 51 years
  • Walter practices at Buchanan, Williams & O'Brien, P.C. in Joplin, MO and 1 other location

Practice Areas Explained

Walter E. Williams's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Walter E. Williams handles, with a brief overview of what that area of law covers.

Divorce

A divorce attorney guides you through property division, spousal support, custody, and the final decree — contested or uncontested.

Walter E. Williams is one of 50,487 divorce attorneys indexed nationally. Browse divorce attorneys in Missouri →

Probate

Walter E. Williams is one of 128,014 probate attorneys indexed nationally. Browse probate attorneys in Missouri →

Family Law

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

Walter E. Williams is one of 187,066 family law attorneys indexed nationally. Browse family law 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.

Walter E. Williams is one of 226,536 estate planning attorneys indexed nationally. Browse estate planning attorneys in Missouri →

Child Support

Walter E. Williams is one of 24,688 child support attorneys indexed nationally. Browse child support 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 Joplin 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 Walter E. Williams

Where is Walter E. Williams's law office located?
Walter E. Williams's law practice is located in Joplin, Missouri. The firm is Buchanan, Williams & O'Brien, P.C.. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Walter E. Williams handle?
Walter E. Williams focuses on divorce, probate, family law, estate planning, child support. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Missouri.
How long has Walter E. Williams practiced law?
Walter E. Williams has 51+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1975.
Where did Walter E. Williams go to law school?
Walter E. Williams earned their education at (J.D. General, 1974); (B.S. General, 1972).
How can I contact Walter E. Williams for a consultation?
You can contact Walter E. Williams 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 Walter E. Williams received?
Walter E. Williams's notable recognition includes: BV Distinguished.

Education

J.D. General
University of Missouri at Columbia
- 1974
B.S. General
University of Missouri at Columbia
- 1972

Awards

BV Distinguished

Bar Admissions

Missouri
Admitted: 1975
U.S. Supreme Court
Admitted: 1989

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