Atty. William M. Chapman

Atty. William M. Chapman

William M. Chapman is a lawyer practicing family law, social security, probate and 1 other area of law.

Sedalia Sedalia 51 yrs experience 51 year
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About William M. Chapman at a glance

William M. Chapman is a probate, family law, estate planning, ssd, and securities attorney based in Sedalia, Missouri. They have 51+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1975. Admitted to practice in Missouri (1975). Educated at Washington University (J.D., 1975) and William Jewell College (A.B., 1972). Recognitions include BV Distinguished. Serands clients in Sedalia, MO and the surrounding metropolitan area.

Verified attorney profile · Updated June 2026

About

  • William M. Chapman is a lawyer practicing family law, social security, probate and 1 other area of law
  • William received a A.B. degree from William Jewell College in 1972, and has been licensed for 51 years
  • William practices in Sedalia, MO

Practice Areas Explained

William M. Chapman's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases William M. Chapman handles, with a brief overview of what that area of law covers.

Probate

William M. Chapman 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.

William M. Chapman 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.

William M. Chapman is one of 226,537 estate planning attorneys indexed nationally. Browse estate planning attorneys in Missouri →

Social Security Disability

SSDI and SSI attorneys for disability claims, denied benefits, and Social Security appeals.

William M. Chapman is one of 26,532 ssd attorneys indexed nationally. Browse ssd attorneys in Missouri →

Securities Law

William M. Chapman is one of 64,529 securities attorneys indexed nationally. Browse securities 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 Sedalia 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 William M. Chapman

Where is William M. Chapman's law office located?
William M. Chapman's law practice is located in Sedalia, Missouri. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does William M. Chapman handle?
William M. Chapman focuses on probate, family law, estate planning, ssd, securities. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Missouri.
How long has William M. Chapman practiced law?
William M. Chapman has 51+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1975.
Where did William M. Chapman go to law school?
William M. Chapman earned their education at (J.D., 1975); (A.B., 1972).
How can I contact William M. Chapman for a consultation?
You can contact William M. Chapman 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 William M. Chapman received?
William M. Chapman's notable recognition includes: BV Distinguished.

Education

J.D.
Washington University
- 1975
A.B.
William Jewell College
- 1972

Awards

BV Distinguished

Bar Admissions

Missouri
Admitted: 1975

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