Business Details
50+ Years
experience
Your Trusted Legal Partner in Platte City, MO
Since 1963, our firm has provided trusted legal counsel to individuals and businesses in Platte City, Missouri, and the surrounding Northland region. Our attorneys combine deep local knowledge with over 45 years of combined experience to deliver practical, client-focused solutions in family law, business law, real estate, and estate planning. We prioritize building long-term relationships through dedicated service, honest evaluations, and creative problem-solving tailored to each client's unique needs.Our team's extensive courtroom experience and commitment to community values ensure clients receive both big-firm expertise and small-town accessibility. We serve Platte County, DeKalb County, Clay County, Clinton County, Buchanan County, and Caldwell County with personalized legal representation.
Services
Family Law
Civil Litigation
Estate Planning
Probate Law
Real Estate Transactions
Business Formation
Contract Disputes
Debt Collection
Zoning Law
Guardianship
Details
- Year established: 1963
Highlights and features
- We have over 45 years of combined legal experience in Northland communities
- Our attorneys are deeply familiar with local courts and legal practices
- We provide practical, economical solutions tailored to individual client needs
- Two attorneys serve as court-appointed guardians ad litem for family cases
- We combine big-firm expertise with personalized small-town accessibility
Services
Family Law
Our family law practice handles divorce proceedings, child custody arrangements, property division, and spousal support agreements. We prioritize protecting parental rights while minimizing conflict through negotiation or litigation when necessary. Two attorneys serve as court-appointed guardians ad litem, providing unique insights into custody matters.
Civil Litigation
We represent clients in business disputes, contract conflicts, real estate litigation, and creditor collections. Our attorneys handle all phases of dispute resolution from pre-claim negotiations to trial, combining proactive problem-solving with strong courtroom advocacy when needed.
Estate Planning
Our estate planning services create customized solutions including wills, trusts, powers of attorney, and medical directives. We focus on easing future burdens for loved ones while addressing current needs through personalized legal strategies developed over decades of local practice.
Real Estate Law
We assist with commercial and residential transactions, deeds, leases, quiet title actions, and zoning issues. Our experience includes real estate financing agreements and 1031 tax-deferred exchanges, serving developers, businesses, and individual property owners across Northland counties.
Business Law
Our business law services cover entity formation, contract drafting, shareholder agreements, and operational guidance. We represent six Missouri banks and provide comprehensive counsel for startups, established businesses, and creditors in transactional and litigation matters.
People
Jennifer M. Fain
Attorney at Law
Born and raised in Platte County, Jennifer M. Fain provides comprehensive legal services across all practice areas, focusing on personalized client representation and community involvement.
Jennifer M. Snider
Attorney at Law
With 20 years of experience, Jennifer Snider specializes in bankruptcy litigation, estate planning, juvenile law, and business law while maintaining strong community engagement in Northland.
Jason Dorrel
Attorney at Law
Jason Dorrel brings business law expertise to the firm after returning to Kansas City, focusing on serving local businesses with practical legal solutions.
Joseph Van Amburg
Attorney at Law
Admitted to the Missouri bar in 2011, Joseph Van Amburg graduated from West Platte and University of Missouri-Kansas City School of Law, providing dedicated legal representation.
Michael McGinness
Of Counsel
Joining in 2023 after 35 years at McGinness & Shaw, Michael McGinness contributes extensive experience across multiple practice areas to enhance our service offerings.
Questions
What areas of law do you specialize in?
We specialize in family law, civil litigation, business law, real estate transactions, estate planning, and probate law for individuals and businesses in the Northland region.
How do you handle family law cases?
Our family law attorneys provide personalized representation for divorce, child custody, property division, and spousal support, focusing on protecting client rights while minimizing emotional and financial costs.
Do you represent businesses in commercial disputes?
Yes, we represent businesses in contract disputes, partnership conflicts, creditor collections, and other commercial litigation matters with experienced trial attorneys when needed.
What estate planning services do you offer?
We create customized estate plans including wills, trusts, powers of attorney, and medical directives, along with probate administration and guardianship services.
How can I schedule a consultation?
Contact us by phone or email to schedule a consultation with one of our experienced attorneys in Platte City, Missouri, serving Northland communities.
