Business Details
38 Years
experience
Trusted Kansas City Family Law Attorneys
Davis | Family Law has dedicated over 35 years to protecting the rights of parents and children in Missouri. Our Kansas City-based legal team combines extensive experience in family law with a compassionate approach to guide clients through divorce, child custody, adoption, and other emotionally complex matters. We prioritize personalized service, collaborative case strategies, and results-oriented representation, leveraging our deep understanding of Missouri family court systems to advocate for clients' best interests.Our attorneys, including Senior Partner Patrick Davis with dual expertise in law and healthcare, specialize in high-conflict cases, military divorces, and high-net-worth disputes while maintaining a steadfast commitment to ethical practice and client education. We operate under the principle that every family deserves legal solutions that preserve dignity and prioritize children's well-being.
Services
Child Custody
Divorce
Child Support
Adoption
Alimony
Prenuptial Agreements
Domestic Violence
Military Divorce
Guardianship
Details
- Year established: 1988
Highlights and features
- Over 35 years of specialized family law experience
- Personalized collaborative case strategies
- Proven success with high-conflict and complex cases
- Client referrals from satisfied families
- Dual-qualified legal and healthcare expertise
What people say
Worth every penny
Fantastic people
Highly recommend
Truly care
Professional and efficient
Services
Child Custody
Our child custody attorneys advocate for parents navigating complex custody arrangements. We help create child-centered parenting plans that address physical custody, legal decision-making authority, and visitation schedules. With deep knowledge of Missouri's best-interest standards, we guide clients through contested custody battles and modification proceedings while prioritizing children's well-being.
Divorce Representation
We provide comprehensive divorce services including no-fault proceedings, property division, and contested litigation. Our attorneys handle high-net-worth divorces, military divorces, and complex asset division cases. We guide clients through residency requirements, temporary orders, and post-divorce modifications with strategic legal counsel.
Adoption Services
Our adoption attorneys assist with stepparent, grandparent, and independent adoptions. We guide clients through home studies, consent requirements, and court proceedings while ensuring compliance with Missouri adoption laws. We specialize in complex adoptions involving military families and interstate custody transfers.
Alimony Advocacy
We represent clients seeking or contesting alimony payments. Our services include determining eligibility based on income disparities and marriage duration, negotiating rehabilitative or permanent support arrangements, and modifying existing orders due to changed circumstances.
Prenuptial Agreements
We draft and review prenuptial and postnuptial agreements that protect assets and clarify financial rights. Our services include advising on property division, debt protection, and inheritance rights while ensuring legal enforceability under Missouri law.
People
Patrick M. Davis
Senior Partner
With 35+ years of family law experience, JD/RN/RRT Patrick Davis combines legal and healthcare expertise to represent Missouri families in complex custody and divorce cases.
Claire L. Blevins
Certified Paralegal
Certified paralegal Claire Blevins supports clients with meticulous case preparation and client communication, contributing to successful outcomes in high-conflict family law matters.
Questions
What family law services do you specialize in?
We specialize in divorce, child custody, adoption, alimony, prenuptial agreements, domestic violence cases, and military divorces with over 35 years of experience.
Do you handle complex or high-conflict cases?
Yes, we regularly represent clients in high-conflict cases, high-net-worth divorces, and complex custody disputes with proven success.
How quickly do you respond to client inquiries?
We guarantee all calls and emails returned within 24 hours, with urgent matters prioritized for timely legal action.
What areas do you serve?
Primarily serving Kansas City and Jackson County, with experience handling Missouri state-wide family law matters.
Do you offer initial consultations?
Yes, we offer comprehensive initial consultations to discuss your case details and develop tailored legal strategies.
