Business Details
Trusted Family Law & Criminal Defense Attorney in Blue Springs
At Troy J. Leavitt Law Firm, we combine over 25 years of legal experience with a deep understanding of family law and criminal defense to serve clients across the Kansas City Metro Area. Our founder, Troy Leavitt, brings unique perspective as both a former prosecutor and someone who has personally navigated divorce proceedings. This dual expertise allows us to provide strategic, results-driven representation in both courtroom advocacy and sensitive family matters. We handle a comprehensive range of legal issues including divorce, child custody, DUI defense, and criminal charges, with a proven track record of successfully resolving thousands of cases.Our approach emphasizes personalized attention, transparent communication, and aggressive protection of client rights. We maintain a strong commitment to community service, offering accessible legal solutions while maintaining the highest standards of professional conduct. Our team's extensive courtroom experience and understanding of both sides of the legal system position us to deliver effective outcomes for our clients.
Services
Divorce Representation
Child Custody
DUI Defense
Traffic Violations
Criminal Defense
Highlights and features
- Successfully handled thousands of family law and criminal defense cases
- 15+ years of combined legal experience including prosecutorial background
- Personal experience navigating divorce proceedings
- Personalized, results-oriented legal representation
- Proven track record in complex legal matters
What people say
Outstanding results
Compassionate representation
Courtroom effectiveness
Personal understanding
Highly recommend
Services
Divorce Representation
Our firm provides comprehensive divorce representation with personalized legal strategies tailored to each client's unique circumstances. We handle contested and uncontested divorces, property division, spousal support, and post-divorce modifications. With personal experience navigating divorce proceedings, attorney Troy Leavitt combines empathy with aggressive advocacy to protect clients' rights and interests during this challenging life transition.
Child Custody
We offer dedicated representation for child custody matters, including initial custody determinations and post-divorce modifications. Our approach prioritizes children's best interests while protecting parental rights. With extensive courtroom experience handling complex custody disputes, we help clients navigate emotional challenges while developing practical solutions for their families' future needs.
DUI Defense
Our DUI defense practice leverages former prosecutorial experience to challenge charges effectively. We analyze police procedures, review evidence thoroughly, and develop strategic defenses for Missouri and Kansas DUI cases. With specialized training matching law enforcement standards, we provide knowledgeable representation to protect clients' driving privileges and future opportunities.
Traffic Violations
We represent clients facing traffic citations that could impact driving records and insurance rates. Our defense strategies focus on minimizing consequences through legal challenges and negotiated resolutions. We help clients understand potential ramifications while working to protect their driving privileges and financial interests.
Criminal Defense
Our criminal defense practice covers a range of charges including domestic violence, drug offenses, and protective order violations. Drawing from prosecutorial experience, we develop strategic defenses while maintaining compassionate client support. We work to protect clients' rights, freedom, and future opportunities through aggressive courtroom representation.
People
Troy J. Leavitt
Attorney
Troy Leavitt is a former prosecutor with 15+ years of legal experience who personally navigated divorce proceedings. He combines courtroom advocacy skills with personal understanding of family law challenges to provide strategic legal representation across Missouri and Kansas.
Questions
What areas of law does Troy J. Leavitt Law Firm specialize in?
We specialize in family law matters including divorce, child custody, and spousal support, as well as criminal defense cases covering DUI/DWI, traffic violations, and other criminal charges in Missouri and Kansas.
How does Troy Leavitt's prosecutorial experience benefit clients?
His former prosecutorial role provides unique insight into legal strategies and evidence evaluation, allowing us to anticipate opposing tactics and develop stronger defense strategies for both criminal and family law cases.
What makes this firm different from other law practices?
We combine personal experience with legal expertise, offering both courtroom effectiveness and compassionate understanding of clients' emotional and practical needs during challenging legal situations.
Do you handle cases outside Blue Springs?
Yes, we serve clients throughout the Kansas City Metro Area including Grain Valley, Lees Summit, Independence, and surrounding Missouri communities for both family law and criminal defense matters.
How does the firm approach child custody cases?
We prioritize children's best interests while protecting parental rights, using our extensive courtroom experience to develop practical solutions that address both immediate needs and long-term family considerations.