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Shelly Reece

Springfield, MO

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Law Degree

Awards

Primary Practice Area

Divorce and Family

Language

English

About

My name is Shelly Reneé Reece and I have been an attorney in Springfield, MO and the Southwest Missouri area since 1998. After over 20 years in Southwest Missouri, I am proud to announce our new office in Joplin, MO to assist more clients with their legal needs.  As a wife and mother of two children, I understand your family is the most important aspect of your life. I know you are going through a difficult time. You have made the right decision to seek legal advice and our family law, criminal defense, and estate planning lawyer teams look forward to assisting you through your legal matter. Our attorneys and staff will strive to give you the attention your family needs in navigating the Missouri court system with a divorce, child custody, modification, paternity, DUI, DWI, traffic ticket, will, trust, power of attorney, settlement, mediation, or litigating in trial.Come see us at Reece Family Law, LLC in Springfield or Defending Your Family - Springfield - Joplin - Lawyers in Joplin.We have over 60+ years of combined experience in Family Law, Criminal Defense, Estate Planning, and Mediation to help you in the following areas:FAMILY LAW:•Divorce•Paternity•Custody•Modification•Mediation•Legal Separation•Child Support•Maintenance / Alimony•Adoptions•Family Access / Contempt•Grandparents Rights•Name Change•Juvenile Law•Adult and Child Orders of Protection, Ex Parte•Uncontested, Settled, Pro Se Litigation AssistanceCRIMINAL DEFENSE:•Traffic Ticket•DWI, DUI•Drug, Marijuana Offense•Misdemeanor•Felony•Serious Crimes Against People•Serious Crimes Against Property•Federal Criminal DefenseESTATE PLANNING:•Wills•Trusts•Guardianships•Power of Attorney•Probate•Prenuptial AgreementsMEDIATION:Reece Family Law, LLC and Defending Your Family - Springfield - Joplin - Lawyers cover the Springfield/Branson and Joplin/Neosho/Carthage regions of Southwest Missouri.

Practices Areas

Child custody

Child support

Divorce and separation

Family

Language

English

Contact

Reece Family Law, LLC2202 W Chesterfield Blvd, Ste 200Springfield, MO, 65807

Office: N/A

Website: N/A

Reviews

Charles Fleming
December 9, 2019

My name is Charles and had not been able to see my kids for 2 in a half months bc my x told a lot of lies on me and I went in talk to to Shelly and she was on it the minute i paid their fees she had me seeing my kids by Thanksgiving and now I get them she's a good lawyer she knows what she's doing she's very nice and understanding my situation . I'm am very thankful to have her on my side

Alusha
July 11, 2019

I am so grateful for Shelly and her staff! They have showed me nothing but love and kindness over the past few days and Loni coming the hospital today was above and beyond! She took the time at the office to read me the POA because I was so overwhelmed. She offered me water soda chocolate and most importantly a hug. Michelle‘s help was just above and beyond what I could’ve ever imagined, too! I am very blessed. You guys have been a blessing to me today. Thank you for to you for drawing up that POA on such short notice. Today are you and your staff reminded me that there still is kindness in this evil world. I am very thankful and I just wanted you to know that you have an outstanding staff. They are first-class in every waY!

Michelle
November 9, 2015

I have no idea who the poor review was talking about, but it was not Shelly. I have used her and referred to friends. She pays attention to the details and really cares about her clients and welfare of the children involved in ugly custody battles. Plus, it was nice talking to a well educated attorney who could help with the financial side of a divorce. She has her MBA and was able to poke holes in my husband's attorneys flawed calculating. I would also feel comfortable hiring any one of the other attorneys in her office if the need arises, i.e. traffic tickets, etc. Thanks for all your hard work Shelly!

Terry
August 11, 2013

Shelly is the one to select for your legal issue. She is an expert in her field and informs you at all times the progress and process that needs to take place. She goes above and beyond her normal schedule to accommodate you. Open lines of communication are never an issue for she is available for you whenever you need her assistance or questions answered. She is dedicated to her profession and her clients.

JOSH
June 5, 2012

Shelly is amazing! She listens, understands, and genuinely cares. Shelly does what she says & is always quick to respond to any questions. I've hired her for a second time without considering anyone else! Trust is what it's all about & I know I can trust her.

Audrey
February 9, 2012

Shelly Reece - great attorney. Everyone made me very comfortable and answered any of my questions. I had a very wonderful experience.

Cherry
November 29, 2011

She helped me understand my rights in my divorce and made my divorce very short and sweet.

Kimberly
December 17, 2014

We recently used Shelly for our custody case. I was very pleased with how she handled our case! She wasn't always quick to respond to emails, but when it came time to take care of business and do the trial/settlment work, she was extremely honest, knowledgeable, and we were 100% satisfied that Shelly had my best interest in mind and was definitely working for me. It was a nice breath of fresh air to have a lawyer who was more concerned with my needs than with making a paycheck. She offered a payment plan, which was exceptionally nice (considering how expensive custody stuff gets). If we ever have to go back to court, I will definitely be using her again. Thank you Shelly!

anonymous
May 6, 2021

Awful business. Took my money and after over a year and being moved attorneys in the firm due to him having too high of case load. I finally got a court date only for them to drop me a month prior to my court date without notice, due to not being available, but they are still able to take other clients.

anonymous
July 20, 2015

Never knew who I was, my case details etc. when I met with her or talked to her on phone. (Just open my file and do a quick glance before meeting me would have sufficed) I never felt confident I had a chance in my case. I had to call and ask for updates, she was never clear on things I would ask and finally got a hold of her. Was not supportive in my worries about pursuing the case. Maybe getting too busy to handle all her clients by herself in the last few years. I paid her consistently with her retaining fee and her payment plan, but never felt I got the thousands of dollars worth she charged me. The payment plan was very nice I will admit that. Got charged for her aides to fix the simple mistakes they made and I caught on the paperwork; which may be standard practice, but I do not feel that is fair either. Others who have her also had similar complaints; through mutual friends we found that out. Sad thing is she probably knows her stuff and could be good in court, but after 6 months of retaining her I did not want to find out. I eventually dropped case, because I felt hopeless.

Charles Fleming
December 9, 2019

My name is Charles and had not been able to see my kids for 2 in a half months bc my x told a lot of lies on me and I went in talk to to Shelly and she was on it the minute i paid their fees she had me seeing my kids by Thanksgiving and now I get them she's a good lawyer she knows what she's doing she's very nice and understanding my situation . I'm am very thankful to have her on my side

Alusha
July 11, 2019

I am so grateful for Shelly and her staff! They have showed me nothing but love and kindness over the past few days and Loni coming the hospital today was above and beyond! She took the time at the office to read me the POA because I was so overwhelmed. She offered me water soda chocolate and most importantly a hug. Michelle‘s help was just above and beyond what I could’ve ever imagined, too! I am very blessed. You guys have been a blessing to me today. Thank you for to you for drawing up that POA on such short notice. Today are you and your staff reminded me that there still is kindness in this evil world. I am very thankful and I just wanted you to know that you have an outstanding staff. They are first-class in every waY!

Michelle
November 9, 2015

I have no idea who the poor review was talking about, but it was not Shelly. I have used her and referred to friends. She pays attention to the details and really cares about her clients and welfare of the children involved in ugly custody battles. Plus, it was nice talking to a well educated attorney who could help with the financial side of a divorce. She has her MBA and was able to poke holes in my husband's attorneys flawed calculating. I would also feel comfortable hiring any one of the other attorneys in her office if the need arises, i.e. traffic tickets, etc. Thanks for all your hard work Shelly!

Terry
August 11, 2013

Shelly is the one to select for your legal issue. She is an expert in her field and informs you at all times the progress and process that needs to take place. She goes above and beyond her normal schedule to accommodate you. Open lines of communication are never an issue for she is available for you whenever you need her assistance or questions answered. She is dedicated to her profession and her clients.

JOSH
June 5, 2012

Shelly is amazing! She listens, understands, and genuinely cares. Shelly does what she says & is always quick to respond to any questions. I've hired her for a second time without considering anyone else! Trust is what it's all about & I know I can trust her.

Audrey
February 9, 2012

Shelly Reece - great attorney. Everyone made me very comfortable and answered any of my questions. I had a very wonderful experience.

Cherry
November 29, 2011

She helped me understand my rights in my divorce and made my divorce very short and sweet.

Kimberly
December 17, 2014

We recently used Shelly for our custody case. I was very pleased with how she handled our case! She wasn't always quick to respond to emails, but when it came time to take care of business and do the trial/settlment work, she was extremely honest, knowledgeable, and we were 100% satisfied that Shelly had my best interest in mind and was definitely working for me. It was a nice breath of fresh air to have a lawyer who was more concerned with my needs than with making a paycheck. She offered a payment plan, which was exceptionally nice (considering how expensive custody stuff gets). If we ever have to go back to court, I will definitely be using her again. Thank you Shelly!

anonymous
May 6, 2021

Awful business. Took my money and after over a year and being moved attorneys in the firm due to him having too high of case load. I finally got a court date only for them to drop me a month prior to my court date without notice, due to not being available, but they are still able to take other clients.

anonymous
July 20, 2015

Never knew who I was, my case details etc. when I met with her or talked to her on phone. (Just open my file and do a quick glance before meeting me would have sufficed) I never felt confident I had a chance in my case. I had to call and ask for updates, she was never clear on things I would ask and finally got a hold of her. Was not supportive in my worries about pursuing the case. Maybe getting too busy to handle all her clients by herself in the last few years. I paid her consistently with her retaining fee and her payment plan, but never felt I got the thousands of dollars worth she charged me. The payment plan was very nice I will admit that. Got charged for her aides to fix the simple mistakes they made and I caught on the paperwork; which may be standard practice, but I do not feel that is fair either. Others who have her also had similar complaints; through mutual friends we found that out. Sad thing is she probably knows her stuff and could be good in court, but after 6 months of retaining her I did not want to find out. I eventually dropped case, because I felt hopeless.