I would absolutely recommend Mr. Todd Hawkins and Defending Your Family to anyone. I had a very…read moredifficult and lengthy family law case. Mr. Hawkins with his outstanding legal staff was able to deftly handle every legal encounter thrown at me. When both parties finally went before the judge, I watched a master at work in Mr. Hawkins as he brilliantly presented my case and triumphed in court, for which I am deeply grateful. This is why I respectfully call him "The Hawk."

From the owner: Family Law: * Divorce…read more* Paternity * Custody * Modification * Mediation * Legal Separation * Child Support * Maintenance / Alimony * Adoptions * Family Access / Contempt * Grandparents Rights * Name Change * Juvenile Law * Qualified Domestic Relations Orders (QDRO's) * Adult and Child Orders of Protection, Ex Parte * Uncontested, Contested, Settled, & Trial Cases Criminal Defense: * Traffic Ticket * DWI, DUI * License Reinstatements * Expungements - Many Felonies can be expunged after 7 years, misdemeanors 3 years * Drug, Marijuana Charges * Misdemeanor * Felony * Serious Crimes Against People * Serious Crimes Against Property * Federal Criminal Defense Estate Planning: * Wills * Trusts * Guardianships * Power of Attorney * Medical Directives * Name Change * Probate * Prenuptial Agreements Civil Litigation: * Business * Civil Defense * Employment * Personal Injury * Real Estate * Renters Mediaton: * Mediate all types of Family Law cases

Mrs. McKinney is the attorney that I chose for a child custody case that I was going through. It…read morewas originally going to be a case that would come to a resolution fairly quickly, but it ended up lasting over 2 years. (At no fault to Mrs. McKinney). She never charged me any extra money than the initial payment requested (and she would not have been wrong for requiring more). She was there for me through the entire process. I called her office FREQUENTLY and emailed often, and she was always great with answer any questions that I had or addressing my concerns. I ended up regaining full custody of my son and Mrs. McKinney made sure that happened. She is very knowledgable about the different laws and doesn't treat you like you are just another way for her to make money. If you want respect from an attorney, hard work, someone who wants to see you achieve your end result and very reasonable costs, USE HER!!

From the owner: At Shannon McKinney, Attorney at Law, LLC, law offices in Joplin, Missouri, we represent clients…read morethroughout southwest Missouri in areas of family law, criminal law, personal injury law, estate planning, probate, business law.

Quick and easy divorce is 100% true. My ex husband and I did not have children but we did have…read moreshared property, and they explained everything to us extremely well and there were no hidden fees or costs associated with our divorce. We only had to visit their offices 2 times each, and did not even have to go to court...even despite a few changes made along the way! Excellent experience.

Hired for a family custody case. It appeared that he had no idea what to do in the family court…read moresetting. Spent thousands of dollars, and ended up doing all the work ourselves. In addition, had to stay on the attorney to get anything done or for any communication purposes. Would be better off representing yourself. Very disgusting to charge what he charges, and offer below par services.

My daughter was asked to fill out a survey reviewing her experience using David as her legal…read morecounsel in her divorce and child custody lawsuit. I told her just hit the suck button every time. His legal advice was erroneous at best. My daughter's marriage was horribly abusive and David never did use any of the supporting documentation or witnesses. Due to his incompetence the children are still in the abusive home.

Did an adoption many moons ago but she failed to ask for a name change following adoption. After…read moredealing with the social security office (during Covid which took months) only to be told we need a court document requesting name change. I called her office, her manager refused to help unless I paid more money.. MANY THOUSANDS of dollars didn't cover that?? I absolutely do not recommend.

Tina did a great job for me in my divorce. I received custody of my children in a highly contested…read morecase. She is a busy attorney so at times I felt on the back burner, but when my trial got closer, she had me prepared. She is an impressive trial attorney. Even my ex husband felt I had the better attorney. His attorney was five times the cost. Tina is a hard worker.

Tom handled my divorce. He is dedicated and hard working. His fees are fair. You can always get…read more him personally on the phone or in person and he gives solid advice. He does more then just divorces also. Very experienced and straightforward. Please check him out before you waste time with others who will just bleed you dry with fees. He made this whole process easier for me and my kids.

We have been so blessed to have this Christian, intelligent group to help us through everything…read morefrom deed transfers to renting a wonderful home and addressing any necessary life plans addressed. We are pleased with affordability as well. We have never had a more pleasant experience with anything legal. Thank you and God bless you.

My mother passed in October, 2018. This firm represents her estate. Whether due to incompetence or…read moreindifference, her estate is still not settled. Bear in mind, my mother's last name was not Rockefeller. 5 years...

This is probably the most heartless lawyer in town. Wished his own family member had died of cancer…read moreand dreamed of getting the call to notify him of her death. Is this who you really want to represent you and your family?