Summer Masterson-Goethals

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Family law and divorce attorney in Springfield, Missouri

Experience: 12 years

Divorce, Family Law, Consumer Law and 2 others

Top 40 Under 40 and Women in the Law Public Interest Award: Nominee

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My name is Summer Masterson-Goethals and I am a family law and divorce attorney in Springfield, Missouri. My firm serves all of Southwest Missouri and is committed to providing excellent legal service at an affordable price. I take a great interest in my clients and often provide assistance beyond your legal issues. This level of specialized attention from a family lawyer in Springfield, Missouri is unique.

No matter your family law issue, we are here to help. With over 20 years of legal experience, we have the background and work ethic to help you in any situation. I take pride in my personal relationships with clients. You won’t get lost in the shuffle at Masterson Law. I've worked in the legal field for over 20 years, assisting area attorneys as a paralegal since 2007 and obtaining my license to practice law in 2011.

As a former legal aid attorney, I believe every customer should have access to quality legal representation at a fair price. Clients of Masterson Law are not just another file. You wont get re-routed into a paralegal when you call me. I take return calls and calls timely. I work my clients to achieve their goals efficiently, effectively, and with as little financial strain as you can. Hiring an attorney is not cheap, but Masterson Law will work with you to locate a litigation plan that works within your budget. People are scared of enormous legal bills -- I work to make sure my client's do not need to suffer devastating litigation expenses. I offer flat fee pricing for various kinds of cases, from domestic to criminal.

I worked as an intern at the Federal Defender's office for the Western District of Missouri. In private practice, I have assisted on a murder trial, in addition to represented clients facing serious felony criminal cases.

I'm an academically author for the Missouri Bar on the subject of discovery. I've spoken as a continuing legal education speaker to the Missouri Bar, local bar associations, and private groups.

Jurisdictions Admitted to Practice

Missouri

The Missouri Bar
ID Number: 63548
Since 2011

Professional Experience

2015 - Current

Masterson Law

Founder, Attorney

2011 - 2015

Legal Aid of Southwest Missouri

Attorney

2010 - 2010

Federal Defender's Office for the Western District of Missouri

Intern

Education

2008 - 2011

Western Michigan University Cooley Law School

J.D. (2011) | Law

1996 - 2000

Missouri State University

B.S. (2000) | Psychology

Awards

year - Summer Masterson-Goethals

Top 40 Under 40

Springfield Business Journal

Women in the Law Public Interest Award: Nominee

Missouri Lawyers Weekly

Contacts

Masterson Law 771 S Fremont Ave Springfield MO 65804 Telephone: (417) 522-1280

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Child Custody Factors in Springfield MO

Of the many hardships that can befall a family, divorce and child custody issues are one of the most common, as well as one of the most divisive.

Get all the Details: https://mastersonlawllc.com/child-custody-lawyers-springfield/

The value of a qualified and responsive child custody lawyer, in Springfield, MO benefits you by:

Be your trusted, impartial advisor through the process – during an emotional time, an attorney provides an “un-emotional perspective”
- File all paperwork and explain court proceedings
- Advocate for your rights as a parent
- Make recommendations from prior experiences to help improve your quality of life
- Obtain the best result possible for you

Oftentimes, a divorce will be among the most mentally, emotionally, and financially draining situations a family can go through. Two people severing their lives together is complicated and destructive by nature, and even an amicable split can turn contentious quickly over any number of issues.

One of the biggest issues in any divorce proceeding is the matter of child custody and the determination of whether one parent will have sole physical and/or legal custody or if there will be a joint custody arrangement. These proceedings are usually emotionally damaging to all parties, including the children, for a variety of reasons.

Section 1: Get Piece of Mind with a Responsive Child Custody Lawyer

Section 2: Specifics on the Child Custody Petition Process

Section 3: Help Yourself and Children Thrive with the help of a Therapist

Section 4: Take Advantage of all the Community Resources Available

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Summer Masterson-Goethals Family law and divorce attorney in Springfield, Missouri

Experience: 12 years

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Phone: (417) 522-1280

Location: USA

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Practice Areas

Divorce

Collaborative Law, Contested Divorce, Military Divorce, Property Division, Same Sex Divorce, Spousal Support & Alimony, Uncontested Divorce

Family Law

Adoption, Child Custody, Child Support, Father's Rights, Guardianship & Conservatorship, Paternity, Prenups & Marital Agreements, Restraining Orders, Same Sex Family Law

Consumer Law

Class Action, Lemon Law

Landlord Tenant

Evictions, Housing Discrimination, Landlord Rights, Rent Control, Tenants' Rights

Business Law

Business Contracts, Business Dissolution, Business Finance, Business Formation, Business Litigation, Franchising, Mergers & Acquisitions, Partnership & Shareholder Disputes

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English: Spoken, Written

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