No. B&H offers a 30 minute initial consultation for no charge. We would prefer to meet with you face to face to discuss your case, but in certain situations we are able to have the initial consultation over the phone.

Yes. Before beginning any services, the attorney you meet with will discuss the fees associated with meeting your legal needs. At that time the attorney can work with you to establish the payment arrangement that ensures you are represented throughout your case.

B&H accepts cash, money order, debit card, Visa, Discover and Master Card. Additional usage fees may apply when using a credit card.

B&H currently represents clients in both Missouri and Kansas.

Please call our office to discuss your matter. If your case is something that we would not typically handle, we will happily refer you to another attorney.

You do not need to bring anything to your first meeting, but it may be helpful to bring any documentation associated with your legal issue to give the attorney a better understanding of your matter.

In Missouri we serve the metro area including Clay, Jackson, and Platte counties. Our attorneys will travel outside of the metro area as needed.

In Kansas we serve Johnson and Wyandotte counties.

Give us a call at 816-792-8700 and we can speak to you about your specific needs.

Yes, by appointment only.

While you can represent yourself and some forms are available online, there are many issues that often arise throughout the course of a dissolution that will have an impact on the outcome of your case. Without legal training and experience, these issues may be hard to identify. Additionally, not all forms found online are admissible in court.

The amount of time needed to complete the divorce process varies based on the complexity of each case and the unique issues your matter presents.

• In Missouri, a Petition for Dissolution of Marriage must be on file with the Court for at least 30 days before a judgement can be entered.
• In Kansas, a Petition for Divorce must be on file with the Court for 60 days before it can be finalized.
• In both states, the opposing party must be given at least 10 days notice of a pending hearing, including the final hearing when the Judgment is entered. This 10 day notice period begins at the end of the 30 (Missouri) or 60 (Kansas) day waiting period described above.

No. One attorney cannot represent both a Husband and Wife in a dissolution of marriage. It is possible for one party to be represented by an attorney while the other party proceeds pro se (represents him or her self).

Yes. B&H offers limited scope services such as reviewing paperwork legal documents, preparing documents on your behalf, including your final judgment, and attending the dispositional hearing.

A modification to the amount of child support that is paid or received can be modified at any time depending on the circumstances of the parties. You will need to speak to an attorney to determine if your unique set of facts would be enough for a modification.

A paternity action establishes the parental rights of unwed parents, including legal and physical custody of the child and child support.

Yes. A paternity action will legally establish the parental rights of the father of a child born to unwed parents. A paternity action can establish custody and child support rights as well.

Immediately. In some cases the suspension of your driver’s license may be delayed or prevented all-together if you or your attorney follow the proper procedure. Failure to act within the short period of time allowed by law may prevent you from utilizing certain remedies.

The consequences vary on a case by case basis. Your driving record, previous convictions and many other factors may be considered. Contact B&H to find out more information about your specific situation.