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Michael Martin Spiegel

4.9
Rating: 1.5

Licensed for 25 years

Family Lawyer at Blue Springs, MO
Practice Areas: Family, Criminal Defense, Business ... +2 more

Ste 232, 1600 Coronado Drive, Blue Springs, MO

This lawyer was disciplined by a state licensing authority in 2022
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About Michael

Biography

Practice Areas

5

Practice Areas

Family 80%

Family Court, Divorce, Dissolution, Paternity, Juvenile Court, Contested Custody Cases

21 years

80%
Business 5%

21 years

5%
Criminal Defense 5%

Criminal Defense both Felony and Misdemeanor in State and Municipal Courts

25 years

5%

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Licenses

Licensed in Missouri for 25 years

State: Missouri

Acquired: 2000

Good Standing, Active

Lawyer disciplined by state licensing authority in 2020

Licensed in Kansas for 24 years

State: Kansas

Acquired: 2002

Suspended

Lawyer disciplined by state licensing authority in 2022

Location

Spiegel Law, LLC

Ste 232, 1600 Coronado Drive, Blue Springs, MO, 64014

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Michael Martin Spiegel's Reviews

Avvo Review Score

4.9 /5.0

34 Client Reviews

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Posted by anonymous | March 01, 2019 | Hired Attorney | Divorce & Separation

Very Conscientious!

Mr. Spiegel was very helpful in guiding me through my dissolution of marriage. He showed patience's and understanding through this emotional process and provided point on legal advice, in a caring manner. His staff was just as supportive and provided the necessary follow-up needed with my legal issu...es.

Posted by Troy | September 21, 2018 | Hired Attorney | Divorce & Separation

Honest and Aggressive Family Lawyer

Mr. Spiegel handled my amended modification. The most important item that I would like to address is that Mike is very honest and sets realistic expectations the first time he met with me. He did a superb job of presenting our case and staying within the strengths of our case to present to the ju...dge. I cannot recommend enough the professionalism, determination, aggressiveness and hard work that Mike applied to our case. Although we were not able to predict the final judgment I feel we were successful with our objective. I asked 3 different attorneys who I should used before our case started and all 3 recommended Mike Spiegel. I highly recommend Mr. Spiegel for any divorce, modification or family legal matter you might encounter. Thanks Mike!

Posted by Matt | March 29, 2018 | Hired Attorney | Divorce & Separation

Exceeded all expectations

Mike represented me through a divorce. He and his staff were very knowledgeable, helpful, and very prompt in all communication with me. They knew all the ins and outs of these types of cases and helped me get a very fair and reasonable outcome. They were able to guide me through a few things to make ...this less stressful on my family through this time. I highly recommend Mike and his staff for your legal needs. Thank you Spiegel Law.

Posted by Haley | June 02, 2017 | Hired Attorney | Divorce & Separation

Divorce Attorney

I used Michael M. Spiegel for my divorce, and I was extremely impressed with his professionalism. Michael M. Spiegel and his Paralegal went above and beyond to make sure my divorce went smoothly and adhering to all the rules and regulations in the state of Missouri. I would highly recommend Michael M.... Spiegel to anyone going through a divorce. Please be respectful to all his staff, as well as Michael M. Spiegel.

Posted by Phill | December 27, 2016 | Hired Attorney | Family

Greatest choice for an Attorney!

Mike is the best attorney in Kansas City Metropolitan Area. He is intelligent, quick-witted, professional and very experienced. During my child custody case he exceeded my expectations. This was a parenting plan modification case. He made my first attorney from my prior case appear inferior. Mik...e is the best attorney at trial that I have ever seen. He puts his past experience as an assistant county prosecutor to work at trial. He is very passionate and will fight very hard to accomplish what you want with your case. I only have one thing to say in closing you better obtain Mike as your attorney because you do not want him to be the opposing council in your family law case.

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Lindsey Waits

Family lawyer | May 07

Relationship: Opposing Counsel on matter

"I have known Mike for many years. He always fights hard for his clients, even when the facts are not on their side."

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Shahzad Ghafoor

Criminal defense lawyer | Jan 24

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Michael experience as a county prosecutor coupled with his great attitude makes him a great defense attorney."

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Christopher Troppito

Divorce and separation lawyer | Jan 21

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Mr. Spiegel is an excellent attorney with exceptional trial skills, having tried hundreds of cases all the way back to his days as a prosecutor. He is not afraid to take your case to trial if need be. He's a straight shooter and will tell you the strengths and weaknesses of your case. He understands the needs of domestic clients and the pains they are going through, and works hard to get you the best result possible."

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Anthony Totta

Criminal defense lawyer | Jan 16

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Good lawyer and great guy!"

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Shannon Gordon

Family lawyer | Jan 16

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Mike is a very skilled and knowledgeable attorney. I have reached out to him many times for advice and guidance on several of my cases. He is a formidable opponent in the courtroom, but remains cordial in all aspects of his practice. It is a pleasure to work in the community with him."

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J. Denise Carter

Unknown lawyer | Jul 23

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer. An excellent advocate and great guy. Personable and approachable. Great choice when you need results."

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Abraham Kuhl

Family lawyer | Jul 23

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I have had the pleasure of knowing and working with Mike for the past 10 years. He is honest, hardworking, and dedicated to his practice. He is quick to lend a helping hand or provide some advice, and is a trusted friend and colleague. I wholeheartedly endorse Mike for all your family law, criminal, or personal injury needs."

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John Burnett

Family lawyer | Feb 26

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer. He is a well respected member of the legal community"

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Experience

Rating:  1.5 (Extreme Caution)

Professional misconduct

This lawyer was disciplined by a state licensing authority in 2022.

Suspension issued in KS, 2022

updated on 09/19/2022

This sanction means the attorney lost his or her license to practice law for a period of time. The attorney typically returns to practicing law when the suspension expires.

Suspension issued in MO, 2020

updated on 05/31/2022

This sanction means the attorney lost his or her license to practice law for a period of time. The attorney typically returns to practicing law when the suspension expires.

Honors

2005

Change Agent, Hope House

2002

Attorney of the Year, Jackson County Prosecutor’s Office

Work Experience

2017 - Present

Managing Member, Spiegel Law, LLC

2011 - Present

City Prosecutor, City of Buckner

2011 - Present

Assistant City Attorney, City of Buckner

2008 - 2017

Managing Partner, Rains & Spiegel, LLC

2005 - 2008

Attorney, Jeter, Rains & Byrn, Lc

2001 - 2005

Assistant Prosecutor, Jackson County Prosecuting Attorney's Office

2000 - 2001

Law Clerk, Jackson County Circuit Court

1997 - 2000

Law Clerk, Douthit Frets Rouse and Gentile

Associations

Eastern Jackson County Bar Association

Member

Missouri State Bar Association

Member

Kansas City Metropolitan Bar Association

Member

Sample of Legal Cases

Quilty v Fischer

Affirmed on Appeal

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Education

2000

University of Missouri - Kansas City School of Law

JD - Juris Doctor

1997

Central Missouri State University

BS - Bachelor of Science

Speaking Engagements

2018

MACA Conference

Changes in the Municipal Court System for Court Administrators under Rule 37

2005

Blue River Police Academy

Victimless Prosecution

2004

Lee's Summit Police Department

Evidence Based Prosecution

2004

Independence Police Department

Evidence Based Prosecution

2004

Blue Springs Police Department

Evidence Based Prosecution

2004

Blue River Police Academy

Victimless Prosecution

2003

Blue River Police Academy

Victimless Prosecution

Publications

2000

Bench Book of Missouri Trial Judges Recusal of Judge

1998

Revised Statutes State of Missiour R.S.Mo 568.052

Languages

English

Activity

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