Rebecca Jane Martin

Rebecca Jane Martin

5.0
Rating: 10.0

Licensed for 18 years

Family Lawyer at Kansas City, MO
Practice Areas: Family, Divorce & Separation, Child Custody, Estate Planning

817 E. 31st Street, Kansas City, MO

About Rebecca

Biography

Practice Areas

4

Practice Areas

Family 35%

From dividing assets to getting child support, the Law Offices of Rebecca Martin represent your rights and work in your best interests. While we strive to solve issues through mediation, we're also prepared to battle it out in court if needed.

35%
Divorce and Separation 25%

If you've been married for a long time, it's likely that you and your ex-to-be have accumulated some valuables. With a great attention to detail, we'll investigate and dig deep.

25%
Child Custody 20%

Whether you're facing a divorce with complex child custody issues or simple ones, it's always wise to consult an attorney. Not only can divorce be messy, the law is complex, and legal guidance will ensure the best outcome.

20%
Estate Planning 20%

We listen attentively, offer detailed and personalized legal counsel, and work to make estate planning as seamless and simple as possible.

20%

Fees and Rates

Cost

Retainer

Sometimes


Payment Methods

  • Cash
  • Check
  • Credit Card

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Licenses

Licensed in Missouri for 18 years

State: Missouri

Acquired: 2007

Good Standing, Active

No misconduct found

Location

Law Offices of Rebecca Martin

817 E. 31st Street, Kansas City, MO, 64109-1442

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Rebecca Jane Martin's Reviews

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5.0 /5.0

9 Client Reviews

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Posted by Jeffrey | May 14, 2022 | Hired Attorney | Divorce & Separation

INTEGRITY

Rebecca cares about every client that walks through her door. She was my lawyer during a lengthy divorce/custody battle that ultimately lead to me winning sole physical custody of my children. If you want to be represented by someone that works hard and treats their clients like human beings as opp...osed to paychecks then look no further!

Posted by Jessica | July 25, 2017 | Hired Attorney | Divorce & Separation

Wonderful in my time of need

Rebecca explained the steps of the dissolution process and answered and questions I had. She made filling out the paperwork easy and stress free. And she was flexible with her meeting times which helped me greatly.

Posted by Anastasia | May 30, 2017 | Hired Attorney | Divorce & Separation

Very Family Oriented!

Ms. Martin was hired to represent me in my divorce case. It was a very complicated case but she was up to the task. She handled everything very professionally and I felt like she really cared about me and what was best and fair in the situation. Her rates were fair, much lower than I expected. I woul...d recommend her to anyone needing help with a divorce or shild custody situation.

Posted by Thomas | February 28, 2017 | Hired Attorney | Divorce & Separation

Great Family Lawyer!

Rebecca helped me through a rough divorce. She even got my ex wife to come to an agreement! She was nice and professional and a great listener. I felt like she was really there to help me not just out to make money like some lawyers.

Posted by Laura | March 11, 2016 | Hired Attorney | Divorce & Separation

Divorce attorney with compassion

A divorce can be devastating in many ways. Rebecca Martin is a dedicated attorney who will walk you through the process so that the devastation is minimalized. She is very empathetic and understands the emotional ordeal of a divorce. After working with Rebecca, I realized that my daughter and I ha...d a bright future ahead of us. I would recommend her to anyone.

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Rebecca Jane Martin's Lawyer Endorsements

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Natalie Giachos

Estate planning lawyer | Nov 24

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer."

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Joshua Nelson

Divorce and separation lawyer | Sep 22

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"It is unfortunate that life throws us curveballs that end up with rifts in our relationships that we cannot manage without an attorney but it is relieving to know that Rebecca will take the time to get to know her clients and their individual needs and goals in order to offer a tailored plan to get them the best possible outcome for them, rather than just what the lawyer thinks they want without asking."

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Andrea Gray

Family lawyer | Sep 21

Relationship: Other

"I endorse this lawyer."

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Lauren Rowe

Family lawyer | Aug 07

Relationship: Friend

"I endorse this lawyer. She is caring, compassionate and competent. She works her hardest for all her clients."

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Abraham Kuhl

Family lawyer | Jul 25

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I have known Rebecca for several years now and find her to be a passionate advocate for her clients. She listens and works well with her clients and ensures their voice is heard. I have mediated many of her cases and her clients are always prepared and well informed."

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Larry Wright

Family lawyer | Aug 10

Relationship: Opposing Counsel on matter

"I endorse this lawyer. Rebecca was great to work with on a very difficult family law case. She advanced her client's cause with reason, skill, and a solid understanding of law as it applied to the facts of the case."

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J. Denise Carter

Family lawyer | Apr 24

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer. Rebecca is a sincere advocate for her clients and a well respected member of the legal community"

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Jarrett Johnson

Divorce and separation lawyer | Apr 10

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Rebecca Martin is a devoted advicate for her clients as they face what is likely the biggest legal, emotional, and financial hurdle of their lives. She tirelessly works to get great results with her experience, detailed knowledge of the jurisdictions where she practies, and ability to work courteously with opposing counsel as a hard-line negotiator."

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Joseph Welch

Divorce and separation lawyer | Jan 14

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"Rebecca is a very aggressive and thorough divorce lawyer. While I've worked with her on criminal cases, I hope I never have to face off against her in family court."

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Natalie Giachos

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Phillip Reed

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Experience

Rating:  10.0 (Superb)

Honors

2018

Peer Review Rated, Martindale-Hubbell

2018

Rising Star, Super Lawyers

2006

CALI Patents & Trademarks, University of Kansas

2003

Summa Cum Laude, University of Texas

Work Experience

2011 - Present

Attorney, Law Offices of Rebecca Martin

2009 - 2010

Adjunct Faculty, University of Missouri at Kansas City

2007 - 2008

Associate, Cooling & Herbers

2004 - 2004

Intern, Brown and Nachman

Associations

2014 - Present

Progressive Women's Coalition

President

2013 - Present

National Lawyers Guild

Member

2011 - Present

American Civil Liberties Union of Missouri

Member

2007 - Present

Missouri Bar

Member

Sample of Legal Cases

Doe v. Doe

Child support maintained at a reasonable level.

Doe v. Doe 2

Ex wife held in contempt, forced to pay attorney's fees and client recovered most possessions.

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Education

2006

University of Kansas School of Law

JD - Juris Doctor

2003

University of Texas System, Austin

BA - Bachelor of Arts

Speaking Engagements

2007

course

Contemporary Moral Issues

2007

course

Political Philosophy

Publications

2006

University of Kansas Law Review Some Problems With Removal Jurisdiction

2006

University of Kansas Law Review Article Editor: University of Kansas Law Review

2005

University of Kansas Law Review Article Editor: University of Kansas Law Review

Languages

English

Activity

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