Jeffrey Richard Kays

Jeffrey Richard Kays

also known as Kays Law Office, LLC

4.5
Rating: 6.9

Licensed for 26 years

Criminal defense Lawyer at Ashland, MO
Practice Areas: Criminal Defense, Family, Bankruptcy & Debt

129 E. Broadway, PO Box 284, Ashland, MO

About Jeffrey

Biography

Practice Areas

3

Practice Areas

Criminal Defense 65%

If you are suspected of a crime or charged with a violation of law, you may require the services of a criminal defense attorney to present your defense or negotiate a penalty. As different rules and procedures exist for different offenses, you should seek a criminal defense attorney who has worked on your particular type of case to provide you with the best defense. An experienced criminal defense attorney knows what information the government will need to prove your guilt.

27 years

65%
Family 25%

Family law includes laws of marriage, civil unions, same-sex relationships, domestic partnerships, divorce, separation, property settlements, alimony, spousal abuse, adoption, child abuse, child support, child custody and kidnapping. If you need help with a family-related legal issue, a family law attorney can advise in family disputes as well as represent you in lawsuits.

27 years

25%
Bankruptcy and Debt 10%

Chapter 7 Chapter 13

6 years

10%

Fees and Rates

Cost

Hourly Rates

$ 225-325 per hour

Contingency

25%-50%

Retainer

Sometimes


Payment Methods

  • Cash
  • Check
  • Credit Card

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Licenses

Licensed in Missouri for 26 years

State: Missouri

Acquired: 1999

Good Standing, Active

No misconduct found

Location

Kays Law Office, LLC

129 E. Broadway, PO Box 284, Ashland, MO, 65010

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Jeffrey Richard Kays's Reviews

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4.5 /5.0

17 Client Reviews

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Posted by Jose | November 30, 2022 | Hired Attorney | Family

Will never use a other lawyer!

Jeffery and his partner April are the BEST! I will never use or recommend another lawyer. They answered all of our questions and reassured us on all of our doubts! We were dealing with family court and honestly can not thank them enough for all they have done. Special shout out to April for replying ...to our constant messaging and questions. She is a blessing!

Posted by Hector | April 04, 2022 | Hired Attorney | Divorce & Separation

Amazing Lawyer

Kay's Law is who I turned to when I could not get help from any other Attorneys. I am saddened that I did not find him sooner. I had my trial in 6 months which put him in a hard place to prepare, but he truly heard my cry for help and took my divorce case anyway. From the first day of consulting with... him, Jeff was very attentive, understanding, straight to the point with honesty, and worked hard to prepare my case. Jeff helped me get things done the proper way. It took him two weeks to draft, edit, and file a motion; Whereas my previous lawyer had left it sitting on the desk for over a year. He went into my trial, and I walked away with everything I asked for. Jeff Kays is who you want by your side in the Courtroom. Jeff and April (Paralegal) continue to help me with my legal questions and continue to have my best interest at heart. If possible, I would give him a 100/100-star rating. I will be hiring him with any legal concerns from now on. Thank you, Kays Law!

Posted by anonymous | April 04, 2022 | Hired Attorney | Criminal Defense

Awesome Attorney

Mr Kay's was hired after an incident that my son had with CPS that lead to his arrest. He is very professional and hung in there with my son for 2 years of his case that lead to his case being dismissed.

Posted by Dontarius | April 01, 2022 | Hired Attorney | Family

Highly recommended

Jeff Kays is the only attorney who was willing to take my case to put my family back together he was engaged from the start making sure things gone done

Posted by anonymous | March 31, 2022 | Hired Attorney | Criminal Defense

Criminal and Family

I would recommend Jeff Kays to anyone needing legal help. He helped my family with a criminal case when no one else would. He was non judgmental, honest and compassionate. Thank you so much for all your help Jeff!

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Jeffrey Richard Kays's Lawyer Endorsements

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Samuel Trapp

Family lawyer | Sep 11

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer. He is an excellent attorney and a good person. Quite the combo!"

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Jason Shackelford

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Samuel Trapp

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Experience

Rating:  6.9 (Good)

Work Experience

2001 - Present

Attorney, Jeffrey R. Kays - Attorney at Law

1999 - 2001

Attorney, The Copeland Law Firm

Associations

1999 - Present

Boone County Bar Association

Member

Sample of Legal Cases

Jones v Normandy Nursing Associates, Inc.

Plaintiff's verdict

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Education

1998

University of Missouri - Kansas City School of Law

JD - Juris Doctor

1995

Columbia College (Columbia, MO)

BA - Bachelor of Arts

Speaking Engagements

2009

14th Annual Missouri Bar Solo & Small Firm Conference

Managing a Solo or Small Firm

Languages

English

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