Paul Joseph McMahon

Paul Joseph McMahon

4.4
Rating: 8.1

Licensed for 21 years

Family Lawyer at Rolla, MO
Practice Areas: Family, Criminal Defense, DUI & DWI ... +4 more

406 N. Main Street., P.O. Box 1157, Rolla, MO

About Paul

Biography

Practice Areas

7

Practice Areas

Family 25%

17 years

25%
Criminal Defense 20%

22 years | 2,000 cases

20%
DUI and DWI 20%

22 years

20%
Juvenile Law 10%

22 years

10%
Mediation 5%

12 years

5%

Fees and Rates

Cost

Free Consultation

$0 first 30 minutes


Payment Methods

  • Cash
  • Check
  • Credit Card

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Licenses

Licensed in Missouri for 21 years

State: Missouri

Acquired: 2004

Good Standing, Active

No misconduct found

Location

McMahon Legal Services, LLC.

406 N. Main Street., P.O. Box 1157, Rolla, MO, 65402

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Paul Joseph McMahon's Reviews

Avvo Review Score

4.4 /5.0

7 Client Reviews

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Showing 1 - 2 of 2 reviews | Divorce & Separation

Posted by Sherry | November 11, 2015 | Hired Attorney | Divorce & Separation

Divorce Attorney

Mr. McMahon was so professional in my case. His staff was very communicative and understanding. He definitely gave my case his all, even with all of the other cases he was handling, he doesn't put anyone on the back burner! It was such a relief in a nasty divorce.

Posted by Judith | April 04, 2014 | Divorce & Separation

I needed the best lawyer possible--and I got him--Paul McMahon!!

Attorney McMahon has been an outstanding lawyer! He began the complicated and difficult job of representing me for my divorce by being hired over the phone for a pre-divorce matter. I did some review reading and researching, via the internet, when I was informed I needed a lawer in Phelps county to... represent me for a divorce jurisdictional hearing. I am located 1500 miles from where this hearing needed to take place. All I had to go on was what people had written about his services and the thoroughness of his website. I picked up the phone after a few hours of searching key words like "Divorce", "Aggressive", and "Experienced" in many search engines--and dialed his office number. I was nervous and anxious about hiring a lawyer via the telephone. I had no real knowledge of divorce or jurisdictional issues or even what my rights were. There was so much of my life riding on this one phone call. Attorney McMahon called me back almost immediately!! He was personable and got right to the business of circumstances prompting my need for representation. We talked at length and I didn't feel rushed or uneasy answering his questions. He asked me lots of questions and I answered each one the best I could. He took the time to make sure he could help me. By the time we ended that very first phone call, I was certain I had made a VERY WISE choice. He worked the jurisdictional issue for me and then I asked him to represent me- LONG DISTANCE- in my actual divorce. A year+ later, I continue to be certain that I made the best choice possible because this lawyer has been tireless. I have since had to deal with 1/2 a dozen hearings and have had to make the trip to Rolla twice. It's an amazing thing when a lawyer can be just as effective with his client in person as he can be over the phone. I have never felt like I was at a disadvantage because I am so far away. The 6-8 office meetings have been just as informative and thorough as the countless hours of phone meetings. He is a marvel and I can't stress enough that this was the best decision I could possibly have made. He has been smart, aggressive on my behalf, knowledgeable and detail oriented. He has always been patient as he guided me through the process of filing motions and gathering information for my extremely difficult and complicated divorce proceeding. His hard work and attention to paperwork detail makes it easy to trust him completely. I never feel like he is unreachable or inaccessable. He has never missed a chance to make my case stronger or taken an easy way around the mountains of motions and filings. This is a very busy lawyer but he seems to be able to fit 32 hours into every 24 and because he chooses to work so hard for his clients and has a work ethic that is above reproach, I am positive that I have had the best representation that I could have found. My divorce has taken over a year and even now, Attorney McMahon works hard for me. This lawyer has done everything he can for me and through out the entire process, I have felt professionally and "personally" represented. The only constant in all of this mess, the only really dependable thing during the horrific ordeal that has been the end of my decades long marriage, has been the lawyer in my corner....Paul McMahon.

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Paul Joseph McMahon's Lawyer Endorsements

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J Allen

Criminal defense lawyer | Feb 20

Relationship: Supervised lawyer

"I endorse this lawyer. Had the privilege of working with Paul for two years and believe he is an excellent attorney, who is knowledgeable on the law, always on his client's side and determined and able to reach the best possible result for his clients."

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Carrie Williamson

Unknown lawyer | Nov 13

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse Paul McMahon. Paul is thorough, courteous, and works hard to represent his client's interests."

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Douglas Borthwick

Workers compensation lawyer | Nov 07

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer."

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Robert Caldwell

DUI and DWI lawyer | Dec 14

Relationship: Other

"I know Paul after having worked with him when we were public defenders. I know him to be a very careful, zealous, and knowledgeable attorney and would recommend him to anyone on a criminal matter."

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Scott Silva

DUI and DWI lawyer | Dec 12

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer."

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Gregory Schwesinger

Criminal defense lawyer | Oct 19

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer."

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Aaron Morgan

Personal injury lawyer | Oct 17

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"I endorse this lawyer. He is an excellent attorney with a great work ethic and knowledge of the law."

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Michael Doyle

Unknown lawyer | Oct 16

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer."

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Arturo Hernandez

Criminal defense lawyer | Oct 16

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer. Mr. McMahon is an attorney of the highest caliber. If you are charged with a crime in South Central Missouri, you can not find a better attorney who will fight for your case and provide you with the best defense possible. Mr. McMahon has numerous years of experience in defending the accused throughout Missouri. With countless hours before the various benches of Missouri in both hearings and trials, Mr. McMahon is a top choice for all your legal needs."

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Thomas Florek

Criminal defense lawyer | Oct 06

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"I endorse this lawyer. Paul is an experienced, knowledgeable attorney who works hard for his clients. He is second to none in Personal Injury, Criminal Defense, Family Law, and Worker's Compensation. When you hire Paul, you know you will get aggressive, zealous representation of your interests. I have witnesses Paul in court numerous times obtain favorable outcomes for his clients. Paul's clients are always satisfied with his representation and you can count on Paul to get the best possible outcome on your case."

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Experience

Rating:  8.1 (Excellent)

Honors

2003

Litigation Certificate, Thomas M Cooley Law School

Work Experience

2012 - Present

Owner, McMahon Legal Services, LLC.

2010 - 2012

Attorney, Allen & Rector, P.C.

2010 - 2011

Of Counsel, Carey, Danis & Lowe

2010 - 2012

Assistant Prosecuting Attorney, City of Dixon, MO

2009 - 2010

Attorney, Prugh Law Office

2005 - 2009

Attorney, Missouri State Public Defender's Office

2003 - 2003

Legal Intern, St. Louis County Prosecuting Attorney's Office

Associations

2012 - Present

American Bar Association

Member

2012 - Present

Rolla Chamber of Commerce

Member

2012 - Present

Rolla Downtown Business Association

Member

2005 - Present

Phelps County Bar Association

Member

2003 - Present

Missouri State Bar Association

Member

2009 - 2012

Pulaski County Bar Association

Member

Sample of Legal Cases

State v. M.F.

Not Guilty.

State v. B.D.

Not Guilty.

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Education

2003

Thomas M. Cooley Law School

JD - Juris Doctor

1994

University of Missouri, Columbia

BA - Bachelor of Arts

Speaking Engagements

2012

Juvenile Justice Class

Juvenile Law

Languages

English

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