Joshua T. Mathews

Joshua T. Mathews

3.4
Rating: 7.9

Licensed for 18 years

Divorce and separation Lawyer at Leawood, KS
Practice Areas: Divorce & Separation, Child Custody, Bankruptcy & Debt ... +2 more

4707 College Boulevard, Suite 107, Leawood, KS

About Joshua

Biography

Practice Areas

5

Practice Areas

Child Custody 40%

19 years | 619 cases

40%
Divorce and Separation 40%

19 years | 734 cases

40%
Bankruptcy and Debt 10%

21 years | 150 cases

10%
Child Support 5%

19 years

5%
Family 5%

19 years

5%

Fees and Rates

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Licenses

Licensed in Kansas for 17 years

State: Kansas

Acquired: 2008

Active

Lawyer disciplined by state licensing authority in 2019

Licensed in Missouri for 18 years

State: Missouri

Acquired: 2007

Good Standing, Active

Location

Law Offices of Joshua T. Mathews

4707 College Boulevard, Suite 107, Leawood, KS, 66211

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Joshua T. Mathews's Reviews

Avvo Review Score

3.4 /5.0

45 Client Reviews

Showing 1 - 5 of 9 reviews | Compassion

Posted by Frederick | July 06, 2017 | Hired Attorney | Divorce & Separation

Simply Exceptional

If you have but one choice for a divorce lawyer, it should be Josh Mathews and his team! I got slapped with divorce papers before I could turn around and catch my breath. I was hurt, anger, devastated but at 61, I wasn’t going to let this event define me. I search the internet, read the reviews, and ...looked at the results versus the hype. I picked Josh because the lion’s share of the reviews said he went the extra mile. I needed an advocate for my side. It wasn’t always easy Josh gives tough love. His frankness can seem harsh, but he explains why and goes into detail about the range of outcomes. His staff is exceptional. Particularly outstanding was Amber’s genuine concern, caring and commitment. She let me vent in daily emails, she called me on weekends if need be. Amber showed she cared. It was not some hyperbole of a slick ad like you see in another firm. It was honest, decent and although I didn’t always hear what I wanted, I heard what I needed. Josh has the money side of this mess, down to a science. I knew exactly what worse case, best case was and where I most likely would end up. In the end as one reads this, it is about results. Josh pulverized opposing counsel. He was prepared, organized and stayed on point. He clearly won the day. While the emotional toll isn’t something lawyers can help with, knowing I won’t continue to pay for something I didn’t really want (a divorce), I can go into another relationship with peace of mind. Kudos and many thanks to Josh and his team

Posted by anonymous | February 27, 2017 | Hired Attorney | Divorce & Separation

My Biggest Regret

Wow, sitting here reading the reviews and I feel like I'm looking through a crystal ball. Much like all of the other one star reviews, Joshua dropped the ball in my case after I paid the "flat rate" fee for my divorce. I'm pretty sure he or his staff are writing the glowing reviews. DO NOT trust thi...s man with something as important as your FAMILY! I wish I would've listened to my instincts but I was desperate in my divorce and this man takes advantage of people who are vulnerable! He gives you great attention in your free consultation but as soon as you sign, your stuck with his high turnover paralegals who aren't qualified to advise you. He rarely returns your phone calls or responds to emails but when you finally do get him on the phone he lets you know how irritated he is with you and all of your questions. And then justifies his "flat fee" by the work his unqualified paras do! Which is pretty much secretarial work! He dropped the ball. He sat on my case for so long that I my ex was able to use it to their advantage and won custody of my child! He is worthless. Please spare yourself the heartache and go with ANYONE else.

Posted by Marilu | September 01, 2014 | Child Custody

Compassionate Lawyer!

My sister hired Mr. Mathews to represent her in her child custody matter. He is very professional and kindhearted. He took my sister under his wing and guided her through her whole case, taking time after hours to call and discuss with her matters pertaining to her case. He went above & beyond in rep...resenting her, to make her feel calm & reassured. Me. Mathews is not only a Lawyer, he proves he is an individual who understands your position, reassures his clients, makes his clients feel important, is not only professional but knows his practice. This is not just a career for him, it is about helping other people and their children live a happy content life together. I cannot thank him enough for his involvement in my sisters case on her behalf. If you are looking for a lawyer, Mr. Mathews would be your guy!

Posted by George | December 28, 2012 | Adoption

ABSOLUTELY RECOMMEND!!

Joshua Mathews recently represented my wife and I in an adoption proceeding. My wife's ex-husband had been out of the picture for a long time so I was doing a stepparent adoption. Unfortunately my wife's ex showed up at the first hearing and started making things really difficult. We knew that t...he adoption was right for our daughter, especially since I'm the only one she has ever called "Daddy." Her real dad was gone before she could speak. But we were worried because Josh had done our case really cheap not expecting it to be a fight. Even though it is a flat fee we knew that if things changed they might have to charge us extra. Josh knew that we didn't have the money to fight this, and any other attorney would have quit. But Josh stayed on the case and continued to fight. The thing ended up lasting 8 months and we actually offered to pay them more money when our tax return came in. Josh told us not to worry about it and ended up winning the case. I know that a lot of people are going to be unhappy in these kinds of cases and they might try to blame their lawyers. But I can tell you from experience that Josh and the rest of the office really cared about us.

Posted by Teresa | October 04, 2012 | Tax

Very honest and upfront

My husband and I consulted Mr. Mathews on a tax issue. We were very stressed out and ready to pay any amount to get help with the matter. Mr. Mathews to a half hour of his time and explained to us how simple it would be for us to resolve the matter ourselves. He could have charged us $1500.00 and... done the same thing himself in 45 minutes but he was up front and honest and gave us the exact steps to solve the problem ourselves. He didn't even charge for the consultation. I hope I don't need one but if I do, I will go back to Mr Mathews.

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Joshua T. Mathews's Lawyer Endorsements

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Judd Nemiro

Unknown lawyer | Oct 14

Relationship: Other

"I endorse as a fantastic and knowledgeable attorney. Has a stellar reputation in the community for providing high quality representation and results for clients!"

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Dmitriy Shakhnevich

Bankruptcy and debt lawyer | Sep 28

Relationship: Other

"I endorse this lawyer."

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Sean Cleary

Bankruptcy and debt lawyer | Jun 10

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer. An extremely talented and well respected attorney in the legal community."

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John O'Brien

Bankruptcy and debt lawyer | May 01

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer. A brilliant and highly respected attorney in the legal community."

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David Flanagan

Divorce and separation lawyer | Dec 16

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer."

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Edgar Reynoso

Divorce and separation lawyer | Oct 06

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Joshua's dedication to artful advocacy is first-rate."

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Bryce Fetter

Child custody lawyer | Jul 28

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer."

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Stephen Cohen

Family lawyer | Jul 14

Relationship: Other

"I endorse this lawyer, I have had the pleasant experience of reviewing many of his answers and his agreeing with me, after 40 years I can tell the great attorneys from the trash, and he is one of the great ones"

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Heath Stuart

Child support lawyer | Jun 17

Relationship: Opposing Counsel on matter

"Mr. Mathews and I have had several cases together and he has always advocated for his client in a professional, ethical, knowledgeable, and aggressive manner."

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James Garrett

Divorce and separation lawyer | May 11

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer. His insightful contributions to Avvo show his thorough knowledge of divorce law."

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Matthew Simon

Divorce and separation lawyer | Apr 16

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Mr. Matthew's knowledge and expertise is evident by his numerous thoughtful, helpful and accurate Avvo answers. I endorse and recommend this attorney, without reservation."

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C. Coulter

Bankruptcy and debt lawyer | Feb 20

Relationship: Other

"I endorse this lawyer. Joshua provides great answers to his clients and to the Avvo community."

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Gerald Linnenbringer

Divorce and separation lawyer | Jan 25

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer."

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Kermit Milburn

Bankruptcy and debt lawyer | Jan 22

Relationship: Other

"I endorse this lawyer. Mr Mathews is a well respected attorney, known for excellent results."

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Gary Kester

Child custody lawyer | Jan 17

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer."

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Kyle Bristow

Unknown lawyer | Dec 28

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse Mr. Mathews. As evidenced by the number of questions he has answered on Avvo, he has a great understanding of the law. One can deduce through his many work experiences that he is a stellar attorney."

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Herbert Ellis

Unknown lawyer | Dec 09

Relationship: Other

"I endorse this lawyer."

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Evan Nielsen

Unknown lawyer | Nov 03

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I heartily endorse this lawyer. The willingness to help others says something powerful about character and that's what this attorney's volunteer participation in AVVO communicates."

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Howard Roitman

Bankruptcy and debt lawyer | Sep 30

Relationship: Other

"I endorse this lawyer."

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Christian Lassen

Criminal defense lawyer | Dec 27

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer."

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Experience

Rating:  7.9 (Very Good)

Professional misconduct

This lawyer was disciplined by a state licensing authority in 2019.

Censure issued in KS, 2019

updated on 10/29/2019

Censure means the attorney did something wrong but may still practice law. The State censures the lawyer in hopes that he or she will not repeat the behavior. Details of the infraction are made part of the public record.

Honors

2018

Peer Review Rated, Martindale-Hubbell

2016

Lead Counsel Rated, LawInfo

2016

Rated A+, BBB

2015

Rated Superb, AVVO

2015

Top Contributor Award, AVVO

2015

A+ Rated, BBB

2015

Lead Counsel Rated, LawInfo.com

2014

A+, Better Business Bureau

2014

Lead Counsel Rated, LawInfo.com

2014

Superb, AVVO

2013

Top Contributor Award, avvo

2013

Rated A+, Better Business Bureau

2013

Superb, AVVO

2013

Lead Counsel Rated, LawInfo.com

2012

A+ Rating, BBB

2012

Lead Counsel Rated Attorney, LawInfo.com

2012

Client's choice Award, avvo

2012

Superb Rating, AVVO

2011

A Rating, BBB

2010

A Rated Business, Better Business Bureau

2009

A Rated Business, Better Business Bureau

2007

Trial Practice Award, Law Foundation

2007

CALI Award of Excellence, CALI

2006

Selected to International Order of Barristers, International Order of Barristers

Work Experience

2008 - Present

Member, The Mathews Group, LC

2007 - 2008

Attorney, The Wirken Law Group

2004 - 2007

law clerk, Wirken Law Group

Associations

2012 - Present

Lawyers Without Borders

Volunteer

2009 - Present

UMKC Law School Advisory Committee

Member

2009 - Present

Kansas City Guardian Project

President

2007 - Present

Kansas Bar Association

Member

2007 - Present

Missouri State Bar Association

Member

2007 - Present

Kansas City Metropolitan Bar Association

Member

2007 - Present

American Bar Association

Member

2006 - Present

Missouri Bar, Solo and Small Firm Committee

Member

2004 - 2009

Intellectual Property Law Association

Member

Sample of Legal Cases

In re the Marriage of Bohlander - Missouri Court of Appeals, Western District

Father's counsel relented and acquiesced to a remand of the case to the Circuit Court

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Education

2008

University of Missouri - Kansas City School of Law

LL.M - Master of Laws

2007

University of Missouri - Kansas City School of Law

JD - Juris Doctor

Speaking Engagements

2016

Drafting Commercial Real Estate Leases

Risk Management

2015

Closing Arguments

Child Custody/Divorce

2014

Real Property Valuations and Tax Planning

Property Valuations and Tax Planning

2012

Negotiating and Drafting Commercial Real Estate Leases Real Estate Leases - Ethics

2012

Forming and Converting to LLCs Forming and Converting to LLCs

2011

Risk Management Strategies for Real Estate Leases Operational Issues to Include in Your Lease

2009

Advantageous Uses of LLCs Estate Planning Strategies Using LLCs

2009

Advantageous LLC Uses Using an LLC to Hold Real Property

2008

Solo and Small Firm Conference Representing Small Businesses

2008

Risk Management Lease Exit Strategies

2008

Missouri Bar, Solo and Small Firm Conference

Estate Planning

2008

Advanced Real Estate Issues Impact of Bankruptcy Abuse and Prevention Act

2007

Non-Traditional Practitioners

Non-Traditional Practitioners

Publications

2015

Financial Planning for the Estate Transfer Assets to Minimize Taxes

2015

Financial Planning for the Estate Create and Organize Legal Documents

2014

Closing Arguments 10 Mistakes Everyone Makes in Child Custody Cases

2013

Drafting Commercial Real Estate Leases Lease Exit Strategies

2012

Forming and Converting to LLCs Forming and Converting to LLCs

2011

Advanced LLC Issues Advanced LLC Issues

2010

Maintain an Ethical Practice Maintain an Ethical Practice

2009

Planning for Real Property in Estate Planning and Administration Real Property Valuations and Tax Planning

2009

Drafting Commercial Real Estate Leases Risk Management

Languages

English

Activity

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