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Jon Michael Stanfield
About Jon
Biography
♦ George Washington Law School ♦ Prior Army JAG ♦ 25 years experience ♦ Former Military Prosecutor ♦ Former Senior Defense Counsel ♦ Combat Veteran ♦ Debate Champion ♦ World-wide Defense Services
Mr. Stanfield runs a legal practice devoted to defending your rights in military trial courts and boards around the world. Jon served as an active duty JAG from 1998 to 2005 with service as a military prosecutor at Fort Sill and a Senior Defense Counsel in Wiesbaden, Germany. He also served as a part-time military magistrate and as a Special Assistant United States Attorney in the Western District of Oklahoma. After leaving active duty Mr. Stanfield served as a Reserve Senior Defense Counsel with the 22nd LSO. The firm also assists clients with estate planning needs and estate administration. Jon is a proud lifetime member of the VFW.
Practice Areas
6
Practice Areas
Fees and Rates
Cost
Hourly Rates
$ 250-300 per hour
Payment Methods
- Cash
- Check
- Credit Card
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Licensed in South Dakota for 4 years
State: South Dakota
Acquired: 2021
No misconduct found
Licensed in Missouri for 16 years
State: Missouri
Acquired: 2009
No misconduct found
Licensed in Kansas for 27 years
State: Kansas
Acquired: 1998
No misconduct found
Licensed in Maryland for 28 years
State: Maryland
Acquired: 1997
No misconduct found
Location
Rees, Kincaid & Stanfield
6240 W. 135th St, Suite 200, Overland Park, KS, 66223
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Showing 1 - 1 of 1 review | Wills & Living Wills
Posted by Mike | February 18, 2019 | Hired Attorney | Wills & Living Wills
Great Experience!
My wife and I needed to update our will and trust, as they were 10 years old. Jon was courteous, knowledgeable, and patient in answering the many questions we had regarding current inheritance laws, and how to address problems we might encounter with our blended families. He made several recommendat...
Jon Michael Stanfield's Lawyer Endorsements
"Jon Stanfield and I were stationed together at Fort Sill as Army Judge Advocates. Jon was always professional and was well respected among both colleagues and superiors. His strong work ethic combined with a well above average knowledge base in military law make him an excellent attorney in all military law matters. I strongly endorse him for any military law issue."
"Attorney Stanfield is very knowledgeable and experienced in the estate and probate areas of the law as he continuously demonstrates with his answers to questions here at AVVO. His practical approach to legal problems is clearly evident and comes through from reading his responses to client problems. I would not hesitate to recommend him to any client who needs an attorney in Kansas and Missouri where he is registered to practice law."
"Jon is an incredibly talented attorney. He is able to seamlessly integrate multiple practice areas to ensure that his clients receive the best legal services. His dedication to serving military clients is exemplary and he works tirelessly to ensure the best possible outcome for all service members. His dedication to serving those who have and continue to serve sets him apart from many other attorneys who handle military matters."
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Experience
Honors
2011
Commandant's List - JAOAC, Judge Advocate General's School
1998
Distinguished Accomplishment in International & Operational Law, Judge Advocate General's School
1998
Commandant's List - JAOBC, Judge Advocate General's School
1996
Top Five Speaker, George Washington Univ. Moot Court Board
1994
Class Honors, University of Michigan
1990
Team Debate Champion - Class 6A, KSHAA
Work Experience
2018 - Present
Partner, Rees, Kincaid & Stanfield
2016 - 2018
Partner/Of Counsel, Law Office of Will Helixon
2005 - 2016
Corporate Counsel, VSR Financial Services
2005 - 2013
Reserve Judge Advocate, US Army
1998 - 2005
Judge Advocate - Active Duty, US Army
Associations
2015 - 2016
Society of Financial Service ProfessionalsVice President, Kansas City Chapter
Sample of Legal Cases
United States v. Velazquez
Soldier found not guilty of murder and guilty of only a lesser included assault offense.
Education
1997
George Washington University National Law Center
JD - Juris Doctor
1994
University of Michigan, Ann Arbor
BA - Bachelor of Arts
Speaking Engagements
2015
Broker Dealer/RIA National Sales Conference
Securities Law and Compliance
2005
Bi-European Regional Conference, Germany
Voir Dire: The First & Perhaps Best Chance to Shape Your Case
2004
Bi-European Regional Conference, Germany
Military Confinement & the Parole System
2004
Bi-European Regional Conference, Germany
Defending a Computer Crimes Case
Publications
2005
USA Trial Defense Service Region VII Training Outline
Defending Child Pornography Cases
2005
USA Trial Defense Service Region VII Training Outline
Voir Dire - The Best Chance to Shape Your Case
2004
USA Trial Defense Service Region VII Training Outline
Defending Complex and High Profile Cases
2004
USA Trial Defense Service Region VII Training Outline
Military Confinement and Parole System
2004
USA Trial Defense Service Region VII Training Outline
Sentencing: Maximizing Your Case
Languages
English
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