Justin Michael Evans

Justin Michael Evans

5.0
Rating: 10.0

Licensed for 10 years

Child custody Lawyer Practice Areas: Child Custody, Divorce & Separation, Guardianship ... +2 more

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Practice Areas

5

Practice Areas

Child Custody 50%

200 cases

50%
Guardianship 15%

17 cases

15%
Family 10%

Divorce, child custody, guardianships.

284 cases

10%

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Licensed in Missouri for 10 years

State: Missouri

Acquired: 2015

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Justin Michael Evans's Reviews

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5.0 /5.0

82 Client Reviews

Showing 16 - 20 of 22 reviews | Practice Area Knowledge

Posted by Alexis | January 02, 2018 | Hired Attorney | Child Custody

By your side every step of the way, Highly Recommended!

Looking for a lawyer? I would highly recommend you to let Justin Evans help you every step of the way. A compassionate, friendly, eager, driven lawyer all in one. Exactly one whole year ago I was desperately looking for someone to help me through a custody battle that was taking such an emotional tol...l on me. I read a few reviews and called Justin’s office to have a consultation with him. He was one of many that I had inquired about. That night Justin called and talked to me for a good couple of hours about what was going on in my situation and as soon as we got off the phone I knew he was the lawyer for me. Justin helped me through many stressful days and nights dealing with a man who honestly wanted nothing more than to make my life miserable. I came to him with little and big problems, cried a few times, and he never once made me feel as if my problems didn’t matter. He made me believe more in my self and he honestly cares so much about the outcome for not only me but my daughter as well. He never sugar coated anything to make it sound better than it was, always shared words of wisdom and led me in the right direction any time I had something new I had to face. It was a few days before trial and he was willing to go all in and we finally came to an agreement without having to go to court. My situation is definitely not picture perfect with my daughters Dad and there are still many things I go to Justin about even after we got things signed. But I know that if I have to go back someday and start this whole process over I wouldn’t want any one else to help me get through it all. Everything hit me in just a matter of time when things first began and God sends us the people we need sometimes when we least expect it. I am now able to focus on being the best mom I can be for my little one with less stress. I am so thankful for someone that fought for me and with me to be able to have as much precious time as I do to be able to spend with her. Thank you so much Justin. Don’t think twice, give him a call.

Posted by Winn | November 09, 2017 | Hired Attorney | Child Custody

A Truly Caring Person

Justin assisted me with a child custody case and was honestly one of the best attorneys I've ever had the opportunity to work with. He is extremely easy to talk to, his advice was invaluable, and he explained all aspects of my case on a very relatable level. His expert guidance helped keep emotions... from influencing my decisions and he was very mindful of the costs associated with engaging his legal counsel. I felt Justin was far more concerned with the best possible outcome of my case and not the fees he could have potentially collected from it. I cannot say enough positive things about my experience. I would recommend Justin’s legal counsel to anyone dealing with a child custody case.

Posted by Andrew | November 05, 2017 | Hired Attorney | Child Custody

A difficult case no Attorney wanted

I faced an incredibly challenging custody case that was going on 4 years. There were idiosyncrasies in the case that caused many attorneys to balk at any effort without more money than I could afford. As a single father, the odds are stacked against me and I struggled to find anyone who would look at... just the facts of the case and judge them on their own merits. When the attorney I hired became a judge, I lost not only representation but the one who had all those facts, had them compartmentalized and had a plan. I felt more than defeated. Many times I felt like I just wanted to give up. That was when in my frantic search, time off work spent meeting attorneys (paying consultation fees in addition to losing pay with time off), I met with Justin. I came to him with a mess of 4 years of custody arguments and evidence that all the other attorneys balked at. Justin looked at me and told me he could do this. He would represent me and make sure that I would have this taken care of. I know that no matter if I had come to Justin with a brand new case rather than the one I had, he would have worked with no less fervor. From a legal perspective, my case was incredibly risky, with the potential of experts being called in (which just meant more money out of my pocket since they wouldn't be on my side), and a long trial to hear from any number of strangers pulled in off the street to say what a bad father I was. What I needed was someone who was on my side. Someone who would take the mess of all that was happening and finally say, “You know, this is crazy!” Justin did. He was on my side. He wasn't afraid to look at my case and both be honest with me about what could happen and he would make this case his own, and fight for it as if he was the one facing the outcome! I could not have known that God would have planned all this exactly the way He did. Needless to say, I would hire Justin in a heartbeat. I know that he will fight for what is right, what I want, and armed with the legal processes that I lack, as if it were his own case. I could not be more thankful to have met Justin than I am.

Posted by Susan | October 17, 2017 | Hired Attorney | Divorce & Separation

Thanks.

I hired Justin Evans to handle my divorce paperwork. He navigated the complicated issues we faced and did his job well. He was able to answer many, many questions and had everything done in timely fashion. I appreciate his efforts - he went above and beyond. I would definitely recommend him to other...s.

Posted by Jennifer | March 10, 2017 | Hired Attorney | Child Custody

Best Lawyer Experience !!

Mr. Evans went completely out of his way to provide the best advice about everything involving my paternity\custody case and I am ever so thankful for it. Had I not got in contact with Mr. Evans, I might have had a different outcome. I cannot express how easy Justin is to speak with and no question i...s too small. I will recommend Mr. Evans to anyone!

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Justin Michael Evans's Lawyer Endorsements

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Branden Twibell

Criminal defense lawyer | Feb 29

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer. Justin brings his experience as a prosecuting attorney and his passion for helping people to every case. Justin genuinely likes people, which is a rarity for attorneys, and it shows in how he represents his clients."

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Andrew Peebles

Family lawyer | Aug 17

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I strongly recommend Justin for any of your family law needs. Not only is Justin a person of strong moral fiber, he is willing to invest as much time as is needed to ensure a favorable result for his clients. Justin genuinely cares about each and every client, and brings a level of real world experience to the job that few other family law attorneys possess. I am more than confident that Justin will work to achieve the best result for your case."

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Brian Risley

Family lawyer | Nov 01

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer. Justin has shown commitment to his clients in and out of the courtroom, knowledge of the law, and respect among the Judges in which we practice and fellow family law attorneys. If I a family member or close friend with a family issues, he would be one of the first people I recommend."

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Dylan Driskell

Child custody lawyer | Oct 26

Relationship: Opposing Counsel on matter

"I strongly endorse this lawyer. Justin Evans is a rare talent that truly fights hard for his clients. As opposing counsel on numerous family law cases with Justin, I personally witnessed his determination, professionalism, and intellect while strongly advocating for his clients."

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Benjamin McBride

Family lawyer | Dec 21

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I have watched as Mr. Evans has evolved in his private practice of the law. I see no other attorney in this field with the passion and determination to fight for his clients than he."

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J Allen

Divorce and separation lawyer | Sep 18

Relationship: Opposing Counsel on matter

"I endorse this lawyer. Justin is my opposing counsel on a very contested case in Greene County. Justin is a strong and capable advocate for his client. Justin is knowledgeable on the law, and has great people skills. He puts his clients first and is on their side. I believe he serves his clients well and would not have any hesitation or reservation referring a contested dissolution or child custody matter to Justin."

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Darrion Walker

Family lawyer | Sep 14

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Justin is a great man and an outstanding advocate. He genuinely cares about his clients, works extremely hard to pursue their interests, and - just as importantly - knows the law. I recommend Justin, without reservation, for your domestic/family law needs."

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Kenneth Jamison

Family lawyer | Apr 03

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"I endorse this lawyer. Justin is an exceptionally intelligent and hard-working attorney of the highest caliber. Justin's drive, dedication and work ethic are seldom matched by his peers."

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John Kail

Family lawyer | Feb 20

Relationship: Opposing Counsel on matter

"Whenever I need to refer friends or clients to a family law attorney, I refer them to Justin Evans. He is extraordinarily professional, well-prepared and dedicated to obtaining the best results possible for his clients. I am always confident that the people I care about will get excellent, aggressive representation from Justin and I highly recommend him to anyone in need of an attorney."

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Joshua Baker

Divorce and separation lawyer | Feb 17

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Justin is a great attorney; I always enjoy speaking with him. His reputation is amazing, and he truly cares about his clients."

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Jonathan Osborne

Family lawyer | Dec 13

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I highly recommend Justin for his varied skill set in all family matters. I have consulted with him on issues regarding Orders of Protection, and Guardianships as a means to bounce ideas off of. He is generous with his time to both his clients and other attorneys. If you needs someone who invests in his clients, Justin in a good one."

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Elisha Gilmore

Family lawyer | Sep 20

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"I have known Justin for many years and am proud to call him my friend and colleague. Justin is an excellent advocate for his clients. He's passionate, knowledgeable, upholds the highest degree of professionalism, all while simultaneously being a force to be reckoned with in the court room. I have worked along side him on cases and we have cross-consulted on cases. If your are looking for a family law attorney in the Springfield, MO area, I highly recommend this guy."

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Timothy Brown

Unknown lawyer | Aug 19

Relationship: Opposing Counsel on matter

"Justin is a very ethical attorney. He seems eager to work for the best resolution for his clients. I endorse this lawyer."

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Leif Hamman

Family lawyer | Aug 01

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Mr. Evans is a skilled, knowledgeable, and conscientious attorney who treats his clients with the personal attention they need. And on top of all that, he is a person of extremely high quality. I endorse this lawyer without reservation and recommend him absolutely."

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Christopher Cole

Criminal defense lawyer | Mar 23

Relationship: Opposing Counsel on matter

"I endorse this lawyer."

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Brad Medcalf

Criminal defense lawyer | Feb 26

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Justin is an outstanding attorney with a tireless work ethic. I have known him since law school. He takes a genuine interest in each of his clients. If you want someone that is not afraid to go all the way to trial to ensure the absolute best result, you need to consider Justin. He is an everyday guy looking to assist others facing hard times. He loves what he does, and that is reflected by excellent results. No matter the size, or magnitude, of your case, Justin will treat it like a top priority. His rates are very fair for the region. He is a great attorney and tremendous person."

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Dylan Driskell

Family lawyer

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Daniel Brogdon

Family lawyer

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Benjamin McBride

Criminal defense lawyer

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Darrion Walker

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J Allen

Family lawyer

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Kenneth Jamison

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Joshua Baker

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Jonathan Osborne

Family lawyer

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Shelly Reece

Family lawyer

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Jessica Martin

Family lawyer

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Terry Garner

Family lawyer

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Ryan Waters

Family lawyer

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Lawrence Catt

Criminal defense lawyer

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James Coatney

Criminal defense lawyer

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Elisha Gilmore

Family lawyer

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Andrew Peebles

Estate planning lawyer

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Chelsea Merta

Family lawyer

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Leif Hamman

Family lawyer

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Brian Sleeth

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Kian Moghbeli

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Experience

Rating:  10.0 (Superb)

Honors

2022

Rising Star, SuperLawyers

2021

Rising Star, SuperLawyers

2020

Rising Stars, Super Lawyers

2019

Rising Star, SuperLawyers

2018

Rising Star, SuperLawyers

2018

Client's Choice, Avvo

2017

Rising Star, SuperLawyers

2017

Client Champion, Martindale-Hubbell

2017

Client's Choice, Avvo

2016

Client's Choice, Avvo

Work Experience

2023 - Present

Associate Circuit Judge, State of Missouri

2016 - Present

Owner, Ozarks Family Law

Associations

2015 - Present

Missouri State Bar Association

Member

2015 - Present

Missouri Bar, Family Law Section

Member

2013 - Present

Springfield Metropolitan Bar Assocation

Member

2018 - 2022

Webster County Victim's Advocacy Board

Board Member

Sample of Legal Cases

2nd Degree Burglary

Deferral of charges - 1 year

Contested Child Custody

Settlement - greatly increased custody time for Father

Contested Divorce w/ Criminal Charges

Settlement

Reunification of Mother and Child

Reunification

Child Order of Protection

Order of Protection denied

Adult Order of Protection

Order of Protection denied

Termination of Parental Rights

Placement - reunification of minor child with his biological father

60+ Municipal Zoning Violations, over 100k in possible fines

Plea - deferral of majority of fines, deferral of majority of the charges

Adult Order of Protection

Client returned to handicap-accessible home

Assault - Third Degree

Suspended Imposition of Sentence - Unsupervised Probation

Assault - Third Degree

Suspended Imposition of Sentence - Unsupervised Probation

Resisting Arrest, Property Damage, and Assault

Suspended Imposition of Sentence - Unsupervised Probation

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Education

2015

University of Missouri - Columbia School of Law

JD - Juris Doctor

Speaking Engagements

2017

KSGF 104.1 FM Springfield: All Out Law with Kyle Wyatt Springfield Missouri Pit Bull Ordinance

Languages

English

Activity

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