Van Pelt and Van Pelt, Attorneys at Law is a premier family law firm in Springfield, Missouri, specializing in divorce and adoption cases. The firm stands out for its exceptional depth of experience, with over 70 years of combined legal practice, and its consistent recognition by prestigious legal organizations, including a Top Tier 1 rating from Best Lawyers “Best Law Firms” for Family Law.
The firm is led by F. Richard “Rick” Van Pelt, a seasoned trial attorney with 30 years of experience and one of only 100 Diplomates of the American College of Family Trial Lawyers in the U.S., and Kay Van Pelt, a Fellow of the Academy of Adoption & Assisted Reproduction Attorneys and a Missouri/Kansas Super Lawyer. They focus on providing compassionate, intuitive representation for individuals and families navigating complex and emotionally charged legal matters, leveraging extensive courtroom expertise and a nationwide network of resources to anticipate challenges and secure favorable outcomes.
Services Offered
- Divorce Law
- Adoption Law
- Mediation Services
- Legal Separation
- Prenuptial Agreements
- Modification Cases
- Agency Adoptions
- Private Independent Placement Adoptions
- International Adoptions
- Dissolution of Marriage
The firm proudly serves the Springfield, Ozark, and Nixa communities, offering dedicated counsel backed by decades of successful case results and professional accolades, including nineteen consecutive years of recognition by Best Lawyers in America for Family Law.
