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Lowther Johnson, Attorneys At Law, LLCMember
Thomas M. Benson
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Thomas M. Benson

3.9
26 reviews

901 St. Louis Street 20th Floor, Springfield, MO 65806

Driving While Intoxicated, Traffic Violations, Divorce and 3 more

About Thomas M. Benson

Thomas Benson joined Lowther Johnson as an Associate in 1994, becoming a Member in 2000. Tom provides a wide range of services to his clients in family law matters including divorce, modifications, paternity actions, name changes and adoptions. He has successfully tried numerous cases involving contested custody of children, and has procured favorable results for his clients in cases involving significant assets and property. Besides being a trial attorney, Tom also has extensive experience handling cases throughout the appeals process.

Tom also assists clients in criminal matters such as driving while intoxicated, and other driving and alcohol-related offenses. He has years of experience in handling traffic cases and dealing with drivers license issues.

In addition, Tom also represents individuals and businesses in real estate matters, landlord/tenant disputes and foreclosures. He frequently assists clients in collection cases, including matters in Probate Court.

Tom has spoken at numerous seminars and to local groups on topics ranging from judgment collection to Probate Court and has authored articles on various legal issues.

 

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Family Law
Posted by anonymous
April 07, 2023
Hired Attorney Thomas M. Benson

He dropped my case for whatever reason but had no problem taking the money. Thought he was going to really help, he did file the papers needed but that's it. He charges you for each word you and he write in conversation over emails. He charges you for anything he can get out of you and refuses to explain anything you don't understand he goes around the question instead so he can charge you more.

 
Family Law
Posted by Frank
April 11, 2023
Hired Attorney Thomas M. Benson

He had no problem taking my money. He did file the proper paper work but when asked questions he was real quick to drop the case. This man is a horrible person. He chose to withdraw cuz he lacks the proper knowledge to do so.

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Areas of Law

  • Criminal Law 1
    • Traffic Violations
  • Family Law 1
    • Divorce
  • Debtor and Creditor 1
    • Collections
  • Appellate Practice
  • Other 2
    • Driving While Intoxicated
    • Domestic Relations

Practice Details

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  • Firm Information
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    Firm Name
    Lowther Johnson, Attorneys At Law, LLC
  • Additional Links
    http://www.lowtherjohnson.com/attorneys/benson/

Experience

  • Bar Admission & Memberships
    Admissions
    1994, Missouri
    1995, U.S. District Court, Western District of Missouri
    Memberships
    Springfield Metropolitan and American Bar Associations
    The Missouri Bar.
  • Education & Certifications
    Law School
    St. Louis University
    Class of 1994
    J.D.
    cum laude
    Other Education
    Missouri State University
    Class of 1988
    B.S.
    cum laude
  • Personal Details & History
    Age
    Born in 1964
    Rice Lake, Wisconsin, April 10, 1964

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Member at Lowther Johnson, Attorneys At Law, LLC
3.9
26 reviews

901 St. Louis Street 20th FloorSpringfield, MO 65806U.S.A.

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  • Tuesday 08:30 AM - 05:00 PM
  • Wednesday 08:30 AM - 05:00 PM
  • Thursday 08:30 AM - 05:00 PM
  • Friday 08:30 AM - 05:00 PM

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    Thomas M. Benson was admitted in 1994 to the State of Missouri.
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    Thomas M. Benson is admitted to practice before the United States District Court for the Western District of Missouri.
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    Thomas M. Benson attended St. Louis University.
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    Lowther Johnson, Attorneys At Law, LLC was established in 1975.

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