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05/14/2025

The latest episode of our podcast, , is out now!

This week, we feature Tamara A. Veit Attorney at Law, who has an extensive history in advocating for children in the court system. Take a listen and learn about Tamara's experience supporting victims of domestic violence through her career as an attorney.

You can listen now here https://ow.ly/mKcc50VRWHx or wherever you get your podcasts🎙️

02/21/2025

05/27/2024

Memorial Day remembrance is a central aspect of this U.S. holiday, aimed at honoring and remembering the men and women who have died while serving in the military.
We take the time to remember and honor those who have served.

05/24/2024

Each year, nearly 370,000 children in the United States are in the dependency court and foster care systems because of experiencing abuse or neglect. Every child deserves a voice and a place to call home. This Foster Care Month let’s raise awareness about the critical need for foster families and CASA/GAL volunteers. Together, we can make a difference in the lives of children and youth in need.

04/29/2024

Want to know more about Guardianship & Conservatorships

In Missouri, guardianship and conservatorship are legal arrangements designed to protect individuals who are unable to make decisions for themselves due to incapacity. Here's an overview of both:

Guardianship:
Guardianship typically involves decisions about the person's personal care and well-being.
A guardian is appointed by the court to make decisions on behalf of an incapacitated person, known as the ward.
Guardianship may be necessary for individuals who are mentally incompetent, developmentally disabled, or incapacitated due to illness or injury.
The guardian may make decisions regarding the ward's medical care, living arrangements, education, and other personal matters.
Conservatorship:
Conservatorship primarily deals with managing the financial affairs and assets of an incapacitated person.
A conservator is appointed by the court to manage the ward's financial affairs, including paying bills, managing investments, and making financial decisions.
Conservatorship may be necessary when an individual is unable to manage their finances due to incapacity, disability, or other reasons.
In Missouri, the process for establishing guardianship or conservatorship typically involves filing a petition with the probate court in the county where the incapacitated person resides. The court will then hold a hearing to determine whether guardianship or conservatorship is necessary and who should be appointed as guardian or conservator.

The court will consider evidence regarding the individual's incapacity and the proposed guardian or conservator's suitability to fulfill their duties. Once appointed, the guardian or conservator must regularly report to the court and may be subject to court supervision to ensure that they are acting in the best interests of the ward.

It's important to note that guardianship and conservatorship are serious legal arrangements that restrict an individual's rights, so they should only be pursued when necessary and with careful consideration of the individual's best interests. Additionally, Missouri law provides alternatives to guardianship and conservatorship, such as powers of attorney and advance directives, which allow individuals to appoint someone to make decisions on their behalf without the need for court intervention.

04/26/2024

Join us in supporting CAPA for Blue Ribbon BINGO at Chicken N Pickle! Sign up for tickets here: bit.ly/CAPABINGO

04/17/2024

04/10/2024

04/04/2024

William L. Hall practices in the areas of social security disability, worker’s compensation, personal injury, civil litigation, criminal law and insurance subrogation. He received his B.A. from the University of Missouri-St. Louis in 1974 and his J.D. in 1977 from the University of Missouri-Columbia. He is involved in a number of civic organizations in the Kansas City area. His service to the developmentally disabled has been recognized by the Missouri PTA. He is a member of a number of legal organizations, including the American Bar Association, the Missouri Bar Association, the Kansas City Metropolitan Bar Association, the Eastern Jackson County Bar Association, the Missouri Trial Lawyers Association and the National Organization of Social Security Claimant Representations. He has been admitted to practice law in the states of Missouri and Kansas.

04/02/2024

James E. Ewan graduated from the University of Missouri-Kansas City with his B.A. From the same university in 1976 he received his J.D., with distinction, and was admitted into the Order of the Bench and Robe. He practices primarily in the areas of business, real estate, estate planning, and probate. His clients include builders, contractors, developers, small businesses, and their owners, not-for-profits, title insurance companies, homeowners associations, and individuals. He is active in the community. He is currently on the Board of Directors for the City Union Mission and the Independence Youth Court. He is the moderator and a deacon at his church, Spring Valley Baptist Church. He is also a member of a number of legal organizations, including the American Bar Association, the Missouri Bar Association, the Kansas City Metropolitan Bar Association, and the Eastern Jackson County Bar Association.

03/28/2024

Tamara A. Veit graduated with her B.A. and B.S. in Psychology from Truman State University in 2001. She received her J.D. from the University of Missouri–Kansas City in 2004. In 2004, she began working for McElligott Ewan & Hall PC as an associate attorney. She practices primarily in the area of family law. She is currently a member of a number of legal organizations, including the American Bar Association, the Missouri Bar Association, the Kansas City Metropolitan Bar Association, the Eastern Jackson County Bar Association, the Association of Women’s Lawyers, the Association of Family and Conciliation Courts, and the Missouri Association of Family Law Advocates.
Tamara has served on numerous boards and committees for these organizations. She is currently on the Board of Directors for the Kansas City Metropolitan Bar Foundation (KCMBF) and the Vice Chair of Governance for CAPA.
Throughout her career as an attorney, she have served as a Guardian Ad Litem to the Court advocating children’s rights.
Tamara has served on community board for homeowners association as well as church and school committees.

03/27/2024

If you’re looking for superior legal services throughout Independence, MO, and the surrounding areas, rely on McElligott Ewan & Hall. Our attorneys are available to handle your case in Missouri. We provide legal advice in various areas, including Family Law, Estate Planning & Probate, Transactional Law, and Business Litigation and formation.

Why Choose McElligott Ewan & Hall?
At McElligott Ewan & Hall, we devote personalized attention to each case. We’ve provided skilled legal representation since 1985. In our decades of service, we’ve developed a reputation as one of the most trusted firms in the area.