If you are ending a marriage in Kansas City, Missouri calls it a dissolution of marriage and it is no-fault — you only have to show the marriage is irretrievably broken. At least one spouse must have lived in Missouri for 90 days before filing, and the court cannot finalize anything until a mandatory 30-day waiting period has passed. Most Kansas City cases are heard in the Jackson County Circuit Court, and Missouri divides marital property equitably (fairly, not automatically 50/50). Below: vetted Kansas City divorce and family-law firms that handle custody, support, and property division.
Updated June 2, 2026
You do not always need a lawyer for an amicable Missouri dissolution with no children and few assets. But most Kansas City divorces benefit from at least a consultation. Talk to a Kansas City divorce lawyer before you sign anything if:
Kansas City divorce lawyers usually bill hourly against a retainer. The total depends almost entirely on how much you and your spouse fight:
An uncontested dissolution where you agree on everything is the cheapest path — some Kansas City firms handle these for a flat fee in the $1,500-$3,500 range plus the Jackson County filing fee. A contested divorce with custody or property disputes runs on an hourly retainer, often $2,500-$6,000 to start, and can climb if it goes to trial. Ask any firm to put the hourly rate, retainer, and what happens to unused retainer funds in writing before you sign.
The biggest driver of both cost and time is conflict, so many Kansas City firms push mediation first. For a national overview, see our divorce guide, or browse all Kansas City lawyers.
A regional family-law firm with a Kansas City office handling divorce, custody, and support across the Missouri side of the metro. A fit for clients who want a firm focused entirely on family law with support staff.
A Kansas City-area family-law boutique focused on divorce and custody, including financially complex cases. A strong option for clients who want a focused family-law practice for a contested case.
A Kansas City family-law firm handling divorce, custody, support, and post-decree modifications. Suited to people who want a dedicated family-law team for the range of Jackson County matters.
A Kansas City family-law practice handling divorce and custody for clients on the Missouri side of the metro. A fit for clients who want a smaller firm with direct attorney attention.
A national family-law firm, founded in the Missouri area, with a Kansas City office handling divorce and custody. A good fit for clients who want a larger firm with a deep family-law bench.
See the full ranked write-up in our Top 10 divorce lawyers in Kansas City guide. Firm details are gathered from public sources; ratings not shown are not yet aggregated.
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