Business Details
Trusted Family Law Attorneys in Columbia, MO
Benner Family Law is a dedicated legal practice specializing in family law matters, including divorce, child custody, and adoption. Founded on principles of personalized service and solutions-focused advocacy, the firm is led by Tana Benner, a seasoned attorney with over 15 years of experience in family law. Our approach prioritizes understanding each client's unique needs, ensuring prompt communication, and leveraging deep knowledge of local court procedures in Mid-Missouri.We represent clients in Boone, Callaway, Randolph, Howard, and Cooper Counties, offering compassionate guidance through complex legal challenges. Our commitment to accessibility ensures timely responses to client inquiries, while our focus on equitable resolutions helps families move forward with clarity and confidence.
Services
Divorce Representation
Child Custody
Child Support
Paternity Cases
Contempt Enforcement
Adoption Law
Surrogacy Agreements
Military Divorce
Mediation Services
Legal Name Change
Highlights and features
- We offer over 15 years of exclusive experience in Missouri family law.
- Our firm provides direct access to the attorney handling your case.
- We maintain an in-depth understanding of local court procedures in Mid-Missouri.
- We guarantee timely responses to all client communications within one business day.
- Our practice combines courtroom experience with compassionate, client-centered advocacy.
What people say
Professional and patient
Prompt communication
Skilled in complex cases
Compassionate representation
Efficient paperwork handling
Services
Divorce Representation
Our firm provides comprehensive legal representation for divorce proceedings in Missouri. We handle property division, alimony, and contested divorce matters with strategic advocacy. Clients benefit from our deep understanding of state-specific family law and courtroom procedures.
Child Custody
We advocate for clients in child custody and visitation matters, focusing on the child's best interests. Our services include creating parenting plans, modifying existing arrangements, and representing clients in contested custody hearings across Mid-Missouri.
Child Support
Our practice handles child support determinations, modifications, and enforcement actions. We ensure accurate calculations based on Missouri guidelines while considering each family's unique financial circumstances and parenting time arrangements.
Paternity Cases
We assist clients with paternity establishment and related legal matters. Our services include DNA testing coordination, custody determination, and creating child support frameworks for unmarried parents in compliance with Missouri law.
Adoption Law
Our firm guides families through Missouri adoption processes, including domestic and international adoptions. We handle legal documentation, court representation, and post-adoption modifications to ensure secure family relationships under state law.
People
Tana Benner
Attorney & Founder
Tana Benner is a family law attorney with 15+ years of experience, previously serving as a court-appointed guardian ad litem. She founded Benner Family Law to provide personalized legal solutions, combining courtroom experience with compassionate client advocacy.
Claire Whitney
Legal Assistant
Claire Whitney has served as legal assistant since 2019, supporting family law cases with organizational expertise. She holds a sociology degree from Columbia College and brings personal understanding of divorce dynamics to client interactions.
Questions
What areas of law does Benner Family Law specialize in?
We specialize exclusively in Missouri family law, including divorce, child custody, child support, adoption, paternity, and related legal matters.
How quickly can I expect a response from my attorney?
We guarantee all client communications receive a response within one business day through direct access to the attorney handling your case.
Do you handle cases outside Columbia, Missouri?
Yes, we represent clients throughout Mid-Missouri, including Boone, Callaway, Randolph, Howard, and Cooper Counties.
What payment options are available?
We accept credit card payments and offer secure online payment processing through LawPay for client convenience.
How does the initial consultation process work?
Initial consultations last 45-90 minutes, during which we discuss your case details, legal options, and associated costs in a confidential setting.
