Dennis Dwight Reaves, Business Attorney in Stockton, Missouri
Over 50 years of legal practice · focused on Business, Estate Planning, and Trusts · 5.0/5 rating from 1 verified client review
PrincipalatDennis D. Reaves
Stockton, MO
Practicing business in Stockton since 1976.
- 50+
- Years practicing
- 5.0 ★
- 1 client review
- 1
- Bar admission
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Dennis Dwight Reaves is a principal based in Stockton, MO. The practice focuses on Business, Estate Planning, and Trusts. Dennis has over 50 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Dennis D. Reaves. Rated 5.0 out of 5 from 1 client review.
- Based in
- Stockton, MO
- Experience
- over 50 years
- Known for
- Business · Estate Planning · Trusts
- Handles Business, Estate Planning, and Trusts matters from Stockton, MO.
- Over 50 years of practice as a licensed attorney.
- Recognized with AV Preeminent.
About Dennis Dwight Reaves: Dennis Dwight Reaves is a principal based in Stockton, MO. The practice focuses on Business, Estate Planning, and Trusts. Dennis has over 50 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Dennis D. Reaves. Rated 5.0 out of 5 from 1 client review.
Areas of practice
Practice areas handled by Dennis Dwight Reaves
Dennis concentrates on business, estate planning, and trusts. Each area below outlines the kind of case Dennis handles, typical outcomes to expect, and how the intake process starts.
Business
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Estate Planning
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Trusts
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Business cases in Stockton, Missouri
Dennis takes business matters in Stockton, Missouri. Typical engagements include intake calls to scope the issue, review of any records or filings you already have, and a written strategy memo before Dennis agrees to represent you.
Estate Planning cases in Stockton, Missouri
Dennis takes estate planning matters in Stockton, Missouri. Typical engagements include intake calls to scope the issue, review of any records or filings you already have, and a written strategy memo before Dennis agrees to represent you.
Trusts cases in Stockton, Missouri
Dennis takes trusts matters in Stockton, Missouri. Typical engagements include intake calls to scope the issue, review of any records or filings you already have, and a written strategy memo before Dennis agrees to represent you.
Biography
About Dennis Dwight Reaves — Over 50 years of Missouri business experience
Dennis Dwight Reaves is a principal based in Stockton, MO. The practice focuses on Business, Estate Planning, and Trusts. Dennis has over 50 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Dennis D. Reaves. Rated 5.0 out of 5 from 1 client review.
Dennis Dwight Reaves is a lawyer practicing estates, trusts, business and 1 other area of law. Dennis received a B.A. degree from Missouri Southern State College in 1973, and has been licensed for 50 years. Dennis practices at Dennis D. Reaves in Stockton, MO.
Working with Dennis on a business matter
Dennis Dwight Reaves is a lawyer practicing estates, trusts, business and 1 other area of law. Dennis received a B.A. degree from Missouri Southern State College in 1973, and has been licensed for 50 years. Dennis practices at Dennis D. Reaves in Stockton, MO.
Clients Dennis works with
Dennis reviews new inquiries case-by-case for business, estate planning, and trusts matters in Stockton and the surrounding Missouri area.
Credentials
Dennis Dwight Reaves's legal education and bar admissions
University of Missouri at Columbia
J.D. · 1976
Missouri Southern State College
B.A. · 1973
Jurisdictions
Dennis's state bar admissions
Missouri
1976 · ACTIVE
Dennis studied at J.D. in University of Missouri at Columbia and B.A. in Missouri Southern State College.
Law school and academic background
Dennis completed J.D. in University of Missouri at Columbia and B.A. in Missouri Southern State College. Formal legal training is one signal of substantive knowledge — the day-to-day practice Dennis runs in Missouri is where that training gets applied to real client questions.
Recognition
Awards, publications, and recognition of Dennis Dwight Reaves
Dennis has received 1 formal recognition from bar associations, industry bodies, and peer-review services.
AV Preeminent
Legal awards and honors
AV Preeminent.
Locations
Dennis Dwight Reaves's office in Stockton
Dennis's primary office is at 12 Public Sq., Stockton, MO, 65785-0220. In-person meetings are by appointment; a phone intake usually comes first.
Client feedback
Client reviews of Dennis Dwight Reaves — 5.0/5 rating from 1 verified client review
Every review below is from a verified client of Dennis. Reviews cover communication, case outcome, and value — the three signals that matter most when comparing business attorneys in Stockton.
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How to hire Dennis Dwight Reaves — what to expect in your first consultation
Working with a new business attorney should feel structured. Here's how the first two conversations with Dennis usually go, from the moment you request a consult to the day representation begins.
Consultation formats and pricing
Dennis charges for the initial consult. That fee is credited toward representation if you retain Dennis's office.
What to bring to your first meeting
Bring any documents you already have — police reports, medical records, filed pleadings, correspondence from an insurer, a copy of the contract at issue. If you're not sure, err on the side of bringing everything; Dennis will tell you what matters and what doesn't.
Questions to ask a business attorney in Stockton, Missouri
A short list to run through before you commit: How many business matters have you handled in the last year? What's your fee structure? Who else in the office will work on this? What's your realistic estimate of timeline and range of outcomes? How do I reach you between meetings?
Fees & payment
Fees, payment methods, and consultation options for Dennis
Dennis discusses fees during intake so the arrangement fits the matter. Contingency, hourly, and flat-fee options are all common in business practice — ask which fits.
Hourly rates, contingency fees, and flat-fee options
Every business matter is priced differently. Simple document review might be a flat fee. Injury litigation is often contingency. Complex commercial disputes usually run hourly with a retainer. Dennis confirms the model in the engagement letter before any work starts.
Payment methods and payment plans
Dennis's office accepts standard payment methods. Ask about payment plans if the retainer is a stretch — many business practices work with clients on structured schedules.
Frequently asked
Frequently asked questions about Dennis Dwight Reaves
How much does it cost to hire Dennis for a business case?
Cost depends on the type of matter, the fee model (contingency, flat, hourly), and how contested the case becomes. Dennis walks through the likely range during the consult so there are no surprises.
Does Dennis offer a free consultation?
Dennis charges for the initial consult; that fee is credited toward representation if you retain Dennis's office. Some business attorneys offer free consults — check Dennis's current terms during booking.
How long do business cases in Missouri typically take?
Simple business matters can wrap in a few weeks; disputed cases can run 6–18 months from intake to resolution, longer if the matter goes to trial. Dennis gives a realistic estimate for your facts at the consult — vague answers here are a red flag.
Can Dennis take my case if I'm outside Stockton?
Dennis is licensed in Missouri. Matters governed by Missouri law are the natural fit. Out-of-state matters are handled case-by-case, sometimes with local co-counsel. Ask during intake — Dennis will tell you if the case is a fit or refer you to someone closer to your court.
What should I bring to my first meeting with Dennis?
Bring every document that touches the dispute: contracts, correspondence, police or medical reports, filed pleadings, invoices, photographs, insurance letters. Also bring a written timeline of what happened, in your own words. Dennis will filter what matters — over-preparing at intake is always cheaper than needing a second meeting.
Is Dennis accepting new business clients right now?
Dennis's intake status shifts week to week. Submit the form; the office will confirm availability or refer the matter out.
Areas served
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