For more than two decades, Scott Hamblin has litigated cases in Circuit Courts and United States District Courts throughout Missouri. Scott regularly practices in the areas of family law, divorce, child custody, paternity, child custody modifications, state and federal criminal defense including drug trafficking, drug possession, firearm offenses, sexual crimes, money laundering, driving while intoxicated (DWI/DUI) and manslaughter. As a former assistant prosecuting attorney, Scott has gained substantial trial experience and insight which benefits his clients.
Scott A. Hamblin has been selected into The National Trial Lawyers Top 100 Trial Lawyers every year since 2013. Mr. Hamblin was selected based on his performance in the practice area of Criminal Defense law.
Scott has been voted City’s Best Lawyer by Jefferson City Magazine on more than one occasion. He has been recognized Top Attorney in the area of divorce by AVVO. He has received the Attorney-Client Satisfaction Award by the American Institute of Family Law Attorneys. Scott has been a presenter for various Missouri Bar continuing legal education programs to educate other lawyers. He has been a public speaker for other events involving issues of family law. Scott has been a panel presenter and speaker for Children’s Division STARS and Spaulding classes for foster parents and adoptive parents. Scott is a member of the Missouri Bar Family Law Section. He regularly attends the annual Family Law Conference for lawyers which addresses changes in the law.
Whatever legal problem you are facing, Scott will work hard to make sure you are comfortable with the legal process. He will work with you personally to help you explore your options and give you the information you need to make informed decisions.
Scott is involved in numerous professional organizations including the Missouri Association of Criminal Defense Lawyers, Family Law Section of the Missouri Bar, Missouri Association of Trial Attorneys, the Missouri Bar Association, the Cole County Bar Association, and the American Bar Association. Scott is actively involved in the Jefferson City community. Scott currently serves as legal counsel for the Missouri Jaycees and the Central Missouri Foster Care Adoption Association. He serves as presiding Judge for the Elks Lodge #513. He serves on the Jefferson City Regional Board of UCP (United Cerebral Palsy) and is a member of the Jefferson City Chamber of Commerce, Jefferson City Chamber of Commerce Young Professionals, Jefferson City Jaycees, and St. Peter’s Parish.
Scott Hamblin was recently published by The Missouri Bar in the DWI Law and Practice, Second Edition, for authoring Chapter 1, Chemical Test Refusal Cases. This chapter engages in a detailed analysis of Missouri’s implied consent law which requires individuals to submit to a chemical test of their breath or blood after having been arrested for a DWI/DUI or risk the loss of a driver’s license and driving privileges for a minimum of one year.
Are you facing a family law, criminal defense, or personal injury matter? Contact Scott Hamblin’s law office today online or by telephone at 573-821-4013 to speak with a knowledgeable Jefferson City divorce and family law lawyer. He offers consultations and accepts MasterCard and Visa credit cards. He handles personal injury cases on a contingent fee basis — you won’t have to pay an attorney fee for a personal injury case unless he obtains results for you.
My husband and I hired Mr Hamblin for a criminal matter that happen to me by accident I had some issues that happen and I have never been in any trouble. However I did some research on criminal defense attorneys and Mr. Hamblin named appeared. I did some research on him and found that he…
My husband and I have used Scott as our lawyer for adoption , he was very professional as well as caring in the case. He also helped us with our personal Wills, Durable Power of Attorney, and our Health Directives. He is very thorough and explains everything step by step, and answers any questions you…
Scott did an excellent job. He was available as needed and always listened. He responded quickly to e-mails or phone calls. He didn't just "tell me what to do." Instead, he listened to my input and helped me make informed decisions. I always felt as though he had time for me as a client.
Scott is very compassionate but honest man. I have known Scott for 10+ years. I met him while fostering children with Cole County Childrens Division. When he became the adoption lawyer for Cole Couuty Childrens Division in 2007 my husband and I was one of the first to use him to become adoptive parents to…
Exceptional to work with, easy to talk to and extremely efficient. We have used Scott on two major issues now and have walked away both times more than satisfied. If someone has a significant legal issue pressing, Scott Hamblin, without question is who they need representing them.
I have used Scott Hamblin as my attorney for several different issues. He did a great job. Should you need a lawyer, Scott is an excellent choice.
Scott was knowledgeable of the law and provided support and honest counsel as my divorce attorney. I would highly recommend him to others.
Scott is a great lawyer, will do what he says! He will work his tail off for you. It was a long 2 year divorce, but I am so glad he was representing me. Very fair and doesn't over charge for his services. I can now say he is my friend, not only my attorney.
Scott represented me on a matter that was small, but very important to me. Scott was professional, honest and informative every step of the way. Even though my case was a small one, I never felt any less than his most important client whenever we met or had court appearances. I am absolutely certain that…
For accessible and experienced representation, contact attorney Scott Hamblin today.
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