Melissa Cass (formerly Schroeder) - Lenexa, KS
Attorney at The Kelly Law Firm, L.L.C.
Family Law Lawyers in Lenexa, KS
11900 W. 87th St. Pkwy. Suite 250 Lenexa, KS 66215
- 1 Super Lawyers®
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30
Years
Experience
Lenexa Family Law Lawyer
Updated: 10/14/2026
Areas of Practice
- Family Law
- Divorce
- Same-Sex Divorce
- Legal Separation
- Annulment
- Child Custody
- Paternity
- Father's Rights
- Grandparent's Rights
- High Net Worth Divorce
- Division of Assets and Debts
- Post Divorce Modification
- Enforcement of Judgments
- Restraining Orders
- Child in Need of Care/Family Services
Attorney Information
Overview
Attorney Melissa Cass, formerly known professionally as Melissa Kelly Schroeder, has practiced law since 1995. She established The Kelly Law Firm, L.L.C. with a commitment to providing clients with individualized attention and straightforward legal guidance. Drawing on decades of experience, Melissa helps individuals and families navigate family law matters with honest representation, practical advice, and a focus on achieving effective resolutions.
For the duration of her career, Melissa has proudly represented clients in a variety of family law matters. These include matters related to children such as addressing custody and support. In addition, she assists with divorce matters including marital settlement agreements, spousal support and property division. She is also a skilled family law litigator who can confidently handle contempt proceedings, post-judgment modification hearings and even criminal defense matters. Whether she is helping parents, politicians, military personnel, educators or professional athletes, she provides high-quality representation to all.
Melissa is a member of the State Bars of Kansas and Missouri as well as the Johnson County Bar Association. Melissa attended the highly acclaimed Washburn University School of Law and Kansas State University where she received degrees in Political Science and Sociology. She is the mother of three beautiful children and has always said, the day she became a mother is a day she became a much better lawyer.
With more than 30 years of legal experience, Melissa is a renowned mediator and negotiator, often saving her clients time and money in the process. She is skilled at handling the most complex family legal matters. From divorce cases involving significant assets to contentious child custody disputes, she is a staunch legal advocate during settlement negotiations and at trial, if necessary.
Awards and Honors
Other Sources of Feedback About Melissa Cass (formerly Schroeder)
Included on the 2026 Missouri and Kansas Super Lawyers list
Past Lists
- 2025 Missouri and Kansas Super Lawyers list
- 2024 Missouri and Kansas Super Lawyers list
- 2023 Missouri and Kansas Super Lawyers list
- 2022 Missouri and Kansas Super Lawyers list
- 2021 Missouri and Kansas Super Lawyers list
- 2020 Missouri and Kansas Super Lawyers list
- 2019 Missouri and Kansas Super Lawyers list
- 2018 Missouri and Kansas Super Lawyers list
- 2017 Missouri and Kansas Super Lawyers list
- 2016 Missouri and Kansas Super Lawyers list
Education
Legal Education
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Washburn University School of Law, Topeka, Kansas, 1995
J.D.
Law Journal: Washburn Law Journal
Non Legal Education
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Kansas State University, Manhattan, Kansas, 1993
B.S.
Honors: Dean's List
Major: Political Science
Major: Sociology
Current Employment Position(s)
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Owner and Founding Attorney
Bar Admissions
- Kansas, 1996
- Missouri, 1999
- U.S. District Court District of Kansas, 1996
- U.S. District Court Western District of Missouri, 1999
- U.S. Court of Appeals 10th Circuit, 1996
Other Affiliations
- Kansas Bar Association
- Johnson County Bar Association
- Missouri Bar Association
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Contact
11900 W. 87th St. Pkwy.
Suite 250
Lenexa, KS 66215
Phone Number: 913-717-0655
Fax Number: 913-451-0004
Email: Send a message
Website: https://www.thekellylawfirm.com
Hours: Monday-Friday: 8am - 5pm
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