Walter S. Pettit Jr.

Pettit Law Office

Aurora, MO

71+ Years Experience

Licensed in 1 State

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About Walter

Walter S. Pettit Jr., known as 'Walt', passed away on April 19, 2024. He was born on November 11, 1926. He served in the Army during WWII and as an Officer in the Army Jag Corp during the Korean War for over 16 years. He graduated from Drury University in 1949 with degrees in Political Science and Economics, and from the University of Missouri-Columbia with a Law Degree in 1953. He started his law practice in 1953 and later moved to Aurora in 1958. He concentrated his practice on estate planning, probate, corporate, and real estate law, serving clients for 67 years. He partnered with his son...

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Education

Law Degree

University of Missouri-Columbia

Degrees in Political Science and Economics

Drury University

Awards & Recognition

Aurora Houn Dawg Hall of Fame

2023

“Missourian” Award

2012

Aurora Chamber of Commerce “Man of the Year”

1960

Community Service Award

Lloyd R. Ellis Award

Professional Associations

Aurora Chamber of CommerceRotaryLionsAurora Airport BoardAurora Little LeagueAurora School BoardAurora Hospital BoardAurora Industrial Development BoardAurora Area Community FoundationUnion National Bank Board of DirectorsBoatman’s Bank Board of DirectorsDrury University Board of TrusteesFirst Presbyterian Church in AuroraSigma Nu (Drury)Phi Delta Phi (Mizzou)MasonsShriner (Abou Ben Adhem)Scottish Rite Masonic organizationInternational Shrine