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Missouri Court of Appeals Delivers Major Victory for Pro Se Consumer Plaintiff: Non-Attorney Representation of LLC Invalidates Dismissal Motion in Telemarketing Case
Christopher Prosser’s appeal succeeds in Prosser v. Daniel Kellas d/b/a Over There Land Company, LLC (ED113891), advancing consumer rights against illegal robocalls and texts
Imperial, Missouri – June 28, 2026 — Christopher Prosser, founder of TeleJustice Academy and a longtime advocate for consumer protection against illegal telemarketing, has won a significant appellate victory in the Missouri Court of Appeals, Eastern District. On June 16, 2026, the court reversed the circuit court’s dismissal of Prosser’s three-count petition alleging violations of Missouri’s Do Not Call and No Call statutes stemming from three unsolicited text messages sent to his residential phone number registered on the Missouri Do Not Call List.
The Eastern District held that the motion to dismiss filed by defendant Daniel Kellas on behalf of Over There Land Company, LLC was a legal nullity. Because Kellas is not a licensed Missouri attorney, he was unauthorized to practice law by filing pleadings on behalf of the LLC, a separate legal entity that can only appear in court through licensed counsel. The court vacated the judgment dismissing Prosser’s claims with prejudice and remanded the case for further proceedings consistent with its opinion.
“This victory is not just about one case — it’s about protecting everyday Missouri consumers from illegal robocalls and texts that violate our state’s strong consumer protection laws,” said Christopher Prosser. “I will continue fighting for the rights of consumers who are harassed by telemarketers. Unauthorized practice of law by non-attorneys cannot be used to shield companies from accountability. This ruling reinforces that corporations and LLCs must be properly represented in court.”
The Missouri Bar featured the decision in its recent Case Summaries for June 12-25, 2026, highlighting the key holding that only licensed attorneys may represent legal entities such as LLCs, and that a non-attorney’s attempt to do so invalidates the pleading.
Prosser, a 42+ year complex litigation paralegal and founder of TeleJustice Academy, LLC, has built a platform dedicated to empowering consumers with practical, state-specific tools to document violations, enforce their rights under the TCPA and state Do Not Call/No Call laws, and hold telemarketers accountable — often through pro se litigation when necessary. His work includes the popular “Robocall Justice” national guide and a full series of 50 state-specific playbooks designed to level the playing field for everyday people against sophisticated telemarketing operations.
“Telemarketers and their agents must follow the rules — including the rules of the courtroom,” Prosser added. “This win shows that the courts will not tolerate shortcuts that undermine the integrity of the judicial process. I remain committed to helping consumers turn harassment into justice through education, evidence-building, and enforcement.”
The full opinion of the Missouri Court of Appeals, Eastern District, in Christopher Prosser v. Daniel Kellas d/b/a Over There Land Company, LLC, ED113891 (filed June 16, 2026), is available here: https://www.courts.mo.gov/file.jsp?id=236079
It is also summarized by The Missouri Bar at: https://news.mobar.org/cases-062626/
About TeleJustice Academy TeleJustice Academy empowers consumers nationwide with educational resources, state-specific legal playbooks, and practical tools to fight illegal robocalls, robotexts, and telemarketing violations under federal TCPA and state laws. Founded by Christopher Prosser, the academy’s mission is to help everyday people document violations, understand their rights, and pursue accountability — turning annoyance into justice. Resources, including the Missouri Playbook and the full 51-book series, are available at telejusticepro.com and telejusticeacademy.com.
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