Atchison County Lawyers

Branson Wood has firmly established himself as one of the leading attorneys in Northeast Missouri. He provides sophisticated legal services with a special focus on personal injury. That is 35 years of demanding justice for personal injury victims and the survivors of those killed in accidents. Find out why Branson Wood is the best choice for your personal injury case. The choice of a lawyer is an important decision and should not be based solely upon advertisements.

I founded Hannam Law on the rich and varied experiences I gathered throughout my legal career. My journey began in the Caribbean where I earned my Bachelor of Laws (LLB) with First Class Honors, studying in both Barbados and Jamaica. I then served as Assistant Crown Counsel at the Attorney General’s Chambers in Kingston, Jamaica, where I honed my skills in public service and advocacy. My legal pursuits then took me to the United States, starting with Legal Aid of North Carolina in Winston-Salem. After a period dedicated to my family, I obtained my Juris Doctor from Vanderbilt University Law School,...

Willie has three passions in life: family (including his dogs), following his favorite sports teams, and helping his clients. He practices QDRO law (retirement division) from coast to coast, in his seven licensed states. He's a recognized authority in the area, teaching other lawyers about QDROs and legal practice at state bar conferences and via online education platforms.

The Law Office of Christopher J. Swatosh, LLC has two locations, in Ava, Missouri and in Ozark, Missouri. We represent clients in personal injury cases, victims in car wrecks and semi-truck accidents, criminal defense, workers compensation, bankruptcy and employment discrimination. We also have an office in Ozark, Missouri. Chris Swatosh has a wealth of civil and criminal trial experience and is a former Prosecutor. Chris is a Missouri native and graduated from college with his Bachelor’s Degree from Central Missouri State University before attending and graduating the University of Missouri School of Law. After law school he became...

Dr. Middleton is a tenured Full Professor of Political Science at the University of Missouri-St. Louis and an Adjunct Professor of Law at St. Louis University School of Law. He received his Bachelor’s degree in Political Science from Xavier University of Louisiana, a Ph.D. in Political Science from the University of Missouri-Columbia and JD from St. Louis University School of Law. Dr. Middleton was a member of Alpha Sigma Nu Honor Society, a Theodore McMillian Scholar and Dean’s Scholar while at SLU School of Law. Dr. Middleton operates a solo practice with an emphasis in immigration law and...

Ken Reynolds represents creditors and debtors in bankruptcy cases. He presently represents the Cities of Aurora, Crane, Everton, Marionville, Verona, Walnut Grove, and Willard in matters pertaining to municipal law. Ken is a lawyer in Springfield, MO and has practiced law in Missouri for over 30 years experience and previously spent 21 years as a partner of RGG Law, a well-established law firm in Southwest Missouri. He is licensed to practice law in Missouri and Oklahoma.

Randy J. Reichard has been practicing law since 1995 and focuses his practice on representing victims and families of personal injury and wrongful death cases arising from automobile accidents, slip and falls, and workers’ compensation claims. Randy also has extensive experience handling insurance coverage disputes, insurance bad faith claims, and real estate litigation. A skilled trial attorney, he successfully has tried cases throughout southwest Missouri and has appeared before the Missouri Court of Appeals and the Missouri Supreme Court. Randy joined Lowther Johnson as an associate in 1995 and became a member of the firm in 2000.

Awarded a rating of AV Preeminent by Martindale-Hubbell. This is the highest possible rating in both Legal Ability and Ethical Standards. A Martindale Hubbell Peer Review Rating attests to a lawyer's legal ability and professional ethics, and reflects the confidential opinions of the Bar and the Judiciary.

Arturo A. Hernandez III represents the interest of management in all areas of labor and employment law, including litigation before state and federal courts, various administrative agencies, and provides sound and confidential client counseling, and document preparation and review. Arturo handles all facets of employment law including defending employment discrimination and retaliation claims under Title VII, including race, sex and gender discrimination claims; the Americans with Disabilities Act; the Family Medical Leave Act; Missouri Human Rights Act; Section 287.780 of the Missouri Workers’ Compensation Act; and wage and hour disputes, including collective and class actions. Arturo also investigates and responds...

I have represented people charged with criminal charges for over 20 years. In the last ten years, I have been at my own law firm. From 1990-2000, I was in the public defenders office. I represent people in Missouri and Illinois State Courts, Federal Court, and Municipal Court.

I have been practicing Domestic Relations law exclusively since 1984, in the counties of St. Louis City, St. Louis County, Jefferson County and St. Charles County. I have taught seminars to other attorneys both statewide and in the St. Louis area, and have published a section in the current Missouri Bar Evidence Deskbook. I spend a significant amount of time representing children in Guardian ad Litem work, which gives me a unique perspective to the issues involved in divorce, paternity and custody cases. A particular concern of mine is to strive to keep legal services affordable for...

I received a Bachelor of Arts degree in Economics from Washington University in St. Louis, where I earned academic all-conference honors while playing varsity football. I received my law degree from the University of Missouri-Columbia, where I was inducted into the National Order of Scribes, recognizing five graduating law students who demonstrated the highest degree of professionalism and excellence in the area of legal writing. During law school, I served as a Lead Articles Editor for the Missouri Law Review and a teaching assistant for Legal Research and Writing and Advocacy and Research. I am licensed in both Missouri...

Attorney Alex Ledbetter was originally drawn to the legal profession because of his principled nature, firmly believing that others should be held accountable for their actions. Alex enjoys being able to help others, lending his voice as an advocate for others and comforting clients when they need it most. Throughout your case you can expect to work with Alex significantly, so he can understand your story, your life, and your case in-depth. Alex will not only help you navigate your legal issue but also spend the time and effort to truly get to know you and how your legal issue...

Mr. Marks is admitted to practice in the State of Missouri (1963), the United States Supreme Court (1972), The United States Tax Court (1985), the United States District Court for the Eastern District of Missouri (1964) and the United States District Court for the Western District of Missouri (1964) and the United States District Court for the Western District of Missouri (1985). Mr. Marks received his undergraduate degree from Washington University in 1954 and his law degree from Washington University in 1963. Mr. Marks is a member of the Missouri Bar Association, The American Bar Association, The American Association of...

Wes Coulson is a certified elder law attorney and the principal of Coulson Elder Law. He earned his B.A., with honors, from Northwestern University and his J.D. from The University of Michigan. He is a member of the Illinois State and Missouri Bar, the National Academy of Elder Law Attorneys, the St. Louis Estate Planning Council and the Bar Association of Metropolitan St. Louis. Mr. Coulson lectures frequently and presents classes on his vast experience and knowledge. He has published many articles on Medicaid eligibility planning; The Purchase of or Exchange for a Life Estate Interest as a Medicaid Eligibility...

Edward Kruse is a trial lawyer handling personal injury, medical and dental malpractice cases and non-compete litigation. Mr. Kruse has 36 years of litigation and injury claims experience and is dedicated to personally serve each client as an individual and does not have a "volume" practice where his clients are just numbers in the mix to produce volume profits. Mr. Kruse takes his profession seriously to do the best possible job for each client. Check out his website at www.stlouisattorney.com for his client reviews and for more information. Or contact him at 314-333-4141 and he will...

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