Joplin Lawyers

Never a stranger to hard work or adversity, I wrestled in high school, spent three years as a Combat Engineer on active duty with Untied States Army and completed by reserve service working through college. After many years of working with partners in private practice, I saw the need for a firm that was more client friendly and accessible online. Some matters require a personal approach. However, if you got caught-up in some small town speed trap or were falsely accused of smoking marijuana on one Southeast Missouri's beautiful rivers, matters can often be handled...

Set up a FREE consultation at Puckett law Firm P.C. to discuss your divorce, paternity action, modification, or estate planning needs. Kelly Puckett has a unique ability to navigate divorces and other family law matters as he is a trained mediator. If you're looking to eliminate the expense and time associated with trial, Kelly Puckett can act as a neutral/mediator in all divorces, paternity actions and modifications to help you come an agreement with the other party. Kelly Puckett is an experienced Partner at Puckett Law Firm P.C., and earned his Juris Doctor from Washburn School of Law.

Brad represents plaintiffs in complex federal litigation, including in consumer and employment class and collective actions. He has represented clients in federal district courts in at least 30 states around the country as well as numerous appellate courts. Many of the cases Brad works on were referred to him by fellow lawyers. He enjoys collaborating with other attorneys and frequently co-counsels with other firms on large-scale cases.

Attorney Michael J. O’Loughlin is fortunate to have a career he truly enjoys. For over 17 years Michael has been dedicated to helping families and individuals with the legal and financial concerns that arise with aging loved ones. He believes in the importance of proper estate planning, not only for his clients and their peace of mind, but for the security and well-being of their families as well.
Michael prides himself on his ability to be a good listener, and to take the time necessary to understand...

Shelley M. Peters graduated from law school in 2002. After high school, she took a lengthy sabbatical from scholastic enterprises and experienced life for a decade (or more) before getting serious. Shelley’s dad was (is) a construction manager and her mom was (is) a homemaker. Between high school and college Shelley worked just about every imaginable job appropriate for a female. As a result, she can relate to anyone; and that is why her clients love her. Shelley spent around ten of those years working as a legal secretary. The attorneys she...

Ward Brown is an AV-rated trial attorney who primarily works to secure just compensation on behalf of landowners in condemnation and eminent domain cases. Before joining Withers Brant, Ward served as lead trial counsel for the Kansas City, Missouri Tax Increment Financing Commission in acquiring more than 200 properties via condemnation. At Withers Brant, Ward has represented landowners in condemnation/eminent domain actions involving 100's of tracts in Missouri and in Kansas.

Ward also regularly represents clients in a variety of commercial litigation matters, including but not limited to product liability, construction law, insurance and other matters. Ward has tried many...

I am the founding partner of the Amick Law Firm LLC in Kansas City, Missouri. I handle serious personal injury and wrongful death cases with an emphasis on complex product liability cases.

Mandee Rowen Pingel is a trial attorney and partner in the Kansas City family law firm of Pingel Family Law. Ms. Pingel is proud to serve families and clients in both, Missouri and Kansas. Her practice focuses exclusively in the areas of matrimonial and family law, including high conflict divorce, post-divorce modification, paternity, adoption, child custody and visitation, child support, domestic violence, juvenile abuse and neglect, guardianship and conservatorship, and grandparents’ rights. Ms. Pingel is often referred cases from other lawyers, medical providers, therapists or other professionals where there are unusual of complicated issues for the needs of the children...

Brett Fulkerson is a Liberty, Missouri Elder Law, Special Needs and Estate Planning attorney. Brett has over twenty years of legal experience and is a former Visiting Professor of Law at the University of Missouri-Kansas City School of Law.

Ken Leiser is a criminal defense lawyer based in the St. Louis metropolitan area. He also represents clients who have been cited for moving violation in the state of Missouri. Ken has first chair jury trial experiene and has successfully argued substantive motion on behalf of his clients at the trial court level and before the Missouri Supreme Court. Before entering private practice, Ken was a trial lawyer with the Missouri State Public Defender system.

Prior to becoming a lawyer, Ken was a professional journalist who wrote for publications in St. Louis and California.

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.

With more than 30 years experience, Ronald J. Brockmeyer has established himself as a go-to resource for people needing legal representation in St. Charles County, Missouri, and the entire St. Louis metropolitan area.

Areas of Practice
Criminal defense
DWI
Federal Charges
Traffic law
Municipal law
Family law
Drug violations
Assault
Theft/Stealing
Driving While Suspended/Revoked

Top 100 Lawyers, The National Trial Lawyers, 2015 - Present
Purple Heart, U.S. Army
Bronze Star, U.S. Army
Saint Louis University School of Law, St Louis, Missouri - J.D., Doctor of Jurisprudence - 1975
Washington University, St Louis, Missouri - B.S., Bachelor of Science - 1972

Bar Admissions
Missouri, 1975
U.S. District Court Eastern District of Missouri, 1976
Illinois, 1989
U.S. Federal Court, 1976
U.S. Supreme Court, 1980

Sean Tierney is an experienced civil litigation and criminal defense attorney. Prior to co-founding Schoeneberg Tierney, LC, Sean was a founding member of the highly successful bankruptcy and consumer protection firm, Tierney & Westerfeld, LC. On joining Schoeneberg Tierney, Sean said, “I’ve always wanted the opportunity to devote 100% of my practice to litigation. When Wayne approached me with his vision for a full service trial practice, I knew he was on to something, and I knew the time was right.” Schoeneberg Tierney, LC was formed a short time later. “I love what I do. My clients trust...

If You Have Been Injured Because Of The Actions Of Another Person Or Company, Call For FREE To Find Out Why You Should Have Legal Representation If you or a family member has been seriously injured, as the result of someone else's negligence, it is advisable to seek legal counsel to file a Workers' Compensation or Personal Injury claim. For over 27 years I have been helping the “Little Guy” fight for fair compensation against large corporations and insurance companies with great success. I have personally handled over $30 million dollars worth of injury cases from start to finish. I...

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.

University of Missouri - Accounting
Boston College Law '10

Mr. Curcuru provides advice on a wide-range of tax issues and handles disputes with the IRS and Missouri Department of Revenue for both individuals and businesses. Mr. Curcuru’s exposure to tax matters began long before his admission to the Bar. Over the past seven years, he has either prepared or quality reviewed hundreds of individual and partnership tax returns. This experience has proven invaluable in establishing a foundation for successful client advocacy and reputation for effective tax controversy representation. To date, Mr. Curcuru has successfully saved his clients hundreds of thousands of dollars in outstanding tax liabilities. Previously, Mr. Curcuru worked...

THE FISHMAN LAW FIRM, P.C., St. Louis, Missouri

Managing Partner of law practice with emphasis in civil litigation, criminal defense, injury and negligence law to include medical, health care, fire and accident law, debt collection defense, contract law, administrative hearings and appeals, and nursing home litigation, .

Joshua Stevens is an attorney in the Litigation Practice Group of Greensfelder, Hemker, and Gale, P.C. He represents clients in general civil and commercial litigation matters, with an emphasis in securities litigation, class actions, and oil and gas matters. During law school, he was an intern for the Honorable Raymond W. Gruender of the United States Court of Appeals for the Eighth Circuit and a mediator at the Better Business Bureau of St. Louis. Prior to law school, Mr. Stevens was a marketing consultant for several St. Louis area healthcare companies and a wholesale mortgage banker for a Fortune 500 financial...

Joseph R. Burcke is a St. Louis, Missouri based attorney whose practice focuses upon estate planning issues, including representation of disabled individuals and their families. He provides clients advice upon the appropriate use of Wills, Trusts, Powers of Attorney, Non-probate beneficiary designations and other legal techniques to maintain client control of assets, avoid needless costs of probate in the event of disability or death, prevent impoverishment as a result of nursing home costs, and minimize estate and gift taxes and related costs.

Joe is devoted entirely to helping families preserve and protect their future and the futures of their...

I have been practicing law since 1967. My degrees are B.S.B.A from University of Missouri, J.D. St. Louis U. and LLM Tax from Washington U. Married to my wife, Joyce in 1962 Two Children and four Grandchildren. I began my legal career with the two person law firm of Gleick and Steinberg, followed a stint with a large law firm in 1969 with Lashley, Caruthers, Rava, Hyndman & Rutherford. Preferring a small firm practice I have been so engaged since 1975. I have had the highest Martindale Hubble attorney rating of AV since 1968. My experiences in the fields in...

Jacqueline A. Matreci is an Associate Attorney at Stange Law Firm, PC in the St. Louis office located in Clayton, Missouri. She is licensed to practice law in the state of Missouri and Illinois. Jacqueline represents clients in a wide variety of family law matters, including, divorce, child custody, child support, guardianship and other domestic relation matters. Note: The choice of a lawyer is an important decision that should not be based solely upon advertisements. Neither the Supreme Court of Missouri/Illinois nor The Missouri/Illinois Bar reviews or approves certifying organizations or specialist designations. The information you obtain at...

After suffering in a serious accident, you may be wondering how you can hold the responsible party liable for their negligent actions that caused your family pain. Our firm is committed to helping victims fight for justice and proper compensation for their injuries and losses, and we can advocate for you. Personal injury law can be complex and confusing, but with the powerful assistance of an experienced legal team you can file a claim to seek a fair settlement for your medical expenses, missed wages, and suffering. The Medler Law Firm, L.L.C is proud to offer the people of the...

Tom represents clients in the high-technology and agricultural biotechnology industry sectors with issues relating to regulatory approval, liability avoidance and compliance with industry standards addressing socioeconomic and environmental impacts of multinational operations. His practice emphasizes transportation issues for high-technology, chemical and biotechnology applications. He currently: • Represents the US Soybean Export Council and United Soybean Board in negotiations relating to the Cartagena Protocol on Biosafety and domestic legal implications of this treaty’s regulation of U.S. grain and oilseed commodities. • Coordinates compliance with complex regulatory frameworks covering toxic substances and innovative technologies, preparing global regulatory...