Stoddard County Lawyers

Mr. Crawford has extensive experience and expertise preparing and prosecuting patent applications in the U.S. and throughout the world. He conducts freedom-to-operate, infringement and validity studies, prepares and negotiates licenses and other agreements related to intellectual property, and prepares and prosecutes trademark and copyright registrations. Mr. Crawford has litigated matters locally and across the country, he is an authority on design patent protection, and he regularly works for entities ranging from individuals and start-up companies to established national corporations and multi-national conglomerates. Mr. Crawford has provided patent services in diverse technologies, including medical devices and surgical instruments, industrial processing...

A former Assistant Attorney General and appellate law clerk, Mr. Ribaudo founded The Ribaudo Law Firm in 2008. Mr. Ribaudo, who has worked on appeals in the U.S. Supreme Court, the Eighth Circuit Court of Appeals, the Missouri Supreme Court, and the Missouri Court of Appeals (W.D., S.D., and E.D.), is licensed in Missouri. (He previously was admitted to practice in Illinois, Kansas, and New York.) He graduated in the top of his class, and was a (publishing) member of the Missouri Law Review. Mr. Ribaudo's primary practice area is appellate law. In 2007, he...

Zane T. Cagle represents clients who have been injured or have lost loved ones in various types of accidents involving all types of motor vehicle crashes, motorcycle crashes and semi-truck crashes. Zane has dedicated his career to sharing his client's stories with juries in order to obtain the maximum compensation for his clients. Zane is a native Missourian and grew up in a small southwest Missouri community. He attended the University of Central Missouri and later graduated from Washington University School of Law. Zane has had much success representing injured clients whether at the negotiating...

I am a criminal defense attorney. That is all that I do. I do not dabble in other areas of law. I solely practice criminal defense. Whether your case requires a jury trial, plea negotiations, or appellate advocacy, I have done all of these things effectively and continue to do them on a daily basis. Criminal charges have serious consequences that can follow a person for life. I strive to have a close connection with all of my clients to ensure that they feel comfortable and are always...

Very few lawyers can claim repeated record setting results like attorney Ryan Bradley. Feared by defendants and insurance companies, you can rest assured Ryan will deliver on your injury case. The Missouri Lawyers Weekly called Ryan the "Winningest Attorney" in Missouri and has routinely featured him for extraordinary verdicts and settlements though the state.

Attorney John M. Lynch has over eight years of law enforcement experience as a police investigator and federal drug task force agent. Paired with his legal degree from St. Louis University School of Law, Mr. Lynch provides a unique and candid perspective for people charged with a full range of criminal activities. His practice includes federal criminal defense, DUI/DWI defense, drug possession defense and white-collar crime defense. Attorney Lynch was Invited to speak at Washington University regarding gun ownership rights and the associated legislative process. As a repeat lecturer, Attorney Lynch's keen Insight into the Second Amendment and how...

Member of a national trial team that defended one of our nation's largest financial institutions in a $253 million dollar class action. Received national publicity while representing the wife of the Mayor of Kansas City, Gloria Squitiro, in the famous "Mammy-gate" lawsuit. First chaired approximately 75 jury trials in federal and state courts (has only lost one jury trial where he was the first chair in over 20 years); Admitted to practice before the U.S. Supreme Court, U.S. Tax Court, U.S. Court of Federal Claims, Courts of Appeals for the 7th, 8th and 10th Circuits; U.S. District Court of Kansas;...

Regina is a Partner and General Counsel for Stange Law Firm, PC in Clayton, MO. She is licensed to practice law in the State of Missouri and the State of Illinois. She is also a trained mediator. Regina attended Washington University in St. Louis, Missouri, and obtained her Bachelor of Arts degree in English. She then went on to receive her Juris Doctorate from the University of Missouri – Columbia School of Law. She has been practicing law since 2000. Prior to joining Stange Law Firm, PC, Regina represented individuals and business entities in complex litigation and appellate matters...

Mr. Cosgrove has a diverse litigation and trial practice. He has achieved substantial and often unexpected positive results in a variety of complex matters. Prior to his return to private practice in 2006, Mr. Cosgrove served as Missouri’s Commissioner of Securities where he supervised attorneys, investigators and auditors investigating and prosecuting violations of the state’s securities laws. He was responsible for identifying practices or industry sectors appropriate for enforcement measures and also supervised the Securities Division’s registration and audit sections. Additionally, he interfaced with the SEC, NASD (now FINRA), NASAA (North American Securities Administrators Association) and various other state and...

With more than 25 years of experience pursuing justice through injury claims, attorney William K. Holland is well-prepared to handle any legal challenges involving car accidents, explosions and other serious injury cases.

William K. Holland has taken 43 jury trials to verdict. He has recovered 24 settlements of more than $1 million - many of those multimillion-dollar outcomes. Altogether, he has collected more than $100 million for injured clients.

Yes, numbers talk. More importantly, William has helped bring a sense of justice to clients who had suffered harms and losses through others' negligence.

Areas of Practice
Motor Vehicle Accidents

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Lindsay Rakers is a personal injury attorney located in St. Louis, Missouri. She handles injury cases all over the State of Missouri and in Metro-East Illinois. Lindsay handles the following cases: automobile accidents, truck accidents, pedestrian accidents, motorcycle accidents, bus and taxi accidents, dangerous property, burn injuries, animal attacks, defective products, dangerous drugs, medical malpractice and nursing home neglect.

Ms. Schaefer started her legal career in 1997 and has practiced criminal law exclusively for the last 21 years. After graduating law school, Ms. Schaefer practiced criminal defense in rural Missouri where she specialized in methamphetamine manufacturing cases. A successful trial lawyer, she has earned victories defending the rights of the accused in all types of cases from misdemeanors to murder.

In 2006, Ms. Schaefer established her law firm, Jill Schaefer LLC in Clayton, Missouri. She has earned a reputation as a tough and skilled advocate, often receiving dismissals and acquittals in seemingly unwinnable cases. Her practice...

Rachna introduces herself as a lawyer, but still a nice person. She is dedicated to helping people access the tools the legal system has to offer in settling disputes and overcoming challenges. Rachna proudly offers her professional guidance and assistance to those needing a lawyer who is compassionate, flexible, and experienced.

Rachna has seen first hand how the legal system can help in difficult life situations. She has also seen how a lack of competent legal help can lead to undesirable results that no one deserves to face. Her background includes work with survivors of sexual violence, particularly in family court....

Jim is a Trial Attorney with more than 30 years of experience practicing law in the State of Missouri, including personal injury, business litigation, traffic cases, workers’ compensation, criminal and other matters.

Jim is from St. Louis and has lived there his entire life. He attended DeSmet High School and then Benedictine and Quincy Colleges. He went on to receive his Juris Doctorate Degree From SLU Law School and has since pursued his passion for helping people in all kinds of legal situations by working closely with his clients and obtaining outstanding results. He has also hosted lawyer radio...

Although not born in Saint Louis, I’ve lived here for forty years, and consider myself a Saint Louisan. I’m a graduate of Washington University–Olin School of Business, and Saint Louis University – School of Law. And in case you, too, are a Saint Louisan, I graduated from Parkway Central Senior High School.

Unlike most of my contemporaries, I did not go directly to law school upon graduating from college. I spent five years as an Engineer Planner at McDonnell Douglas (now Boeing), managing multimillion-dollar engineering development programs for the United States military and its allies. Complying with...

It's a difficult time when a loved one passes away but there are tasks that need to be completed promptly to ensure your loved one's intentions are fulfilled and that property passes as planned. You have only one year from date of death to open a Probate Estate in Missouri. You need an experienced attorney to handle the probate process and the legal issues. Many smart people have no Estate Plan whatsoever. Making an estate plans may seem unpleasant, or something to put off for the distant future. However, If you have no Will, then the law of...

Born and raised in Omaha, Nebraska, Mr. Kuhl attended Ralston High School where he was active in many sports, clubs and organizations. After high school, he graduated Cum Laude from Creighton University with a degree in Business Administration. After working in the banking industry for a year, Mr. Kuhl moved to Kansas City and received his Juris Doctor degree from the University of Missouri – Kansas City in May 2008. Mr. Kuhl is a frequent presenter on a variety of family law issues, and is an active member of the Family Law Section of the Kansas City Metropolitan Bar...

At Stange Law Firm, we recognize the challenges you may be experiencing. Divorce and family law issues can have a large impact on your life, which is why it is essential to have dedicated legal support protecting your future. Joshua Gonzalez-Escobar is a compassionate Associate Attorney at Stange Law Firm. Based in the firm’s Lee’s Summit, Missouri office, Joshua is able to represent clients in family law matters throughout Jackson County and the surrounding area. Joshua earned his Master of Laws (LL.M.) in International Criminal Law from St. Mary’s University School of Law in 2019. He previously completed his Juris Doctorate...

Tamara has focused her practice on criminal defense and serious personal injury her entire career. She has handled countless felonies charges in State Court as a prosecutor and now as a criminal defense counsel. She also focuses her practice on litigation of serious personal injury accidents. Tamara has a fierce reputation as an outstanding advocate excelling in both criminal defense and personal injury.

Denise has focused on criminal defense, traffic tickets and serious personal injury cases her entire career. She has handled countless felonies, misdemeanors and traffic tickets along with serious personal injury accidents. She has a solid reputation as an outstanding and approachable advocate excelling in both criminal defense and serious personal injury. Denise takes great pride in working hard to achieve the best results possible for her clients.

When divorce and family law matters occur, it is important to remember that things stand the best chance of getting better if you take the necessary steps to protect your rights. Family is invaluable, and you want to ensure that you have legal counsel on your side that understands your situation. Thaddeus Green is a diligent Associate Attorney with Stange Law Firm. He can represent clients throughout Jackson County, MO from the firm’s Lee’s Summit family law office. Thaddeus attended the University of Missouri – Kansas City School of Law in Kansas City, MO where he earned his Juris Doctorate in...

When handling a difficult family law issue, you need an attorney who’s going to support you every step of the way. Antony Jones is proud to represent clients in the family court with his experience, integrity and devotion. Antony is a Senior Team Leader Attorney with Stange Law Firm, PC where he oversees the offices in Lee’s Summit, Overland Park and Wichita. Antony can represent you in Kansas or Missouri out of the Lee’s Summit, Missouri Office in Jackson County. He is licensed to practice in Missouri and Kansas. Antony attended Northwest Missouri State University, where in 1992 he received his Bachelor...

Facing divorce or family law matters is never easy. Feeling overwhelmed by not knowing what comes next can be a difficult situation. Having an attorney on your side who will help guide you through the process and understand what you are going through can provide some peace of mind along the way. Joshua Erwin is a compassionate Associate Attorney in our Lee’s Summit, MO office. He can assist individuals throughout Jackson County, Missouri, and nearby with their family law needs. Joshua earned his Juris Doctor from Barry University School of Law in Orlando, Florida in December 2013. Before earning his law...

Antwaun Smith spent five years at Shook, Hardy, & Bacon, a large firm in Kansas City, before joining his sister Kesia at the Smith Law Office. He now represents people who have been hurt in accidents or on the job get the compensation they need in personal injury cases. A Rhodes Scholar and Mizzou graduate, Antwaun has degrees in both law and business. He also serves on the Board of Trustees of the Missouri State Employees Retirement System, where he oversees and protects workers’ retirement benefits.

When facing a divorce or other family law matters, it is common to have many questions. In what is likely one of the most difficult times in your life, it is important to remember that things stand the best chance of improvement if you work with diligent and caring legal representation. Cynthia “Cindy” Norris is a compassionate Associate Attorney in our firm’s Lee’s Summit, MO office. She is ready to help individuals throughout the Jackson County area, and nearby. Cindy graduated from St. Louis University School of Law, where she earned her Juris Doctorate in 2021. While in law school, her...

Attorney Cobb Young has 40 years of experience defending clients in criminal defense, driving while intoxicated (DWI) , bankruptcy, personal injury, and traffic violation cases. He does his best to find positive and long-lasting solutions to each of his clients' legal issues. He has a well-deserved reputation for winning criminal cases through hard work and persistence. He has extensive knowledge of bankruptcy issues and can help you through every step of your case. Cobb graduated from the University of Missouri Columbia School of Law. He is a member of the Jasper County Bar Association, Missouri Bar Association National, Association of Consumer Bankruptcy...

Facing a divorce or family law matter is never easy. For individuals in Boone County, MO, having caring and supportive legal counsel in your corner can make all the difference throughout the process of your case. You deserve legal counsel that understands what you are facing and that will be there to help you rebuild your life. Ari Moody is an Associate Attorney with Stange Law Firm in our Columbia, Missouri office, and she looks forward to helping you get back on your feet. Ari attended Southern Illinois University School of Law, where she earned her Juris Doctor in May 2024,...

Jessica L. Ward currently serves as Senior Counsel/Assistant Attorney General for the State of Missouri Attorney General's Office in the litigation division.

Attorney Ashleigh MacPherson is a native of Nixa, Missouri who obtained her undergraduate degree with honors from Drury University and law degree from University of Missouri-Kansas City in 2006. Ashleigh founded MacPherson Law in January 2014 after establishing a satelitte office of the Mountain Grove based firm, MacPherson Law Center, in Nixa five years earlier. Ashleigh was recently recognized as one of four "Rising Stars" among the profession by Missouri Lawyers Weekly and one of Nixa's 2014 Dozen Under 40. Ashleigh is a member of Springfield Metropolitan Bar Association and the National Organization of Social Security Claimants'...

I grew up in Southwest Missouri and went to college at the University of Central Missouri in Warrensburg. From there, I went to the University of Missouri in Columbia for law school. I then returned home to southwest Missouri in 1999 to establish my legal career and haven't left since.

Throughout my career, I have worked in a wide variety of cases for a wide variety of clients. I have over 20 years of experience advising clients all over the Missouri Ozarks. My experiences have ultimately given me a genuinely unique perspective on how to best guide my clients when developing...

Jason practiced in the Kansas City metro area from 2008 to 2015, then moved back to Springfield, MO. He has extensive experience with traffic law.

Born & raised in rural Missouri, Attorney Trenton Garza brings an unrelenting work ethic into the practice of law. Guided by down-home values sharpened by professional experience, he serves clients' unique needs and simplifies complicated law into easy explanation. Brought by family to the Texas Panhandle, Trenton attended Baylor University in Waco, Texas. At Baylor, he earned a reputation as an advocate, effecting anti-discrimination policy change and leading a statewide organization. He later represented a local community in school district decision-making, consulted community development groups, and was made a candidate for public office. Trenton trained under a historic Texas Trial Lawyer and...

Mike helps parents protect the future of their families when the child welfare system is knocking at the door. He began his career at the Jackson County (MO) Juvenile Office, where he had the privilege of serving hundreds of families involved in the social services and juvenile justice systems. From his experience prosecuting child abuse and juvenile delinquency cases, he understands how intrusive and devastating the process can be. His goal is to make sure clients walk into court knowing their options and what to expect along the way.

Jon works closely with local, regional and national businesses on their comprehensive legal and risk management needs. He also represents his clients as an aggressive advocate after claims have been made. Jon has extensive experience representing both small and mid-size businesses, doctors, hospitals, dentists, oral surgeons, architects and engineers. Jon litigates a broad range of state and federal cases including medical and dental malpractice, wrongful death, design defect, fraud and misrepresentation. Prior to disputes, he works closely with his clients to manage risk. He has defended a broad spectrum of clients which includes prominent individuals, Fortune 500 companies, regional...

Virginia Cullan, attorney and business manager of Cullan & Cullan, earned her law degree from Creighton University School of Law in 1983. Virginia has over 35 years of extensive experience working on cases involving semi-truck and trailer wrecks, automobile wrecks, birth injury, medical malpractice, and nursing home abuse. She is licensed to practice law in Missouri, Iowa, and Nebraska and is a member of a number of distinguished legal organizations including the American Association for Justice, Missouri Bar Association, and the Kansas City Metropolitan Bar Association.

I became an attorney because of my desire to assist individuals in need. Creditors and insurance companies have many resources at their disposal, and I feels my clients should be adequately represented. My firm has helped thousands of clients to put their lives back on track.

Law office specializing in defense of collections lawsuits filed against consumers, especially credit card collections and collections from debt buyers. Also handling simple traffic matters. Give me a call to discuss your case.

At Royce Injury Lawyers LLC, personal injury law is all we do. Whether you’ve been hurt on the job, had an auto accident, nursing home injury, or experienced medical malpractice, you can count on our attorneys and investigators to work for you. In the past fifteen years, our attorneys have collected more than $100 million in verdicts and settlements for people like you. All of the cases are handled on a contingency fee basis where there is never a legal fee charged until there is a recovery for you. Our Kansas City, MO injury law firm looks forward to serving...

Suzanne Hale Robinson leads Hale Robinson & Robinson LLC’s domestic litigation team, practicing domestic law and personal injury. Suzanne has lived in the Kansas City area for over 30 years and has developed a deep connection with the community and its residents. Suzanne represents clients in multiple areas of domestic law. From a simple divorce to a complex child custody dispute to negotiating a high net-worth asset distribution, Suzanne has the experience and ability to help get your case resolved. Suzanne also represents clients in personal injury cases. Taking on insurance companies and getting clients life changing results is one of...