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Dayrell Scrivner | Experienced Branson & Stone County Attorney | Former Prosecutor. Dayrell Scrivner, founder of Scrivner Law Firm, is a highly respected attorney providing skilled legal representation in Branson, Stone County, Taney County, and throughout Southwest Missouri. With over 30 years of legal experience (as of 2025), Dayrell brings a depth of knowledge and a passion for justice to every case.. Leveraging Decades of Prosecutorial Insight for Your Defense. A significant portion of Dayrell's career—20 years—was dedicated to public service as a Prosecutor in Stone County, including serving as Chief Assistant Prosecutor from 2002 to 2018. During this time, he handled complex criminal matters, including domestic violence, child abuse, and drug offenses. This extensive experience as a prosecutor provides Dayrell with unique insights into prosecution strategies, which he now leverages to build robust defenses for his clients facing criminal charges.. Dedicated Legal Representation Across Key Practice Areas. Since establishing his private practice in 2018, Dayrell focuses on providing passionate and effective representation in:. Credentials, Teaching & Community Leadership. Dayrell's commitment to the law extends beyond the courtroom:. Dayrell Scrivner combines proven litigation skills with compassionate client advocacy. He is dedicated to achieving the best possible outcomes for those navigating challenging legal situations in the Ozarks region. Contact Scrivner Law Firm to put his experience to work for you.

We at Cornacchione Law Office wish to help you with all of your legal needs.  It is easier to say that I do not handle Bankruptcy and Social Security Claims.  All others I have had experience in as is required in a small town such as Caruthersville.. We hope to make your experience enjoyable and provide you with diligent and fierrce representation while charging an honest and competitive rate.  When we meet, I am straight forward and will always keep you informed, even if it is bad news.. Located on the corner of Fourth and Ward in Caruthersville, only blocks from the Courthouse, we offer a convenient meeting place, and look forward to making your acquaintance and providing your legal needs.

Hi! I'm Reidar Hammond. I'm a Criminal Defense lawyer. I've been defending criminal cases for 30 years. I have 50 Jury Trials under my belt. Four of those were Murder cases. I represent people.  I represent people who have been accused of things they did not do. I also represent people who are good people, but who have made mistakes. I work against a justice system that degrades, devalues, and dehumanizes people. I strive to not let that happen to any of my clients. I've Never been a prosecutor. I never plan to be. I believe that every person is worthy of dignity and respect and treat everybody accordingly. I strive to leave people better than I found them. I'll fight hard for you,  I'll always give you the one on one attention your case deserves. I'll always give you the unvarnished truth about your case.

Adam Woody is among the most experienced, credentialed, and court-tested criminal defense attorneys in southwest Missouri. He brings the full scope of his expertise to every case that he takes, garnering a record that includes hundreds of dismissals and not-guilty trial verdicts for all crimes up to 1st-degree murder.. Despite his national stature, Adam has remained focused solely on criminal defense here in the Ozarks. As such, he knows every aspect of our local criminal court system, and has a reputation for his thorough preparation and courtroom demeanor. He is the President of the Missouri Association of Criminal Defense Lawyers and is a general member of the National Association of Criminal Defense Lawyers. He is also a general member of the National College for DUI Defense which is an invitation only organization consisting of members who have demonstrated outstanding skill and experience in the field of DUI/DWI defense.

Branden Twibell is a Top-Rated Trial Attorney specializing in the areas of Missouri Criminal Defense and Federal Criminal Defense (including Complex Felony Defense, Juvenile Defense, Sexual Assault, Violent Crime, and White Collar Offenses).. Branden's trial skills, knowlege of the law, years of experience, and passion for client service sets him apart from other attorneys.  There is a difference.

Tyson has called Springfield and Southwest Missouri home for most of his life.  While in undergraduate school, Tyson served in many leadership roles on the campus of Drury College, participating in Student Senate and chairing the School Security commitee.  It was while in school that Tyson got his first taste of criminal law as an intern at the Greene County Prosecutor's Office.  Upon graduation, Tyson continued his studies at the University of Missouri School of Law in Columbia, and continued to work for the Prosecutor's Office in Greene County as well as Boone County, Missouri.  Upon graduating form law school, Tyson came back to Springfield and worked at the Greene County Proecuting Attorney's office as an Assistant Prosecutor in the Crimes against Persons unit handling assualts, domestics and weapons cases.  He was then promoted to senior assistant in the Major crimes unit handling homicides, robberies and major drug offenses.  During this time he was also cross designated as a Special Assistant United States Attorney handling weapon and drug cases.  In 2006 he was promoted to the 1st Assistant Prosecutor surpervising attonreys in the unit and trying multiple homicide and serious felony cases.  Tyson went into private practice in 2008 and has continued to pull on his extensive trial and courtroom experience, now representing individuals charged with all types of criminal casaes.  He has handled and tried over 15 homicide cases, and countless other felonies, and misdemeanors from both sides.

I strive to help people through the legal process. I take the time to explain to them what is happening with their case and the effects that can have on their lives. Attorneys get the reputation of not returning phone calls or talking "down" to people. I work hard to return all phone calls within one work day (if not much sooner) and treat people as I want to be treated.. My geographic practice areas include Greene County and the surrounding counties of Christian, Stone, Taney, Lawrence, Webster, Polk, Cedar and Dade.  I handle municipal court cases as well.. I graduated from Mt. Vernon High School in 1995 and attended Missouri State University until 2000 earning a Bachelor’s of Arts Degree in Political Science.  While undergrad I owned and operated a successful Video Store in Mt. Vernon, Missouri.. I attended Creighton University from 2000-2003.  I participated in several mock trial and moot court competitions.  I won the Regional Trial Competition and competed at Nationals.. I was hired by Darrell Moore at the Greene County Prosecutors Office in 2003 upon my graduation.  I left in 2006 to work for Dee Wampler and then went back to work for the Greene County Prosecutors Office for the remainder of 2006 until 2012 when I started my own law firm.  While at the Greene County Prosecutors Office I prosecuted every single type of case in Missouri.  From child support and traffic tickets to homicides and sex cases.  I have handled thousands of cases and taken hundreds to trial.. In 2009 I was selected to be a member of Class 24 of Leadership Springfield.  I was selected as the Class Representative to serve on the Board of Directors.  I am currently the President of the Board of Directors of Leadership Springfield.. My Practice is mostly comprised of Criminal Defense, Family Law and Estate Planning. I have the pleasure of teaching Character Education to the Wilson’s Creek School in Battlefield, Missouri.  I have served on the CASP Board of Directors, Vice-Chair of Violence Free Families and do pro bono work for Harmony House.

Jason has been a life-long resident of Southwest Missouri.  Jason is number 6 of 7 children raised by a school teacher and truck driver.  Jason began working on the family farm at the age of  8 years old which established a strong work ethic.. Jason is a graduate of Springfield Catholic High school, Southwest Missouri State University and The University of Tulsa College of Law.  Prior to seeking an education in history and law, Jason traveled the county working on a steel crew in the construction industry.  Such a diverse back ground provides him with a unique perspective.. Jason began his legal career at a local firm and then became Real Estate Counsel to American Freightways, Inc., the predecessor to FedEX Freight.  At American Freightways, Jason was involved in the acquisition and development of real estate for trucking terminals.  Answering a calling to the court room, Jason left American Freightways in 2001 and opened an office Springfield, Missouri.. Since 2001, Jason has been a trial attorney representing Southwest Missouri clients with their needs in the court room. If you need an attorney to protect your rights in the court room, contact Jason for a consultation.

I have dedicated my whole legal career to criminal and DWI defense because I love helping people.  I believe it is a privilege to practice law and even more so when someone has asked me to help them get through their tough case.   What sets me apart from the rest is that I am completely results oriented.  I want to get the right result for each client no matter how long it takes.  I take pride in serving my clients well.  I understand providing excellent service and getting results require hard work, an attention to detail, and preparation.. I am committed to defending the rights of those facing criminal charges using aggressive and innovative approaches to defending those accused of violating criminal and DWI laws in Missouri.  I have proven to be a valuable asset to my clients, successfully defending them in Greene County, Christian County, Webster County, and throughout southwest Missouri.. When not at work, I enjoy spending time with my wife and three sons. I am a huge sports fan, especially of the Kansas City Royals, Kansas City Chiefs and Missouri Tigers.

Client centered representation is Mr. Pierson's focus. Understanding that each client has unique issues that requires unique representation.. Scott created Twibell Pierson Criminal Law in 2019. He partnered with Bert and Branden Twibell, two of Springfield's most experienced criminal defense attorneys. Twibell Pierson Criminal Law focuses only criminal defense matters by being client focused and result driven.  Prior to creating Twibell Pierson Criminal Law, Mr. Pierson worked at The Law Office of Wampler and Passanise starting in 2014. While there he worked on Federal, State and Municipal criminal cases. He has been recognized as on the top Up-And-Coming attorneys in Missouri by the Springfield Business Journal and Missouri Lawyers' Weekly.. Scott's courtroom success in both felony and misdemeanor cases resulted in his selection as Top 100 Trial Lawyers by the National Trial Lawyers in 2014.. Prior to Twibell Pierson Criminal Law, Scott attended Missouri State University and University of Missouri- Kansas City. While at Missouri State, competed on a national ranked policy debate team. He was also involved with Missouri State University, serving leadership roles including Student Body Vice-president. He was awarded the Board of Governors Commendation for Outstanding Service to the University. Further, he was awarded Greek Man of the year, the highest honor given to an individual in the Missouri State Fraternity system.. Scott went on to obtain his Juris Doctorate from the University of Missouri- Kansas City School of Law. While in law school he was the winner of outstanding oral advocate in the Ellison Moot Court Competition. Further, he competed on the national moot court team. Scott in law school also interned at the Kansas City Public Defender Office, which allowed him to work on high profile felony cases. Scott’s high aptitude in trial preparation and argument led to him being selected by faculty to the distinguished Order of the Barristers.Upon graduation he worked at McGonagle Spencer PC, a small law firm in Kansas City, which specializes in plaintiff’s class action work, personal injury, and criminal law. While at the firm Scott was an advocate for clients who had suffered life altering injuries. Wanting to get back to Springfield and back into the court room on a regular basis Scott accepted a job with the Missouri State Public Defender’s Office, practicing solely in Criminal Defense.Working at the Public Defender’s Office, Scott participated in numerous bench and jury trials at both the misdemeanor and felony level in state court. Scott had frequent success in felony and misdemeanor litigation.Scott remains involved in the Springfield Community with Big Brother Big Sisters of the Ozarks and serves on the Theta Chi Iota Beta Alumni Board of Directors.

I have 27 years of trial and courtroom experience defending clients who are under investigation, or who are charged with crimes, in state and federal courts throughout Missouri. My office provides experienced and professional service to every client.

Douglas L. Healy is a 2000 graduate of the University of Arkansas law school. After completing law school, he practiced law in his hometown before moving to Springfield to serve as a Greene County Prosecutor, where he was a Senior Trial Attorney. In 2004, Douglas L. Healy moved to Jefferson City, where he served as Chief of Staff to the Chairman of the Missouri Public Service Commission. In 2007, Doug and Dave formed the law firm of Healy & Healy, now Healy Law Offices, with the goal to provide clients high quality legal services with a personal touch. Douglas L. Healy currently serves as general counsel to the Missouri Joint Missouri Electric Utility Commission, and assists municipalities in their energy and utility needs. Douglas L. Healy also represents clients who are in need of assistance in criminal defense, and those who have been wrongfully injured by the negligent acts of others.

Thomas Carver has practiced law for over 43 years and has represented nearly 300 clients in federal criminal cases. His portfolio includes representing defendants in a number of capital murder prosecutions to sophisticated white-collar criminal indictments to drug and sex offenses. The firm’s trial practice encompasses litigation in all of the counties of southern and southwest Missouri as well as in the federal district courts of Kansas, and Western and Eastern Missouri.. Tom has petitioned the United States Supreme Court for review of lower appellate court decisions on numerous occasions and has argued cases in the Missouri Supreme Court, the United States Eighth and Tenth Circuit Courts of Appeals on several occasions. Overall, he has represented clients in no fewer than 70 appeals in state and federal courts. Many lawyers spend their entire professional career without representing a client in an appeal. Participating in over 70 appeals speaks to his expertise and the trust that clients place in him. Thomas Carver is a recipient of the Robert Duncan Award for Appellate Excellence and for many years has been named to the annual listings of Best Lawyers in America and Kansas/Missouri Super Lawyers. On two occasions, 2013 and 2015, he was named lawyer of the year in southwest Missouri in the area of white collar criminal defense.. Tom Carver is on the board of directors of the Springfield Metropolitan Bar Association (SMBA). He is also a past president of the Missouri Association of Criminal Defense Lawyers and early in his career was twice elected to the Missouri House of Representatives.

Russ Dempsey attended the University of Central Missouri where he received his Bachelor of Science Degree in Criminal Justice with a minor in Psychology. He then attended Washburn Law School in Topeka, Kansas, where he graduated with honors in 2002.. Upon graduating from Law School, Russ worked in the Traffic Division of the Greene County Prosecutor’s office handling primarily DWI cases before he was appointed as the Prosecutor and Assistant City Attorney for the City of Branson.. In January of 2005, Russ returned to the Greene County Prosecutor’s office in the Person’s Division where his focus shifted from DWI and traffic law offenses to serious violent crimes against women and children. In January of 2011, after spending 6 years prosecuting complex domestic assaults, child sex cases and adult rape cases, Russ was promoted to the head of the Major Crimes Division where he managed the other attorneys in the Major Crimes Division and carried a caseload which included  Felony Drug Possession, Drug Manufacturing/Distribution, Burglaries, Robberies, Serious Assaults, and Homicides.. In addition to his other duties, Russ was a POST certified instructor at the Springfield Police Academy where he taught new police officers Criminal Law, Criminal Procedure, Constitutional Law, Search and Seizure Law and other legal topics.. In 2013, Russ’s extensive Jury Trial and Bench Trial experiences were recognized by the Missouri Bar Association when he became Missouri’s 2013 recipient of the Lon O. Hocker Trial Advocacy Award. In his 10 + years with the Greene County Prosecutor’s office he handled hundreds of Bench Trials and Jury Trials. Russ has successfully tried cases involving nearly every kind of crime under Missouri Law from Speeding Tickets and DWI cases to First Degree Murder.

Missouri & Kansas Super Lawyer 2015-2020. My love of the law started from watching old Perry Mason shows on TV. And today, my focus is all about defending those accused by the government of wrongdoing - whether it is the federal, State or local government, every person needs a fighter on their side.