Missouri Lawyers Edward Matthews to Eric Rakestraw

Firm: Armstrong Teasdale

7700 Forsyth Blvd., Suite 1800 , Saint Louis , Missouri 63105

Practice Areas: Real Estate , Business, Business, Business, Business, Business

Calvin Matthews, a member of the Corporate Services practice group, serves as outside counsel to a number of major businesses including Sterling Bank, First Community Bank and the area developer and master franchisee for Tim Hortons Cafe and Bake Shops in Missouri and Illinois. In these positions, Calvin handles a wide-range of corporate issues including those related to financial transactions, real estate, employment and labor, mergers and acquisitions and corporate governance.. He offers clients a unique combination of skills due to an unusual background that includes in-depth experience as a corporate services attorney, litigator and even a securities trader. Because of this, Calvin has a diverse practice representing a variety of companies from industries as different as apparel, banking and food services. His practice also includes representing clients with cutting edge legal issues such as those in the medical marijuana business in both Missouri and Illinois.. In the corporate services area, many of Calvin’s clients are mid and large-sized closely held businesses. He takes a holistic view of a company’s operations and thus provides a range of needed services, including the review of corporate structure, contracts and policies. He develops strategies aimed at improving operations and minimizing risks.. When clients face litigation issues, Calvin employs his experience handling contract, insurance, banking, and finance disputes as well as complex multiparty national class action cases. His widely publicized cases include the representation of Jos A. Bank Clothiers Inc. against national class actions as well as the representation of Randall Sutton, the CEO and president of the defunct National Prearranged Funerals Inc. in one of the largest fraud schemes ever prosecuted in the Missouri.

Firm: Northland Injury Law

4151 N Mulberry Dr , Kansas City , Missouri 64116

Practice Areas: Personal Injury

Firm: Playter & Playter, LLC

400 SW Longview Boulevard, Suite 220 , Lee's Summit , Missouri 64081

Practice Areas: Litigation

Firm: Wasinger Daming, LC

1401 S. Brentwood Blvd., Suite 875 , Saint Louis , Missouri 63144

Practice Areas: Real Estate

My mission is to provide high quality legal services to individuals and organizations.  It is my goal to bring the highest level of skill, ability and personal integrity to solving your legal problems.

Firm: Norman and Graves, LLC

4505 Madison Ave , Kansas City , Missouri 64111

Practice Areas: Personal Injury

Eric joined Norman and Graves in August of 2019 after graduating cum laude from the University of Missouri - Kansas City School of Law in May of 2019. Eric received his undergraduate education at the University of Missouri - Columbia where he studied finance & banking. Eric is a lifelong Kansas City native and comes from a family of attorneys, so the practice of law was very prevalent in his early life.. Eric holds active licenses in Kansas and Missouri.. While not assisting clients or practicing law, Eric spends his time traveling with family and taking part in recreational sports such as slow-pitch softball and tennis.

Firm: Sifers Jensen Palmer Law Firm

431 S. Jefferson Ave , Springfield , Missouri 65806

Practice Areas: Personal Injury

My firm handles cases all over the country.  We have offices in Springfield and Kansas City, Missouri.  We appreciate you considering Sifers Jensen Palmer for your legal needs regarding dangerous products, auto accidents, medical devices, defective automobiles, semi truck accidents, wrongful death and serious personal injury.  We offer free consultations and contingent fee agreements for injury and death cases.

Firm: Wiliiams Dirks Dameron LLC

1100 Main St , Kansas City , Missouri 64105

Practice Areas: Class Action

Expert Kansas City employment & business lawyer offering legal services on a contingent basis in wage and hour, class action, discrimination, sexual harassment & more. Business law legal services include trademark, copyright, defective product and consumer class cases.. Call to schedule a free case evaluation today.

Firm: Early & Miranda, P.C.

800 Market Street , Saint Louis , Missouri 63101

Practice Areas: Workers Compensation

Eric specializes in defending employers and insurers against workers’ compensation claims throughout Missouri.. Eric has litigated denied claims before the Missouri Division of Workers’ Compensation and argued appeals before the Missouri Labor and Industrial Relations Commission and the Eastern District Court of Appeals. He provides counsel to employers and insurers regarding compliance and risk management issues under the Missouri Workers’ Compensation Act. Eric values frequent and meaningful communication with his clients as essential to best serving their unique needs.. Eric is a member of the American Bar Association, The Missouri Bar, and the Bar Association of Metropolitan St. Louis. He serves on the scholarship committee and board of directors of Kids’ Chance, an organization that provides scholarships to the children of severely injured or deceased workers.

Firm: Boehmer Law, LLC

1603 Boone's Lick Rd. , Saint Charles , Missouri 63301

Practice Areas: Criminal Defense

Eric  Boehmer is an award winning attorney with the experience, confidence and knowledge to deal with the authorities when it comes to defending individuals against criminal charges and defending your rights.   With Eric Boehmer as your lawyer, no one will work harder on your case, learning and gathering the facts, the substantive law, nor vigorously defending you as his client.  It is Eric’s experience and aggressive defense of  his clients that makes all the difference both in and out of the courtroom.   It is one thing to study a particular area of the law, it is quite another to apply it in a high pressure situation where your client’s case rests on the outcome. The intricacies of  law might mean one thing to someone who studies them; they take on a whole new meaning when you defend your client during a court case.. Types of Legal Expertise We Offer:. Criminal Law. Alcohol and Drug Related Issues. Driving and Traffic Related Issues. Sex Crimes and Pornography Issues. Weapons/Violent Crimes. Theft/Stealing/Fraud/Property Issues. Bonds/Probation/Warrants. Divorce/Separation/Marriage/Support Issues. Custody/Child Support/Paternity Issues. Family Services Issues. Other Services:. If you or someone you know has been accused or charged with a crime or need legal services, please contact Eric Boehmer immediately at . Early intervention in legal matters, especially with regards to criminal issues, can be essential to the outcome of your case.

Firm: Eric Abramson, Attorney at Law

7750 Clayton Rd. , Saint Louis , Missouri 63117

Practice Areas: Criminal Defense

Firm: Law Offices of Edwin W. Orr, L.L.C.

28 N 8th St Ste 417 , Columbia , Missouri 65201

Practice Areas: Criminal Defense

Firm: BUCHANAN, WILLIAMS & O'BRIEN

1105 E. 32nd Street , Joplin , Missouri 64804

Practice Areas: Divorce & Separation

Emily is currently focusing her practice on family law and estate planning. Emily is extremely organized, goal driven, and willing to work hard for her clients. Her goal is to be a positive and helpful influence during what can be a complex time in the lives of her clients. Her desire is to provide her clients with a complete understanding of their legal options, to be attentive to her clients’ goals and desires, and to effectuate those goals and desires whenever possible.. Emily is licensed to practice in Missouri. She is a 2015 graduate of the University of Tulsa College of Law. She received her undergraduate degree from the University of Arkansas in English and Political Science in 2011. Emily was born and raised in Joplin graduating from Thomas Jefferson Independent Day School. She currently lives in Joplin with her husband, daughter Charlotte and two English bulldogs. Emily and her husband enjoy running and have to-date completed 5K’s in 4 states.

Firm: Hutchings & Schwappach

104 W Kansas , Liberty , Missouri 64068

Practice Areas: Family

I am experienced in vigorously protecting my clients' rights while providing guidance and reassurance in a supportive environment. I value my clients' experiences and partner with them to develop an intelligent and effective case strategy.. I understand how to be aggressive when circumstances demand it, but also know that domestic issues are often best settled through reasoned negotiation. My goal is to minimize the conflict while finding solutions that work for parent.. I work with families in all areas of family law, including divorce, modifications of child support, modifications of child custody, administrative child support proceedings, custody arrangments between never married parents, adoptions, step-parent adoptions, grandparent visitation, adult and minor name changes.. Prior to practing in private practice, I  worked as law clerk to the Honorable Patrick W. Campbell  and Honorable Christine Sill-Rogers of the 16th Judicial Circuit Court of Jackson County, Missouri – Family Court Division where where I gained considerable insight into how judges decide family law matters.

Firm: Call & Gentry Law Group

3218 Emerald Lane, Ste C , Jefferson City , Missouri 65101

Practice Areas: Divorce & Separation

Emily J. Fretwell was born in Canton, Missouri to State Representative, Estil Fretwell, and his wife, Nina "Jo" Fretwell. After ending his career as a representative, Estil relocated his family to the Capital city to pursue a career as a lobbyist for Missouri Farm Bureau. Emily's mother completed her Masters in Education and began teaching English at Thomas Jefferson Middle School. Emily and her three siblings all graduated from Jefferson City High School and were active in athletics, the arts and in their church.. Following graduation, Emily obtained her Bachelors in Psychology with a minor in Criminal Justice graduating summa cum laude from Columbia College. While in undergraduate school, she began working for a law firm in Jefferson City first as a courier and then as a receptionist. During this time, she learned what an important role lawyers play in the lives of others; as an advocate and a counselor.. In 2007, Emily received her Juris Doctorate from the University of Missouri, became licensed to practice law in Missouri and the Eastern and Western District Courts and was admitted to both the Missouri and Cole County bar associations.. Also in 2007, Emily wed her high school sweetheart, Jeremy Renn. Jeremy spends his days working as a successful hair stylist at a trendy salon called The Loft. After spending some time in Columbia, they returned to Jefferson City where they currently reside with their two young children.. Since beginning her legal career, Emily has gained a reputation for listening to and responding to her client's needs. As a general rule, nobody likes having to call a lawyer, and she respects and appreciates the fact that her clients are relying on her experience and knowledge to get them through some of their most trying times.

Firm: Reece Family Law, LLC

2202 W CHESTERFIELD BLVD , SPRINGFIELD , Missouri 65807

Practice Areas: Family

WELCOME TO REECE FAMILY LAW, LLC & DEFENDING YOUR FAMILY – SPRINGFIELD – JOPLIN - LAWYERSDEFENDING YOUR FAMILYWe understand your family is the most important aspect of your life. we know you are going through a difficult time. You have made the right decision to seek legal advice and our family law, criminal defense, estate planning, civil litigation, and mediation lawyer teams look forward to assisting you through your legal matter. Our attorneys and staff will strive to give you the attention your family needs in navigating the Missouri court system with a divorce, child custody, modification, paternity, DUI, DWI, traffic ticket, will, trust, power of attorney, settlement, mediation, or litigating in trial. We are located in the Chesterfield Village at 2202 W Chesterfield Blvd, Ste 200, Springfield, MO 65807 and our newest location 113 S Main Street in Joplin, MO 64801.. REECE FAMILY LAW and DEFENDING YOUR FAMILY – SPRINGFIELD – JOPLIN - LAWYERS have 60+ years of combined experience in Family Law, Criminal Defense, Estate Planning, Civil Litigation, and Mediation to help you in the following areas:. FAMILY LAW:• Divorce• Paternity• Custody• Modification• Mediation• Legal Separation• Child Support• Maintenance / Alimony• Adoptions• Family Access / Contempt• Grandparents Rights• Name Change• Juvenile Law• Qualified Domestic Relations Orders (QDRO’s)• Adult and Child Orders of Protection, Ex Parte• Uncontested, Contested, Settled, & Trial Cases. CRIMINAL DEFENSE:• Traffic Ticket• DWI, DUI• License Reinstatements• Expungements – Many Felonies can be expunged after 7 years, misdemeanors 3 years• Drug, Marijuana Charges• Misdemeanor• Felony• Serious Crimes Against People• Serious Crimes Against Property• Federal Criminal Defense. ESTATE PLANNING:• Wills• Trusts• Guardianships• Power of Attorney• Medical Directives• Name Change• Probate• Prenuptial Agreements. CIVIL LITIGATION:• Business• Civil Defense• Employment• Personal Injury• Real Estate• Renters. MEDIATION:• Mediate all types of Family Law cases. REECE FAMILY LAW, LLC lawyers cover the Springfield/Ozark/Branson regions of Southwest Missouri and DEFENDING YOUR FAMILY - SPRINGFIELD - JOPLIN - LAWYERS covers the Joplin/Neosho/Carthage regions of Southwest Missouri.

Firm: A & L: Licker Law Firm, LLC

1861 Sherman Dr , Saint Charles , Missouri 63303

Practice Areas: Immigration

Firm: Kayser & Associates LLC

13610 Barrett Office Drive , Manchester , Missouri 63021

Practice Areas: Business

Elizabeth has nearly 20 years of being a unique game changing versatile entrepreneurial attorney with a strong business background. Her focus has always been geared toward diverse areas of law. For the last 8 years she has put her emphasis in finance and real estate law, particularly short sale negotiations for real estate professionals and property owners. Elizabeth owns and founded the Kayser Short Sale Law Center. The practice focuses on processing and negotiating real estate short sales for owners, advising on shortages and negotiating work-outs with realtors, property owners, lenders, title companies, and “closers”. She uses her knowledge of Fannie Mae, Freddie Mac, FHA, VA, RESPA, and other regulations to conduct client intake and advise on qualifications for short sale programs such as HAFA and FHA’s pre-foreclosure sale programs. Concurrently with starting Kayser Short Sale Law Center, she was the owner and founder of Kayser & Associates where she concentrated on claims counsel for leading title insurance underwriters and policyholders, curing title defects, establishing clear chain of title, claims analysis, coverage opinion letters, and general real estate and finance litigation. Additionally, Elizabeth was formerly a partner in the law firm of Wilson & Kayser LLC. At this firm, her practice was focused on bankruptcy issues, debt negotiation, family law, workers comp, and personal injury. Elizabeth is a frequent speaker. She regularly presents to groups of brokers and title companies in Missouri and Illinois on topics relating to the credit implications of short sale and foreclosures and simple explanations of the short sale process, among others. Elizabeth was admitted to the Missouri Bar in 1996 and the Illinois Bar in 1997. She was admitted into the U.S.E.D. Missouri and U.S.S.D. Illinois courts, U.S. Court of Federal Claims Bankruptcy, and the U.S. Court of Appeals 7th Circuit. Prior to attending Southern Illinois School of Law and graduating cum laude, she graduated with a double major in business management and marketing management from Southeast Missouri State. Elizabeth is passionate about the Parkway School District, where she serves on the Government Relations Committee as well as the Project Parkway Steering Committee. She recently served as the chair for the $94 million tax bond campaign for propositions S for the District. Due to her interest in the environment she joined FCER, an environmental non-profit in Costa Rica as a board member and is a member of the Great Rivers Greenway Communications Brain Trust and Public Engagement Brain Trust. She is also a member of the SLAR, SCCAR and Missouri Lawyers Network.. She is an avid runner participating in numerous runs for charitable causes. As an outdoor enthusiast, she spends her spare time doing outdoor activities and experiencing new travel adventures. She currently resides in West St. Louis County.

Firm: The Glades Law Firm, P.C.

1120 Southeast Murphy Boulevard , Joplin , Missouri 64801

Practice Areas: Trusts

Firm: Gilmore Law Group

3700 Interstate 70 Dr SE , Columbia , Missouri 65201

Practice Areas: Family

100 North Broadway 17th Fl. , Saint Louis , Missouri 63102

Practice Areas: Patent Application

Mr. Rakestraw's practice includes all areas of intellectual property law.  His work is primarily devoted to the preparation and prosecution of patent applications in the chemical and pharmaceutical fields, both in the United States and abroad.  Representative areas include agricultural chemicals, industrial chemicals, pharmaceuticals, and the processes and apparatus used to produce these chemicals.. Mr. Rakestraw received his Juris Doctor, summa cum laude, in 2008 from the Southern Illinois University School of Law, where he served as the Student Editor-in-Chief of the Journal of Legal Medicine.  During law school, Mr. Rakestraw was also a member of the Moot Court Board, where he received awards for Champion and Best Brief of the intramural competition.