Centralia Lawyers

I am an experienced criminal defense attorney who will give your case the personal attention it deserves. I provide skilled and aggressive yet cost-effective representation to those facing criminal charges or a DWI/DUI. I have been successfully fighting for clients for 30 years, handling a wide range of case types. I believe I can help you as well. I make it a point to keep my clients fully informed about their cases and to return all client calls and emails the same day. Being accessible to my clients is a top priority. All of my...

Joel has been practicing law for over 40 years. Before opening his private law practice, he held positions in the U.S. Department of Justice, both in the U.S. Attorney's Office and its Civil Rights Division, where he earned a Special Achievement Award for 'sustained superior performance". Joel learned tenacity early on. He lettered in football while playing on the 1959 University of Missouri Orange Bowl team, and that year, the coaches bestowed him with the "Oil Can" Award for showing the most hustle and morale on the Tiger team. He began his practice with many...

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...

Born: Alexandria, Virginia Education: University of Missouri-Columbia, B.A. with Honors in Political Science, 1991 Washington University in St. Louis School of Law, Juris Doctor, 1994 Awards and Honors: J.G. Heinberg Scholarship for Excellence in Political Science Golden Key National Honor Society 1987-1991 Affiliations and Organizations: Phi Alpha Delta Pre-Law Society 1987-1991 President, Pro Bono Law Association 1991-1994 Missouri Bar Association 1994-present United States District Court for the Eastern District of Missouri 1998-present St. Charles County Bar Association 1998-present Probate and Trust Law Committee of the Missouri Bar 2003-present Bio: Mr. Taylor spent three years with...

James Briscoe
Concentrates on CRIMINAL DEFENSE of all law violations in state and municipal court, including:
-Assault
-Burglary
-Domestic Assault
-Driver’s License Suspensions
-Drug Possession
-Drug Distribution and Manufacture
-DWI
-Murder
-Sex offenses
-Stealing
-Tampering with a motor vehicle
-Traffic Tickets
-Weapons/Firearms violations

FREQUENT COUNTIES OF PRACTICE
- St. Charles Co
- St. Louis Co
- Lincoln Co
- Pike Co.
- Warren Co

BACKGROUND
Born and raised in St. Charles, MO ( Duchesne High School Class of ’86)
Graduate of University of Dayton (B.S. Criminal Justice ’90)
Law degree from the University of Illinois-Champaign/Urbana (’93).
Past President of the St. Charles County Bar Association
Former Assistant Prosecuting Attorney - City of LSL
Member of Missouri Association of Criminal Defense Lawyers
Appearance on the Today Show, 12/4/2007...

I have maintained a general civil litigation practice in the metropolitan St. Louis area for more than eighteen years. I have experience in state and federal court, representing both plaintiffs and defendants. The majority of my practice involves representing businesses, but I also occasionally assist individuals as well. I have handled case across a wide spectrum of practice areas, and have a subspecialty in environmental litigation. I traditionally bill on an hourly basis, but am open to alternative billing arrangements.

Spencer has practiced exclusively in family and domestic relations law for over twenty years as a counselor of law and aggressive litigator for hundreds of clients. He has helped his client’s find success in cases ranging from complex financial and high conflict custody disputes to settled family law matters. Facing one of the most difficult times of your life requires someone on your side that knows the legal system and will tirelessly work to get the best outcome for you financially and regarding custody of your children. He has spoken at several legal seminars...

Attorney Laurie A. Knight is an accomplished and experience lawyer practicing family law, criminal defense, estate planning, business law, and bankruptcy. She studied biology as an undergraduate at Saint Louis University before enrolling in the University of Missouri Columbia School of Law. She graduated with her J.D. in 2005 having served as an active member of the law school community. Laurie is admitted to practice in the State of Missouri and in the U.S. District Court, Eastern District of Missouri. She attends various legal events, supports several legal organizations, and frequently donates her time to serve indigent people. Laurie is...

Mike has successfully litigated and served as lead trial counsel throughout Missouri and Illinois in matters involving large exposure trucking and automobile accidents, wrongful death claims, premises liability, and dram shop liability cases where millions of dollars were at stake.

Mike has argued before appellate courts throughout Missouri and has been before the Missouri Supreme Court on multiple occasions. One of the matters that Mike appeared before the Missouri Supreme Court resulted in his selection as a 2017 Influential Appellate Advocate by Missouri Lawyers Weekly, a prestigious award given to the Missouri lawyer who obtained the year's most significant appellate...

John Page is the founding partner at Page Law. He is a St. Louis auto accident lawyer that handles serious injury and death cases related to car, truck, and motorcycle accidents. He handles a limited number of cases at a time in order to provide his clients with the personal time and attention they deserve. Attorney John Page enjoys helping people and loves what he does.

Carrie is a passionate and relentless advocate who doesn't take no for an answer, and fights strategically and relentlessly for her clients. She has earned the reputation as a top criminal defense lawyer in Phelps County and surrounding Counties. Through her boutique law practice, she gives personal, undivided, and often 'round-the-clock attention to all clients in an effort to provide the absolute best defense possible. Many of her courtroom successes as a criminal defense lawyer have come in matters that others considered hopeless.

A divorce and other family related matters can be some of life’s most challenging events. Often, your family’s future is unclear. Let us help navigate you through these stressful times and transitions. Brian Langley listens to your needs and provides skilled legal counsel. Having the right attorney can make all the difference. Brian is experienced in family law matters and can help to develop a well-planned strategy on how you should proceed. He listens to your needs and advocates accordingly. Years of practicing law as well as years of enforcing laws has afforded Brian a unique perspective with a vast amount...

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...

Ryan R. Cox and Associates, L.L.C., represents individuals and families in serious personal injury and wrongful death claims due to all types of accidents. Our firm has successfully represented hundreds of personal injury victims and has consistently been acknowledged for outstanding results achieved. Our firm has been recognized in both Missouri and national publications. We are dedicated and tireless advocates for the injured and we understand the numerous problems and difficulties injuries create.

Haymon Law Office was started in 2017, in an effort to serve clients by protecting their brand, business, and family. Attorney, Glennetta Haymon, or The STL Biz and Trademark Attorney, saw a need to assist small business owners, entrepreneurs, creatives, and artists with protecting their brand. Haymon Law Office provides Business Registration, Contracts, Trademarks, and Copyrights to small business owners and creatives as well as education and advice. Since embarking on her legal career, Attorney Haymon has gained significant experience within various areas of the law. She served as a volunteer mediator for the Arizona Justice Courts as well...

Justin is a partner in the law firm of Butler & Tomko, LLC which opened for business in October 2015. He focuses on representing corporate, municipal, homeowners'? associations on wide range of matters including formation, purchases/sales, general counsel duties and litigation. His other primary practices areas include general civil litigation, collections, personal injury and estate planning. Justin is committed to providing legal strategy that fits each client’s situation. Justin attended the University of Missouri-Columbia where he obtained a Bachelor's in Business Administration with a minor in Political Science. He continued his education at the University of...

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...

Attorney Ryterski grew up in St. Louis, MO in a large, working-class family. This familiarized her to the monetary demands of the everyday life of workers.

Attorney Ryterski gained knowledge of the workers’ compensation and personal injury areas of the legal field by clerking for law firms while still in law school. Through her perseverance as a working student, she was able to graduate at the top of her class.

After her studies, Attorney Ryterski sought employment opportunities where she could continue to hone her skills. Prior to starting her own legal practice in 1997, she worked for the Missouri attorney...

I limit my practice to estate planning, special needs & disability planning, elder law, probate & trust administration, estate & gift tax planning, business succession planning, and general corporate work.

St. Louis criminal defense & traffic law attorney Andrea Storey Rogers helps people in the St. Louis area and throughout Missouri with speeding tickets and criminal charges, such as shoplifting, leaving the scene of an accident, driving while suspended, minor in possession of alcohol (MIP), withdrawal of guilty pleas, and arrest warrants. Andrea offers a free consultation, a flat-fee price quote, and an estimate of your court fines and fees. When you call The Rogers Law Firm, you will speak directly with attorney Andrea Rogers. Andrea has been practicing law in St. Louis since 2005.

MEET YOUR LAWYER I started my legal career as a Law Clerk for the Honorable Charles B. Blackmar, a Justice with the Missouri Supreme Court and former professor at St. Louis University School of Law. I went on to practice as a trial attorney for the Commercial Litigation Branch of the United States Department of Justice in Washington, D.C. Following this position, I served as a Federal Prosecutor with an emphasis on prosecuting white collar crime, including bank fraud. After leaving the government, I practiced law at Armstrong, Teasdale, Schlafly & Davis, the third largest law firm in...

Ms. Freeman's primary areas of practice include:

Domestic and Family Law matters: Divorce, Child Custody, Child Support, Paternity, Orders of Protection, Contempt of Court, Adoption; Juvenile Court matters including Parental Representation.

Criminal matters: Domestic Violence; Child Abuse, Child Neglect and Endangerment; misdemeanor DWI/DUI; Traffic Violations; and other Criminal Offenses;

Additionally, Ms. Freeman is certified by the Missouri Bar Association as a Guardian ad Litem for matters concerning the interest and welfare of children and for adults alleged as incompetent in certain probate matters.

Ms. Freeman's years of previous experience in the US Army and in...

Edwin Butler is a diligent attorney with strong litigation and negotiation skills developed over years of experience. He consistently takes the initiative and delivers creative solutions to achieve positive results for clients. Attorney Butler thrives in a dynamic and collaborative work environment and possesses an unyielding work-ethic, passion and skill. As a former prosecutor and member of the Missouri Special Public Defender panel, we have the experience you need if you are being detained, investigated, or charged with a crime. If you have received a criminal summons, or recently been arrested, you want an attorney that will act with...

I am lawyer practicing in central Missouri. My practice focuses personal bankruptcies (Chapters 7 and 13) and on family law matters, including divorce, child custody and support matters, modifications, paternity actions, and guardianships and conservatorships. I also handle probate matters, landlord-tenant actions, civil matters, and real estate cases. I enjoy hiking, bicycling, and gardening and spending time with my husband and our pets.

My mission as a Bankruptcy Attorney is to provide my clients with personal and individualized attention. Too often, attorneys view their clients as a "case" rather than a person going through a difficult situation. Bankruptcy Solo, LLC was founded on the principle of providing people with a fresh start and relieving them from the burden of debt. As such, I only practice bankruptcy which allows me to give my clients the attention they deserve. In addition to my work as an attorney, I have also worked for the Missouri Department of Social Services in both the Division of Family...

Matt Wayman is an associate attorney for the Hammer Law Firm, LLC, currently licensed to practice in state and Federal courts in Missouri. With a specialty in criminal defense, Matt aims to be a positive agent of change operating within the criminal justice system. His most recent efforts include working towards ending cash bail, guided by the overarching belief that systematic change is possible through the efforts of individuals. Prior to practicing, Matt attended the University of Missouri Columbia (earning an undergraduate degree in business administration) and St. Louis University School of Law (class of 2020). His most notable extracurriculars in...

My reason to become an attorney was simple - I wanted to help people navigate the legal system, whether it was in business or the criminal justice system. I was (and still am) an entrepreneur before I became an attorney, and I have been a part of over a half dozen startups, both large and small. These experiences gave me a wealth of real-world experiences that I bring to my practice. I am also passionate about the criminal justice system, and many of the common issues surrounding the system, and want to help my clients go through this process with...

Divorce can be a long and complicated process resulting in lots of questions and concerns about your situation. You need a lawyer you can trust to handle the stresses and problems that may arise during your case. Joel Uffman is a caring Senior Associate Attorney for Stange Law Firm, PC, and he can assist clients throughout Franklin Country and the surrounding areas from the firm’s Union, Missouri office location. Joel attended St. Louis University School of Law where he earned his Juris Doctorate and also was a Dean’s Scholarship recipient. Before earning his law degree, he attended Missouri Baptist University where...

An Eagle Scout and Army brat, Chuck has lived in St. Louis for over twelve years. After earning a Bachelor of Science in Civil Engineering degree from Notre Dame in 1990, Chuck served in Germany with the US Army engineers. Working as an engineer in Kansas City, he earned the professional engineer license in MO and three other states. Chuck worked on the Matt Blunt for Secretary of State campaign for Gravois township. Drawn east, he graduated from St. Louis University law school in 2001 with a Juris Doctor degree. Chuck ran for State Rep. in 2002 for district 66,...

Using a unique three-step strategy, we create estate plans that work.

Erika Wentzel is a partner at Flesner Wentzel. During law school, Erika completed programs in Employment Law, Taxation, and International Law. Erika studied international law in Innsbruck, Madrid, and the Hague. During law school, Erika interned in the human resources department of the Saint Louis Zoo. After law school, Erika volunteered full time for Legal Services of Eastern Missouri as a consumer protection attorney. Erika initially practiced primarily in the areas of consumer protection and estate planning but she has also been working on family law cases since she graduated from Saint Louis University Law School...

I graduated law school at Saint Louis University School of Law in 2007. After several years of working for the big firms, I started my own practice, specializing in criminal defense, family law, and personal injury. Formerly known as Laurie A. McMillan, Attorney at Law.

I started my practice in 2004. During this time at Weber Law Firm, I have been able to focus on the areas of law I enjoy and gain, what i feel is, many years of invaluable experience and knowledge. I primarily help my clients in the areas Criminal Law and Personal Injury Law. Some examples of Criminal Law charges I frequently handle include Driving While Intoxicated (DWI/DUI), driving while suspended, minor in possession (MIP), drug charges, traffic violations, probation revocations, and stealing/shoplifting. The Personal Injury claims I can assist you with include motor vehicle accidents, truck accidents, and slip...

I am a general practice solo attorney specializing in listening to my clients and crafting legal remedies to fit their needs.

Cynthia W. Trice pursued a concentration in legal studies and graduated summa cum laude from Webster University with a perfect 4.0 out of 4.0. She was a member of Phi Theta Kappa, Tau Sigma, and the Lambda Epsilon Chi honor societies. She was the first recipient of the prestigious Nancy Simmons Superior Achievement in Legal Studies Award. After graduating from Southern University School of Law, receiving her Juris Doctor degree, and passing the bar exam, she took on cases from Legal Services of Eastern Missouri. This culminated in the Missouri Bar bestowing on her the Pro Bono Hall of...

Geoff is married with four children. He is a Missouri native and was raised in St. Louis. Geoff is a 1989 graduate of Lutheran South HS, a 1993 graduate of Drury College and a 1996 graduate of the University of Missouri-Columbia Law School. He founded the Meyerkord Law Firm in 2000 and has had many cases published in Missouri Lawyers Weekly.

He is a member of the Missouri Association of Trial Attorneys, Association of Trial Lawyers of America, the Missouri and Illinois Bar and the Missouri and Illinois Federal Courts. Outside of family and work Geoff trains in Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu.

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Karl J. Wulff, (BA ’93, JD ’96) is the firm’s principal attorney. He received his Bachelor of Arts degree from Webster University in 1993. He received his Juris Doctor degree from Oklahoma City University School of Law in 1996. Prior to attending university Mr. Wulff served in the United States Navy on board the amphibious assault aircraft carrier U.S.S. Tripoli (LPH-10) in the air department from 1987 to 1989 and later on board the aircraft carrier U.S.S. Saratoga (CV-60) as a reservist, earning the Sea Service Ribbon and the National Defense Medal. Mr. Wulff is a member of the National...