Family Law

• Divorce
• Child Custody and Visitation
  Family law: We represent clients in all types of family law matters, including divorce, child custody, and domestic violence.

Criminal Law

• Criminal Defense
  Criminal defense: If you have been charged with a crime, we can help you navigate the criminal justice system and protect your rights.
• DUI/DWI
  Driving under the influence of drugs or alcohol is a serious crime that can result in harsh penalties if the defendant is convicted. Possible penalties for a DUI / DWI conviction include jail time, heavy fines, and a driver’s license suspension.
• Wrongful Death
  2022-10-02T07:48:26-05:00 The statute of limitations for insurance claims varies depending on the type of claim. For example, the statute of limitations for injuries sustained in car accidents is usually five years, while the statute of limitations for wrongful death is usually three years.
• Sex Crimes
  Our Sexual Abuse attorneys are devoted to fighting for survivors of sexual assault and abuse. We have been highly successful in achieving results for our clients, who have sustained sexual abuse of every type and circumstance. Our success has been due in large part to our awareness that each individual client has specific goals and objectives they want to achieve through our representation. These goals have ranged from a desire to spread awareness to prevent future victims from suffering similar abuses, a wish to see justice done to perpetrators and other responsible parties, and a need to obtain monetary compensation to help pay for treatment and otherwise rebuild shattered lives. No matter the specific goals, we are dedicated to empowering our clients to achieve them, and we have the knowledge and experience to make those goals a reality. We are happy to let our results speak for themselves.
• Fraud
• Robbery
• Burglary
• White Collar Crimes
  While the term “white collar crime” may conjure up images of wealthy executives engaged in nefarious activities, the reality is that this type of crime can be committed by anyone who uses their position to commit fraud or other illegal acts.
• Theft
• Embezzlement
• Drug Crimes
  The specific penalties that a person faces for a drug crime will depend on the type and amount of drugs involved. Societies’ attitudes towards drug charges are changing, but even a first-time offense can result in jail time, heavy fines, and a criminal record.
• Assault
  There are different degrees of assault in Missouri, ranging from those which only threaten harm, all the way to crimes involving allegations of serious physical injury. There are many potential defenses to assault charges, including...
• Identity Theft
• Arson
• Shoplifting
• Restraining Order
  Get a restraining order: If your abuser is making you feel unsafe, we can help you get a restraining order to keep them away from you.
• Money Laundering

Business and Corporate Law

• Business Formation
• Business Disputes
  At Haden, Cowherd & Bullock, we understand that business disputes can be costly, time-consuming, and distracting from your day-to-day operations. That’s why we’re dedicated to providing efficient and effective legal solutions that help you resolve your dispute so you can move on with your business.
• Construction Contracts
• Intellectual Property

Employment Law

• Workers Compensation
  We are a Springfield firm with close ties to the community, but our reach extends statewide and beyond. We have 150 years of combined early assessment and litigation experience –from appeals to worker's compensation to wrongful death. We have tried hundreds of bench trials and more than 200 jury trials, including multi-million dollar cases involving both compensatory and punitive damages. Our attorneys are frequently called upon to handle complex litigation matters, ranging from insurance coverage disputes, to medical malpractice trials, to business and real estate litigation.
• Wrongful Termination
  Dealing with an employment dispute’s emotional and financial fallout can be overwhelming. Whether you’re facing a wrongful termination claim, a discrimination claim, dealing with a non-competition agreement, or another type of employment-related issue, our experienced attorneys can help.
• Employment Litigation
  Several of our lawyers have been recognized in a given year as having the top defense verdicts in the state. We represent clients in a wide range of disputes, including breach of contract, breach of warranty, fraud, shareholder disputes, and more. We also have experience litigating construction defects, employment disputes, and real estate transactions that impact your business and your bottom line.
• Sexual Harassment
  Sexual harassment in the workplace: Common examples include unwanted sexual comments or advances, being shown sexually explicit materials, or being asked to engage in sexual acts in exchange for favors.

Property Law

• Real Estate Litigation
  A real estate attorney will be able to guide you through the process and with the assistance of the Court, the attorney will be able to remove all unauthorized people or squatters that remain on the property. When an investor secures real estate through a “for sale by owner” an investor may need assistance with a real estate contract, mandatory discourse, and setting up the closing. A well experienced real estate attorney will be able to assist the investor by preparing a contract for the purchase of the property and assist with the necessary transmittal of documents to the closing company to transfer ownership. In the event that the real estate investor is using a licensed real estate agent, there may be issues of a contract dispute, boundary disputes, creation of easements, or potential breach of contract. What is a real estate investor to do when these problems arise? A savvy real estate investor should contact a well-experienced real estate attorney when these problems arise. Your real estate attorney will be able to navigate these problems with you and help you reach solutions to maximize your real estate investment. No matter which method the real estate investor uses to acquire ownership of investment property, a well experienced real estate attorney on your team is invaluable!
• Premises Liability
• Construction Litigation
  Construction defects can be costly and time-consuming to fix. They can also cause significant delays in the construction process. If you’re facing a construction defect issue, it’s important to have an experienced attorney on your side.
• Real Estate Transactions
  2022-09-19T18:09:40-05:00 There are many different types of legal cases that a local counsel can help with. For example, a local counsel can provide invaluable assistance if you are facing criminal charges. They can help to investigate the case, review evidence, and develop a defense strategy. If you are involved in a civil lawsuit, a local counsel can greatly assist you. They can help to negotiate settlements, prepare for trial, and represent you in court. In addition, a local counsel can also provide guidance on estate planning, real estate transactions, and other legal matters. Whatever your legal needs may be, a local counsel can provide the assistance you need to resolve your case successfully.
• Eminent Domain
  Land use and zoning: We can help you with issues relating to land use, zoning, eminent domain, and other matters.
• Easement
• Land Use and Zoning
• Landlord-Tenant Disputes
  As a landlord you have invested a significant amount of time and money buying, renovating, and maintaining your investment property. Your rental property may secure your retirement, fund your child’s college tuition or it might be your major source of income. In either event, your rental property should be protected! You might not always realize it, but landlords should also put serious consideration and a substantial amount of energy into hiring a landlord-tenant attorney. An experienced landlord-tenant attorney familiar with landlord-tenant law in Missouri is an incredible asset for landlords. When you have questions about handling a legal situation an experienced and knowledgeable landlord-tenant attorney will have the answers you need. Landlords can end up in difficult situations because they do not fully understand the Missouri landlord-tenant law. The best way to avoid this from happening is to form a relationship with an experienced and knowledgeable landlord-tenant attorney who can help to guide you.

Health Law

• Personal Injury
  • Valuing and Defending claims From the Defense Perspective, Personal Injury CLE, Springfield, MO, Springfield Metropolitan Bar Association, May 12, 2005
• Medical Malpractice
  Haden Cowherd & Bullock, L.L.C. offers the medical community an experienced and growing malpractice defense team whose goal it is to guide the medical professional through the complex and often stressful medical-legal arena.  Having handled numerous medical malpractice cases involving a myriad of medical issues, specialties, and entities, Haden Cowherd & Bullock’s defense team draws upon that experience to offer unique insight and protection to healthcare professionals and organizations.
• Auto Accidents

Trusts and Estates

• Estate Planning
  The high stakes involved in real estate disputes can make them complex and emotionally charged. Whether you’re facing a contract dispute, a boundary dispute, or another type of real estate litigation, it’s important to have an experienced real estate attorney on your side.

Finance Law

• Foreclosure
  After you have created your new business entity and secured financing you are ready to start shopping? When you are purchasing property for real estate investment you can acquire property through different means. A real estate investor can purchase property at the local tax auction, at foreclosure sale, for sale by owner, and through a licensed real estate agent. Acquiring property through a local tax auction often requires legal action after the sale to properly transfer ownership of the property to the new legal entity. A well experienced real estate attorney will be able to assist an investor with this process and ensure that the appropriate legal steps are taken to secure ownership. Buying property through tax auction or by foreclosure can also present unique problems. Sometimes, after a tax auction sale or foreclosure, the residents refuse to move out of the property. What does an investor do then? A well-experienced real estate attorney will be able to assist you with removing the squatters on your property by filing a lawsuit called an Unlawful Detainer.
• Tax Law