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20 attorneys listed
Updated May 2026
Independence, MO
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Showing 20 civil litigation lawyers in Independence, MO
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Gabriele Law Firm, LLC
201 N Spring St, Independence, MO 64050
(816) 352-8510 gabrielelawfirm.com
The Horn Law Firm, P.C.
19049 E Valley View Pkwy ste j, Independence, MO 64055
(816) 795-7500 hornlaw.com
Cook Ellis LLC
4016 S Lynn Ct Dr, Independence, MO 64055
(816) 376-3266 cookellislaw.com
Totta Law Offices, LLC
19049 E Valley View Pkwy ste. b, Independence, MO 64055
(816) 252-2332
Devkota Law Firm
315 W Kansas Ave, Independence, MO 64050
(816) 339-5101 devkotalawfirm.com
Mark Forest, Attorney At Law
221 W Lexington Ave STE 100, Independence, MO 64050
(816) 472-0082 markforestlaw.com
Sloan Law Office, LLC
19049 E Valley View Pkwy ste. b, Independence, MO 64055
(816) 777-1340 sloanlawkc.com
White, Graham, Buckley & Carr LLC
19049 E Valley View Pkwy, Independence, MO 64055
(816) 373-9080 wgbclaw.com
Wulff Law
4200 Little Blue Pkwy #680, Independence, MO 64057
(816) 795-5455 wulfflaw.net
The Law Offices of Les D. Wight, LLC
530 East 23rd St S, Independence, MO 64055
(816) 836-4000 familymatter.com
Waits Dennis R
200 S Spring St, Independence, MO 64050
(816) 461-4242
Buccero & VanFleet, LLC
14801 E 42nd St S Suite 1500, Independence, MO 64055
(816) 842-6228 buccerolaw.com
David Wylie
201 N Spring St, Independence, MO 64050
(816) 836-3619 wylielawkc.com
Easter Law
1112 S Hardy Ave, Independence, MO 64052
(816) 608-2313 easterlawllc.com
McElligott Ewan & Hall PC
233 W Walnut St, Independence, MO 64050
(816) 833-1222 mehkpclaw.com
Albano, Richart, Welch & Bajackson, LLC
311 W Kansas Ave, Independence, MO 64050
(816) 836-8000 arwblegal.com
Boyd Kenter Thomas & Parrish LLC
221 W Lexington Ave, Independence, MO 64050
(816) 471-4511 bktplaw.com
Humphrey, Farrington & McClain, P.C.
221 W Lexington Ave Suite 400, Independence, MO 64050
(816) 836-5050 hfmlegal.com
William L. Hall
233 W Walnut St, Independence, MO 64050
(816) 836-2437 mehkpclaw.com
EDELMAN & THOMPSON Law Firm
3720 Arrowhead Ave #102, Independence, MO 64057
(816) 561-3400 edelmanthompson.com
Civil litigation lawyers in Independence Missouri handle disputes that go to court including contract breaches property disagreements and personal injury claims. Missouri law sets a five year statute of limitations for most contract cases and a two year limit for personal injury claims under Missouri Revised Statutes Section 516.120. A local attorney can guide you through Jackson County Circuit Court procedures and help protect your rights.
What Does a Civil Litigation Lawyer in Independence Cost?
Civil litigation lawyers in Missouri typically charge by the hour with rates ranging from 200 to 500 dollars per hour depending on experience and case complexity. Some lawyers offer flat fees for simple matters like drafting a demand letter. Contingency fees are common in personal injury cases where the lawyer takes a percentage usually 33 to 40 percent of any settlement or judgment. Court filing fees in Jackson County add additional costs. This is general information and not legal advice.
* Cost estimates are general ranges based on publicly available data and compiled using automated research tools. Actual fees vary by attorney and case complexity. This is not legal advice — consult directly with an attorney for fee specifics.
Frequently Asked Questions
What types of cases does a civil litigation lawyer handle in Independence?
Civil litigation lawyers handle non criminal disputes such as breach of contract property boundary issues landlord tenant conflicts and personal injury claims. They represent clients in Jackson County Circuit Court and in mediation or arbitration.
How long do I have to file a civil lawsuit in Missouri?
The time limit varies by case type. For personal injury you have two years from the date of injury under Missouri Revised Statutes Section 516.120. For written contracts you have five years. Missing these deadlines can bar your claim.
What should I bring to my first meeting with a civil litigation lawyer?
Bring any contracts correspondence photos and documents related to your dispute. Also bring a list of key dates and names of people involved. The lawyer will review these to assess your case and explain your options.
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