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Find Employment Lawyers Near You in Cape Girardeau, MO
Browse employment lawyers serving Cape Girardeau, Missouri. Contact information and addresses listed below.
20 attorneys listed
Updated May 2026
Cape Girardeau, MO
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Showing 20 employment lawyers in Cape Girardeau, MO
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Tarry Law Firm, L.L.C.
815 Independence St, Cape Girardeau, MO 63703
(573) 651-8644 tarrylawfirm.com
Parmele Disability Advocates, LLC
260 S Mt Auburn Rd, Cape Girardeau, MO 63703
(866) 889-2570 parmeledisability.com
Cook Barkett Ponder & Wolz
1610 N Kingshighway St #201, Cape Girardeau, MO 63701
(573) 677-4343 cbpw-law.com
Statler Lawyers
107 S Broadview St, Cape Girardeau, MO 63703
(573) 651-4855 statlerlawyers.com
Birk Law Firm
2851 Professional Ct C, Cape Girardeau, MO 63703
(573) 332-8585 birklegal.com
Johnson, Schneider & Ferrell, L.L.C.
212 Main St, Cape Girardeau, MO 63701
(573) 335-3300 jsslawfirm.com
Bertrand Law Firm, LLC
1320 N Kingshighway St, Cape Girardeau, MO 63701
(573) 227-6265 traebertrand.com
Cooper Law Firm, LLC
106 N Farrar Dr, Cape Girardeau, MO 63701
(573) 803-0124 cooperlaw-firm.com
Bryan Greaser Law
118 Themis St, Cape Girardeau, MO 63701
(573) 651-3399 bryangreaserlaw.com
Law Office of Mark McMullin
2007 Independence St, Cape Girardeau, MO 63703
(573) 334-5125 capegirardeaulaw.com
NST Law Injury Attorneys
1440 Kurre Ln, Cape Girardeau, MO 63701
(573) 367-5749 nstlaw.com
Daniel J. Grimm Cook, Barkett, Ponder & Wolz
1610 N Kingshighway St, Cape Girardeau, MO 63701
(573) 335-6651 cbpw-law.com
Zimmerman Law, LLC
1440 Kurre Ln, Cape Girardeau, MO 63701
(573) 803-3386 zimmermanlawllc.com
The Clubb Law Firm
718 Caruthers Ave, Cape Girardeau, MO 63701
(573) 651-1900 theclubblawfirm.com
The Jewel Law Firm LLC
1416 N Kingshighway St, Cape Girardeau, MO 63701
(573) 332-1001 thejewellawfirm.com
Osburn, Hine & Yates, LLC
3071 Lexington Ave, Cape Girardeau, MO 63701
(573) 651-9000 semolaw.com
The Limbaugh Firm, Attorneys at Law
407 N Kingshighway St # 400, Cape Girardeau, MO 63701
(573) 335-3316 limbaughlaw.com
O'Loughlin O'Loughlin Koetting
1736 N Kingshighway St, Cape Girardeau, MO 63701
(573) 334-9104
Lanzotti Law
615 N Broadview St, Cape Girardeau, MO 63701
(573) 335-9300 lanzottilaw.com
Diane C. Howard
407 N Kingshighway St # 400, Cape Girardeau, MO 63701
(573) 335-3316 limbaughlaw.com
Employment lawyers in Cape Girardeau, Missouri help workers with issues like wrongful termination, workplace discrimination, and unpaid wages. Missouri is an at-will employment state, but employees are still protected under the Missouri Human Rights Act and federal laws like Title VII. Local attorneys can guide you through filing complaints with the Missouri Commission on Human Rights or pursuing a civil lawsuit.
What Does a Employment Lawyer in Cape Girardeau Cost?
Employment lawyers in Missouri often charge on a contingency fee basis, meaning they take a percentage of any settlement or award, typically 25 to 40 percent. Some may charge an hourly rate ranging from 200 to 500 dollars per hour. Initial consultations are often free or low cost. Costs vary by case complexity and attorney experience. This is general information, 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 an employment lawyer handle in Cape Girardeau?
Employment lawyers handle wrongful termination, discrimination based on race or gender, sexual harassment, wage and hour violations, and retaliation claims. They also assist with employment contracts and severance agreements.
What is the time limit to file an employment claim in Missouri?
For discrimination claims under the Missouri Human Rights Act, you must file with the Missouri Commission on Human Rights within 180 days of the incident. For federal claims under Title VII, you have 300 days. Wage claims may have a shorter deadline.
Can I be fired for no reason in Missouri?
Yes, Missouri is an at-will employment state, meaning an employer can fire you for any reason or no reason. However, you cannot be fired for an illegal reason such as discrimination, retaliation, or violating public policy. An employment lawyer can help determine if your termination was unlawful.
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