- DivorceWhile the popular image of the divorce is a snarling couple, after years of emotional distance and resentment, spitting and tearing at each other in court, the fact is most couples who decide that a divorce is the only way forward don’t hate each other. They may have lost the ability to communicate effectively so they often seek to divorce quickly and affordably, without rancor. An uncontested divorce might seem like the obv...
- Child SupportRaising a child is hard work. It can be challenging when both parents are working to achieve the same goal, but if parents are not together or if the father has not been identified, it can be even harder. Whether you are a mother who needs child support from an unresponsive father, or you are a father who is being denied parenting time with your child, it is important to work with an experienced Boone County fathers’ rights attorney.
- Child Custody and VisitationSupport, custody and visitation can be sensitive issues. Parents want to have enough time with their children, and nobody wants to be treated unfairly when it comes to money.
- Adoption
- PaternityFew issues in life can be more emotionally taxing than matters of family law. Whether you’re facing divorce, child custody battles, paternity issues, or anything else involving your family — I can help you find a peaceful solution that works for everyone involved.
- Premarital Agreement
- Spousal SupportMaintenance: Spousal maintenance, also called spousal support or alimony, may be awarded to one spouse during or after the divorce. This financial award is designed to let both spouses maintain the lifestyles they were accustomed to during the marriage.
- Child AbuseOrders of protection: In some divorce cases, child abuse or adult abuse is a large problem. I work with victims who need to file orders of protection against family members. I also represent individuals who think they have been wrongly served an order of protection.
- Criminal DefenseIf you or a loved one is facing charges, I can provide advice and personalized representation. I have helped many people in the Columbia area resolve criminal matters of all kinds, fighting for their legal rights and/or negotiating on their behalf, as necessary.
- DUI/DWIDefendant crossed the center line and collided with my client’s vehicle. Plaintiffs suffered moderate injuries in the collision. Defendant was charged and convicted of drunk driving in the collision.
- Wrongful DeathWhile no lawyer can take away the pain of a tragic loss, a wrongful death claim can be filed to pursue financial compensation that can at least bring some financial relief. If you lost a family member as a result of someone else’s negligence, you may be entitled to recover appropriate compensation for...
- Traffic ViolationsMy client was a 13 year old boy riding his bike in a Columbia neighborhood. As he was riding down the street he didn’t see an oncoming car and he ran a stop sign resulting in him being run over by a motor vehicle. My client suffered a significant leg injury. We claimed the defendant driver was speeding and this contributed to the accident. The case settled for just less than the policy limits of $100,000. The case was settled prior to trial.
- FraudRepresented client after her deceased husband’s life insurance refused to pay her the death benefits provided for under his Plan.
- Theft
- MisdemeanorsAt Mingus Law Office, I defend clients in a wide variety of municipal and state criminal matters, ranging from misdemeanors to serious felonies with much higher stakes. I can provide representation if you have been accused of...
- Drug Crimes
- Assault
- Shoplifting
- Workers Compensation
- Construction LitigationScott Forshee was a contractor who built a home for the plaintiffs with numerous construction defects. The home was almost a total loss. Plaintiff alleged claims of breach of implied warranty of good workmanship and breach of contract.
- Personal InjuryGetting through a serious personal injury can be an extremely stressful and scary experience. Matters can become even worse when you're faced with the prospect of mounting medical bills, auto repairs, and the potential for lost wages. If you're the victim of a personal injury caused by someone else's negligence, you're entitled to compensation that can help you through all of these challenges, so you can focus on what's important -- getting better. As an experienced personal injury attorney that has been assisting clients throughout central Missouri for 18 years, I can help you and your family get the justice you deserve, so you can begin to get your life back on track.
- Auto Accidents