Business Details
50+ Years
experience
Your Trusted Legal Partner in Springfield
Neale & Newman was founded in 1903 with a commitment to delivering exceptional legal representation rooted in tradition and innovation. Our firm combines over a century of experience with modern legal technology to serve individuals, businesses, and families across Southwest Missouri. We specialize in estate planning, family law, business support, personal injury, and multiple other practice areas, ensuring comprehensive solutions tailored to each client's unique needs. Our attorneys are recognized for their deep expertise, ethical standards, and dedication to community service, reflecting the values established by our founders.With offices in Springfield and Branson, we extend our reach while maintaining the personalized attention that defines our client relationships. Our collaborative approach integrates litigation and transactional insights, enabling us to resolve complex legal matters efficiently. We pride ourselves on cost-effective strategies and a neighborly ethos, treating every client with respect and attentiveness. This century-long legacy of excellence positions us as a trusted partner for legal challenges today and in the future.
Services
Estate Planning
Family Law
Business Support
Personal Injury
Intellectual Property
Employment Law
Education Law
Municipal Government
Insurance Defense
Appeals
Details
- Year established: 1903
Highlights and features
- We offer 100+ years of combined legal experience across diverse practice areas.
- Our attorneys integrate traditional values with cutting-edge legal technology.
- We provide cost-effective, multifaceted representation for complex cases.
- Our team includes partners recognized for community leadership and bar association involvement.
- We maintain a client-centric approach with personalized legal guidance.
What people say
Knowledgeable and helpful
Trustworthy and caring attorney
Professional and considerate
Best possible outcome
Reasonable fees
Services
Estate Planning
Our estate planning attorneys help clients create customized wills, trusts, and advance directives to protect assets and ensure legacy goals. We guide families through probate processes and tax-efficient strategies while maintaining compliance with Missouri laws. Clients benefit from our experience in complex estate matters and intergenerational wealth transfer.
Family Law
We handle all aspects of family law including divorce, child custody, support, and property division. Our attorneys prioritize amicable resolutions while preparing for litigation when necessary. Clients receive strategic counsel on parenting plans and post-divorce modifications, supported by our decades of local court experience.
Business Support
Our business law team assists with entity formation, contract negotiations, and dispute resolution. We represent corporations in mergers, acquisitions, and compliance matters while supporting entrepreneurs through all business lifecycle stages. Our litigation-informed approach prevents future legal challenges.
Personal Injury
We advocate for injury victims in insurance claims and litigation, covering auto accidents, workplace injuries, and medical malpractice. Our attorneys negotiate settlements and litigate cases to secure fair compensation for medical expenses, lost wages, and pain and suffering.
Appeals
Our appellate specialists analyze trial records to identify reversible errors and craft persuasive legal arguments. We handle appeals in state and federal courts, leveraging deep understanding of procedural law to challenge or defend judgments across practice areas.
People
Melissa Bade
Partner
Partner specializing in family law and estate planning with extensive courtroom experience. Recognized for compassionate client representation and successful adoption case outcomes in Southwest Missouri.
Patrick J. Platter
Partner
Experienced attorney providing strategic counsel on zoning, land use, and municipal law. Known for resolving complex real estate disputes and delivering practical legal solutions to business clients.
Judson B. Poppen
Partner
Family law specialist with proven success in child custody and divorce cases. Maintains focus on minimizing client stress while achieving favorable parenting arrangements and property divisions.
Kate Trokey-Harris
Partner
Branson office partner offering business law expertise and transactional support. Brings regional perspective to corporate clients while maintaining commitment to personalized legal service.
Daniel K. Wooten
Managing Partner
Leadership role in firm operations and strategic growth initiatives. Oversees expansion efforts while maintaining active litigation practice in commercial disputes and insurance defense matters.
Questions
What practice areas does Neale & Newman specialize in?
We provide comprehensive legal services in estate planning, family law, business support, personal injury, intellectual property, employment law, and appellate representation.
How can I schedule a consultation with your attorneys?
Contact us at (417) 670-2520 or use our online contact form to arrange a consultation with an experienced Springfield attorney.
Do you serve clients outside Springfield?
Yes, we represent clients throughout Southwest Missouri including Greene, Stone, Taney, and Christian counties from our Springfield and Branson offices.
What distinguishes your firm from other Missouri law practices?
Our century-long legacy combines traditional values with modern legal strategies, offering cost-effective solutions informed by litigation and transactional experience.
How does your firm handle complex legal matters?
Our collaborative approach integrates specialized expertise across practice areas, ensuring comprehensive solutions for complex business, family, and individual legal challenges.
