Litigation

J. Michael Payne has been a member of the firm since 1980. Mr. Payne maintains a general civil practice. In addition to handling a variety of litigation cases, he has extensive experience in bankruptcy matters. Mr. Payne is a member of The Missouri Bar and the National Association of Consumer Bankruptcy Attorneys. He received his […]

John D. Harding has specialized in injury cases and criminal defense for over twenty-five years. John chose these areas of law because he feels they best fit his legal skills to protect the rights of his clients and obtain the best possible result. John takes pride in representing those who are injured or facing criminal […]

Curtis O. Poore is a former Assistant United States Attorney and utilizes his expertise in the federal court system in the areas of criminal defense, personal injury and general civil litigation. From 1997 to 2001, Mr. Poore served as Municipal Judge for the City of Jackson. From 2007 to 2009, he served as an Alderman, […]

E. Dean White has been a member of the firm since 2004. Prior to joining the firm, Mr. White practiced law in Memphis, Tennessee for 28 years with Farris, Mathews, Branan, Bobango, Hellen & Dunlap. Mr. White practices in the areas of litigation, agricultural law and business law. He is a member of The Missouri […]