Business Details
42 Years
experience
Trusted Legal Representation in Southern Missouri
Privette Law Office has served Southern Missouri communities for nearly four decades with unwavering dedication to legal excellence. Our family of attorneys combines extensive courtroom experience with personalized attention to protect clients' rights in personal injury, employment law, workers' compensation, and civil litigation matters. We approach every case with dignity and compassion, prioritizing client needs while maintaining rigorous professional standards.Our track record demonstrates success in negotiating fair settlements and achieving favorable trial outcomes. We offer free consultations and operate on a contingency fee basis to ensure accessible legal representation. With offices in Willow Springs, we serve clients across Howell County, Greene County, Wright County, and surrounding areas.
Services
Personal Injury
Employment Law
Workers' Compensation
Civil Litigation
Criminal Defense
Estate Planning
Real Estate Law
Probate
Wrongful Death
Sexual Assault
Details
- Year established: 1984
Highlights and features
- We offer 40 years of combined legal experience in Southern Missouri
- Our attorneys prepare every case for trial to maximize settlement potential
- We provide personalized attention to each client's unique circumstances
- Our contingency fee structure ensures access to justice without upfront costs
- We serve 12 counties across Southern Missouri with local knowledge
What people say
Professional and efficient
Excellent service
Top notch attorneys
Helpful and caring
Successful case outcomes
Services
Personal Injury
Our personal injury attorneys represent clients in Southern Missouri who have suffered injuries from car accidents, workplace incidents, and medical malpractice. We pursue compensation for medical expenses, lost wages, and pain and suffering. Our team prepares every case for trial while negotiating aggressively for fair settlements.
Workers' Compensation
We help injured workers obtain medical treatment coverage and wage replacement benefits through Missouri's workers' compensation system. Our attorneys challenge denied claims and represent clients at hearings while they focus on recovery. We handle cases involving construction accidents and occupational illnesses.
Employment Law
Our employment law practice protects workers against discrimination, harassment, and wage theft in Southern Missouri. We handle wrongful termination cases and enforce rights under federal and state laws including Title VII and the Missouri Human Rights Act through settlements or litigation.
Civil Litigation
We represent plaintiffs and defendants in civil litigation matters including breach of contract and business disputes. Our attorneys handle cases from pre-trial negotiations through appellate proceedings, working to protect client interests in both settlement discussions and courtroom trials.
Criminal Defense
Our criminal defense team represents clients facing felony and misdemeanor charges across Southern Missouri. We provide aggressive representation for traffic violations, drug crimes, and DWI cases, working to minimize penalties and protect clients' futures through trial preparation and plea negotiations.
People
Zane A. Privette
Attorney
Experienced trial attorney with 40+ years of legal practice in Southern Missouri, specializing in personal injury and workers' compensation cases. Known for achieving favorable outcomes through courtroom advocacy and settlement negotiations.
Bailey Privette
Attorney
Dedicated employment law attorney protecting workers' rights in discrimination and wage violation cases. Combines legal expertise with compassionate client representation across Southern Missouri.
Margaret Wood
Staff
Supports legal teams with case management and client communication, ensuring efficient handling of personal injury and civil litigation matters at Privette Law Office.
Jennifer LeBeau
Staff
Provides administrative support to attorneys, maintaining the firm's reputation for professional service and client-focused legal representation in Southern Missouri.
Questions
What types of personal injury cases do you handle?
We handle car accidents, workplace injuries, medical malpractice, slip and fall cases, and other accident claims across Southern Missouri.
How much does a workers' compensation attorney cost?
We offer free consultations and work on a contingency fee basis - no payment until we win your case.
What should I do after a workplace injury?
Seek medical treatment, report the injury to your employer within 30 days, and contact our attorneys for guidance.
How long do I have to file a personal injury claim?
Missouri's statute of limitations is 5 years for personal injury claims and 2 years for medical malpractice cases.
Can I sue for workplace discrimination?
Yes, federal and Missouri state laws protect against employment discrimination based on protected characteristics.
Do you handle cases outside Willow Springs?
We serve clients throughout Southern Missouri including Springfield, West Plains, Joplin, and surrounding counties.