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Directory of employment lawyers in Columbia, Missouri. Verify credentials with the state bar before hiring.
14 attorneys listed
Updated May 2026
Columbia, MO
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Showing 14 employment lawyers in Columbia, MO
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Harper Evans Hilbrenner & Netemeyer
401 Locust St #401, Columbia, MO 65201
(573) 442-1660 lawmissouri.com
Law Offices of Karen Kraus Bill, L.L.C.
1900 Providence Rd #315, Columbia, MO 65202
(573) 258-5051 lawofficesofkarenkrausbill.com
The Law Office of Chris Miller
1902 Corona Rd STE 200, Columbia, MO 65203
(573) 499-0200 centralmissourilegal.com
TGH Litigation
28 N 8th St #200, Columbia, MO 65201
(573) 696-5760 tghlitigation.com
Evans & Dixon, LLC
3621 Discovery Pkwy #107, Columbia, MO 65201
(573) 777-8823 evans-dixon-como.com
Thomas Law Offices
308 S 9th St ste 115 m, Columbia, MO 65201
(573) 273-3998 thomaslawoffices.com
Allen, Nelson & Wilson
515 N College Ave A, Columbia, MO 65201
(573) 441-2667 anwinjurylaw.com
Lear Werts LLP
103 Ripley St, Columbia, MO 65201
(573) 875-1991 learwerts.com
Vessell Bridges Murphy Law Offices
3901 S Providence Rd d, Columbia, MO 65203
(573) 777-4488 vbmlaw.com
Smith Lewis, LLP
111 S 9th St #200, Columbia, MO 65201
(573) 443-3141 smithlewis.com
MONTGOMERY LAW
813 E Walnut St Suite B, Columbia, MO 65201
(573) 484-8480 montgomeryworkcomp.com
Ford Parshall & Baker
3210 Bluff Creek Dr, Columbia, MO 65201
(573) 449-2613 fpb-law.com
Biesecker Dutkanych & Macer, LLC
303 N Stadium Blvd 2nd Floor, Columbia, MO 65203
(573) 267-4421 bdlegal.com
Moss Legal LC
3610 Buttonwood Dr #214, Columbia, MO 65201
(573) 777-4848
Employment lawyers in Columbia Missouri help workers and employers with issues like wrongful termination, workplace discrimination, and unpaid wages. Missouri is an at-will employment state, but there are important exceptions under state and federal law. Local attorneys can guide you through claims under the Missouri Human Rights Act or federal laws like Title VII.
What Does a Employment Lawyer in Columbia Cost?
Employment lawyers in Missouri often charge on a contingency fee basis, taking a percentage of any settlement or award, typically 25 to 40 percent. Some lawyers charge hourly rates ranging from $200 to $500 per hour. Initial consultations are often free or low cost. Costs vary by case complexity and location. 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 Columbia?
Employment lawyers handle cases involving wrongful termination, discrimination based on race or gender, sexual harassment, wage and hour disputes, and retaliation. They also assist with employment contracts and severance agreements.
How long do I have to file an employment claim in Missouri?
Under the Missouri Human Rights Act, you generally have 180 days to file a charge of discrimination with the Missouri Commission on Human Rights. For federal claims under Title VII, you have 300 days to file with the EEOC.
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