Buchanan, Williams & O'Brien
Overview
Buchanan, Williams & O'Brien is a law firm in Springfield, Missouri, founded in 1984. Its attorneys handle all types of personal injury lawsuits for clients in Missouri and throughout the United States. It handles personal injury, workers' compensation, family law, medical malpractice, civil litigation, estate planning and probate, and criminal defense.
You can talk to the firm about car accidents, truck accidents, motorcycle accidents, pedestrian accidents, and bicycle accidents. It also has offices in Joplin, Missouri and Brentwood, Missouri.
Buchanan, Williams & O'Brien has 7 attorneys, including Charles Buchanan, Walter Williams, and Andrew Buchanan. The firm lists Supreme Court experience along with an AV Preeminent rating from Martindale-Hubbell among its credentials.
Looking for a personal injury lawyer in Springfield? Get in touch with the firm when you are ready, or compare it with other firms nearby first.
Every case is different, so when you speak to the firm, explain what happened and where, and ask whether they have handled matters like yours. It is also worth asking about deadlines, the documents you will need, fees and what happens next.
What Buchanan, Williams & O'Brien handles
These are the kinds of cases the firm says it handles. Not sure if yours fits? Ask the firm when you get in touch.
The team at Buchanan, Williams & O'Brien
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Buchanan, Williams & O'Brien reviews
Reviews from Google, shown in Google's own order, including the critical ones. 5.0 average from 68 reviews.
“I highly recommend Buchanan Williams & O’Brien! After my automobile accident, they were there to help me every step of the way. They handled the medical portion of my case quickly and efficiently, always kept me updated, and made sure I understood what was happening throughout the process.”
Read the full review on Google →“This was my first time having to hire an attorney, and let me tell you BWO was more than helpful, they were very informative and communicative throughout the whole process. I didn’t have to worry about much of anything, except healing/recovering.”
Read the full review on Google →“Franklin and Ashley are awesome.. I've used this firm for a couple different things. They kept me updated the whole way. Very happy with the outcomes. I have also referred other people, and whenever someone tells me of an issue they are the ones I tell them about..”
View on Google →“I had such a good experience working with Franklin and Colleen. Colleen checked in on us all the time. They really listened to what we wanted and didn’t try to push us for anything else. Thank you both!”
View on Google →“Update: 7-8-26 After about 3.5 months of collecting information and sending documents and pictures and the firm working on my case, I received an email telling me the firm was dropping my case. Rather than launch into a tirade and express discontent, I would like to be as objective as possible and give my thoughts.”
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What to expect
- The firm states that it offers a free consultation.
Before you contact Buchanan, Williams & O'Brien
Before your first call about your personal injury matter, jot down a short timeline of what happened, where it happened, any letters or notices you have received and your next deadline. If you already have an open case or claim, keep the case number handy, along with the name of the court, agency, insurer or other side. Write down what you want to achieve and the questions you want answered, so nothing gets missed. Hold on to your original documents until the firm tells you how to share them safely.
- Do you handle personal injury cases like mine in Missouri?
- Who would work on my case, and how will you keep me updated?
- Are there deadlines, notices or evidence I need to deal with right away?
- How do you charge, and will you explain consultation fees, retainers or hourly rates before any work starts?
Where the firm is
The firm's office is at 901 E St Louis St, Suite 402, Springfield, MO 65806.
Get directions →Frequently asked questions
Where is Buchanan, Williams & O'Brien located?
Buchanan, Williams & O'Brien is located in Springfield, Missouri.
What are Buchanan, Williams & O'Brien's practice areas?
Buchanan, Williams & O'Brien handles personal injury, workers' compensation, family law, medical malpractice, civil litigation, estate planning and probate, and criminal defense.
Who are the attorneys at Buchanan, Williams & O'Brien?
Buchanan, Williams & O'Brien has 7 attorneys, including Charles Buchanan, Walter Williams, and Andrew Buchanan.