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John Lister Whiteside

Licensed for 41 years

Probate Lawyer at Columbia, MO
Practice Areas: Probate

Columbia, MO

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Licensed in Missouri for 41 years

State: Missouri

Acquired: 1984

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Law Offices of John Lister Whiteside

Columbia, MO, 65203

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Posted by anonymous | February 10, 2025 | Lawsuits & Disputes

Don’t waste your time

I called John Whiteside several times and left several messages. Mr. Whiteside never returned my calls and never answered the phone. Apparently he was my court appointed lawyer. It’s been over a week and I still have not heard from him.

Posted by Michelle/Michelle | April 11, 2017

My Mom's attorney

John, was absolute treasure to meet and his knowledge is outstanding. He is a man of justice, not greed. He was able to actually listen when needed and give honest opinions of our situation without jeopardizing any confidential information. He was tactful and his actions and determination to do what ...was right was very obvious in his technique and voice. All around one the the top 10 people in the professional world that I have ever met!! A professional attorney with a heart and not a ounce of greed in his blood....

Posted by anonymous | November 26, 2014 | Lawsuits & Disputes

not complete

Mr. Whiteside failed to review all interseted parties in my father in laws case. He didnt recognize a con artist. If he would have done his due diligence maybe he would be been so quick be coned. My matter of opinion.

Posted by Michelle | June 19, 2012 | Criminal Defense

RUN AWAY

John Whiteside was my brother's court appointed attorney. I was notified of his court date the afternoon prior to his court appearance the next morning. I was told by several patient's family members not to use John Whiteside's services but given the short notice decided I had very little choice. We ...had met with John for maybe 10-15 minutes that afternoon during which he continuously tried to convince my brother to agree with the petition and take the judge's sentencing even though my brother had already made it clear he wanted to fight the case. I told John that I would be appearing in court and wanted a chance to speak. During the court appearance John did not give permission for me to speak nor did he fight for my brother's case. Please take my advice and speak with an attorney who will sit with you for more than 15 minutes and takes the time to hear your side so they can properly represent you. My brother has a mental illness and would of been better off representing himself!!!

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