Brandi L. Ward

Brandi L. Ward

5.0
Rating: 8.3

Licensed for 19 years

Personal injury Lawyer at Branson, MO
Practice Areas: Personal Injury, Car Accidents, Divorce & Separation ... +2 more

500 W. Main St., Ste. 203, Branson, MO

About Brandi

Biography

Practice Areas

5

Practice Areas

Personal Injury 35%

21 years | 1,000 cases

35%
Car Accident 30%

21 years | 1,000 cases

30%
Divorce and Separation 15%

21 years | 1,000 cases

15%

Fees and Rates

Cost

Hourly Rates

$ 100-250 per hour

Contingency

20%-50%


Payment Methods

  • Cash
  • Check
  • Credit Card

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Licenses

Licensed in Missouri for 19 years

State: Missouri

Acquired: 2006

Good Standing, Active

No misconduct found

Location

Ward Law Firm

500 W. Main St., Ste. 203, Branson, MO, 65616

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Brandi L. Ward's Reviews

Avvo Review Score

5.0 /5.0

9 Client Reviews

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Showing 1 - 4 of 4 reviews | Child Custody

Posted by Kathy | June 05, 2016 | Hired Attorney | Child Custody

Excellent Attorney

First, I love that one of her handouts at the first meeting mentioned giving her an "honest review" at the end of the court case because that means she is asking for reviews from anyone and not just people who tell her they like her. Now, as for her representation I am very relieved she is the one t...he court picked because she took great care of them. She was very easy to talk to and we could tell she cared about our grandbabies right from the start. They even ask for her still sometimes. I will say at one point I was very upset with her because we didn't understand one of her decisions but it turned out to be the right thing and my daughter saw that in the end. She is very tough on parents and expects them to do the right thing for there kids and its the tough love we should have had and maybe this wouldn't have ever happenned. I will hire her for sure if I ever need a lawyer but I hope I never need one!

Posted by anonymous | December 09, 2014 | Child Custody

confident

After years of avoiding a custody battle I had no choice, I went to see Brandi. No one wants to be sitting in that situation, but unfortunately it happens. Brandi was very knowledgeable, organized, and made me feel confident in her. I put my trust into her and came out a big win :)

Posted by Adrianna | December 08, 2014 | Child Custody

She went above and beyond

Brandi Smith is a wonderful lawyer. She is sensible and understanding. She is swift and takes action quickly. Brandi helped me get custody of my son in a few short months. Brandi Smith is extremely proffessional and I would recommend her to anyone who needs a consistent attourney to help you w...in your case. She has many clients, but she is responsive and makes time for all of them. 5 stars Brandi, you earned it! - One very satisfied client

Posted by Nick | October 31, 2014 | Child Custody

trustworthy Brandi

Brandi was awesome in our child custody.we went in worried and walk out a feeling relieved and confident. That she would take care of things. She did. Took less time and less money then what she thought it would. We prevailed! She's awesome!

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Brandi L. Ward's Lawyer Endorsements

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Joshua Garrett

Personal injury lawyer | Nov 03

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"When it comes to any personal injury case I handle, if I have a question, Brandi is my first call when any issues come up. Her breadth of knowledge is shocking. Not only is she knowledgable regarding this aspect of the law, she also goes to great lengths to get the best for her clients regardless of the area of the law."

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Michael Horn

Divorce and separation lawyer | Nov 03

Relationship: Opposing Counsel on matter

"In our geographic area, there are only a handful of well-qualified family law attorneys. Brandi is among them. She administers a well-staffed, professional office. In our dealings, she has earned my respect by zealously representing her clients' interests."

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Rickey Farrow

Unknown lawyer | Jan 28

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer."

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Shelley Bishop

Divorce and separation lawyer | Nov 01

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I highly endorse this lawyer. Brandi Smith is very knowledgeable in all family law matters and works diligently to obtain the best outcome for her clients. I would not hesitate to send a client to Brandi if they needed representation in her geographical area and I recommend without hesitation that anyone needing a divorce, child custody, or child support matter hire her."

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Experience

Rating:  8.3 (Excellent)

Honors

2007

Rising Young Women Attorneys, Who's Who Legal

Work Experience

2013 - Present

Attorney/Owner, Ward Law Firm

2005 - 2013

Attorney, The Copeland Law Firm

Associations

2011 - Present

Springfield Metropolitan Bar Association

Member

2011 - Present

Missouri Association of Trial Attorneys

Member

2010 - Present

Taney County Bar Association

Member

2006 - Present

Missouri Bar

Member

2006 - 2011

Boone County Bar Association

Member

Sample of Legal Cases

Various Jury & Bench Trials

Won

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Education

2006

University of Missouri - Columbia School of Law

JD - Juris Doctor

Speaking Engagements

2011

Domestic Violence Outreach & Prevention Program

Domestic Violence in Missouri

Publications

Languages

English

Activity

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