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About David
Biography
DAVID earned his Bachelor of Science degree from Liberty University and graduated from the University of Missouri School of Law in 2003, after which time he served the citizens of the State of Missouri first as a law clerk for the Missouri Court of Appeals and then as an Assistant Greene County Prosecuting Attorney. He entered private practice with Ingold & Associates, LLC where he focused on estate planning and probate and trust litigation, then later formed the law firm of Imhof & Healy with Daniel W. Imhof. Following Mr. Imhof’s election as the 31st Circuit Greene County judge, David formed Healy & Healy in 2007 alongside his brother, Douglas. Here, David maintained a broad trial practice, ranging from criminal defense in state and federal trial courts and has litigated in federal courts of appeals. He also practiced civil litigation in the areas of personal injury matters, family, and juvenile matters, including contested adoption proceedings, and probate and trust litigation. David also performed a substantial amount of transactional work for a number of local businesses as well as estate planning for numerous southwest Missouri families during his time with Healy & Healy.
In January of 2014, David merged his practice with the practice of David N. Appleby, forming the firm of Appleby Healy, Attorneys at Law, P.C. David continues his representation of local southwest Missouri families while focusing his practice more on his clients’ estate planning needs.
David is a member of the Missouri Association of Trial Attorneys, Greene County Estate Planning Council, the Springfield Metropolitan Bar Association, the Christian County Bar Association, and the Missouri Bar. David also serves on the Board of Directors of the Springfield Pregnancy Care Center, is a member of the Ozark Main Street District, and is an active member of his church.David Healy primarily focuses on estate planning, probate, and corporate law.
David Healy's estate planning allows you to dictate what happens to your assets after passing.
David Healy and his team offer probate services to help settle a decadent's affairs.
David Healy's real estate services help you purchase, upkeep and sell land legally.
David Healy's corporate law work helps businesses protect and increase their assets.
Practice Areas
4
Practice Areas
Estate Planning
70%
23 years
Probate
20%
23 years
Business
5%
23 years
Real Estate
5%
Fees and Rates
Awards
Licenses
Licensed in Missouri for 23 years
State: Missouri
Acquired: 2003
No misconduct found
Location
Online Presence
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Posted by Jason | October 17, 2012
Reliable, hard working attorney in Springfield, MO
We have used David for a few items over the years, the largest being our estate plan. He spent considerable time with us reviewing all of our assets, discussing our wishes, and creating a comprehensive estate plan for us. He was very insightful, bringing to light many things we had never considered...
David A. Healy's Lawyer Endorsements
"I endorse David Healy for all estate planning needs. He has several years experience in this specific field. He is knowledgeable on trusts, special needs trusts, wills and probate. Many attorneys purport to do estate planning, but David Healy has the actual knowledge and experience to do it right."
"I endorse this lawyer."
"David Healy is a skilled and intelligent attorney with an excellent reputation in the legal community. I have known David for many years and have no hesitation in endorsing him."
"When I needed an estate plan prepared for my own family, I immediately called David Healy. The estate plan he devised was excellent and I could not be more pleased with the attention I received from his office. Since then, I have recommended him to friends and family who are in need of his expertise. I would recommend him to anyone without reservation."
"I endorse David. He is a highly skilled attorney that is well respected in the legal community."
"I endorse this lawyer without hesitation. He is a strong advocate in every sort of case he handles. I have worked with and against David on multiple different cases. I have found him to work harder and smarter than almost every attorney I know. He has an extensive knowledge of the law and is a strong force in the courtroom."
"I have known David since 2004 and am well aware of his abilities, particularly in the area of criminal law. I would have no hesitation recommending him."
"I endorse this lawyer. David worked for me in 2005-2006 in my estate planning practice. He quickly mastered new skills and transferred his talents as an experienced trial attorney to the estate litigation arena. Together we successfully prosecuted a fraud of marital rights case, thanks primarily to David's excellent presentation of the case at the bench trial. David possesses a solid knowledge of the law, has a great work ethic, and relates extremely well to clients. He is well respected by his peers in crimminal defense, estate planning, and general litigation."
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Experience
Honors
2020
Rising Star, Super Lawyers
2018
AV Preeminent Rated, Martindale-Hubbell
Work Experience
2014 - Present
Partner, Appleby Healy, Attorneys at Law, P.C.
2007 - Present
Partner, Healy & Healy, Attorneys at Law, LLC
2006 - 2006
Partner, Imhof & Healy
2005 - 2006
Associate, Ingold & Associates, LLC
2004 - 2005
Assistant Prosecuting Attorney, Greene County Prosecutor's Office
2003 - 2004
Law Clerk, Missouri Court Of Appeals Southern District
Associations
2017 - Present
Historic River District, Inc.Board of Directors
2014 - Present
Christian County Bar Association
2012 - Present
Pregnancy Care CenterBoard of Directors
2006 - Present
Greene County Estate Planning CouncilBoard of Directors
2004 - Present
Springfield Metropolitan Bar Foundation
2003 - Present
Missouri State Bar Association
2012 - 2014
Rotary Club of Springfield
2009 - 2016
Missouri Association of Criminal Defense LawyersBoard of Directors
Sample of Legal Cases
Estate of Lavon Schmidt; 14CT-PR00222
Trial verdict in favor of the Estate
Estate of William K. Webb; 312P05-00331
Following trial the annuity was ordered to be payable to Estate
Education
2003
University of Missouri School of Law
JD - Juris Doctor
N/A
Liberty University
BS - Bachelor of Science
Speaking Engagements
2012
Building Healthy Families
Special Needs Trusts
Languages
English
Activity
Legal Answers