James Matthew Poe

James Matthew Poe

also known as James M Poe

4.8
Rating: 7.6

Licensed for 19 years

Consumer protection Lawyer at Springfield, MO
Practice Areas: Consumer Protection, Bankruptcy & Debt, Business ... +2 more

3804 S. Fremont Ave, Springfield, MO

About James

Biography

Practice Areas

5

Practice Areas

Business 20%

17 years

20%
Real Estate 20%

17 years

20%

Fees and Rates

Cost

Free Consultation

$0 first 30 minutes

Retainer

Sometimes


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

Poe Law, LLC

3804 S. Fremont Ave, Springfield, MO, 65804

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James Matthew Poe's Reviews

Avvo Review Score

4.8 /5.0

12 Client Reviews

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Showing 1 - 5 of 10 reviews | 5 stars

Posted by Dale | January 30, 2018 | Hired Attorney | Lawsuits & Disputes

Happy client.

Mr. James Poe provided professionalism while maintaining personal-ism throughout our case. That is to say he accomplished beyond expectations while maintaining a personal touch. He listened to our concerns, responding in a direct to the point manor and addressed our situation greatly to our benefit. ...Working with James has restored my faith in the profession.

Posted by Dick | July 12, 2017 | Hired Attorney

Outstanding Attorney Service

I have to tell you, I know a good number of attorneys, many fine men and women. What separates James Poe from the pack is his real understanding of real world. He couches his counsel in the reality of the client's context. I highly recommend him.

Posted by anonymous | February 15, 2017 | Hired Attorney | Bankruptcy & Debt

James Poe - An Attorney With Purpose

In 2006, my construction company built a luxury spec home. Upon completion, a Realtor was hired. But after 2 years of maintaining the loan, the decision was made to look for a short sale, but it wasn't to be. Unfortunately, my wife and I had used credit cards during this time to keep the compan...y and ourselves afloat. Even after the foreclosure, the company and my family struggled to make the credit card payments, and finally came to the point of not making them at all. When the threats came, we went to Attorney James Poe. He listened to our story and immediately began to give us hope. And it was affordable hope! I would recommend James to anyone struggling with financial debt. He was attentive and understanding to our needs, fully explained our rights as consumers, and quickly outlined a plan to free us from the relentless pursuit of giant law firms hired by huge corporations to intimidate consumers who were caught off-guard in the an unforeseen recession. In the end, James conveyed to us the feeling that...WE...didn't fail, the economy did. That's a huge difference.

Posted by Chandra | February 08, 2017 | Hired Attorney

Bankruptcy

He fulfilled all that he said he would and was very professional in the process!

Posted by Susan | February 08, 2017 | Hired Attorney | Bankruptcy & Debt

Wonderful, Experienced Bankruptcy Lawyer

My husband and I found ourselves in Mr. Poe's office a couple years ago after the combination of his serious illness and our poor choices had lead us into crushing debt. I had simply picked Mr. Poe's name out of the phone book so I had no idea what to expect. He did an amazing job working with us s...tep by step. We were very nervous and stressed about our situation. He patiently answered all of our questions. He was very thorough in spelling out all the aspects of what bankruptcy can mean. Everything was handled professionally and in a timely manner. It turned out to be a great experience for us and an absolute game changer in how we live our lives. I believe Mr. Poe's handling of our case really had a great deal of influence on changing our perspective on things. We are so thankful that a random pick from the phone book turned into such a positive life altering experience. We are now debt free and credit card free and doing better financially than we ever have-- and we are even making less money and yet have more cash to spend. My husband and I highly recommend Mr. Poe if you are looking for an experienced, highly competent, and straightforward attorney.

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Samuel Coring

Bankruptcy and debt lawyer | May 14

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I have been acquainted with Mr. Poe from the time he first began his law practice. He has developed a good reputation with his legal colleagues. I have had occasion to observe him representing his clients in U.S. Bankruptcy Court and I can honestly say he is prepared, diligent, and obviously knowledgeable in this area of law. I would endorse his services to others."

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Gregory Cade

Bankruptcy and debt lawyer | Feb 09

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Matthew is a highly skilled, diligent and knowledgeable attorney who is well-known in the legal community for his outstanding professionalism. He was able to obtain satisfactory results even for clients whose cases were incredibly difficult by dedicating his time and effort to achieve the best results. I certainly endorse this lawyer and have no doubt he will be of great help to anyone seeking legal advice or representation within his main areas of practice."

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Experience

Rating:  7.6 (Very Good)

Honors

2017

Client's Choice, Avvo

2017

Appointment as Attorney Advisor, Western District of Missouri

2017

Top Attorney Rating, AVVO

2014

Certificate of Service, Legal Services of Southern Missouri

2006

Certification as a Guardian Ad Litem, Missouri Bar

2001

Most Outstanding Senior, East Carolina University

Work Experience

2021 - Present

Attorney, Poe Law, LLC

2009 - 2021

Attorney, Law Office of James M. Poe, LLC

2008 - 2009

Attorney, Haden, Cowherd & Bullock, LLC

2006 - 2008

Assistant Prosecuting Attorney, Taney County Prosecutor's Office

Associations

2009 - Present

Commercial/Insolvency Committee for Springfield Metropolitan Bar Association

Member

2008 - Present

United States District Court for the Western District of Missouri

Member

2008 - Present

United States Bankruptcy Court, Western District of Missouri

Member

2006 - Present

Missouri State Bar Association

Member

2006 - Present

Springfield Metropolitan Bar Association

Member

2018 - 2018

WHHA

President

2014 - 2017

Attorney Advisory Committee - United States Bankruptcy Court for the Western District of Missouri

Member

Sample of Legal Cases

Dismissal of Multi-Plaintiff Prevailing Wage Violation Lawsuit

Dismissal in Favor of Client

Settled Copyright Infringement Case

Neutralized Serial Copyright Infringement Filer with Nominal Out of Court Settlement

Qualified Spousal Trust as Multi-Million Dollar Asset Shield

Shielded Millions in Assets Otherwise Available to Client Judgment Creditors

Settlement of 2M lawsuit for less than 10 percent

Settled for less than 10 percent in favor of Client

Restructured Parent Corporation with 8 subsidiaries

Increased Protection of Assets and Generational Business Estate Planning for Client

Obtained Jury Verdict for Plaintiff for Contractor's Fraud

Jury Verdict in Favor of Client

Chapter 11 Reorganization of Prominent Hotel Franchise (Contested)

Successful Reorganization

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Education

2005

Regent University School of Law

JD - Juris Doctor

2001

East Carolina University

BA - Bachelor of Arts

Speaking Engagements

2020

Spring 2020

Bankruptcy

2019

Law Seminar

Tips and Tricks in Chapter 13

2012

American Society of Women Accountants

Bankruptcy Primer for Accountants

Publications

2016

Missouri Lawyers Weekly Jury Verdict

Languages

English

Activity

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