Services
LITIGATION
EC&H attorneys handle divorces, many of which involve complex issues in the division of property, child custody, and alimony. Our attorneys also litigate paternity cases, adoptions and a wide variety of domestic cases.
EC&H represents cities and counties, school districts, as well as private clients litigating against the
government in administrative proceedings and litigation. Attorneys in the
firm are also experienced in condemnation proceedings.
Members of the firm handle probate and guardianship proceedings in all Missouri Courts. Our attorneys are experienced at minimizing the time and expense involved in winding up a decedent’s estate as well as creating innovative solutions to complex estate disputes. Ellis, Cupps & Herrin is an experienced advocate for trustees, beneficiaries, executors and other fiduciaries in will and trust contests and estate litigation.
EC&H handles Personal Injury, Wrongful Death and Uninsured Motorist Claims. If you or a loved one have been injured in an accident, one of our attorneys will sit down with you and give you an honest evaluation of your claim.
There is no charge for an attorney in the office to review and evaluate your claim. Almost all clients choose to have their claims handled by the firm on a contingency fee basis. Under this fee arrangement you will pay an attorney’s fee only if your claim is successfully prosecuted.
Attorneys at EC&H represent stakeholders in construction projects and have successfully prosecuted and defended construction litigation, including mechanics liens.
EC&H has combined decades of experience representing clients in land disputes, including boundary disputes, quiet title and adverse possession from the trial to Supreme Court level.
ESTATE PLANNING
Trusts are not just for the rich or elite. Attorneys in our firm routinely prepare trusts for “average” clients wanting to protect their loved ones from waste and bad choices, to reduce taxes, to protect assets from creditors. Let us help you determine if a trust is right for you.
Who will get your hard-earned property when you die? Do not leave it to chance. Our attorneys can advise you on Missouri probate laws and help you to set out your wishes clearly and effectively.
Attorneys at EC&H prepare healthcare and durable Powers-of-Attorney documents, tailoring them to your needs as the client.
Our attorneys have extensive experience helping families who have a loved one entering nursing care.
EC&H attorneys prepare beneficiary deeds and other non-probate transfer documents aimed at minimizing the time and expense of generational transfers of property.
REAL ESTATE
Ellis, Cupps & Herrin represents buyers and sellers in real estate transactions from preliminary negotiations through closing.
Farmers are major contributors to our local economy. Attorneys in our firm assist clients with farm, equipment, material and produce sales and leases.
EC&H advises and represents clients in land use and zoning disputes. Our firm also has a track record of representing clients before the zoning commissions and litigating zoning matters.
Attorneys in our firm represent landlords throughout the leasing relationship, preparing lease agreements tailored to protect your interests. Our attorneys also assist with termination and litigating landlord-tenant disputes if they arise.
Members of the firm frequently serve as trustees on deeds of trusts and conduct foreclosures on behalf of banks and individuals.
BUSINESS SERVICES
Do you want to start a business? Attorneys in the firm will listen to your plan and goals, discuss alternatives and advise you on your best option.
EC&H regularly helps clients sell and purchase businesses. Members of our firm draft documentation to ensure that our client’s positions are adequately secured.
MEDIATION & ARBITRATION
EC&H Attorney Donald Cupps is an experienced mediator in commercial and domestic litigation. If you have been ordered to mediate or believe that your case could benefit from mediation, let us help you.
Our attorneys advise on arbitration agreements and can represent clients in arbitration proceedings. If you have received notice of arbitration, or are considering signing an arbitration agreement, our attorneys have the skill and experience to assist you.
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