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Buchanan, Williams & O'Brien, P.C. Pro

4.9
74 reviews

1105 East 32nd Street, Suite 5, Joplin, MO 64804, U.S.A.

Personal Injury, Automobile Accidents And Injuries, Falls and 55 more

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About Buchanan, Williams & O'Brien, P.C.

Helping the injured with personal injury and workers' compensation for over 30 years. We are aggressive, zealous advocates for our client's rights. We focus on providing superior legal representation and exceptional personal service.

We are personal injury and workers' compensation attorneys. Our practice dates back over 30 years when Charles Buchanan and Walter Williams combined their law practices. For over 40 years, we have provided quality legal representation and exceptional personal service. We have earned a reputation for excellence. Charles has the highest rating (AV Preeminent) for ethics and legal ability given by Martindale Hubbell, which is the most prominent attorney rating service. This rating takes into account reviews from both clients and other attorneys and represents a reputation earned over decades of serving personal injury and workers' compensation clients.

We represent people who have suffered all types of injuries in all manner of accidents. In addition, we devote a substantial part of our practice to representing injured truck drivers. If you are an injured truck driver, see our injured trucker resources at www.hurttrucker.com. We also provide a broad range of other legal services, including family law (divorce and child custody), traffic law, and criminal law.

 

Buchanan, Williams & O'Brien, P.C. (Joplin, Missouri)
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Champion Badge Silver

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Champion Badge Gold

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Champion Badge Platinum

At least ten reviews and a score of 4.5 or higher.

Buchanan, Williams & O'Brien, P.C. got this award in 2021

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Buchanan, Williams & O'Brien, P.C. got this award in 2021

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Workers Compensation
Posted by anonymous
June 08, 2025
Hired Attorney Franklin Buchanan III

Franklin Buchanan III is a wonderful attorney. I would highly recommend him. He genuinely cares about his clients. He is a determined young man that works hard on each case. I will definitely be hiring Franklin Buchanan III again, if I am in need of his expertises.

Child Custody
Posted by Haven
June 01, 2025
Hired Law Firm

Working with Elizabeth was a great honor! She was an amazing communicator and helped me tremendously! I 100% recommend this law firm to anyone in need. Elizabeth was kind, caring, and, most of all, understanding. I am proud to say I worked with these wonderful people.

Traffic Violations
Posted by anonymous
August 02, 2024
Hired Attorney Franklin Buchanan III

Working with this Lawyer was a my pleasure!I was so satisfied in all ways with his service. If I am ever needing something I will be back to Franklin. I will definitely be recommending this firm to other people because of Franklin.

Response from Franklin Buchanan III
August 02, 2024
We appreciate your kind words. It would be our pleasure to assist you again and we always appreciate referrals.
Family Law
Posted by Sarah
March 01, 2024
Hired Attorney Emily Taylor

Having Emily in my corner was the absolute best experience I could have asked for! She takes interest in every detail, is upfront and honest, and communicates every step of the way in a timely manner! She values her morals and puts that into her work. 10/10 recommend her to anyone who needs a legal representative!

Family Law
Posted by anonymous
December 02, 2023
Hired Attorney Emily Taylor

She’s the whole package. Glad she was recommended to me. I’ll never use a different attorney or firm! I was treated with respect and every detail was laid out. What an experience that I didn’t know existed in Joplin.

Family Law
Posted by Kayla
November 30, 2023
Hired Attorney Emily Taylor

We were very happy with hiring Emily and would do again. She was very trustworthy, compassionate, professional and reliable which all are great characteristics to have in this profession. She moved mountains to help us win our case and I would highly recommend her!

Family Law
Posted by Rhonda
November 30, 2023
Hired Attorney Emily Taylor

She does not impose her knowledge on you. She doesnt say Just do what I say because I know more than you do about the subject. She listens to you and your opinion and bases her advise on your information tailored to you and the outcome you desire not just her opinion as to how it should be resolved. She does not dismiss your wishes or judge you for how you feel. I was so imporessed with her I tell people about her everytime anyone talks about Family law or actually anything they need a lawyer for because if she cant help you will direct you to who will. She is definitely the best attorney I have ever had the pleasure of dealing with!

 
Family Law
Posted by Nate
November 30, 2023
Hired Attorney Emily Taylor

Working with this lawyer was a great experience. Very professional as well as emphatic. She was there for me every step of the way. I would highly recommend giving Emily an opportunity to represent you during unfortunate times.

Family Law
Posted by anonymous
November 30, 2023
Hired Attorney Emily Taylor

Emily helped me get through my divorce. I am so appreciative of her help. She helped me feel like the biggest burden of my life so far was just a walk through. Her attitude and effort are amazing, and also she actually cares about people and their feelings. I have recommended her already and would again on a heart beat. Emily is always very professional and always on the ball. She is very empathetic and helpful as well.

 
Estate Planning
Posted by anonymous
November 30, 2023
Hired Attorney Emily Taylor

Setting up my estate plan was very easy along with Emily’s help! She was very explanatory on the whole process and my options. She is very knowledgeable and professional. Her expertise helped me to set me planned estate up exactly how it should be. I would recommend her to anyone!

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Areas of Law

  • Personal Injury 11
    • Automobile Accidents And Injuries
    • Wrongful Death
    • Motorcycle Accidents
    • Truck Accidents
    • Catastrophic Injury
    • Accidents At Work
    • Car Accidents While Working
    • Injury Caused By Co-Workers
    • Second Injury Fraud
    • Lifting Accidents
    • Death From Work Accident
  • Family Law 9
    • Injuries To Children
    • Divorce
    • Adoption Law
    • Child Support
    • Child Custody
    • Grandparent Visitation
    • Modification Of Custody
    • Alimony Of Maintenance
    • Divorce Mediation
  • Insurance 1
    • Insurance Claims
  • Medical Malpractice
  • Transportation 1
    • Car-Train Collisions
  • Legal Separation 1
    • Legal Separations
  • Debtor and Creditor 2
    • Collection Of Support
    • Creditors Rights
  • Workers Compensation
  • General Practice
  • Corporate Law 1
    • Corporate Planning
  • Business Law 2
    • Partnerships
    • Business Litigation
  • Leases and Leasing 1
    • Leases
  • Contracts 1
    • Real Estate Contracts
  • Wills and Probate 1
    • Probate
  • Torts 1
    • Business Torts
  • Litigation 1
    • Civil Litigation
  • Appellate Practice
  • Head and Spinal Injuries 1
    • Brain & Head Injuries
  • Products Liability 2
    • Burns & Explosion Injuries
    • Burns & Explosions
  • Trusts and Estates 1
    • Wills & Trusts
  • Other 14
    • Falls
    • Defective Products
    • Disability Claims
    • Claims For Medical Bills
    • Disfigurement
    • Injuries At Work
    • Division Of Property
    • Modification Of Support
    • Job Related Disease
    • Falls At Work
    • Defective Equipment
    • Heart Attacks At Work
    • Hearing Loss
    • Back & Neck Injuries

Office Details

  • Languages

    English
    Spanish

  • Payment Information
    Payment & Cost Features

    Fixed hourly rates
    Fixed fees available

    Accepted Credit Cards

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  • Video Calls

    Offers Video Calls

    Video Call Options

    Zoom

  • Firm History
    Year Established

    1981

  • State Bar Summary

    All members and Associates are members of the Missouri Bar.

  • Additional Links

    https://www.bwoattorneys.com/joplin/
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Contact Buchanan, Williams & O'Brien, P.C.

4.9
74 reviews

Corporate Center, 1105 East 32nd Street, Suite 5Joplin, MO 64804U.S.A.

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Office Hours:
  • Monday 08:00 AM - 05:00 PM
  • Tuesday 08:00 AM - 05:00 PM
  • Wednesday 08:00 AM - 05:00 PM
  • Thursday 08:00 AM - 05:00 PM
  • Friday 08:00 AM - 05:00 PM
  • Saturday By appointment
  • Sunday By appointment

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