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Franklin E. Buchanan III

5.0
10 reviews

1105 East 32nd Street, Suite 5, Joplin, MO 64804

Personal Injury, Family Law, Estate Planning and 4 more

About Franklin E. Buchanan III

Franklin E. Buchanan III is a lawyer practicing personal injury, family law, estate planning and 4 other areas of law. Franklin received a Bachelor of Science, Business Administration with emphasis in Management degree from Missouri Southern State University, and has been licensed for 3 years. Franklin practices at Buchanan, Williams & O'Brien, P.C. in Joplin, MO.

 

Franklin E. Buchanan III (Joplin, Missouri)

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Franklin E. Buchanan III got this award in 2021

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Criminal Law
Posted by anonymous
June 27, 2025
Hired Attorney

I was able to talk with Franklin about a serious work matter. He was very kind in reaching out and giving clear opinions on how to best navigate the situation at hand. I was not sure how to go about protecting my family and alerting my higher ups of a situation, but Franklin helped explain the best practices for both.

Personal Injury
Posted by Ryan
June 23, 2025
Hired Attorney

Franklin was a phenomenal attorney for my personal injury case. He went above and beyond my expectations by a lot. He truly cared about my recovery and he took care of everything for me, so I could focus on regaining my health back. I had lots of questions and concerns and he listened and had a lot of patience with me. Elizabeth my case manager was also very helpful and kind to me and I felt that everyone in that office are amazing people . 10/10 recommend Buchanon, Williams and O’Brien for all legal matters

 
Trusts and Estates
Posted by Angela
June 14, 2025
Hired Attorney

Franklin Buchanan III has been extremely helpful with answering all of my various legal questions in a timely and professional manner. His exemplary work has exhibited that he possesses wisdom beyond his years.

Divorce
Posted by anonymous
June 12, 2025
Hired Attorney

Franklin Buchanan was great in helping me with all my questions and getting me the best results in my situation he answered and explained all to me all of the details i needed to know very professionally i would highly recommend him for all your lawyer needs!

Traffic Violations
Posted by anonymous
June 08, 2025
Hired Attorney

He is a great reference, knowledgeable on a diverse range of topics, and, most importantly of all, has an highly upstanding character. I’ve gone to him directly with everything for the last 4 years, and he has been amazing!

Workers Compensation
Posted by anonymous
June 08, 2025
Hired Attorney

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.

Civil Litigation
Posted by Bethany
June 08, 2025
Hired Attorney

Franklin is easy to work with. He is diligent in getting the job done effectively and efficiently, as well as communicating clearly in the process. I would recommend him as someone who you can establish secure trust in as he leads you to success.

Traffic Violations
Posted by anonymous
August 02, 2024
Hired Attorney

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
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 Jason
October 19, 2023
Hired Attorney

Working with Franklin was the best decision I have made in a long time!!! He has helped me get what I want in a very timely manner and is verily knowledgeable at what he does!!! He answered any questions that I had either over the phone or in person and responds in a very timely manner!!! I will highly encourage anyone that I know to use him in the future!!!

 
Civil Litigation
Posted by David
June 16, 2023
Hired Attorney

Franklin took over my case At Buchanan, Williams and O'brien in a civil courts matter and propmtly responded in an aggressive and responsive manner. Do to his expertise, research and attention to detail, the case was resolved without ever actually going to court. I would highly reccomend him to anyone looking for a dedicated, responsive and outcome oreintated attorney.

 

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Areas of Law

  • Personal Injury
  • Family Law
  • Trusts and Estates 1
    • Estate Planning
  • Criminal Law 1
    • Traffic Violations
  • Workers Compensation
  • Real Estate

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Experience

  • Bar Admission & Memberships
    Admissions
    2023, Kansas
    2023, Missouri
    2023, Oklahoma
  • Education & Certifications
    Law School
    University of Tulsa
    Class of 2022
    J.D.
    Traveling Trial Team
    Other Education
    Missouri Southern State University
    Bachelor of Science, Business Administration with emphasis in Management

Franklin E. Buchanan III

Attorney at Buchanan, Williams & O'Brien, P.C.
5.0
10 reviews

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

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    The practice area Franklin E. Buchanan, III spends the most time on is Personal Injury.
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    Buchanan, Williams & O'Brien, P.C. has 7 attorneys at this location.

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