Law Firm Overview

For nearly 25 years of combined practice, Gary E. Brotherton and Amy M. Bartholow, Attorneys and Counselors at Law, have brought a high standard of excellence to the courtroom. They have successfully defended clients facing a variety of legal problems. Whether you're facing the death penalty, a fine or a loss of custody, Gary and Amy will bring to your case the highest degree of excellence along with their experience. In 1998, Gary won the David J. Dixon Award for excellance in appellate advocacy; and, in 2003-2004, Amy argued and won Missouri v. Seibert in the United States Supreme Court. With a BV rating by Martindale-Hubbell, Legal Writes offers you not only appellate expertise, but also unsurpassed ethics.

No case is too big or too small. Lawyers at Legal Writes represent clients on death row, clients facing a fine and clients coping with divorce and custody. Our dedication, diligence and devotion will leave you secure in the knowledge that your voice is being heard.

Legal Writes also has its own mental health professional on staff. Linda P. Wohleber, M.A., brought her nearly 12 years experience to Legal Writes in 2005. You will get to know Linda very quickly as she assembles information that will advance your case.

Our practice extends throughout the state of Missouri -- Kansas City, St. Louis, Columbia, Jefferson City, Springfield, St. Joseph, Cape Girardeau, Joplin, Kirksville, Hannibal and more.

Areas of Practice

• Adoption
• Child Support
• Class Actions -- Plaintiff
• Criminal Law
• Custody & Visitation
• Divorce
• Family Law
• Legal Malpractice
• Litigation & Appeals
• White Collar Crimes

West Practice Categories

Class Actions -- Plaintiff, Criminal Law, White Collar Crimes, Family Law, Adoption, Child Support, Custody & Visitation, Divorce, Litigation & Appeals, Legal Malpractice