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Top Rated Springfield Criminal Defense Lawyers
Twibell Pierson Criminal Law in Springfield, MO is more than just a law firm. We’re your lifeline when times are tough. Our team of defense lawyers will fight hard for you. We provide strong defense strategies and personalized attention that every client needs.
We’ve spent many years successfully defending various charges in criminal law. We know criminal charges can be scary and life-changing. That’s why we work hard to lessen the impacts through our excellent legal services.
Our lawyers have a history of winning in court. We are upfront and honest with all individuals and potential clients about our evaluation of their case and the cost. We don’t just work with you, we stand by you. Your satisfaction is our main goal. Choose Twibell Pierson Criminal Law. When it comes to your defense, you deserve the very best.
Experience Matters
Why Hire Our Lawyers?
Regardless of whether you have been charged with municipal or federal crimes, our full-service law firm can help you! Are you dealing with traffic offenses, white-collar crimes, a DWI or drug crime, sexual assault, burglary, or a crime involving personal injury to others? If you need help with traffic ticket defense, drug crimes, or a variety of other types of misdemeanors or felony cases, whether it is in state or federal court, you won’t have to worry about whether your counsel is better in other areas of the law. Branden Twibell and Scott Pierson have extensive knowledge and many years of experience focusing solely on the legal practice of criminal defense law. Your case will be handled by a Springfield defense attorney with hundreds of criminal law cases in Missouri.
Helping Good People Navigate Bad Situations
Upfront Pricing
No Surprises
You will never see surprise charges at Twibell Pierson. You will know upfront what you will be spending on a Springfield Missouri criminal defense attorney with no hidden fees or added costs. From the first initial free consultation you will be given a price that will cover complete case representation. No added fees if your MO criminal law case takes longer to resolve than we anticipated.
Not just a number
Personalized attention from counsel
At Twibell Pierson your case matters! We believe that you can’t effectively represent clients and give quality legal advice without developing a close attorney-client relationship. Far too often, we hear from clients that their previous defense attorney never returned calls or that they could only talk to the paralegals or junior associate DWI attorneys. At our law firm, you work directly with a criminal defense lawyer partner as part of our motto of “client-focused, results-driven representation.” We want to be your lawyers in Springfield MO!
A Unique Method To Help Your Case
Our Two Door Approach to Crime Defense
You might be wondering what is going on with your case and what can you do to assist in your defense. Twibell Pierson Criminal Law’s Two Door Approach will inform you what is the attorney’s plan and how you can assist in your defense representation from working on sentencing items to discovery review. Our reviews speak to the effectiveness of our Two Door Approach.
What our clients say
Client Testimonials
No law firm could exist as long as Twibell Pierson without getting superb results for its clients. We evaluate every case for the best possible strategy to achieve a dismissal, an amendment to a lesser charge, or a ‘not guilty’ verdict in trial.
Kkaleec
17:17 03 Dec 24
Cole Roberts handled my case back in April and I was very impressed with his performance in the court room and he does a great job at communicating with his clients. You can call and text anytime and always get a response. Very professional.
Joyce G.
16:24 25 Nov 24
Thank you! Thank you! Thank you, Mr. Twibell!You and your legal team kept my son out of jail, and his case was dismissed!I'm a grateful mom in California!
Austin S.
16:04 25 Nov 24
Branden Twibell and his team are absolutely amazing! I was facing some pretty serious charges and he was able to have my case dismissed. Branden and his team are all very professional and knowledgeable. I have never had to deal with anything like this before and they were very comforting and... reassuring along the way and through the entire process. They are responsive and made me feel like they actually do care. I hope to never have to go through anything like this again, but if I do or know someone that does, I wouldn’t consider anyone anyone else! I highly recommend Branden Twibell and his team for any and all of your concerns! Do not hesitate or make the mistake of having anyone else represent you! If I could put 10-stars I would! Thank you for saving my life!read more
Vanessa B.
19:44 21 Nov 24
Whoa whoa whoa... stop what you are doing and write down this number. You don't need to browse anymore. He knows the courts intimately, AND actually returned the retainer fee he did not use. Honestly, I thought it would be gone, or at least a portion of it. Nope, he gave the whole thing back. Glad... my citation was not prosecuted, but I felt totally comfortable knowing this guy had my 6. Thank you, Thank you, Thank you, may God bless you with great abundance! Good reputations are not cheap.read more
YMA
21:05 15 Nov 24
Tuve el privilegio de trabajar con Cole Roberts en mi caso criminal, y se mostró de una manera más que eficiente, mostrando un interés sin igual en mi caso y atendiendo todas mis inquietudes, lo que recomendaría 100 % sus servicios!!!I had the privilege of working with Cole Roberts on my criminal... case, and he was more than efficient, showing unparalleled interest in my case and addressing all my concerns, which is why I would 100% recommend his services!!!read more
Marvin Germany (.
17:15 12 Nov 24
I had a case where I was looking at a lot of time in the jail. I don’t know the right words to even say to tell how great this law firm is. Branden kept me informed throughout the whole process. I’m not from Missouri and branden was able to get it to where I was able to still work and make money... during the process that I was going through with the court. Branden never lied to me. he told me everything no matter what the options bad or good. He was very upfront bottom of the line. There are not enough stars on this app to give this law firm I highly recommend them. Thank you again Branden for everything you’ve done.read more
Devin M.
23:15 05 Nov 24
Having hired multiple defense attorneys over the years, I’ve encountered a wide range of personalities and performance levels. Scott Pierson, however, stood out as exceptional in both character and results. From the outset, he impressed me with his down-to-earth approach and his determination to... secure a resolution. He was the only attorney I met with who gave me a strong, positive instinct about his ability to handle the case.True to his word, Scott delivered on every promise he made. He successfully secured the full dismissal of a DUI charge, marking the first such dismissal in Greene County in five years.I couldn’t be more pleased with the outcome. I would highly recommend Scott to any family or friend in need of legal representation.read more
dustin D.
02:24 05 Nov 24
Everybody I dealt with personally from Maghan to Cole Roberts were amazing. They definitely know what they are doing and kept me in the loop every step of the way. I would highly recommend them to anyone looking for legal services. I am so happy I contacted them!
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Meet our Crime Defense Attorneys
We’ve assembled an amazing team of Springfield criminal lawyers with a history of putting clients first and driving positive results for their legal issues. Read below to see more about our lawyers’ experience, local and national awards, and most importantly, their results.
Branden Twibell
Partner Lawyer
Branden has been recognized as a Super Lawyers: Rising Star, The National Trial Lawyers: Top 100 Criminal Defense Trial Lawyers, America's Top 100: Criminal Defense Attorneys, Lawyers of Distinction: Criminal Defense, and the American Institute of Criminal Law Attorneys: 10 Best Attorneys in Missouri, among others.
Scott Pierson
Partner Lawyer
Scott Pierson is an accomplished criminal defense attorney with a winning track record in trial experience. Scott has an established history of getting felony charges, such as drunk driving, dismissed and obtaining “Not Guilty” verdicts. He has lectured for the Missouri Bar, the Missouri Association of Criminal Defense Lawyers on topics ranging from expungements to driving while intoxicated offenses. As a result, he has become a “go to” serious criminal defense attorney in Springfield MO.
Bert Twibell
Partner Lawyer
Mr. Twibell's decades of practice have earned him a reputation as a top trial attorney and such honors and awards as being named a Super Lawyer, The Nation's Top One Percent, and AV Preeminent by Martindale-Hubble- the highest possible rating in both legal ability and ethical standards.
Kristie Pierce
Associate Attorney
Kristie Pierce joins the office with three years of experience practicing exclusively in criminal defense. Kristie considers it a privilege to walk her clients through the process of being charged with a crime and advocating on their behalf.
Experience Matters
Kristie has successfully negotiated dismissal on a habitual felony offender driving while intoxicated case. She has also obtained a “not guilty” verdict from a jury on a driving while intoxicated case for a repeat offender. She has also negotiated dismissals on numerous felony charges including stealing, burglary, forgery, assault, and possession of a controlled substance.
Bryan Delleville
Associate Attorney
Bryan grew up in St. Louis where he graduated from Chaminade High School. He attended Vanderbilt University in Nashville, TN where he received his bachelor’s degree in Political Science. Bryan returned home to Missouri for law school and got his Juris Doctorate from the University of Missouri in 2007. While in law school, Bryan interned...
Cole Roberts
Associate Attorney
Cole Roberts has always called the Ozarks home. After graduating high school, Cole attended Evangel University on a baseball and academic scholarship. He played four years of varsity baseball for Evangel, ultimately being named team captain, and honored as an Academic All-American. Cole also coached a summer for the 18u Midwest Marucci Baseball Club. In...
Battered Spouse Syndrome as a Legal Defense in Missouri:
As criminal defense attorneys at Twibell Pierson Criminal Law, we understand that the law must adapt to the complex realities of human behavior and the realities of domestic relationships. One such reality is domestic violence and the impact it has on the individuals who endure it. Battered Spouse Syndrome (BSS) is a psychological condition that…
Understanding Miranda Warnings in Missouri
The police didn’t read me my Miranda warnings! Do I win my case? What are my Miranda rights? If you’ve ever watched a crime drama on TV, you’ve probably heard an officer say, “You have the right to remain silent. Anything you say can and will be used against you in a court of law.”…
UNDERSTANDING THE ADMINISTRATIVE ACTIONS OF A DWI
Being charged with a Driving While Intoxicated (DWI) in Missouri not only carries serious criminal consequences, but will also have far-reaching ramifications on a clients driver’s license. Specifically, they will be facing a civil administrative action by the Department of Revenue to suspend or revoke their license entirely. This can seem like venturing into the…
RESTORING GUN RIGHTS AFTER AN EXPUNGEMENT:
On July 13, 2023, a Missouri Federal Court ruled that a Missouri Expungement, under RSMo. 610.140, fully restores a person’s right to buy and possess a firearm. Before this ruling, a person who received a Missouri expungement it was unclear whether the Federal Government would restore individuals’ constitutional gun rights. However, in the case of…
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