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Client Focused. Results Driven.
Top Springfield Lawyer – Criminal Defense
In this day and age, it is logical to be concerned about receiving a felony charge for a criminal offense and, if that happens to you or a loved one, you will need to make a very important decision about retaining the services of an experienced criminal defense lawyer. At Twibell Pierson you will know what to expect with client-focused and result-driven representation by our lawyers.
Our firm strives to earn your trust from the first time you contact our law office, via our contact form or by calling our office, all the way to the final disposition of your case. We are upfront and honest with all potential clients about our evaluation of their case and the cost. And we work diligently to represent clients in a manner that ensures they are put in the best possible position to achieve their goals.
Experience Matters
Why Hire Our Lawyers?
Regardless of whether you have been charged with a white collar crime, a DWI, sexual assault, or other types of felony cases, you won’t have to worry about whether your attorney is better in other areas of the law. Branden Twibell and Scott Pierson have years of experience focusing solely on criminal defense law. Your case will be handled by a Springfield defense attorney with hundreds of cases of experience, so rest assured that your state and federal cases will be good in hands.
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
At Twibell Pierson your case matters! We believe that you can’t effectively represent clients 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 defense lawyer partner as part of our motto of “client-focused, result driven representation.” We want to be your lawyers in Springfield MO!
A Unique Method To Help Your Case
Our Two Door Approach
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.
Lilli F.
21:23 12 Jun 21
Mr. Pierson is a wonderful attorney. My case was different than most and he told me he would be able to help me and he did just that. He kept me in the loop, providing updates the whole time and never let me feel in the dark. No question, if you're looking for someone who is going to take care of... any issue you have to his best ability than Scott Pierson is your guy.read more
Tony S.
06:36 22 May 21
Branden is the tenacious bulldog that you need on your side. He'll go to battle for you and never ask for anything--just as King David fought Goliath.
Barry B.
21:11 19 May 21
Our son was fortunate to have Branden as his attorney, he was able get a very fair outcome to his situation. Branden kept us informed along the way and showed a genuine concern for all involved. We appreciate all that he did.
John H.
16:44 07 Mar 21
Scott Pierson was unbelievably patient and professional with an unfortunate situation in my life. He was able to get an outcome that has forever changed my life. I would highly recommend Scott to anyone needing someone who will fight for what’s right but also is bluntly honest along the way.
Scott H.
02:13 05 Mar 21
I would so recommend the elevator ride to the sixteenth floor to do a sit down with Mr. Twibell!His law Office is very professional! Got a DWIwhich could of been a felony, walked out with amisdemeanor! Always good about making sure I understood everything. Glad I had the opportunityto have met... him! Knowledgeable, in his professionFor sure!!!!Thank you for everything!Scott and Debbieread more
Johnson F.
14:12 03 Mar 21
It was a tough time for myself and my family to get through. He was understanding, giving a listening ear. Branden was very professional, prompt and most of all transparent with his ability to do right by his client. I would highly recommend to anyone within the Springfield, MO area.
Shellie S.
22:47 17 Feb 21
Brandon was efficient and always kept me updated in my case. He always told me in a professional yet simple way so I could understand everythiing I was signing.I would tell anyone needing legal advice to go talk with Brandon TwibellI believe he's one of the hardest working attorneys in... Springfieldread more
mary E.
21:53 09 Feb 21
Brandon handled my case professionally and was so very easy to work with. He always got back to me in a timely manner, and gave excellent advice. He is kind, so smart and gets great results. I would hate to be on the other team for sure! I will tell anyone needing a attorney to call him first.
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The Area's Best Defense Lawyers
Meet our 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.
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