About Barefield & Hayes, LLC — General Practice Springfield Missouri

Barefield & Hayes provides general practice Springfield residents have used for civil, family, and estate matters. Specifically, the firm serves Greene County clients with disputes, divorces, wills, and small-business questions. Because the 31st Judicial Circuit handles more than 38,000 new cases each year, court familiarity speeds matters along. As a result, clients move through routine filings without unnecessary delays.

The firm covers Springfield, Battlefield, Republic, and the broader Greene County area. Furthermore, attorneys handle filings at the Greene County Circuit Court at 1010 N Boonville Avenue. For more attorneys in Springfield, browse the directory.

What Clients Say

Greene County reviewers describe the firm as the local office that handles a working-family’s entire legal picture across decades — a closing, then a will, then a small-business filing — without restarting client intake each time. Clients consistently mention written fee quotes, real-estate closings completed within Springfield’s typical 30-day timeline, and quick referrals to specialists for complex litigation or appellate work.

General Practice Springfield — Practice Areas & Services

• Civil disputes and small-business matters in Greene County Circuit Court
• Family law including divorce, custody, and modifications
• Wills, trusts, and probate filings under Missouri Revised Statutes Chapter 473
• Real estate closings and deed work
• Landlord-tenant matters under Missouri Chapter 441
• Estate administration and contested probate matters

Frequently Asked Questions

Where are Springfield civil cases filed?

Civil cases go to the Greene County Circuit Court at 1010 N Boonville Avenue in Springfield, part of Missouri’s 31st Judicial Circuit. The court handles more than 38,000 new filings annually. Small claims under $5,000 use a streamlined process in the same court.

How much does a general practice lawyer cost in Springfield?

Hourly rates in Greene County typically run $200 to $350. Many routine matters — uncontested wills, simple contracts, or basic divorces — are flat-fee. A short consultation usually clarifies which fee approach fits.

How long does Missouri probate take?

Most uncontested Missouri estates close within nine to twelve months because the state requires a six-month creditor claims period. Small estates under $40,000 may use a simplified affidavit. A general practice attorney can shepherd most estates start to finish.