About Ford, Parshall & Baker, L.L.C.

Ford, Parshall & Baker, L.L.C. has provided trusted legal services across Missouri since 1976, building a reputation for excellence in litigation and defense. With 270 years of combined legal experience, the law firm represents individuals, companies, insurance carriers, medical institutions, and public entities in complex and high-stakes matters. A long record of successful outcomes and respected courtroom advocacy has earned recognition throughout Columbia, mid-Missouri, St. Louis, Kansas City, and beyond. National standing and consistent peer recognition reflect a tradition of ethical practice and strategic representation.

Ford, Parshall & Baker, L.L.C., provides comprehensive counsel across numerous practice areas. Representation includes appeals, employment law, insurance defense, medical malpractice defense, personal injury, professional licensing and liability defense, and public entity and municipality defense. The firm also handles real estate and construction law, business law, civil litigation, workers’ compensation, wrongful death, health care and nursing home matters, mediation and negotiation, and wills, estates, and trusts. The firm is nationally recognized and has been named a “Best Law Firm” by U.S. News & World Report since 2011. An AV Preeminent rating and recognition by A.M. Best as a Recommended Insurance law firm further demonstrate professional excellence and integrity.

Ford, Parshall & Baker, L.L.C. approaches every matter with careful preparation and strategic focus. Each attorney brings distinct experience and skill, allowing the law firm to address complex legal challenges with depth and precision. Thorough analysis, clear communication, and disciplined advocacy form the foundation of effective representation in trial and appellate courts. This method ensures that legal strategies align with client priorities while protecting sensitive information.

Ford, Parshall & Baker, L.L.C. remains committed to delivering high-quality counsel grounded in professionalism and trust. Confidentiality, responsiveness, and attention to detail guide every stage of representation. A longstanding dedication to service, combined with recognized legal strength, continues to define the firm’s legacy across Missouri.

Practice Areas

Employment Law
  • Employee And Management Policies
  • Employee Handbooks
  • Confidentiality Agreements
  • Non-Compete Agreements
  • Employee Investigations
  • Wrongful Discharge Claims
  • Discrimination Claims
  • Claims Regarding Sexual Harassment And Hostile Work Environment
  • Training And Issues Involving The Americans With Disabilities Act, The Family Medical Leave Act, And Other Anti-Discrimination Laws
  • Personnel Records
  • Employee Compliance, Discipline And Termination
  • Workers’ Compensation
Lawsuits & Disputes
  • Insurance Defense
  • Professional Licensing Defense
  • Public Entity & Municipality Defense
  • Civil Litigation
  • Mediation And Negotiation
  • Professional Liability Defense
Personal Injury
  • Medical Malpractice
  • Motor Vehicle Accidents
  • Tractor Trailer, Bus And Other Commercial Transportation Vehicles
  • Collisions Involving Over-The-Road Or Long-Haul Drivers Subject To Special Federal And State Laws
  • Cases Involving Closed Head Injury, Traumatic Brain Injury, Soft Tissue Damage And Burn Injuries
  • Claims For Emotional Distress
  • Premises Liability
  • Slip And Fall Claims
  • On-The-Job Injuries
  • Formal Demands For Damages
  • Claims Against Nursing Homes
  • Wrongful Death And Lost Chance Claims
  • Nursing Homes
Real Estate & Construction Law
  • Negotiating And Drafting Purchase And Sale Agreements
  • Preparing Deeds Of Trust, Development Agreements, Construction Bids And Contracts, Mortgage Notes, Leases And Title Documents
  • Drafting And Reviewing Contracts, Including General Contractor And Subcontractor Agreements
  • Working With Parties To Resolve Disputes That Could Slow Or Stall A Project
  • Assisting With Zoning Matters, Including Obtaining Zoning Variances And Appearing At Hearings In Front Of Local Commissions
Estate Planning
  • Wills
  • Living Trusts
  • Succession Planning
  • Estate Administration
  • Advanced Health Care Directives
  • Powers Of Attorney
Business Law
  • Creating Corporations, Limited Liability Companies, And Other Types Of Business Entities
  • Preparing Operating Agreements
  • Issues Related To Financing And Funding Business Operations
  • Employee Personnel Matters
  • Drafting Sale And Purchase Agreements
  • Risk Management Procedures
  • Business Dissolution
  • Identification Of Potential Liability Issues In Company Websites And Social Media Accounts
  • Health Care

Fees

  • Accepts Credit Cards

Office location for Ford, Parshall & Baker, L.L.C.

Ford, Parshall & Baker, L.L.C.

3210 Bluff Creek Dr, Columbia, MO 65201