Diane C. Howard

Diane C. Howard is a highly experienced attorney at The Limbaugh Firm, Attorneys at Law, with a long-standing career in family law, personnel and employment law, and education law. Since joining the firm in 1984, she has built a strong reputation for guiding clients through complex legal matters with clarity and care. Her work focuses on helping individuals, organizations, and institutions resolve legal challenges while ensuring fair outcomes and legal compliance across a wide range of cases.

Ms. Howard earned her B.S. in 1976 from Mississippi University for Women, graduating summa cum laude. She then obtained her J.D. in 1979 from St. Louis University. Her education reflects both academic excellence and a commitment to developing the knowledge and skills required to serve clients effectively in demanding areas of law.

Ms. Howard has an extensive legal career and leadership within professional organizations. She has served in key roles with The Missouri Bar, including the Young Lawyers Section Council, the Board of Governors, and the Family Law Section, where she served as Chair. Her involvement with the Missouri Council of School Attorneys, including serving as Chair, reflects her deep focus on education law and her ability to provide sound legal guidance to schools and institutions.

Diane C. Howard is committed to public service and professional excellence. She served in the United States Navy JAGC and continued in the Ready Reserve, retiring as a Captain. Through her legal work, training materials, and presentations, she has helped educate others and improve legal understanding. Her dedication to serving clients and the community has earned recognition for both her professional achievements and her contributions to civic organizations.

Law Office Affiliations

• Attorney, The Limbaugh Firm
• Member, Missouri Bar Association

Licensed State

• Missouri

Education

• St. Louis University
  Juris Doctor (JD)
• Mississippi University for Women
  BS with Summa Cum Laude

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