Jared Stilley

Jared Stilley is a Joplin, Missouri attorney and founder whose practice focuses on criminal defense and personal injury. His work includes DUI and DWI, drug crimes, violent and sex crimes, property offenses, other criminal matters, and injury claims. He helps clients address investigations, charges, trial decisions, plea questions, and case strategy with practical guidance, direct communication, and strong courtroom preparation.

Stilley earned a J.D. from the University of Arkansas School of Law in 2004. He received a B.S. from Missouri Southern State College in 2000. His education supports a practice built on legal analysis, advocacy, trial preparation, and practical problem solving. That background helps him evaluate criminal allegations, prepare defense strategies, review evidence, and explain legal options to clients facing serious charges or injury-related concerns.

Stilley began his legal career as an assistant prosecuting attorney for Jasper County, where he developed trial skills and learned how prosecutors prepare cases. He later entered private practice and became a partner at a local general practice law firm. In 2016, he opened Stilley Law and built a trial-focused criminal defense practice handling significant and complicated cases in Southern Missouri.

Jared Stilley was admitted to the Missouri State Bar in 2004. His recognition includes The National Trial Lawyers Top 100 Trial Attorneys, The National Academy of Criminal Defense Attorneys Top Ten, Favorite of the Four States Lawyer, and Top Attorney recognition from Show Me the Ozarks. Stilley helps clients approach criminal defense and injury matters with preparation, strategic judgment, and a clear focus on protecting client interests.

Law Office Affiliations

• Founder & Managing Attorney, Stilley Law
• Member, The National Academy of Criminal Defense Attorneys
• Member, National Trial Lawyers
• Member, Missouri Bar Association

Licensed State

• Missouri

Education

• University of Arkansas School of Law
  Juris Doctor (JD)
• Missouri Southern State College
  Bachelor of Science (BS)

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