Jeffrey H. Blaylock

Jeffrey H. Blaylock brings decades of litigation experience to the practice of law, with a career focused on defending individuals and organizations in high-stakes disputes. His work reflects a steady commitment to careful legal analysis, courtroom preparation, and practical solutions for complex legal challenges across Missouri and federal courts.

Jeffrey began his academic journey at the University of Missouri in Columbia. He earned a Bachelors of Science, Business Administration in 1983, building a foundation in business principles. He later completed his J.D. in 1986 at the University of Missouri School of Law, where he developed strong litigation and research skills.

Jeffrey entered the legal profession in 1986 and has devoted the vast majority of his career to litigation. With 90% of his practice devoted to litigation, he has consistently handled contested matters that require detailed preparation, strategic thinking, and confidence in courtroom advocacy at both state and federal levels.

Jeffrey regularly represents individuals and companies in a wide range of defense matters. His experience includes personal injury defense, employment discrimination claims, civil rights litigation, insurance defense, and actions involving law enforcement officers and municipalities, requiring a balanced understanding of legal risk and procedural precision.

Jeffrey is admitted to practice in Missouri and before the U.S. Court of Appeals 8th Circuit and the U.S. District Court Western District of Missouri. He is a repeat presenter on Employment Discrimination issues for the Council on Education in Management and frequently conducts inhouse seminars for private and public employers.

Jeffrey maintains active involvement in professional legal organizations, including the American Bar Association, The Missouri Bar, the Missouri Organization of Defense Lawyers, and the Boone County Bar Association. His professional standing is further reflected through his AV rating by Martindale Hubbell.

Jeffrey H. Blaylock is known for a litigation-focused practice built on experience, consistency, and disciplined legal strategy. His long-standing dedication to defense litigation has allowed him to guide clients through challenging disputes while maintaining clarity, professionalism, and steady advocacy from case evaluation through resolution.

Law Office Affiliations

• Partner, Ford, Parshall & Baker, L.L.C.
• Member, Missouri Bar
• Member, Missouri Organization of Defense Lawyers
• Member, Boone County Bar Association
• Member, American Bar Association

Licensed State

• Missouri

Education

• University of Missouri School of Law
  Juris Doctor (JD)
• University of Missouri
  Bachelor of Science (BS)

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