Your Trusted Law Firm in Springfield, Missouri
Providing Expert Transactional Law in the Ozarks
(417) 887-4170 | (888) 887-4170 | info@assertionlaw.com

Decades of Experience
Our Springfield-Focused Legal Services
New name, same trusted law firm.
Our law firm continues to serve the Springfield, Missouri community as 417 Business & Elder Law, while representing clients online and remotely throughout Missouri as Assertion Law Firm LLC.
We specialize in transactional law, which means we focus on preparing the legal paperwork and agreements you need. We can help you navigate a wide range of legal matters specific to our region, including Estate Planning, Elder Law, Probate & Trust Administration, Real Estate Law, and Business Law.
Our mission is to provide clear, straightforward, and focused legal support to help you achieve your goals. This approach is designed to give you peace of mind with meticulously crafted documents and expert counsel, ensuring your family, your business, and your future are secure.
Estate Planning in Springfield
Protecting Your Legacy
Every family and individual in Springfield, Missouri has a unique story and a unique set of needs. Our estate planning services are designed to help you write the next chapter with confidence.
We go beyond just preparing documents; we work with you to create a comprehensive plan that ensures your wishes are honored, your family is protected, and your assets are distributed smoothly. From drafting wills and trusts to establishing powers of attorney, our goal is to give you peace of mind knowing your legacy is secure.
Our law firm provides counsel to help you explore strategies for avoiding probate, planning for incapacity, and protecting disabled loved ones.

Wills and Trusts
Discover if a will or trust is right for you, and get expert advice on probate avoidance.
Powers of Attorney
Designate a trusted individual to make decisions for you if you’re ever unable to.
Irrevocable Trusts
Create advanced trusts to shield assets from creditors or long-term care expenses.
Special Needs Trusts
Establish a trust to safeguard government benefits for your disabled family members.
Elder Law in Springfield
Compassionate Legal Guidance for Seniors
Navigating the complexities of elder law can be a challenge, but you don’t have to do it alone. We offer compassionate legal counsel for seniors and their families in the Springfield area.
Let our attorneys help you with critical decisions like nursing home planning, Medicaid asset protection, and long-term care strategies. We provide legal consultations in Southwest Missouri addressing distribution of your assets after death as well as planning for future nursing home care, so you can feel confident and secure.
Our focus is on preserving your assets and ensuring you receive the care you need, allowing you to enjoy your golden years without legal worries.
Nursing Home Planning
Get clear legal guidance for long-term care planning.
Medicaid Asset Protection
Use an asset protection trust to safeguard your legacy.
Crisis Nursing Home
Even if a nursing home stay arises without warning, you may still shield assets through careful, last-minute legal steps.



Probate and Trust Administration in Springfield
Handling a Family Member's Estate
When a loved one passes away, the legal process of settling their estate can be overwhelming. We provide clear, effective guidance to help you through probate and trust administration.
The initial step in this process is to get a clear picture of your loved one’s financial situation. We will help you gather information on their assets, debts, and any existing documents, such as a will or trust. This assists us in determining if the estate needs to go through probate and how it will be administered.
Our lawyers assist clients in the Springfield Missouri area with trust administration matters and probate estates. If probate is necessary, we assist with the court process and all the necessary paperwork, but only for uncontested issues where everyone involved is in agreement.
Probate Estates
When probate is unavoidable, our skilled attorneys will guide you through it.
Small Estate
If the estate is below $40,000, we assist in settling it faster with less expense.
Trust Administration
Work with trusted attorneys to confirm proper administration of the Trust.
Real Estate Law in Springfield
Trusted Counsel for Real Estate Deals
Property transactions can take many different shapes, ranging from straightforward sales to more complex arrangements such as seller-financed purchases or lease-purchase agreements. Each situation calls for the right legal plan to safeguard your rights and investments.
Most real estate title matters and land-use concerns are resolved by preparing custom legal documents. These may include tailored leases for both residential rentals and commercial spaces. In Springfield and throughout southwest Missouri, our real estate attorneys draft the agreements you need and deliver clear, practical legal strategies designed around your specific circumstances.

Sale of Real Estate
Secure your property sale the right way with tailored legal guidance.
Real Estate Documents
Use deeds, easements, and customized documents to secure your property rights.
Lease Agreements
Legal counsel for residential landlords and commercial landlords or business tenants.


Business Law in Springfield
Legal Support and Custom Documents
The Springfield business community is vibrant and growing, and we are proud to be a part of it. We provide comprehensive legal support for your business, from formation to daily operations. Our services are focused on preparing the legal documents you need to protect your company’s interests and prevent future disputes.
We assist with business setup and operating agreements, contract drafting, sales and purchases of business interests, as well as intellectual property protection. This allows you to focus on what you do best: running and growing your business.
Business Setup
Secure your ownership interests with the correct paperwork.
Business Contracts
Prevent conflicts by using well-drafted contracts.
Business Transactions
Confidently transfer or acquire a business interest.
Trademarks
Defend your brand and business reputation with solid trademarks.
Contact Us to Schedule a Consultation
Our firm can assist with your transactional paperwork law matters. We have attorneys assisting clients with a multitude of different legal documents to provide guidance and give you peace of mind.
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