Law Office of the Ozarks

I had the opportunity to work with Andrea Pate during a very challenging time, and I couldn't have asked for better representation. Even with her busy schedule, she made time to take on my case and immediately showed her commitment. From the very first hearing onward, Andrea proved herself to be professional, transparent, and incredibly dedicated. She explains things in a way that's easy to understand, even when it's not what you want to hear, because she's honest and straightforward. Andrea is confident, compassionate, and truly fights for her clients. Her staff in both Springfield and Reeds Spring are knowledgeable, responsive, and genuinely caring -- no matter who I spoke with, they were always familiar with my case and ready to help. Andrea is tough, passionate, and has a huge heart when it comes to fighting for families. Absolutely five-star service.

Our experience with Alexis Jordan has raised serious concerns about her professionalism, neutrality, and commitment to the child's best interests. Despite being presented with extensive, credible evidence from the child's school, healthcare provider, and a licensed private investigator--showing chronic school absenteeism, missed medical appointments, and the child not residing with the custodial parent--the GAL ultimately reversed her initial concerns offering no justification for the change. The father, who brought these matters to the court's attention through the appropriate means was unfairly dismissed throughout the process. Since the case concluded, the situation has only worsened. The child, now 13, was failing multiple classes and had the worst attendance in school--issues that only began to improve after the father stepped in and began holding them accountable. Additionally, the child has obtained illegal piercings and a stick-and-poke tattoo while under the mother's care, further highlighting the unsafe and unstable environment. Compounding these failures, they now routinely attempt to undermine the father's court-ordered parenting time through deception--another issue Alexis ignored despite extensive evidence. At the conclusion of the case, both parties were charged additional fees, yet the GAL never provided a written report or even a summary of her findings despite multiple requests. After waiting a sufficient amount of time to see if this situation would improve due to Alexis's claim that there were no true concerns - except the email address the information was sent from - we can confirm that the concerns were valid and still are. We will be looking into proper channels to report this Guardian Ad Litem so she cannot cause such negative outcomes in the future.

Elizabeth has been a God send. She is compassionate, intelligent, SO resourceful and tenacious! No matter what or who I need her services for she is punctual, responsive, attentive & decisive. She is friendly to all she works with and I have been impressed with her knowledge of the law and how it can and can't be applied. I refer everyone that needs help with legal issues to Elizabeth. I have nothing but shining reviews and full confidence in her legally & as an amazing human!

I've unfortunately have needed a lawyer for the past 7 years. I changed lawyers multiple time before I was referred to Andrea. To put it simply, she's the best, she actually cares about her clients and does her job very well! She's exceptionally well prepared and remembered all the small, but important details regarding my case. Andrea is also very good at explaining legal situations in a way you can understand and talking you off the ledge when things seem bad. Anyone going through or who has been through a difficult divorce knows what I mean. I cannot say enough good things about Andrea and the professionals she has in her network. Andrea got me through a lot, I consider her part of my family at this point. Once you get to know her you will understand. My only regret was not knowing about Andrea and hiring her earlier. If your reading this because you need a lawyer, hire Andrea, I promise you will be happy you did!

Couldn't comment on one attorney, so leaving it here. Can't speak for the whole office, but ms satchell tried to do her job, only to fall very flat. Anyone who says they love family law, doesn't love family. Any attorney who works in family law will tell you how awful it actually is, because it's not in the best interest of the most vulnerable, our children, yet she speaks about how much she loves family law. Weird flex. Has weird notions around coparenting and will laugh when shown hard evidence and refuse to look at it.