Atty. Brian David Hively

Atty. Brian David Hively

Brian David Hively is a lawyer practicing general practice, litigation, personal injury and 3 other areas of law. Brian received a B.S.B.A. degree from University of Missouri at Columbia in 1981, and has been licensed for 42 years.

Kennett Kennett 42 yrs experience 42 year
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About Brian David Hively at a glance

Brian David Hively is a Member based in Kennett, Missouri, practicing at Welman, Hively Godley, LLP. They have 42+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1984. Their practice focuses on personal injury, real estate, workers comp, creditor rights, and litigation. Admitted to practice in Tennessee (1984), U.S. District Court, Western District of Tennessee (1984), Missouri (1994), and U.S. District Court, Eastern District of Missouri (1995). Educated at Vanderbilt University (J.D., 1984) and University of Missouri at Columbia (B.S.B.A., 1981). Recognitions include BV Distinguished. Active member of Memphis, Shelby County, Dunklin County, and Tennessee Bar Associations The Missouri Bar. Serands clients in Kennett, MO and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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About

  • Brian David Hively is a lawyer practicing general practice, litigation, personal injury and 3 other areas of law
  • Brian received a B.S.B.A. degree from University of Missouri at Columbia in 1981, and has been licensed for 42 years
  • Brian practices at Welman, Hively Godley, LLP in Kennett, MO and 1 other location

Practice Areas Explained

Brian David Hively's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Brian David Hively handles, with a brief overview of what that area of law covers.

Personal Injury

Personal injury attorneys help accident victims recover compensation for medical bills, lost wages, and pain & suffering. Most work on contingency — no fee unless you win.

Brian David Hively is one of 264,852 personal injury attorneys indexed nationally. Browse personal injury attorneys in Missouri →

Real Estate Law

Real estate attorneys handle home purchases, sales, commercial transactions, title disputes, and landlord-tenant matters.

Brian David Hively is one of 316,149 real estate attorneys indexed nationally. Browse real estate attorneys in Missouri →

Workers Compensation

Workers compensation lawyers help injured workers get medical care, lost wages, and disability benefits. Free consult, no fee unless you win.

Brian David Hively is one of 55,389 workers comp attorneys indexed nationally. Browse workers comp attorneys in Missouri →

Creditor Rights & Collections

Brian David Hively is one of 42,948 creditor rights attorneys indexed nationally. Browse creditor rights attorneys in Missouri →

Civil Litigation

Civil litigation attorneys for breach of contract, business disputes, civil rights, and class action lawsuits.

Brian David Hively is one of 454,532 litigation attorneys indexed nationally. Browse litigation attorneys in Missouri →

Jurisdictional Context

Why local counsel matters in Missouri

Practicing law in Missouri. Legal matters in Missouri are governed by state-specific rules of civil and criminal procedure, statutes of limitations, and substantive law. Cases originating in Kennett are typically filed in the local municipal court or the appropriate Missouri state district court, depending on subject matter and amount in controversy. An attorney licensed in Missouri brings working knowledge of local procedural deadlines, judicial practices in this andnue, and the substantive law that applies to cases brought here. Out-of-state attorneys generally cannot represent clients in Missouri courts without local counsel or pro hac vice admission.

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Frequently Asked

Common questions about Brian David Hively

Where is Brian David Hively's law office located?
Brian David Hively's law practice is located in Kennett, Missouri. The firm is Welman, Hively Godley, LLP. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Brian David Hively handle?
Brian David Hively focuses on personal injury, real estate, workers comp, creditor rights, litigation. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Missouri.
How long has Brian David Hively practiced law?
Brian David Hively has 42+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1984.
Where did Brian David Hively go to law school?
Brian David Hively earned their education at (J.D., 1984); (B.S.B.A., 1981).
How can I contact Brian David Hively for a consultation?
You can contact Brian David Hively directly through this profile page. Click "Ask the Attorney" to submit a question, or "Schedule a Consultation" to book a meeting. Most claimed-profile attorneys respond within one business day.
What awards or recognition has Brian David Hively received?
Brian David Hively's notable recognition includes: BV Distinguished.

Education

J.D.
Vanderbilt University
- 1984
B.S.B.A.
University of Missouri at Columbia
- 1981

Awards

BV Distinguished

Bar Admissions

Tennessee
Admitted: 1984
U.S. District Court, Western District of Tennessee
Admitted: 1984
Missouri
Admitted: 1994
U.S. District Court, Eastern District of Missouri
Admitted: 1995

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