Atty. Chad Ray Caraker

Atty. Chad Ray Caraker

Mr. Chad Ray Caraker is a lawyer practicing business planning, estate planning and trusts, tax law and 2 other areas of law.

Columbia Columbia 28 yrs experience 28 year
Call (573) 657-5755 Book Appointment

Profile Summary

About Chad Ray Caraker at a glance

Chad Ray Caraker is a Member based in Columbia, Missouri, practicing at Caraker Law Firm, P.C.. They have 28+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1998. Their practice focuses on trusts, estate planning, business, and tax. Admitted to practice in Missouri (1998), Colorado (2009), and Texas (2014). Educated at University of Missouri (J.D., 1998) and University of Illinois (B.A., 1994). Active member of Boone County and American Bar Associations The Missouri Bar. Serands clients in Columbia, MO and the surrounding metropolitan area.

Verified attorney profile · Updated June 2026

About

  • Mr. Chad Ray Caraker is a lawyer practicing business planning, estate planning and trusts, tax law and 2 other areas of law
  • Chad received a B.A. degree from University of Illinois in 1994, and has been licensed for 28 years
  • Chad practices at Caraker Law Firm, P.C. in Columbia, MO

Practice Areas Explained

Chad Ray Caraker's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Chad Ray Caraker handles, with a brief overview of what that area of law covers.

Trusts

Chad Ray Caraker is one of 104,171 trusts attorneys indexed nationally. Browse trusts attorneys in Missouri →

Estate Planning & Probate

An estate planning attorney prepares wills, trusts, powers of attorney, and healthcare directives to protect your family and pass on your assets.

Chad Ray Caraker is one of 226,536 estate planning attorneys indexed nationally. Browse estate planning attorneys in Missouri →

Business & Corporate Law

Business attorneys advise founders and growing companies on entity formation, contracts, financing, M&A, and dispute resolution.

Chad Ray Caraker is one of 501,317 business attorneys indexed nationally. Browse business attorneys in Missouri →

Tax Law

Tax attorneys handle IRS audits, tax debt, international tax, estate planning, and tax court litigation.

Chad Ray Caraker is one of 85,302 tax attorneys indexed nationally. Browse tax 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 Columbia 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.

Looking for additional Missouri attorneys? Browse all attorneys in Columbia or all attorneys in Missouri.

Frequently Asked

Common questions about Chad Ray Caraker

Where is Chad Ray Caraker's law office located?
Chad Ray Caraker's law practice is located in Columbia, Missouri. The firm is Caraker Law Firm, P.C.. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Chad Ray Caraker handle?
Chad Ray Caraker focuses on trusts, estate planning, business, tax. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Missouri.
How long has Chad Ray Caraker practiced law?
Chad Ray Caraker has 28+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1998.
Where did Chad Ray Caraker go to law school?
Chad Ray Caraker earned their education at (J.D., 1998); (B.A., 1994).
How can I contact Chad Ray Caraker for a consultation?
You can contact Chad Ray Caraker 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.

Education

J.D.
University of Missouri
- 1998
B.A.
University of Illinois
- 1994

Bar Admissions

Missouri
Admitted: 1998
Colorado
Admitted: 2009
Texas
Admitted: 2014

Reviews

These reviews belong to platform users; they do not constitute advertisement or promotion for the attorney. Opinions are published for informational purposes only.

No reviews yet.