Atty. Cody D. Samples

Atty. Cody D. Samples

Cody D. Samples is a lawyer practicing dui & dwi, estate planning, divorce & separation and 5 other areas of law.

Cape Girardeau Cape Girardeau 9 yrs experience 9 year
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Divorce & Separation & More Attorney · Serving Cape Girardeau, MO · 9+ Years Experience

Profile Summary

About Cody D. Samples at a Glance

Cody D. Samples is an Associate based in Cape Girardeau, Missouri, practicing at Bradshaw, Steele, Cochrane, Berens & Billmeyer, L.C.. They have 9+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 2017. Their practice focuses on dui/dwi, divorce, probate, criminal defense, and estate planning. Admitted to practice in Missouri (2017). Educated at University of Mississippi School of Law (JD, 2017). Serves clients in Cape Girardeau, MO and the surrounding metropolitan area.

Verified attorney profile · Updated October 2026

About Cody D. Samples

  • Cody D. Samples is a lawyer practicing dui & dwi, estate planning, divorce & separation and 5 other areas of law
  • Cody has been licensed for 9 years
  • Cody practices at Bradshaw, Steele, Cochrane, Berens & Billmeyer, L.C. in Cape Girardeau, MO

Practice Areas Explained

Cody D. Samples's Areas of Legal Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Cody D. Samples handles, with a practical overview of what that area of law involves and how it may apply to your situation in Cape Girardeau.

DUI / DWI Defense in Cape Girardeau

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Divorce in Cape Girardeau

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Probate in Cape Girardeau

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Criminal Defense in Cape Girardeau

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Estate Planning & Probate in Cape Girardeau

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

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Jurisdictional Context

Why Local Counsel Matters in Cape Girardeau

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 Cape Girardeau 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 venue, 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.

Cape Girardeau Courts and Legal Process

Choosing a Cape Girardeau-based attorney means your counsel already knows the local docketing timelines, preferred filing formats, and how individual judges typically rule on procedural motions — details that only come from practicing in this jurisdiction day after day. That local familiarity can translate to better strategy, faster filings, and fewer costly surprises.

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Frequently Asked

Common Questions About Cody D. Samples

Where is Cody D. Samples's law office located?
Cody D. Samples's law practice is located in Cape Girardeau, Missouri. The firm is Bradshaw, Steele, Cochrane, Berens & Billmeyer, L.C.. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Cody D. Samples handle?
Cody D. Samples focuses on dui/dwi, divorce, probate, criminal defense, estate planning. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Missouri.
How long has Cody D. Samples practiced law?
Cody D. Samples has 9+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 2017.
Where did Cody D. Samples go to law school?
Cody D. Samples earned their education at (JD, 2017).
How can I contact Cody D. Samples for a consultation?
You can contact Cody D. Samples 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.

Professional Profile

Why Clients in Cape Girardeau Choose Cody D. Samples

Selecting an attorney is one of the most consequential decisions you can make when a legal matter arises. Below are the core qualities that distinguish Cody D. Samples's practice in the field of dui/dwi, divorce, probate, criminal defense, and estate planning.

9+ Years of Legal Practice

With 9 years in the profession, Cody D. Samples has developed the procedural fluency and courtroom instincts that come from handling real cases under real deadlines.

Broad Practice Area Coverage

Covering dui/dwi, divorce, and probate, Cody D. Samples can address the full spectrum of a client's legal needs without requiring referrals to separate specialists for each issue.

Local Presence in Cape Girardeau

A Cape Girardeau-based practice means Cody D. Samples attends hearings in the same courthouses, knows the local clerks, and understands the unwritten scheduling norms that affect every case filed here.

Case Types

Common Legal Issues Cody D. Samples Handles in Cape Girardeau

Below is a representative sample of the types of matters Cody D. Samples has experience with under Missouri law. If your situation involves one of these case categories, this attorney may be well positioned to help you understand your options.

Last wills and testaments
Estate Planning
Revocable living trusts
Estate Planning
Powers of attorney
Estate Planning
Probate proceedings
Estate Planning

This list is illustrative, not exhaustive. Contact Cody D. Samples directly to discuss the specifics of your situation.

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Education & Law School Background

JD
University of Mississippi School of Law
- 2017

Bar Admissions & Licensed Jurisdictions

Missouri
Admitted: 2017

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