Atty. James E. Meadows

Atty. James E. Meadows

James Meadows focuses his practice on contract disputes, real estate claims, construction payment and defect claims, insurance coverage actions, and employment cases. As a former law clerk for the Supreme Court of Missouri, Mr.

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Profile Summary

About James E. Meadows at a glance

James E. Meadows is a real estate, estate litigation, and appellate attorney based in Springfield, Missouri, practicing at Carnahan Evans PC. Admitted to practice in Missouri, United States, United States, Court of Appeals for the Eight Circuit, and United States, District Court for the Western District of Missouri. Educated at University of Missouri School of Law (Columbia) (J.D., 2001) and Drury University (BA, 1998). Recognitions include Best Lawyers in America — Appellate Practice (2026), Best Lawyers in America — Litigation - Real Estate (2026), and Best Lawyers in America — Additional Areas of Practice: (2026). Serves clients in Springfield, MO and the surrounding metropolitan area.

Verified attorney profile · Updated June 2026

About

  • James Meadows focuses his practice on contract disputes, real estate claims, construction payment and defect claims, insurance coverage actions, and employment cases
  • As a former law clerk for the Supreme Court of Missouri, Mr. Meadows has handled high-profile state and federal appeals as a replacement for trial counsel as well as handling litigation from start through jury trial to a verdict himself

Practice Areas Explained

James E. Meadows's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases James E. Meadows handles, with a brief overview of what that area of law covers.

Real Estate Law

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

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Estate & Trust Litigation

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Appellate Practice

Appellate attorneys for civil and criminal appeals at state and federal court.

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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 Springfield 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.

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Frequently Asked

Common questions about James E. Meadows

Where is James E. Meadows's law office located?
James E. Meadows's law practice is located in Springfield, Missouri. The firm is Carnahan Evans PC. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does James E. Meadows handle?
James E. Meadows focuses on real estate, estate litigation, appellate. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Missouri.
Where did James E. Meadows go to law school?
James E. Meadows earned their education at (J.D., 2001); (BA, 1998).
How can I contact James E. Meadows for a consultation?
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What awards or recognition has James E. Meadows received?
James E. Meadows's notable recognition includes: Best Lawyers in America — Appellate Practice; Best Lawyers in America — Litigation - Real Estate; Best Lawyers in America — Additional Areas of Practice:; Best Lawyers in America — Commercial Litigation; Best Lawyers in America — Litigation - Construction.

Education

J.D.
University of Missouri School of Law (Columbia)
- 2001
BA
Drury University
- 1998

Awards

Best Lawyers in America — Appellate Practice
- 2026
Best Lawyers in America — Litigation - Real Estate
- 2026
Best Lawyers in America — Additional Areas of Practice:
- 2026
Best Lawyers in America — Commercial Litigation
- 2026
Best Lawyers in America — Litigation - Construction
- 2026
Best Lawyers in America — Real Estate Law
- 2026
Best Lawyers in America — Awards:
- 2026
Best Lawyers in America — Order of the Coif
- 2026
Best Lawyers in America — Associate Editor-in-Chief and Note and Comment Editor, Missouri Law Review
- 2026
Best Lawyers in America — Selected among The Best Lawyers in America, Appellate Practice, Litigation - Real Estate, 2016
- 2026
Best Lawyers in America — Selected for Missouri/Kansas Super Lawyers “Rising Stars”, 2012, 2013, 2015
- 2026
Best Lawyers in America — Martindale-Hubbell “AV Preeminent” Rating
- 2026
Best Lawyers in America — David J. Dixon Appellate Advocacy Award, Missouri Bar Foundation, 2009
- 2026
Lawyer of the Year — Appellate Practice, Springfield (MO)
- 2018

Bar Admissions

Missouri, United States
United States, Court of Appeals for the Eight Circuit
United States, District Court for the Western District of Missouri

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