Atty. James Robert Howard
James Robert Howard is a lawyer practicing insurance defense, arson and insurance fraud, subrogation and 3 other areas of law. James received a B.S. degree from Truman State University in 2001, and has been licensed for 21 years.
Arson And Insurance Fraud & More Attorney · Serving Columbia, MO · 21+ Years Experience
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About James Robert Howard at a Glance
James Robert Howard is a Partner based in Columbia, Missouri, practicing at Rogers, Ehrhardt and Weber, L.L.C.. They have 21+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 2005. Their practice focuses on estate planning, slip & fall, theft, litigation, and insurance. Admitted to practice in Missouri U.S. District Court, Eastern District of Missouri U.S. District Court, Western District of (2005). Educated at University of Missouri at Columbia School of Law (J.D., 2005) and Truman State University (B.S. Business, 2001). Serves clients in Columbia, MO and the surrounding metropolitan area.
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About James Robert Howard
- James Robert Howard is a lawyer practicing insurance defense, arson and insurance fraud, subrogation and 3 other areas of law
- James received a B.S. degree from Truman State University in 2001, and has been licensed for 21 years
- James practices at Rogers, Ehrhardt and Weber, L.L.C. in Columbia, MO
Practice Areas Explained
James Robert Howard's Areas of Legal Practice
Each practice area below reflects the types of cases James Robert Howard handles, with a practical overview of what that area of law involves and how it may apply to your situation in Columbia.
Estate Planning & Probate in Columbia
An estate planning attorney prepares wills, trusts, powers of attorney, and healthcare directives to protect your family and pass on your assets.
James Robert Howard is one of 224,789 estate planning attorneys indexed nationally. Browse estate planning attorneys in Missouri →
Slip & Fall / Premises Liability in Columbia
James Robert Howard is one of 29,187 slip & fall attorneys indexed nationally. Browse slip & fall attorneys in Missouri →
Theft & Property Crimes in Columbia
James Robert Howard is one of 5,818 theft attorneys indexed nationally. Browse theft attorneys in Missouri →
Civil Litigation in Columbia
Civil litigation attorneys for breach of contract, business disputes, civil rights, and class action lawsuits.
James Robert Howard is one of 450,750 litigation attorneys indexed nationally. Browse litigation attorneys in Missouri →
Insurance Law in Columbia
Insurance attorneys for coverage disputes, bad faith claims, denied claims, and policy disputes.
James Robert Howard is one of 120,903 insurance attorneys indexed nationally. Browse insurance attorneys in Missouri →
Jurisdictional Context
Why Local Counsel Matters in Columbia
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 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.
Columbia Courts and Legal Process
Choosing a Columbia-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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Professional Profile
Why Clients in Columbia Choose James Robert Howard
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 James Robert Howard's practice in the field of estate planning, slip & fall, theft, litigation, and insurance.
Decade-Tested Legal Experience
James Robert Howard brings 21+ years of hands-on legal practice — enough to have navigated the recurring fact patterns, procedural traps, and negotiation dynamics that shape case outcomes.
Broad Practice Area Coverage
Covering estate planning, slip & fall, and theft, James Robert Howard can address the full spectrum of a client's legal needs without requiring referrals to separate specialists for each issue.
Local Presence in Columbia
A Columbia-based practice means James Robert Howard attends hearings in the same courthouses, knows the local clerks, and understands the unwritten scheduling norms that affect every case filed here.
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Common Legal Issues James Robert Howard Handles in Columbia
Below is a representative sample of the types of matters James Robert Howard 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.
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