Layton & Southard, LLC is a distinguished law firm providing comprehensive legal services to clients throughout Cape Girardeau and Southeast Missouri. With a team of dedicated attorneys concentrating on specific practice areas, the firm stands out for its deep local roots, having served the community since 1972, and its commitment to connecting each client with a specialist suited to their unique legal needs.
The firm’s approach is built on a foundation of over 100 years of combined experience, high ethical standards, and a passion for advocating for clients through challenging legal processes. They prioritize clear communication, community involvement, and personalized service, making them a trusted resource for individuals, families, and businesses facing a wide array of legal issues across both personal and commercial matters.
Services Offered
- Personal Injury (car accidents, tractor-trailer wrecks, commercial vehicle accidents, motorcycle wrecks, ATV crashes, pedestrian accidents, wrongful death)
- Family Law (divorce, adoption, paternity, child custody, visitation)
- Estate Planning, Trusts & Probate (wills, trusts, Medicaid planning, asset protection, business succession planning)
- Real Estate (buying/selling residential or commercial property, lease drafting/negotiation, subdivision development, property disputes)
- Corporate/Business Law (contract drafting, business succession planning, business purchase negotiation)
- Criminal Defense (misdemeanor and felony charges, DWI/DUI, drug possession, assault, theft, domestic violence, probation violations)
Serving Cape Girardeau, Perryville, and the broader Southeast Missouri region, the firm is deeply embedded in the local community, sponsoring educational programs and supporting first responders through philanthropic initiatives. Their attorneys offer knowledgeable and compassionate representation tailored to each client’s circumstances.
