Matthew Robert Miller

J. Matthew Miller began his legal career at Baird Lightner Millsap in 2001 and became a partner in the firm in 2007. He received his Juris Doctor from the University of Missouri and returned to Springfield to practice law. After 19 years of practicing with the firm, the retirement of his partners and another partner being appointed to the judicial bench, Mr. Miller established his own firm, continuing to offer zealous courtroom advocacy; advice and guidance from years of experience; and personal and focused attention to his clients. His practice includes Trial Practice, Family Law, Appellate Practice, and Mediation, and he has extensive experience with Guardianships, Conservatorships, and other related litigation. He is assisted by his paralegal, Sherrie Brown, who joined him from Baird Lightner Millsap. Mr. Miller has litigated over 60 cases in Missouri appellate courts. In 2014, he was awarded the David J. Dixon Appellate Advocacy Award by the Missouri Bar Association in recognition of outstanding achievement in appellate practice.Mr. Miller is dedicated to service in the church and community. He has provided pro bono representation to impoverished individuals through Legal Services of Southern Missouri since he began practicing law in 2001. He volunteers at the Springfield Community Men’s Homeless Shelter and enjoys coaching a baseball team for special needs individuals in the Springfield Miracle League.