Best Medical Malpractice Lawyers in Cape Girardeau, MO

19 firms listed · 9 in Cape Girardeau · 1 open 24/7 · 3 open weekends · 13 rated 4.5+

Data verified October 18, 2026

Cook Barkett Ponder & Wolz

Cook Barkett Ponder & Wolz

(40)
  • Resources
  • Expertise
  • Case
“When the settlement finalized and the numbers were ultimately disclosed, the amount that they got for the client was significantly higher than I had ever imagined.”
In Business Since 2010
1610 N Kingshighway St #201, Cape Girardeau, MO
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Allen Moss, Attorney at Law

Allen Moss, Attorney at Law

(7)
“Knows what he's doing and cares about his clients.”
BBB Rating: A+
In Business Since 1997
Accepts All Major Credit Cards
1471 N Kingshighway St, Cape Girardeau, MO
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Birk Law Firm

Birk Law Firm

(21)
  • Stars
  • Messages
  • Questions
“Birk Law Firm has provided me with assistance countless times professionally and personally and always offers the most professional and convenient experience.”
Accepts All Major Credit Cards
In Business Since 2002
Free Initial Consultation
2851 Professional Ct C, Cape Girardeau, MO
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Michael L Jackson LC

Michael L Jackson LC

(13)
  • Children
  • Money
  • Criminal
“I have been using Mike for 14 years criminal and family court he has always bent over backwards for me in a few situations I feel as if he saved my life and my childrens..”
BBB Rating: A+
In Business Since 2016
Accepts All Major Credit Cards
1028 N Kingshighway St UNIT 1, Cape Girardeau, MO
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Lanzotti & Rau

Lanzotti & Rau

(12)
“It was an incredibly difficult time for our family in accepting his prognosis, the financial stress associated with the loss of paycheck and to make matters worse – the confusing the overwhelming SSI process.”
Free Initial Consultation
In Business Since 2014
615 N Broadview St, Cape Girardeau, MO
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Rice Spaeth Summers

Rice Spaeth Summers

(5)
“Darrell Jenkins has Ben nothing less than truly amazing .”
In Business Since 1998
160 S Broadview St #4, Cape Girardeau, MO
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Shown here are 19 firms listed for Cape Girardeau, MO that take medical malpractice work. What each says about its clinical caseload, consultations and fees is taken from its own website; the ratings and quoted comments come from public reviews.

Area overview: Cape Girardeau, MO

Of the 19 firms we list here, 9 are in Cape Girardeau itself and 10 come from towns including Carbondale, IL (4, 34 mi), Marion, IL (3, 45 mi) and Jackson (1, 7 mi). The firms on this page are rated from 4.2 to 5.0 across 449 reviews; 2 have 50 or more reviews and 13 are rated 4.5 or higher. When clients rate these firms on specific qualities, they most often praise professionalism (96%), responsiveness (76%) and value (52%). 1 is open around the clock and 3 are open on weekends. The practice areas the firms on this page list most often on their websites are medical malpractice (5), personal injury (5), car accidents (4), truck accidents (4) and motorcycle accidents (3). 4 have a BBB rating of A or A+. Domain records put 14 websites of the firms on this page at ten or more years old; the oldest dates from 1996. 1 offers urgent consultations and 8 offer a free initial consultation. We have a website on file for 17 of the firms on this page; 15 publish a contact page and 6 list a public email. We count these figures across the firms on this page; distances are straight-line, and hours and prices change, so confirm the details with the firm before you book a consultation.

Why do some medical negligence firms sit outside Cape Girardeau?

9 of the 19 firms carry an address in Cape Girardeau. The remaining cards come from other towns. Malpractice work is specialized, so people often travel or work remotely with a firm that handles the particular kind of care involved.

Johnson, Schneider & Ferrell

Johnson, Schneider & Ferrell

(8)
“Knowledgable”
Accepts All Major Credit Cards
In Business Since 2003
Free Initial Consultation
212 Main St, Cape Girardeau, MO
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Curtis O. Poore

Curtis O. Poore

(1)
“The negative review is from a person who was adverse in a case I handled.”
In Business Since 2002
407 N Kingshighway St # 400, Cape Girardeau, MO
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Derrick R. Williams, Attorney & Counselor at Law

Derrick R. Williams, Attorney & Counselor at Law

(4)
“This attorney literally saves lives!”
1200 N Kingshighway St Suite 204, Cape Girardeau, MO
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The Lichtenegger Law Firm

The Lichtenegger Law Firm

(24)
  • Legal Advice
“He got my case taken care of quickly and efficiently and his communication was frequent, to keep me updated on what was going on with my divorce proceedings.”
Free Initial Consultation
BBB Accredited
In Business Since 1977
Accepts Check, Debit, Cash, All Major Credit Cards, Insurance, Travelers checks
Jackson, MO · 7 mi from Cape Girardeau
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Olson & Reeves, Attorneys at Law

Olson & Reeves, Attorneys at Law

(1)
“Very professional, would recommend to anyone.”
Free Initial Consultation
In Business Since 2018
Mounds, IL · 25 mi from Cape Girardeau
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Lawler Brown Law Firm

Lawler Brown Law Firm

(47)
  • Divorce
  • Court System
  • Results
“His office staff is just as good and will get back to you regarding emails/phone calls or questions you might have and will not leave you just hanging.”
In Business Since 2006
Marion, IL · 45 mi from Cape Girardeau
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Beard Law Firm

Beard Law Firm

(22)
“He works hard on his cases, takes the time to explain things to people, and fights against insurance companies who only care about paying out as little as possible.”
In Business Since 1996
Carbondale, IL · 34 mi from Cape Girardeau
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Hughes Law Firm: R. Courtney Hughes

Hughes Law Firm: R. Courtney Hughes

(2)
“Did a fantastic job with my case getting the statements and witnesses I needed to win”
BBB Accredited
In Business Since 1988
Free Initial Consultation
Carbondale, IL · 34 mi from Cape Girardeau
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Gill Law Firm

Gill Law Firm

(4)
“He seemed knowledgeable in law and in negotiating.”
BBB Rating: A+
In Business Since 2021
Carbondale, IL · 34 mi from Cape Girardeau
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Prince Law Firm

Prince Law Firm

(12)
  • Lawfirm
  • Calls
  • Case
“Very professional And gets the job done well!”
Emergency Services
In Business Since 2004
Free Initial Consultation
Marion, IL · 45 mi from Cape Girardeau
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Lawlerlawlerinjury.law

Lawlerlawlerinjury.law

(25)
“She is elderly and i got involved to watch out for someone taking advantage of the situation I will tell you that Bridget Lawler is a very stand-up Attorney and trustworthy individual.”
Free Initial Consultation
In Business Since 2021
Marion, IL · 45 mi from Cape Girardeau
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Fmgr Attorneys

Fmgr Attorneys

(1)
“Highly recommend FMGR Attorneys and their willingness to go above and beyond for clients.”
In Business Since 1996
Carbondale, IL · 34 mi from Cape Girardeau
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The Womick Law Firm

The Womick Law Firm

(4)
“They helped my dad.”
In Business Since 2006
Herrin, IL · 42 mi from Cape Girardeau
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