Our Vision

To redefine the practice of law through professionalism, efficiency, and integrity—delivering accessible, results-driven legal services that empower individuals, families, and businesses across Missouri and beyond. Our firm envisions a future where justice is within reach for every client.

Leadership

Charlisa J. Gaines

Founder and Managing Attorney

Attorney Gaines leverages more than a decade of legal industry experience to lead and manage the firm.

Professional Experience

Boone County, Missouri, Assistant Prosecuting Attorney, 2026

Heart of Missouri CASA, CASA Advocate, 2026 - current

City of Columbia, Board of Adjustments, 2026 - current

Missouri Office of Attorney General, Assistant Attorney General in Employment Litigation Section, 2024 – 2026

The Huynh Law Firm, Case Manager/Senior Law Clerk, 2023

The Huynh Law Firm, Law Clerk, 2022 – 2023

Goldstein & Orr, Law Clerk, 2020 – 2021

United States Attorney’s Office, Law Clerk in Violent Crimes Division, 2020

282nd Judicial District Court, Dallas, Texas, 2020

Other Professional Experience

GEICO, Subrogation File Clerk, Legal Secretary/Paralegal, 2011 - 2014

alliantgroup, Tax Controversy Services Paralegal, 2014 – 2017

The Willis Law Group, Personal Injury Paralegal/Legal Secretary/Office Manager, 2017 - 2019

Professional Memberships

The Missouri Bar

Boone County Bar Association

United States District Court - Western District of Missouri

American Bar Association