We look for creative solutions to legal problems and use a team approach to maximize our clients' recoveries.
Reputation for Excellence
We’re proud of the peers that have endorsed our firm, and lawyers from around the state have referred us clients and family members.
Serving Missouri since 1912
We’ve been around for more than 100 years because of the trust our clients and community place in our firm.
Direct Communication
Because we only take on a select number of cases you will receive personal attention while your case is being handled from start to finish.
Creative Solutions
We look for creative solutions to legal problems and use a team approach to maximize our clients' recoveries.
Reputation for Excellence
We’re proud of the peers that have endorsed our firm, and lawyers from around the state have referred us clients and family members..
Serving Missouri since 1912
We’ve been around for more than 100 years because of the trust our clients and community place in our firm.
Direct Communication
Because we only take on a select number of cases you will receive personal attention while your case is being handled from start to finish.
Springfield, missouri LAW FIRM
At DHH, it’s not just business. It’s personal.
more than 100 years of legal insight
There’s a reason Douglas, Haun & Heidemann has remained one of the most trusted personal injury firms in Springfield, MO for more than 100 years. Our dedicated lawyers, our decades of combined experience and our extraordinary care for your case is what sets us apart from the rest.
We understand that an injury under any circumstances can be a scary thing, but when it’s caused by someone else we want to make sure that all of your legal needs are provided for, so you can focus on returning to health. Empathy for your case is our driving motivator in helping you receive compensation, so you can return to your normal life.
We don’t stop with empathy though. We have handled just about every personal injury case possible. Whether it be a car accident, work related injury or even dog bites, we have seen it all. Our broad range of handled cases has afforded us the experience necessary to think outside the box and leave no stone unturned in our efforts to win your case.
We also know that dealing with insurance companies, sifting through legal paperwork and working with lawyers in general, can be a stressful experience. It’s especially nerve-wracking if you have to testify on your own behalf in a trial. But this is where our extraordinary service comes in, because we can guide you through the process of seeking compensation for your injuries. All of this is why Springfield and Bolivar, MO have placed their faith in us since 1911, and it’s why we will always give your case nothing but our best effort.
Our experience can help you receive the compensation you are due.
If you’re in need of a personal injury lawyer, we provide exemplary knowledge and effort towards your case. As one of the premier firms in the state, DH&H has handled a wide variety of injury cases. We’ll be by your side from consultation all the way through trial. Because when we take on your case, your concerns and problems become ours. Anything important to you is important to us, and we strive to provide you with every resource necessary to give you peace of mind when seeking compensation due to personal injury.
Craig R. Heidemann
Partner
K. Patrick Douglas
Partner
Donald M. Brown
Partner
Nick W. Allen
Partner
Brittnee Hill
Attorney
Amanda N. Apple
Attorney
Dakota W. Paris
Attorney
Kerry D. Douglas
Of Counsel
Verna L. Haun
Of Counsel
John W. Kallenbach
Of Counsel
Verna L. Haun
Partner
Verna L. Haun has been a shareholder and officer of Douglas, Haun, & Heidemann, P.C. since 1984. Verna received her Bachelor of Science degree from Southwest Baptist University in 1981.
Craig R. Heidemann was born July 18, 1969 in St. Louis, Missouri. He was educated in the Hazelwood School District and the University of Tulsa, Tulsa, Oklahoma. He received a bachelor of arts degree in political science, cum laude in 1991.
K. Patrick (“Pat”) Douglas is a shareholder of Douglas, Haun and Heidemann, P.C., concentrating his practice in the areas of estate planning, trusts, probate, real estate, corporate and business law, banking and collections. Pat has significant experience drafting trusts, wills, powers of attorney and other estate planning documents, as well as drafting, negotiating and reviewing agreements and leases.
Donald Brown recently joined Douglas, Haun & Heidemann. Donald, born in Springfield, received his Bachelors degree from Missouri State University. In 2005, he received his law degree from University of Arkansas.
Kerry D. Douglas has been a partner or shareholder of Douglas, Haun & Heidemann, P.C. since 1972. Kerry is the third generation of Douglas’ to practice at the same location in Bolivar, Missouri.
Nick grew up in Thayer, Missouri, near his family’s Century Farm. In 2013, Nick graduated with a Bachelor of Arts degree from Harding University in Searcy, Arkansas. He received his Juris Doctor degree from the University of Arkansas, School of Law in Fayetteville, Arkansas in 2016.
John received his Bachelor of Science degree from Southwest Missouri State University in 1991, and received his Juris Doctorate from the University of Arkansas at Fayetteville in 1994. He was admitted to the Missouri Bar in 1994.
Since obtaining her law degree from the University of Arkansas School of Law, Brittnee has focused on the area of family law. Brittnee is a member of the Springfield Metropolitan Bar Association and the Missouri Bar Association.
Amanda went to college at the University of Arkansas – Fayetteville, where she received a Bachelor of Science in Biology and a Bachelor of Arts in Political Science. Amanda obtained her law degree from the University of Arkansas School of Law.
Dakota joined the Douglas, Haun & Heidemann, P.C. litigation team in 2023 after serving 4 years at the Greene County Prosecutor’s Office as a Senior Assistant Prosecuting Attorney and nearly two years in private practice; practicing primarily in the areas of criminal defense and domestic law.
Craig R. Heidemann was born July 18, 1969 in St. Louis, Missouri. He was educated in the Hazelwood School District and the University of Tulsa, Tulsa, Oklahoma. He received a bachelor of arts degree in political science, cum laude in 1991.
K. Patrick (“Pat”) Douglas is a shareholder of Douglas, Haun and Heidemann, P.C., concentrating his practice in the areas of estate planning, trusts, probate, real estate, corporate and business law, banking and collections.
Donald Brown recently joined Douglas, Haun & Heidemann. Donald, born in Springfield, received his Bachelors degree from Missouri State University. In 2005, he received his law degree from University of Arkansas.
Nick grew up in Thayer, Missouri, near his family’s Century Farm. In 2013, Nick graduated with a Bachelor of Arts degree from Harding University in Searcy, Arkansas. He received his Juris Doctor degree from the University of Arkansas, School of Law in Fayetteville, Arkansas in 2016.
Verna L. Haun has been a shareholder and officer of Douglas, Haun, & Heidemann, P.C. since 1984. Verna received her Bachelor of Science degree from Southwest Baptist University in 1981.
Kerry D. Douglas has been a partner or shareholder of Douglas, Haun & Heidemann, P.C. since 1972. Kerry is the third generation of Douglas’ to practice at the same location in Bolivar, Missouri.
Since obtaining her law degree from the University of Arkansas School of Law, Brittnee has focused on the area of family law. Brittnee is a member of the Springfield Metropolitan Bar Association and the Missouri Bar Association.
John received his Bachelor of Science degree from Southwest Missouri State University in 1991, and received his Juris Doctorate from the University of Arkansas at Fayetteville in 1994. He was admitted to the Missouri Bar in 1994.
Amanda went to college at the University of Arkansas – Fayetteville, where she received a Bachelor of Science in Biology and a Bachelor of Arts in Political Science. Amanda obtained her law degree from the University of Arkansas School of Law.
It is such a blessing to know I’m backed by a quality law firm.
I’ve had the privilege of being represented by the Douglas, Haun & Heidemann law firm since 2003. Specifically by Pat Douglas who has handled a few issues for me. I am pleased with all the work done on my behalf and it is such a blessing to know I’m backed by a quality law firm.
Norm Shaddox / Wheatland, MO
We can rely on professionalism, courtesy & due diligence.
It has been our pleasure to be represented by the Law Offices of Douglas, Haun & Heidemann, P.C. Kerry and his team of expert attorneys have handled literally hundreds of contracts, real estate closings, and other matters for our firm over the years. In each matter we can rely on their professionalism, courtesy and due-diligence to insure that we are in compliance with all regulatory requirements and that our transactions are smooth and error-free.
DIAMON S. AUCTION + REAL ESTATE CO.
We have been clients since 2001.
We own two growing businesses in the Bolivar Missouri area and have been clients of Pat Douglas at the law firm of Douglas, Haun, & Heidemann, P.C. since 2001. We have always found Pat and the other attorneys and staff at Douglas, Haun, & Heidemann to be highly competent, reliable, responsive, and knowledgeable. In addition to the legal expertise one expects from a law firm, we have found the attorneys and staff at Douglas, Haun, & Heidemann typically go well beyond the norm by offering insights, wisdom, and fresh perspectives.