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Souder Tate

Springfield, MO

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Law Degree

Awards

Primary Practice Area

Criminal Defense

Language

English

About

I defend criminal cases in Greene County and the surrounding counties of Lawrence, Christian, Taney, Stone, Webster, Polk, Barry, Douglas, Wright, Dade, and Texas.I handle felony and misdemeanor drug cases, DWI & DUI, burglary, stealing and other property crimes, probation violations, and traffic tickets. I also help clients receive limited driving privileges, license reinstatements, and expungements.I have a great deal of training and experience in sentencing mitigation and treatment courts. Approximately 25% of my practice involves preparing private pre-sentence investigations and sentencing mitigation reports for other attorneys. I serve on area drug courts for over eight years, and I have spoken at numerous drug court and addiction treatment conferences. I know how to help my clients get the best possible outcome in their cases.

Practices Areas

Criminal Defense

DUI and DWI

Speeding and traffic ticket

Language

English

Contact

Souder Tate Law2814 E Sunshine St., Suite ASpringfield, MO, 65804-20492814 E Sunshine St., Suite ASpringfield, MO, 65804-2049

Office: N/A

Website: N/A

Reviews

Toni
January 26, 2022

When I met Souder Tate ..I  had all but given up hope in the Justice system. I was facing the the wreckage of my choices made in the depths of my addiction. I was terrified , confused and needed someone to advise me ; but more importantly I needed someone to believe in me. Walking into his office was the first real step I had taken toward regaining my life after being clean for six months..It was the best choice I could make. He encouraged me , fought for me,  suggested and achieved alternate sentencing I did not think was possible. Today I  am invested and succeeding in the program he worked so hard to make happen. He is not only my Attorney but my friend. If you are willing to fight , Souder is the man you need in your corner. Toni Cantrell Cosgrove

anonymous
August 20, 2020

Souder Tate is very good at what he does. He always goes above and beyond for his clients. He got me a deal no one else would have been able to get. I highly recommend him.

anonymous
May 8, 2018

Souder Tate was referred to me by a friend in Recovery. He was very professional and prompt with his Legal Services. He helped me obtain my license when no one else could. I would recommend Souder Tate to anyone who is needing legal advice or consultation and getting help with fighting a case of their innocence or to get something as simple as a license reinstated. I consulted several attorneys, hired attorneys, and no one was able to give me my license until I met Souder Tate. I'm so thankful for his services. His assistant Rachel was very very helpful and helping me get paperwork and necessary documents I needed to have sent in. I give his entire legal team and his office a big thumbs up!!!!

anonymous
June 26, 2015

Another highly respected lawyer in Springfield recommended Souder Tate to me as the best person to research and prepare my Pre-Sentence Investigation that my lawyer submitted to the court prior to my sentencing date. Souder Tate was not only efficient but realistically yet positively presented a thorough profile of my background. Most importantly, he was able to quickly identify the most important information to highlight and the best people to write personal letters attesting to my character to include in the file he submitted to the court. In fact, my own attorney specifically referred to statements directly from my PSI during my sentencing hearing to ensure that they were highlighted during his statement to the judge. His staff was also extremely helpful. I have no hesitation in recommending Souder Tate for any PSI work you or your attorney may need to have done.

Ron
January 23, 2015

I retained Souder Tate Law LLC. to represent me in a traffic case. I couldn't be happier with the representation that I received. Mr. Tate is very knowledgeable in the workings of the Missouri Court system and the law. I received the outcome that I was looking for. This was due primarily to the hard work of Mr. Tate and his assistant Rachel. Mr. Tate runs a professional practice that is also very friendly and accommodating. Mr. Tate is well respected in the Springfield area. The fees were very reasonable. I would not hesitate to use Mr. Tate in the future if the need arises.

anonymous
September 10, 2014

Souder Tate is just a supremely professional attorney. He gave me honest answers to tough questions. He believed in me and listened to my concerns. He knows the law and the judicial system and works very hard to achieve the best possible outcome. His expert counsel helped me resolve my issue and brought me piece of mind during the process.

anonymous
July 7, 2014

Souder Tate far exceeded my expectations as an Attorney who not only cared but got better results than I had ever hoped for. He came recommended to me by a friend and after doing some exhaustive research on many Attorney's in the SW MO. area, we decided to give him a try. My Brother is a diabetic & was caught without his medications. If diabetics do not get their insulin shots, they appear intoxicated before they go into insulin shock so as a result he was ticketed on a DUI charge for failing to take the field sobriety test. We didn't think we had a chance of getting him out of this but Souder Tate had us get him the necessary medical papers and went to court for us. My Brother did not do any jail time or have to pay some huge fine. I wouldn't dream of shopping for another Attorney as long as Souder Tate Law Firm is in business. He's an honest, hard working, knowledgeable, trustworthy, responsive, fair man and you don't find that often, if at all, when searching for the right Attorney to take yours or your loved one's case. Thank you so very much Souder

James
July 1, 2013

Sauder is an honest lawyer he was always upfront and honest with me he did an excellent job defending me. Even though I don't foresee anymore problems with the law he would be the only lawyer I would consider if I did. My advise to anybody considering him to defend the would be to do so!

D
June 24, 2013

I got into my first car accident a few months ago, it was my fault and I received a ticket for failing to yield. Not a big deal for many people but as this was my first accident it caused me a good deal of stress, especially when I thought about having to appear in court. That stress all but vanished after one talk with Souder Tate about the situation. He is understanding and professional, not at all judgmental. He kept me up to date on all the details, even small ones, and I didn't have to step one foot in a court room. All I had to do was take one class that lasted about an hour, no points were put on my license and there is nothing on my record. Mine may not have been the most serious of cases, but Souder Tate treated me like my case was just as important as any other and if he shows that kind of dedication to the smallest of cases, I would most definitely recommend him for any legal needs you may have.

Toni
January 26, 2022

When I met Souder Tate ..I  had all but given up hope in the Justice system. I was facing the the wreckage of my choices made in the depths of my addiction. I was terrified , confused and needed someone to advise me ; but more importantly I needed someone to believe in me. Walking into his office was the first real step I had taken toward regaining my life after being clean for six months..It was the best choice I could make. He encouraged me , fought for me,  suggested and achieved alternate sentencing I did not think was possible. Today I  am invested and succeeding in the program he worked so hard to make happen. He is not only my Attorney but my friend. If you are willing to fight , Souder is the man you need in your corner. Toni Cantrell Cosgrove

anonymous
August 20, 2020

Souder Tate is very good at what he does. He always goes above and beyond for his clients. He got me a deal no one else would have been able to get. I highly recommend him.

anonymous
May 8, 2018

Souder Tate was referred to me by a friend in Recovery. He was very professional and prompt with his Legal Services. He helped me obtain my license when no one else could. I would recommend Souder Tate to anyone who is needing legal advice or consultation and getting help with fighting a case of their innocence or to get something as simple as a license reinstated. I consulted several attorneys, hired attorneys, and no one was able to give me my license until I met Souder Tate. I'm so thankful for his services. His assistant Rachel was very very helpful and helping me get paperwork and necessary documents I needed to have sent in. I give his entire legal team and his office a big thumbs up!!!!

anonymous
June 26, 2015

Another highly respected lawyer in Springfield recommended Souder Tate to me as the best person to research and prepare my Pre-Sentence Investigation that my lawyer submitted to the court prior to my sentencing date. Souder Tate was not only efficient but realistically yet positively presented a thorough profile of my background. Most importantly, he was able to quickly identify the most important information to highlight and the best people to write personal letters attesting to my character to include in the file he submitted to the court. In fact, my own attorney specifically referred to statements directly from my PSI during my sentencing hearing to ensure that they were highlighted during his statement to the judge. His staff was also extremely helpful. I have no hesitation in recommending Souder Tate for any PSI work you or your attorney may need to have done.

Ron
January 23, 2015

I retained Souder Tate Law LLC. to represent me in a traffic case. I couldn't be happier with the representation that I received. Mr. Tate is very knowledgeable in the workings of the Missouri Court system and the law. I received the outcome that I was looking for. This was due primarily to the hard work of Mr. Tate and his assistant Rachel. Mr. Tate runs a professional practice that is also very friendly and accommodating. Mr. Tate is well respected in the Springfield area. The fees were very reasonable. I would not hesitate to use Mr. Tate in the future if the need arises.

anonymous
September 10, 2014

Souder Tate is just a supremely professional attorney. He gave me honest answers to tough questions. He believed in me and listened to my concerns. He knows the law and the judicial system and works very hard to achieve the best possible outcome. His expert counsel helped me resolve my issue and brought me piece of mind during the process.

anonymous
July 7, 2014

Souder Tate far exceeded my expectations as an Attorney who not only cared but got better results than I had ever hoped for. He came recommended to me by a friend and after doing some exhaustive research on many Attorney's in the SW MO. area, we decided to give him a try. My Brother is a diabetic & was caught without his medications. If diabetics do not get their insulin shots, they appear intoxicated before they go into insulin shock so as a result he was ticketed on a DUI charge for failing to take the field sobriety test. We didn't think we had a chance of getting him out of this but Souder Tate had us get him the necessary medical papers and went to court for us. My Brother did not do any jail time or have to pay some huge fine. I wouldn't dream of shopping for another Attorney as long as Souder Tate Law Firm is in business. He's an honest, hard working, knowledgeable, trustworthy, responsive, fair man and you don't find that often, if at all, when searching for the right Attorney to take yours or your loved one's case. Thank you so very much Souder

James
July 1, 2013

Sauder is an honest lawyer he was always upfront and honest with me he did an excellent job defending me. Even though I don't foresee anymore problems with the law he would be the only lawyer I would consider if I did. My advise to anybody considering him to defend the would be to do so!

D
June 24, 2013

I got into my first car accident a few months ago, it was my fault and I received a ticket for failing to yield. Not a big deal for many people but as this was my first accident it caused me a good deal of stress, especially when I thought about having to appear in court. That stress all but vanished after one talk with Souder Tate about the situation. He is understanding and professional, not at all judgmental. He kept me up to date on all the details, even small ones, and I didn't have to step one foot in a court room. All I had to do was take one class that lasted about an hour, no points were put on my license and there is nothing on my record. Mine may not have been the most serious of cases, but Souder Tate treated me like my case was just as important as any other and if he shows that kind of dedication to the smallest of cases, I would most definitely recommend him for any legal needs you may have.

Toni
January 26, 2022

When I met Souder Tate ..I  had all but given up hope in the Justice system. I was facing the the wreckage of my choices made in the depths of my addiction. I was terrified , confused and needed someone to advise me ; but more importantly I needed someone to believe in me. Walking into his office was the first real step I had taken toward regaining my life after being clean for six months..It was the best choice I could make. He encouraged me , fought for me,  suggested and achieved alternate sentencing I did not think was possible. Today I  am invested and succeeding in the program he worked so hard to make happen. He is not only my Attorney but my friend. If you are willing to fight , Souder is the man you need in your corner. Toni Cantrell Cosgrove

anonymous
August 20, 2020

Souder Tate is very good at what he does. He always goes above and beyond for his clients. He got me a deal no one else would have been able to get. I highly recommend him.

anonymous
May 8, 2018

Souder Tate was referred to me by a friend in Recovery. He was very professional and prompt with his Legal Services. He helped me obtain my license when no one else could. I would recommend Souder Tate to anyone who is needing legal advice or consultation and getting help with fighting a case of their innocence or to get something as simple as a license reinstated. I consulted several attorneys, hired attorneys, and no one was able to give me my license until I met Souder Tate. I'm so thankful for his services. His assistant Rachel was very very helpful and helping me get paperwork and necessary documents I needed to have sent in. I give his entire legal team and his office a big thumbs up!!!!

anonymous
June 26, 2015

Another highly respected lawyer in Springfield recommended Souder Tate to me as the best person to research and prepare my Pre-Sentence Investigation that my lawyer submitted to the court prior to my sentencing date. Souder Tate was not only efficient but realistically yet positively presented a thorough profile of my background. Most importantly, he was able to quickly identify the most important information to highlight and the best people to write personal letters attesting to my character to include in the file he submitted to the court. In fact, my own attorney specifically referred to statements directly from my PSI during my sentencing hearing to ensure that they were highlighted during his statement to the judge. His staff was also extremely helpful. I have no hesitation in recommending Souder Tate for any PSI work you or your attorney may need to have done.

Ron
January 23, 2015

I retained Souder Tate Law LLC. to represent me in a traffic case. I couldn't be happier with the representation that I received. Mr. Tate is very knowledgeable in the workings of the Missouri Court system and the law. I received the outcome that I was looking for. This was due primarily to the hard work of Mr. Tate and his assistant Rachel. Mr. Tate runs a professional practice that is also very friendly and accommodating. Mr. Tate is well respected in the Springfield area. The fees were very reasonable. I would not hesitate to use Mr. Tate in the future if the need arises.

anonymous
September 10, 2014

Souder Tate is just a supremely professional attorney. He gave me honest answers to tough questions. He believed in me and listened to my concerns. He knows the law and the judicial system and works very hard to achieve the best possible outcome. His expert counsel helped me resolve my issue and brought me piece of mind during the process.

anonymous
July 7, 2014

Souder Tate far exceeded my expectations as an Attorney who not only cared but got better results than I had ever hoped for. He came recommended to me by a friend and after doing some exhaustive research on many Attorney's in the SW MO. area, we decided to give him a try. My Brother is a diabetic & was caught without his medications. If diabetics do not get their insulin shots, they appear intoxicated before they go into insulin shock so as a result he was ticketed on a DUI charge for failing to take the field sobriety test. We didn't think we had a chance of getting him out of this but Souder Tate had us get him the necessary medical papers and went to court for us. My Brother did not do any jail time or have to pay some huge fine. I wouldn't dream of shopping for another Attorney as long as Souder Tate Law Firm is in business. He's an honest, hard working, knowledgeable, trustworthy, responsive, fair man and you don't find that often, if at all, when searching for the right Attorney to take yours or your loved one's case. Thank you so very much Souder

James
July 1, 2013

Sauder is an honest lawyer he was always upfront and honest with me he did an excellent job defending me. Even though I don't foresee anymore problems with the law he would be the only lawyer I would consider if I did. My advise to anybody considering him to defend the would be to do so!

D
June 24, 2013

I got into my first car accident a few months ago, it was my fault and I received a ticket for failing to yield. Not a big deal for many people but as this was my first accident it caused me a good deal of stress, especially when I thought about having to appear in court. That stress all but vanished after one talk with Souder Tate about the situation. He is understanding and professional, not at all judgmental. He kept me up to date on all the details, even small ones, and I didn't have to step one foot in a court room. All I had to do was take one class that lasted about an hour, no points were put on my license and there is nothing on my record. Mine may not have been the most serious of cases, but Souder Tate treated me like my case was just as important as any other and if he shows that kind of dedication to the smallest of cases, I would most definitely recommend him for any legal needs you may have.