Ann Mills, J.D., Mediator/Contract Attorney
[email protected] 725 W Battlefield Springfield, MO 65807 417-869-9888 Ann Littell Mills practices in the areas of family law, worker’s compensation and business law. “I believe in preparing my cases for trial, but I know settlement is not weakness. It is an informed decision made by the client, weighing all aspects of the case and their individual situation in life. It allows the client to retain control over their destinies. Sometimes, an agreement cannot be reached. When the points of view are just too far apart, it is time to assemble all of your ammunition, and go to trial.” |
Bruce Galloway, J.D., Mediator/Contract Attorney
[email protected] 107 N 2nd St., Ozark, MO 65721 417-582-2690 Bruce received his JD from Washington University School of Law in St. Louis. He founded Bruce Galloway Law Offices and runs his office out of Ozark's historic town square. He specializes in Family Law and was awarded the Adelman award for appellate advocacy for his work on a case that changed the law as to criminal contempt. |
N. Carol Hutcheson, J.D., Mediator/Contract Attorney
[email protected] PO Box 3822 Springfield, MO 65808 417-496-8021 Carol received her JD from the University of Missouri in 1991 and has been practicing law in southwest Missouri since 1992. She focuses on juvenile and criminal law and is the public defender for the Springfield Municipal Court. |
Diorlena Caruthers, J.D., Mediator/Contract Attorney
[email protected] 513 US Highway 60 E Unit #672 Republic, MO 65738 417-708-2670 Diorlena received her JD from the University of Missouri-Kansas City. She founded Caruthers Legal Harmony, LLC. She is a bilingual attorney (English and Spanish) that specializes in family law including uncontested divorce cases, child support, paternity, modifications, and other matters. |
Janelle Parsons, Visit Supervisor
[email protected] Elkland, MO 417-430-5259 We envision that families will find happiness, prosperity, and stability and come to have strong family and parent-child relationships. Children coming from these meaningful parent-child relationships will have the tools and encouragement to make healthy, safe, and positive choices in their lives, preparing them to make affirmative contributions to their communities and the world at large. |
Elizabeth Satchell, J.D., Mediator/Contract Attorney
[email protected] 636 W Republic Rd G104 Springfield, MO 65807 417-883-9283 Elizabeth joined the Law Office of the Ozarks in November 2023 after over 11 years with the Missouri State Public Defender’s Office (MSPD). Elizabeth continues to practice in criminal defense but has expanded her practice to include family law, guardianship/probate, estate planning, guardian ad litem work, and mediation. |
Jesse E. DeGraftenreed III., MLS, MA, Mediator, Visit Supervisor
[email protected] 301 North Street, Unit 342 Waynesville, MO 65583 573-337-3098 "Conflicts and miscommunications happen in our everyday lives. Maintaining a sense of civility when dealing with these challenging issues is extremely important. I aim to help clients successfully navigate these challenges through mediation. My goal at the end of the mediation process is to have both parties agree to an amicable resolution while moving forward in their lives." |
Nikki Gonzales, Visit Supervisor
[email protected] 414) 429-7205 Springfield, MO Nikki is a Master of Social Work candidate at Missouri State University. She is completing practicum hours with M.A.R.C.H. during the Spring and Summer 2025 semesters. During this time, she will be helping with the Recharge & Regroup groups, parent visits, outreach activities, and other projects to support M.A.R.C.H staff. and Missouri families. Nikki graduated from Missouri State University in 2019 with a Bachelor of Science in Psychology and a minor in Child and Family Development. |
Sean Wilson, MA, PLCP, CAMS, Mediator
[email protected] Waynesville, MO 65583 573-855-5950 Sean has a wide variety of experiences and professions. Sean serves his community in many different capacities and is recognized as a servant leader throughout the county he resides. Sean is an innovative problem solver and prides himself on unifying parties with diverse views in becoming collaborative, effective community teams. Sean is a pastor, local elected official, published author, graphics artist, motivational speaker, teacher, and trainer. |
Shelly Reece, J.D., Mediator/Contract Attorney
[email protected] 2202 W Chesterfield Blvd, Ste 200 Springfield, MO 65807 417-881-0881 Shelly received her JD from Missouri State University. She founded Reece Family Law, LLC and has over 25 years of experience in mediation. She specializes in family law, divorce paternity, custody, and many more. |