Sumners-Schwartz Law
About Sumners-Schwartz Law
Sumners-Schwartz Law is a leading law firm represented in the Best Lawyers® Awards by Taylon Sumners-Schwartz, acknowledged for work in Criminal Defense: General Practice, Criminal Defense: White-Collar, and DUI / DWI Defense.
The firm's tenure with Best Lawyers began in 2023. Recognition through the Purely Peer Review® process reflects how colleagues in their field view the quality of the lawyer’s work and the contribution they make within their practice area and region. It also speaks to the strength of the team at Sumners-Schwartz Law.
These honors come directly from peer feedback, reflecting the strong regard other leading attorneys have for Sumners-Schwartz Law's skill, advocacy, and commitment to clients.
Office Location:
- Mount Vernon, Missouri
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Recognized Lawyer at Sumners-Schwartz Law
Taylon Sumners joined Wampler Passanise as an Attorney-at-Law in 2020. She completed her Juris Doctor at Washburn University School of Law, graduating with Dean’s Honors. Sumners represents clients facing serious criminal offenses, including murder, drug-related charges, sex offenses, and DUIs, and has been with the firm since 2015, working as a Legal Assistant while attending law school. In 2022 and 2023, Sumners was recognized by Best Lawyers : Ones to Watch for Criminal Defense: Whit...
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