Legal Deserts in Missouri: Access to Justice, Rural Law & Attorney Recruitment Challenges

In this episode of Missouri Law Matters, Judge Matt Hamner sits down with Judge Corey Moon to discuss one of the biggest challenges facing rural Missouri: legal deserts. What happens when there are fewer than one lawyer for every 1,000 people? Many rural counties in Missouri have only a judge and a prosecutor - leaving residents without meaningful access to legal help. Together, Judge Hamner and Judge Moon explore: Why rural areas struggle to recruit and retain attorneys How community service and engagement impact legal access Incentive programs from other states, like South Dakota The growing role of technology in law and virtual hearings Why access to justice matters for every Missourian This conversation highlights the urgent need for innovative solutions and ongoing efforts by Missouri courts and the Missouri Bar to address gaps in access to justice. 🔗 Watch more Missouri Law Matters episodes here: https://bit.ly/4kSekXO