Lee's Summit Lawyers

Attorney Leland F. Dempsey is a leading medical malpractice and personal injury attorney in Kansas City, representing the injured victims of others’ negligence. A founding member of Dempsey & Kingsland, Mr. Dempsey offers client-focused representation that gets results. Mr. Dempsey earned his J.D. from Tulane Law School and has been admitted to both the Missouri and Kansas State Bars. In 2007, he secured an award of $43 million – the largest vaccination award in U.S. history – for a child who was rendered a quadriplegic after receiving a vaccination.

Mr. Wilkerson practices in civil litigation and represents both individuals and businesses in a plethora of different matters. Zak has a strong background in agriculture and agricultural law with which he is developing a sophisticated agricultural practice. Prior to joining Ensz & Jester, he gained practical agricultural law experience from the United States Department of Agriculture’s Office of General Counsel and the National Agricultural Law Center. Zak is also experienced in cannabis and hemp law—having helped guide an industrial hemp and cannabis operation as part of the Arkansas Hemp Pilot Program. Mr. Wilkerson will utilize his unique legal knowledge...

Shelley M. Peters graduated from law school in 2002. After high school, she took a lengthy sabbatical from scholastic enterprises and experienced life for a decade (or more) before getting serious. Shelley’s dad was (is) a construction manager and her mom was (is) a homemaker. Between high school and college Shelley worked just about every imaginable job appropriate for a female. As a result, she can relate to anyone; and that is why her clients love her. Shelley spent around ten of those years working as a legal secretary. The attorneys she...

Attorney Timothy H. Hassell is a partner at Watton Law Group. He concentrates his legal practice on assisting consumers through bankruptcy matters. Mr. Hassell received his law degree from Marquette University in 2010 and his undergraduate degree in Economics from Brigham Young University in 2007. Mr. Hassell admitted to practice in the state courts of Missouri and Wisconsin, as well as in the federal courts in the Eastern and Western Districts of Missouri, the Eastern and Western Districts of Wisconsin, the Southern District of Illinois, and the District of Colorado. Contact Watton Law Group today to schedule a consultation with...

Christian Taylor is an associate attorney at Watton Law Group in Kansas City, MO.

Practice Areas Corporations, limited liability companies, partnerships Mergers and acquisitions Trusts, estates and probate Estate planning Taxation, tax planning and tax controversies Real estate Agriculture Contracts Bar Admissions Missouri, 1984 Kansas, 1985 Tax Court U.S. District Court District of Kansas Western District of Missouri Education University of Missouri-Kansas City Law School (J.D. 1984) University of Missouri-Columbia (B.S.B.A. Accounting) Professional Affiliations The Missouri Bar Kansas Bar Association Kansas City Metropolitan Bar Association American Bar Association Missouri Society...

Jean Maneke has been practicing media, publishing and entertainment law for more than 25 years. In addition to her work for individual clients, she serves as counsel to the Missouri Press Association.

Ms. Maneke has been “AV” rated by Martindale-Hubbell, a peer-review lawyer-rating organization for many years. The “AV” rating is the highest rating a lawyer can receive from this organization. She also has been recognized since 2006 as being among the Best Lawyers in America in the practice areas of First Amendment Law and Litigation-First Amendment.

Formerly a journalist, she worked as a reporter for numerous newspapers and...

Larry, the youngest in a military family, grew up in Leeton, Missouri and graduated from Leeton High School in 1990. Following his graduation he began his studies at what was then known as Central Missouri State University. After a few semesters and being unsure what he wanted to do with his life he enlisted in and served in the US Air Force on active duty in 1993. After three and a half years on active duty Larry decided it was time to return to college and obtain his degree in political science and public relations. After being honorably discharged from...

Samantha Sicola is a civil litigation attorney with experience in state and federal cases, specializing in areas like insurance defense, employment law, and personal injury. She manages cases from start to finish, ensuring solutions that align with her clients' needs. Samantha earned her law degree from Oklahoma City University School of Law, where she received a Pro Bono Award for her extensive volunteer work. Before joining Dysart Taylor, she worked at a national personal injury law firm, focusing on plaintiffs' mass tort cases and representing Spanish-speaking clients. Samantha is licensed to practice in Missouri and Oklahoma.

Jonathon Nicol is an experienced business attorney who has been practicing since he graduated from law school in 2005. With trial and appellate specialties, Jonathon has tried diverse matters in state and federal courts and before arbitrators. He has been appellate counsel of record on myriad appeals and writ petitions nationwide. Jonathon also obtains favorable settlements for clients. Jonathon’s seasoned perspective blends corporate and entrepreneurial senses. He helps clients to start and run their businesses, protect their corporate and personal interests, and buy and sell assets. Jonathon aids clients with both their specific problems at hand, as well as their greater...

David Breon is the founder and lead attorney of Semita Legalis. He focuses his practice on family law and immigration matters. Though he’s based in western Missouri, he offers virtual legal services to clients across Missouri, Kansas, and Illinois, and immigration services across the United States and the world. David took a circuitous path to the law. Born and raised in western Missouri, he took great interest in the study of the Spanish language in high school and lived in Spain during his senior year of high school and college. To help fund his academic career, he joined the U.S. Army,...

Facing divorce or family law matters can be a very emotional process. For this reason, it is important to have hope, and having dedicated representation that understands what you are going through can make all of the difference. Ezinne “Grace” Okorocha is a Junior Associate Attorney with Stange Law Firm, PC and is ready to help and assist clients in and around Jackson County, Missouri from the firm’s Kansas City family law office. Grace earned her Masters in U.S. Law (LLM) from the University of Houston Law Center in May of 2020. Before this, she attended the Nigerian Law...

Rebecca was licensed in 2007. She went into private practice immediately. She opened her own office in 2011 and practices 100 percent in the area of family law. We provide divorce services in Missouri. Services include divorce, paternity actions and modifications. We are known for being attentive to detail, compassionate, and firm on negotiations.

The Guilfoil Law Group is a Kansas City law firm specializing in alcohol-related vehicular cases or DWI, criminal defense, and personal injury.

You may view my web-site at WWW.SHIELDOFJUSTICE.NET. I have been licensed to practice law since 1996. I am licensed in the States of Missouri and Kansas. I specialize in the areas of Auto & Truck Accidents Nationwide Resulting in Severe Personal Injuries - Injuries from Defective Products - Severe Work Place Injuries - Hip & Knee Implant Failures - Medical Device Failures - Pharmaceutical Drug Recalls - Medical Malpractice. You can reach me at (816) 421 - 0800 or by email to spencer@shieldofjustice.net. Phone is answered 24 hours a day / 7 days a week....

At Howard L. Lotven, A Professional Corporation, we act as a buffer between our clients and the system. We protect our clients from overcharges and negotiate for the option of probation instead of a jail sentence. Within family law, we work hard to win custody for our clients and determine a living situation that will be in the best interest of the child.
Presently, I primarily represent clients in Criminal/Municipal Courts and Traffic Courts. I have been either a prosecutor or defense attorney in over 10,000 cases. I also represent clients in Family Law matters including divorce, paternity, modification of child...

ennifer Dodson is the founding member of Law Office of Jennifer Dodson. Jennifer began her career with a large national firm, where she focused in the practice area of consumer Bankruptcy, both personal and small business. Having represented over thousands of Debtors in both Kansas and Missouri she has vast experience in all aspects and intricacies in the field of Bankruptcy and asset protection.Jennifer received her degree in Political Science and Religious Studies with a Minor in Sociology from University of Denver in 2005 where she graduated with Honors. While in college Jennifer interned for a Bankruptcy Trustee in Colorado,...

The president of The McCallister Law Firm, P.C., attorney Brian McCallister established his firm in 1996 with the objective of protecting the rights of individuals and families suffering unnecessarily owing to another person's careless or illegal behavior. He has managed numerous situations involving terrible harm or demise resulting from semi-truck accidents, vehicle collisions, unsafe products, slip/trip and fall mishaps, medical negligence, railroad accidents and police misbehavior.

David Lee Wells brings to each case the commitment and knowledge that has lead to his former service as the Clay County Bar President. He has taught Missouri lawyers, Judges and Prosecuting Attorneys. Wells has earned an AV Preeminent 5 out of 5 Peer Review Rating from Martindale Hubbell, the highest level of recognition they award. He was named to the list of Missouri and Kansas Super Lawyers in 2008, 2009 and 2010. Wells is a columnist for Wide Open Motorcycle Magazine writing, "Law for Bikers." He is a lifetime member of Ducks Unlimited. He was the founder and director...

The O'Connor Law Firm prides itself on delivering passionate, aggressive representation in the areas of Personal Injury and Criminal Defense and providing the highest level of client care.

A criminal defense attorney representing clients in Kansas City, Missouri, Tracy Spradlin is a partner at the Spradlin Kennedy Law Firm. Known as one of the most promising young attorneys in the region, she handles cases of assault, check fraud, trespassing, property crimes, drug possession, driving while intoxicated, domestic violence and traffic violations. She is passionate about protecting the rights of the accused. In 2017, she received Missouri Lawyers Weekly's distinguished "Up and Coming" award.

Along with clients in Kansas City, Ms. Spradlin also represents those in Lee’s Summit, Independence and Jackson County, and clients in both Kansas and western Missouri....

“I’m proud to be a trial lawyer and proud to fight for my clients who have been harmed due to the negligence of others. Our civil justice system provides a platform and equal footing for those who don’t have the resources to hold powerful corporations accountable. Whether it’s making products safer for children or getting fatigued truck drivers off the road, I’m honored to be part of a system that protects our children and families.” Brendan received his undergraduate degree from Rockhurst College (1995) and his law degree from the University of Missouri (1998). After law school, Brendan served as a...

Gerald started his own practice in October 2015 after working for a mid-sized firm for over a year. He has built his practice on the principals of being "inspired by the pursuit of faith, family and fairness" as his motto. His practice consists of personal and job related injuries, employment discrimination and retaliation, as well as well Probate. Gerald is married with three children. He is very active in his church and within the community.

has practiced in the areas of consumer bankruptcy, real estate, and collections. Vick Law Firm, LLC, focuses heavily in the area of consumer bankruptcy, and Meredyth Vick has proudly helped debtors file Chapters 7 and 13 bankruptcy to stop foreclosures, repossessions, garnishments, and to get relief from credit card debt, medical bills, and the like.