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Mark Wissehr
St Joseph, MO Criminal Law Attorney with 51 years of experience
(816) 364-2901 208 Francis St
St Joseph, MO 64501
Criminal, Business, DWI and Personal Injury
Terri Lowdon
St Joseph, MO Criminal Law Attorney with 33 years of experience
(816) 364-2901 507 Francis St
St Joseph, MO 64501
Criminal, DWI, Divorce and Family
James Anthony Nadolski
St Joseph, MO Criminal Law Lawyer with 37 years of experience
(816) 279-1331 106 S 7th St
St Joseph, MO 64501
Criminal, Business, DWI and Divorce
John Roger Brage
St Joseph, MO Criminal Law Attorney with 31 years of experience
(816) 232-0554 510 Francis St
St Joseph, MO 64501
Criminal, DWI, Divorce and Family
Daniel Lee Radke
St Joseph, MO Criminal Law Attorney with 49 years of experience
(816) 364-3743 705 S 13th St
St Joseph, MO 64501
Criminal, Appeals, Business and Divorce
Richard C Simons
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Richard C Simons
North Kansas City, MO Criminal Law Lawyer with 15 years of experience
(816) 287-3787 2005 Burlington Street
North Kansas City, MO 64116
Free ConsultationCriminal, Animal, Domestic Violence and Traffic Tickets
University of Missouri - Kansas City School of Law
Born in Kansas City, Missouri
Raised in Richmond and Kearney, Missouri
Graduated Suma Cum Laude from William Jewel College in Liberty Missouri
Graduated from the University of Missouri-Kansas City-School of law
Numerous Dean’s List and Honors in Academic Career
Multiple Awards
Practicing law for over 10 years
Licensed in Missouri and Oklahoma.
Regional Kansas City, Missouri attorney; situated in historic “Rockhill Ridge” Brookside community specialized in amending traffic tickets in the Kansas City, Missouri Metropolitan area
Christopher Joseph
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Christopher Joseph
Kansas City, MO Criminal Law Lawyer with 23 years of experience
(816) 673-3900 926 Cherry St.
Kansas City, MO 64106
Free ConsultationCriminal, Appeals and White Collar Crime
University of Kansas
Mr. Joseph represents individuals and businesses during the investigation and prosecution of criminal charges in federal and state courts. He also represents businesses and individuals in complex civil litigation, primarily in federal court. He leads the firm’s criminal and civil asset forfeiture practice groups.

Mr. Joseph received his juris doctorate in 2000 from the University of Kansas School of Law. He was invited to membership in the Order of the Coif, a national honor society for law school graduates with exceptional academic achievement. Mr. Joseph graduated summa cum laude from Wichita State University with a Bachelor of Arts degree in...
Preston L Jones
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Preston L Jones
Kansas City, MO Criminal Law Attorney with 13 years of experience
(816) 873-5534 1201 NW Briarcliff Pkwy
Second Floor
Kansas City, MO 64116
Free ConsultationCriminal and DWI
SMU Dedman School of Law
I practice criminal defense, and immigration law. I represent criminal defendants in cases at the state and federal level involving DWI, assault, drug offenses, theft, and sexual offenses. My expertise encompasses all areas of immigration law, with special focus on deportation defense, family immigration, appeals and federal court litigation.

I am highly experienced in counseling immigrants and criminal defense attorneys about the immigration consequences of criminal activity. This sets me apart from most criminal defense attorneys, who have a very limited understanding of the immigration consequences for their clients.

Christopher Fink
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Christopher Fink
Kansas City, MO Criminal Law Attorney with 27 years of experience
(816) 505-1111 5555 NW Barry Road, Suite A
Kansas City, MO 64154
Free ConsultationCriminal, DWI, Divorce and Traffic Tickets
University of Missouri School of Law
Chris has enjoyed the solo practice of law for more than 25 years. Over that span, Chris has helped thousands of clients with a variety of legal problems, including divorce, child custody, bankruptcy, personal injury settlements, paternity actions, collections matters, and many more. Chris practices in the Kansas City area serving Platte, Clay, Jackson and other surrounding counties. Chris resides in Platte County with his 4 children. Growing up on corn and soybean row crop farm outside of Oregon, Missouri, Chris learned the value of hard work and small town values. A graduate of South Holt...
Timothy M Starosta
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Timothy M Starosta
Liberty, MO Criminal Law Lawyer with 15 years of experience
(816) 399-5733 118 N. Conistor Lane, Suite B #317
Liberty, MO 64068
Free ConsultationCriminal, Bankruptcy, Personal Injury and Traffic Tickets
University of Tulsa College of Law
The Starosta Law Firm, LLC is dedicated to representing clients with aggressive and effective representation. For a free, no-obligation consultation, please call 816-399-5733.
Joani Harshman
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Joani Harshman
Kansas City, MO Criminal Law Lawyer with 23 years of experience
(816) 673-7570 1201 NW Briarcliff Pkwy
Suite 200
Kansas City, MO 64116
Offers Video ConferencingVideo ConfCriminal, Bankruptcy, Cannabis Law and Traffic Tickets
University of Missouri - Kansas City School of Law

Providing Legal Services in Compliance with Missouri's new Medical Cannabis Law and Regulations.

It’s a historical time in our country as Missouri became the 33rd state to legalize medical cannabis. We are proud to play an important role in the implementation of Article XIV the way Missouri voters intended…ensuring Patients’ Right to Access Medical Cannabis.

Amendment 2 passed by an overwhelming 65% of the voters in November 2018 making Missouri the 33rd state to legalize medicinal use. As advocates for patient access to medicinal cannabis, we have been involved from the beginning by participating in the historic public forums, industry events, educating...
Edward K Fehlig Jr.
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Edward K Fehlig Jr.
Kansas City, MO Criminal Law Lawyer with 22 years of experience
(816) 974-7134 1301 Oak Street
Suite 521
Kansas City, MO 64106
Free ConsultationCriminal, Immigration and Personal Injury
St. Mary's University School of Law
Edward K. Fehlig, Jr. has extensive experience in criminal law and a broad range of legal issues. He is licensed to practice law in Texas (2001) and in Missouri (2002). He is fluent in Spanish and French; having lived in Spain, France and Mexico. He has worked in St. Louis, New York City and Cape Girardeau. He also taught a legal course at a university in El Salvador. He attended St. Mary's University School of Law in San Antonio, Texas where he graduated at the top ten percent of his class, wrote for the school's law...
John G. Gromowsky
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John G. Gromowsky
Kansas City, MO Criminal Law Attorney with 25 years of experience
(816) 842-1130 1100 Main Street
Suite 2800
Kansas City, MO 64105
Free ConsultationCriminal and Appeals
DePaul University
John G. Gromowsky of The Gromowsky Law Firm, LLC is a criminal defense lawyer representing people in federal and state courts throughout the Kansas City, Missouri, metropolitan area. John is a former prosecutor who now uses that experience to help people being investigated for or charged with such offenses as murder, assault, robbery, drug distribution, drug possession, stealing, fraud, computer crime, and white collar crime.
Benjamin Aaron Janssen
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Benjamin Aaron Janssen
North Kansas City, MO Criminal Law Attorney with 10 years of experience
(816) 287-0172 406 Armour Rd, Ste. 220
Ste. 220
North Kansas City, MO 64116
Free ConsultationCriminal, Bankruptcy, DWI and Traffic Tickets
Washburn University School of Law
I am a graduate of the Washburn University School of Law, where I was active in the Criminal Litigation Clinic, the Veterans' Legal forum, and the Federalist Society for Law and Public Policy. I am currently a member of the Missouri Bar, the Kansas City Metropolitan Bar Association, and the Missouri Association of Criminal Defense Lawyers.

Prior to attending Washburn, I served in both the United States Marine Corps and the United Sates Navy. My goal as an attorney is to provide you with the kind of dedication and attention to detail demanded by military service. Additionally, time in...
Suzanne Hale Robinson
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Suzanne Hale Robinson
(913) 709-1788 511 Delaware Ave.
Suite 100
Kansas City, MO 64105
Free ConsultationOffers Video ConferencingVideo ConfKansas City, MO Criminal Law Lawyer with 9 years of experience
Criminal, Divorce, Family and Personal Injury
University of Kansas School of Law
Suzanne Hale Robinson leads Hale Robinson & Robinson LLC’s domestic litigation team, practicing domestic law and personal injury. Suzanne has lived in the Kansas City area for over 30 years and has developed a deep connection with the community and its residents. Suzanne represents clients in multiple areas of domestic law. From a simple divorce to a complex child custody dispute to negotiating a high net-worth asset distribution, Suzanne has the experience and ability to help get your case resolved. Suzanne also represents clients in personal injury cases. Taking on insurance companies and getting clients life changing results is one of...
Rico Robinson
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Rico Robinson
Kansas City, MO Criminal Law Attorney
(816) 679-1547 511 Delaware Street.
Suite 100
Kansas City, MO 64105
Offers Video ConferencingVideo ConfCriminal and Personal Injury
University of Kansas School of Law
Rico Robinson leads Hale Robinson & Robinson, LLC's criminal litigation team, practicing all aspects of criminal defense. Rico was born and raised in the Kansas City area and has established a multitude of connections to the city and surrounding areas. Rico is dedicated to serving the community through exercising rights that are guaranteed by the courts and the Constitution. Rico understands that being accused of a criminal offense is a serious matter and should not be taken lightly. If you are being investigated for a crime or have been charged with a crime, your first and most important move is...
Cecil D. Williams
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Cecil D. Williams
Kansas City, MO Criminal Law Lawyer with 44 years of experience
(816) 842-3245 1150 Grand Blvd Suite 2
Kansas City, MO 64106
Criminal, DWI, Domestic Violence and Traffic Tickets
University of Missouri - Kansas City School of Law
As a defense attorney serving clients in Missouri criminal courts for more than 35 years, it's possible I've helped nearly 100,000 people. There are days when I'm running among 4 or 5 clients in front of several different judges.

To read more about my experience check out the KANSAS CITY STAR articles below my summary.

My philosophy is to FIND THE BEST LONG-TERM SOLUTIONS for my clients facing a wide range of charges including:
? DUI/DWI
? Traffic Violations
? Drug Possession
? Domestic Violence
? Sex Crimes
? Disorderly Conduct
? Assault
? Theft
? Underage Driving
? Vehicle Accidents

My office is particularly skilled at helping clients who have suspended...
Steve Schanker
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Steve Schanker
Kansas City, MO Criminal Law Attorney
(816) 726-7887 1919 Buchanan
Kansas City, MO 64116
Criminal and DWI
University of Missouri - Kansas City
Attorney Steve Schanker is a qualified DUI defense lawyer in Kansas City, MO. He takes pride in his efforts to always try to be the dependable and available attorney that people need and want. Attorney Schanker is determined to always reach the best possible outcome for his clients. He provides high-quality DUI defense representation and has had ample success in countless cases. Steve Schanker does not only represent clients facing DUI charges in Missouri but in the state of Kansas as well. He dedicates his time and effort to each one of his clients in order to help them get...
Mark A Campbell
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Mark A Campbell
Plattsburg, MO Criminal Law Attorney with 8 years of experience
(816) 592-5175 104 E. Maple Street
Plattsburg, MO 64477
Criminal, DWI, Family and Personal Injury
Washburn University School of Law
I'm a licensed attorney in Missouri and Kansas. My general practice firm includes personal injury, wrongful death, criminal defense, DWI/DUI defense, workers compensation, probate, real estate, landlord-tenant, estate planning, etc. I serve most counties in Northwest Missouri including Jackson, Clay, Platte, Ray, Clinton, Caldwell, Daviess, Livingston, DeKalb, Buchanan, Andrew, Holt, Atchison, Worth, Nodaway, Gentry, and Harrison.
Matthew Jones
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Matthew Jones
Maryville, MO Criminal Law Lawyer with 4 years of experience
(660) 582-6633 115 E. 4th St, Suite 8
Maryville, MO 64468
Free ConsultationCriminal, DWI, Divorce and Family
University of Missouri - Kansas City School of Law
Matthew Jones began his legal career by taking an associate position with Anderson, Sundell & Skinner P.C. in 2019. Mr. Jones represents clients in all areas of law and provides legal research and litigation support to Mr. Sundell and Mr. Skinner as needed.

Mr. Jones was raised in Stanberry, Missouri. After graduating from Stanberry High School, Mr. Jones attended Northwest Missouri State University from which he graduated with a degree in Political Science. Mr. Jones graduated from the University of Missouri Kansas City School of Law in 2019. Upon being sworn as a Missouri attorney, Mr. Jones...
Jonathan Matthew Guilfoil
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Jonathan Matthew Guilfoil
North Kansas City, MO Criminal Law Lawyer with 24 years of experience
(816) 842-3717 1236 Swift
North Kansas City, MO 64116
Criminal, DWI, Personal Injury and Traffic Tickets
The Guilfoil Law Group is a Kansas City law firm specializing in alcohol-related vehicular cases or DWI, criminal defense, and personal injury.
Shelley Peters
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Shelley Peters
Kansas City, MO Criminal Law Lawyer with 21 years of experience
600 E. 8th Street
Suite A
Kansas City, MO 64106
Free ConsultationCriminal, DWI and Traffic Tickets
University of Missouri - Kansas City
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...
Casey Y Meek
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Casey Y Meek
Kansas City, MO Criminal Law Attorney with 14 years of experience
(816) 673-3900 926 Cherry Street
Ste 200
Kansas City, MO 64106
Free ConsultationCriminal, Cannabis Law, DWI and White Collar Crime
University of Kansas School of Law
Mr. Meek is licensed in Kansas and Missouri and he practices in municipal, state and federal courts throughout the Topeka, Lawrence and Kansas City metropolitan areas. Mr. Meek represents individuals during the investigation and prosecution of felony and misdemeanor charges, including: drug & alcohol offenses; DUI & other traffic offenses; property crimes; person crimes; and probation violations. Mr. Meek also assists clients with expungements of criminal investigations and convictions.
J. Lindsey Ikram
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J. Lindsey Ikram
Kansas City, MO Criminal Law Lawyer
(816) 597-5966 105 East 5th Street
Suite 402
Kansas City, MO 64106
Free ConsultationCriminal and Personal Injury
University of Missouri - Kansas City
J. Lindsey Ikram co-founded Wood Ikram Law Firm with her father, Randell K. Wood, in 2020. Lindsey Ikram brings a diverse background and broad experience to Wood Ikram Law Firm. She received her bachelor’s degree in History from the University of Missouri-Kansas City and her Juris Doctor from the University of Missouri-Kansas City School of Law in 2015. She has since assisted on multi-jurisdictional trade projects and complex financial transactions. Lindsay enjoys helping clients in a variety of ways, from realizing new business opportunities to righting an economic or personal injury. She applies this experience to her trial advocacy in...
Timothy J Murphy
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Timothy J Murphy
Liberty, MO Criminal Law Lawyer with 20 years of experience
(913) 209-3967 UMB Bank Building
1 Victory Drive, Suite 205
Liberty, MO 64068
Free ConsultationCriminal, DWI, Divorce and Estate Planning
University of Missouri - Kansas City
Timothy J. Murphy joined The Murphy Law Firm in 2003 after graduating from University of Missouri, Kansas City, where here was on the dean's list multiple times. Prior to Law School, he served in the offices of Senator Christopher Bond and Senator and former Attorney General John Ashcroft. Tim Murphy is the only member of The Murphy Law who has been admitted to practice law in both the State of Missouri and the State of Kansas. His practice includes personal injury, domestic litigation, criminal defense, including DWI's and DUI's and traffic tickets, speeding tickets, driving while suspended, collection, wills and trusts, business...
Andrew Tobin Christie
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Andrew Tobin Christie
Kansas City, MO Criminal Law Attorney with 15 years of experience
(816) 533-3456 1201 NW Briarcliff Pkwy
Kansas City, MO 64116
Criminal
University of La Verne College of Law
Exclusively practices criminal defense Extensive trial experience in high level felony matters. Lived in Kansas City entire life.
Andrew Roffmann
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Andrew Roffmann
Liberty, MO Criminal Law Lawyer with 27 years of experience
(816) 781-5728 11 E. Kansas Street
Liberty, MO 64068
Criminal, DWI, Divorce and Traffic Tickets
University of Missouri - Kansas City
James P. Deffet
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James P. Deffet
Smithville, MO Criminal Law Attorney
(816) 532-2345 212 W. Main Street
Smithville, MO 64089
Free ConsultationCriminal, DWI, Personal Injury and Traffic Tickets
Drake University Law School
Jason Grill
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Jason Grill
Kansas City, MO Criminal Law Attorney with 19 years of experience
(816) 741-7711 5555 NW Barry Road
Suite A
Kansas City, MO 64154
Criminal, Bankruptcy, DWI and Personal Injury
University of Missouri - Columbia
Howard L. Lotven
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Howard L. Lotven
Kansas City, MO Criminal Law Lawyer
(816) 295-6822 1100 Walnut Street
Suite 2940
Kansas City, MO 64105
Criminal and Family
University of Missouri - Kansas City School of Law
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...
Matthew Joseph O'Connor
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Matthew Joseph O'Connor
Kansas City, MO Criminal Law Lawyer with 31 years of experience
(816) 842-1111 523 Grand Blvd
Kansas City, MO 64106
Criminal, Appeals, Business and DWI
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.
J Michael Murphy
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J Michael Murphy
Liberty, MO Criminal Law Attorney
(816) 781-8587 UMB Bank Building
1 Victory Drive, Suite 205
Liberty, MO 64068
Criminal, DWI, Elder and Traffic Tickets
University of Missouri - Kansas City
. Michael Murphy founded The Murphy Law Firm as a solo practitioner in 1972. He was joined by his sons Mark J. Murphy in 2000, and Timothy J. Murphy in 2003. He is a former Clay County, Missouri, Assistant Prosecutor, former City of Liberty Prosecutor, and former Judge for the City of Pleasant Valley before serving as its City Attorney and Prosecutor. To date, he has litigated more the 50 jury trials to verdict. He has argued cases at every court level, including the Supreme Court of Missouri and the Supreme Court of Kansas. Mike Murphy's legal roots run deep, as...
Justin Cody Hunt
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Justin Cody Hunt
NORTH KANSAS CITY, MO Criminal Law Lawyer with 9 years of experience
(816) 287-3787 2024 SWIFT STREET
SUITE 102
NORTH KANSAS CITY, MO 64116
Criminal, Animal, DWI and Traffic Tickets
Santa Clara University School of Law
Eric Arthur Sokol
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Eric Arthur Sokol
Kearney, MO Criminal Law Attorney
(816) 533-5699 709 East 16th Street
Kearney, MO 64060
Criminal, DWI, Traffic Tickets and White Collar Crime
California Western School of Law
Eric was born in Saint Joseph, MO. His father, Ronald M. Sokol, was a St. Joe attorney for decades who successfully argued a U.S. Supreme Court case while in his twenties (Wilwording v. Swenson). At six, Eric moved to the Parkville area of Kansas City and later graduated Park Hill High School as one of multiple valedictorians. Eric graduated with an associate degree in paralegal studies from Drury University in 2015. He then worked for years as a paralegal for Springfield-area law firms offering services including personal injury plaintiff representation, family law, criminal defense, traffic citations, bankruptcy, worker’s compensation, business...
Richard L. Carney
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Richard L. Carney
Kansas City, MO Criminal Law Attorney with 40 years of experience
(816) 804-4458 1156 N.W. Vivion Rd
Kansas City, MO 64118
Offers Video ConferencingVideo ConfCriminal, DWI and Personal Injury
Born and raised overseas. Son of a military family; wide exposure to various cultures. Licensed to practice in Kansas and aMissouri. Representing people who need the best representation possible. I have taken on complex criminal cases and tried over 169 jury trials with a high percentage of acquittals. If your looking for the best then you have found the right attorneys.
David Lee Wells
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David Lee Wells
North Kansas City, MO Criminal Law Attorney
(816) 842-2171 329 Armour Rd
North Kansas City, MO 64116
Criminal, DWI, Personal Injury and Traffic Tickets
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...
Alexander Hartley
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Alexander Hartley
Kansas City, MO Criminal Law Lawyer
(816) 451-0909 1475 Walnut St.
Kansas City, MO 64106
Criminal
Paul Katz
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Paul Katz
Kansas City, MO Criminal Law Lawyer with 51 years of experience
(816) 471-7837 312 W 8th St
Kansas City, MO 64105
Criminal, DWI, Insurance Claims and Traffic Tickets
Samuel Lee Scroggie
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Samuel Lee Scroggie
Maryville, MO Criminal Law Lawyer with 22 years of experience
Po Box 552
118 East Third Street
Maryville, MO 64468
Criminal, DWI and Personal Injury
Samuel L. Scroggie, Esquire, is a practicing attorney in Missouri with 17 years of trial experience in both criminal and civil courts. He is licensed in Missouri and South Carolina (licensed in 2002). Located across the street from the Nodaway County Courthouse, in Maryville, Missouri, Mr. Scroggie represents the accused in felony and misdemeanor cases, including alcohol related offenses. Mr. Scroggie is fierce in defending his clients, and doggedly determined to get them the best outcome possible. Often this means going to trial, which Mr. Scroggie does frequently. While criminal defense is Mr. Scroggie's preferred practice, he...
Juliana Rosetta Woodard Johnson
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Juliana Rosetta Woodard Johnson
San Marcos, MO Criminal Law Lawyer with 7 years of experience
(512) 359-2664 1712 N IH 35
San Marcos, MO 64105
Criminal, Bankruptcy, Estate Planning and Family
Charlotte School of Law
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