Jerome Lawyers

Dr. Bretton began his professional life as a biomedical researcher. After receiving his PhD, he researched the cellular and biochemical properties of the extracellular matrix of cartridge, skin, cornea and lens. He quickly discovered that he preferred applied science. While working in R&D at Storz Ophthalmic Company in St. Louis, he invented a surgical instrument and a biological agent to prevent the reoccurrence of cataracts. He enjoyed the patent prosecution process and after a change in corporate ownership, he went on to law school. Since Law School, he has worked in a large law firm as...

Tom Davis (Thomas R. Davis) is a personal injury attorney at Brown & Crouppen Law Firm, helping accident and injury victims recover compensation and been named in the National Trial Lawyers Top 100 every year since 2012. As a trial lawyer, Tom has helped secure many notable verdicts, including multiple personal injury cases that have reached a $500,000+ verdict. Tom is licensed to practice in Kansas and Missouri.

Ed Herman is an attorney and managing partner at Brown & Crouppen Law Firm. As a client advocate at the firm, Ed acts in the best interests of the firm's clients, and works to achieve results on their behalf. Brown & Crouppen is among the most recognized law firm's in the Midwest, and is among the most successful law firm's in Missouri with over $1 billion in compensation recovered for clients. Headquartered in St. Louis, Missouri, the firm has over 9 locations. As a personal injury attorney Ed Herman provides legal representation for those who have been injured as a result...

Seth Hicks is a personal injury attorney at Brown & Crouppen Law Firm, and is licensed in Illinois, Missouri. In addition to his work at Brown & Crouppen, Seth also provides pro bono representation through Legal Services of Eastern Missouri.

Mark Johnson (Mark C. Johnson) is a personal injury lawyer at Brown & Crouppen Law Firm. Mark has represented accident and injury victims in a variety of claims, and has successfully negotiated many 6-figure settlements for clients who suffered severe and long-lasting injuries. Mark is licensed to practice in Missouri, Illinois, and Louisiana.

Andrea McNairy is a Partner and attorney at Brown & Crouppen Law Firm where she focuses on the following case types: auto accidents, wrongful death, product liability, and premises liability. Andrea is licensed to practice in Illinois and Missouri.

- Leader of the firm's Appellate and Complex Litigation Team - Named to Missouri Lawyers Media’s POWER LIST of the 30 most powerful appellate attorneys in Missouri - Legal Champion Award from Missouri Lawyer’s Weekly - Outstanding Achievement Award from Missouri Organization of Defense Lawyers (MODL) - Vice Chair of the Missouri Bar’s Appellate Practice Committee, and Chair of its Continuing Legal Education (CLE) Sub-Committee Tim’s colleagues and clients look to him for fresh, creative ideas when faced with challenging circumstances involving a lot of moving parts. Tim joined Sandberg Phoenix in 2002, leads the firm’s Appellate and Complex Litigation Team, and is Chair of Professional...

Jennifer Walsh a personal injury attorney at Brown & Crouppen Law Firm, and fights for those who have been injured in an accident, by dangerous drugs, or by defective products. Jennifer believes that everybody deserves a chance to be heard, regardless of social standing, race, gender, or creed. Before joining Brown & Crouppen in 2008, she worked for both the Missouri State Public Defender System and the Office of the State Appellate Defender of Illinois (OSAD). Licensed to practice in Missouri and Illinois.

David Zevan has been a lawyer for more than 20 years. He received his undergraduate degree in political science and history from the University of Scranton in 1987 and his law degree from the Saint Louis University School of Law in 1991. The Zevan and Davidson Law Firm is one of St. Louis most awarded law firms with over 20 years of experience. David Zevan and Kevin Davidson have a proven track record of getting results in Personal Injury and Medical Malpractice trials. Since 1991, our Personal Injury Lawyers, led by David M. Zevan and Kevin J. Davidson, has been standing...

Before entering law school, John J. Driscoll was appointed to serve as the Jury Commissioner for the Twentieth Judicial Circuit Court of Illinois. After receiving his J.D. from the Saint Louis University School of Law, John set off on his legal career and is now licensed to practice in the states of Illinois, Missouri, and Minnesota. Focusing his practice on helping cerebral palsy victims throughout the nation, John has handled hundreds of cases where he has effectively brought justice to families who have been affected by the negligent actions of medical professionals. Outside of the office, John often attends national...

Michael A. Langella joined Bradley Law Personal Injury Lawyers and focuses his practice on personal injury. His dedication to accident victims coupled with his knowledge of defense practices has led to hundreds of settlements. Before joining Bradley Law Personal Injury Lawyer, Michael spent over two years with another law firm and obtained $1,000,000 in attorneys’ fees that he worked to settle. That means more than 100 cases per year. And before becoming an injury attorney, Michael spent his first four years of practice representing insurance companies and corporations. He has extensive experience in accident cases, product liability, premises liability, and wrongful...

Areas of practice include Estate Planning, Medicaid Planning (long term care benefits), Elder Law, Probate Law and Real Estate Law.

Rich Zalasky (Richard J. Zalasky) is a personal injury attorney and trial lawyer at Brown & Crouppen Law Firm. With over 35 years of experience, Rich has a long history of success that includes hundreds favorable personal injury verdicts and settlements. Since joining Brown & Crouppen in 2010, Rich Zalasky has represented accident and injury victims in a variety of claims including auto accidents, truck accidents, product liability, construction accidents, premises liability, brain injury, and wrongful death.

Three words are repeatedly used by clients to describe me -- down to Earth. When you contact my law firm, you will meet with me, the attorney who will handle your case from beginning to end. I can also come to you whether you are in the hospital or at your home. You will be given my cell phone number and e-mail address. We will make it our business to get to know you and what your specific needs are. You will never be just a file number or a case to us. As challenging as this...

With decades of experience and a long list of satisfied clients throughout both Miami, OK and Joplin, MO, Attorney J. Ken Gallon has built a reputation for dependable criminal defense when it counts. Whether you face charges for DUI, theft, or a violent crime, his team at J. Ken Gallon, Attorney at Law can provide you with a free consultation to plan an effective defense. With decades of experience working in blue-collar jobs, Mr. Gallon understands the unique needs of clients within his community. He can help you plan an effective defense to better protect your future and avoid the...

SEAN T. BRADLEY is registered to practice before the United States Patent and Trademark Office, and is admitted to the Kansas Bar, the Missouri Bar, and the U.S. Court of Appeals for the Eighth and Tenth Circuits. He has served two terms as Chair of the Patent, Trademark and Copyright Committee of the Kansas City Metropolitan Bar Association. Mr. Bradley’s practice includes patent and trademark searches, preparing and prosecuting patent applications, both in the US and internationally, and preparing and prosecuting trademark and copyright applications for registration. Additional services include preparing confidentiality or non-disclosure agreements, assignments, and license agreements,...

After practicing with Wallace W. Lien, a firm specializing in land use in Salem, Oregon, Ms. Anderson opened her practice in Long Beach, Washington in 2001 where she zealously represented juvenile and adult clients in criminal,, family, and civil cases. Ms. Anderson practiced in in Washington and Oregon until she relocated back to Missouri in 2006.

Ms. Anderson continued to work in her own firm until she joined the Missouri Public Defender's Office in 2012. As a member of the Public Defender's office, Ms. Anderson represented a multitude of clients in felony and misdemeanor cases and probation violations ranging...

John Burnett has been a practicing attorney in Kansas City since 1978. From 2002 to 2010 he also served as State Representative in the Missouri house. He is now in practice in Independence Missouri

Brett Burmeister practices in civil litigation with a focus on serious personal injury and wrongful death matters. He also represents clients in business litigation, bankruptcy, and other practice areas. He is a licensed real estate broker and handles property transactions and disputes as well. At Burmeister Gilmore LLP, the law firm’s maxim is Clients Come First. It is a fundamental principle that Mr. Burmeister follows in every case. He is honored to help personal injury victims and wrongful death surviving family members recover and enjoys problem-solving with business clients.

From 2012 to 2017, Mr. Burmeister’s peers named him to the Super...

Kelly Keefe focuses her practice on the area of family law. She is passionate about working with families and dedicated to providing individualized legal services to meet her clients' needs. Kelly understands the importance of being accessible to clients and assisting them throughout each step of the legal process.

Kelly has personal experience in a highly contested custody matter. This allows her to relate to her clients experience and serves as her motivation to fight for her clients.

Douglas R. Horn founded The Horn Law Firm in 1990. Over the past 20 years, Horn has handled numerous personal injury and wrongful death cases in the areas of motor vehicle accident, premises liability , medication error, industrial accident , worker's compensation, and catastrophic injury. Horn represents clients in Missouri and across the Midwest. Different aspects of Horn's law practice have been profiled in the news media and he frequently publishes in the area of personal injury law.

Jessica Forgione Speckman is an attorney in the Lees Summit area who is knowledgeable and experienced in the area of family law. She is dedicated to serving her client’s needs by spending the time to get to know her clients and their concerns. As an attorney, communication and the ability to understand a client’s needs are important tools in assessing legal options and advocating for real life solutions. In addition, Jessica believes in being accessible to her clients; giving them the added piece of mind they need during their case.

Jessica is licensed in the state of Missouri and has...

Joshua practices in the area of general litigation. As a former collegiate athlete, he offers a unique skill set that allows him to provide his clients with high-quality, cost-effective representation. First, Joshua uses the perseverance and drive he learned on the field to fight relentlessly for every inch of ground on his clients’ behalf. He is an aggressive advocate, committed to zealously protecting his clients’ rights and interests. Second, Joshua understands the value of tireless preparation and attention to detail, which are just as crucial to success in the practice of law as they are in sports. He goes the...

Mr. Leon Versfeld serves as the United States Managing Partner of the Global Immigration Law Firm of Versfeld & Hugo, LLC. He represents a variety of small and Fortune Companies both nationally and internationally on the hiring of Foreign National Workers, Executives and Specialized Workers; and advises them on Labor Certifications, and all issues relating to Immigration Employment Compliance and hiring practices including I-9. Mr. Versfeld also represents a variety of athletes, scientists and artists with extra ordinary ability in helping them get green cards to the United States. He serves as the immigration counsel to...

Michael J. Watton is the senior partner at Watton Law Group. As a leading national consumer bankruptcy lawyer, he has guided thousands of clients through bankruptcy and debt consolidation, as well as successfully representing individuals in suits against mortgage servicers, payday lenders, and large financial companies. Mr. Watton is admitted to practice in the state courts of Wisconsin, Colorado, Missouri, Utah, Ohio, Florida, New York, Arkansas, Virginia, Arizona, and Kansas, as well as the federal courts in certain districts of those states and in the US 7th and 8th Circuit Courts of Appeals. Attorney Watton is AV Rated by Martindale-Hubbell,...

My practice is primarily focused on commercial litigation and white-collar criminal defense and compliance matters. I help businesses and individuals navigate their way through high-stakes litigation, investigations, and regulatory matters. My clients often come to me at difficult times. I understand the stress and anxiety they face and take their trust very seriously, working diligently to find unique solutions to their individual problems. I have a wide range of experience in both state and federal courts. This includes matters involving complex business litigation, criminal defense and compliance issues, constitutional challenges, civil rights litigation, and employment cases.

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...

Mr Davis is admitted to the Missouri and District of Columbia Bar Associations, as as Federal, Appellate and U.S. Supreme Court Bar Associations. He has served as an Assistant Prosecutor, Municipal Judge, and City Attorney for several jurisdictions., and has over 30 years of trial and court room experience as a defense attorney in private practice.Today, his primary focus is on marijuana criminal defense and cannabis business law. He consults individuals and businesses on regulatory matters and licensing issues related to the cannabis industry, and is recognized state wide as a legal specialist and advocate for a legal cannabis program...

Steve Sanders is the founding partner at Sanders.Law and a skilled personal injury lawyer in Kansas City. He is committed to helping clients during one of the worst moments of their lives. He passionately advocates on behalf of injury victims, ensuring their voice is heard in court. He began his legal journey at Southwest Baptist University, where he earned a B.A. in Religious Studies. He went on to the University of Missouri-Kansas City School of Law for his Juris Doctor. Attorney Sanders is a member of organizations such as the Kansas City Metropolitan Bar Association, The American Association for Justice,...

Experienced attorney licensed in 1993. We offer a family friendly environment--kids are welcome. Our office cares about you and your family as we have family of our own. I am a mom of 4 kids so I understand your busy life. The staff here are friendly and take time to know you as a person and not just a client number. Some of our areas of practice offer incentives for you to move your case along quickly. Further, we offer a former client discount on your future legal needs once your case is completed....

Kevin Corlew understands business law in Kansas City. He has successfully represented companies of all sizes in business transactions and lawsuits. He also represents faith-based organizations to protect First Amendment religious liberties. In additions, Kevin advises on election and campaign law.

In addition to helping entrepreneurs, startups, and small-to-midsize companies in business and employment matters, Kevin helps them comply with regulations and interact with government entities. Kevin understands government. He served as a Regional Representative for the U.S. Department of Labor in the states of Missouri, Kansas, and Nebraska. He also served on the school board for a large public school...

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...

Shelley L. Bishop

Admitted: Missouri – June, 2001; Texas – November 1996

Law School: University of Texas, J.D., 1996

College: University of Colorado, B.A. Psychology; 1990

Member: Clay County Bar Association; Missouri Bar Association; State Bar of Texas; Kearney Rotary Club

Military Service: United States Air Force, 1979-1982

Born: Nürnberg, Germany – 1960

At the Law Office of Shelley L. Bishop, we listen carefully to our clients to determine their unique circumstances and are dedicated to helping our clients navigate the often difficult and emotionally draining periods created by divorce; child custody disputes; domestic violence; child support disputes; guardianships and/or conservatorships.

Since relocating...

My firm is located in historic Westport in Kansas City, Missouri. I enjoy representing individuals and businesses with a variety of legal matters.