Atty. Daniel T. DeFeo
Daniel T. DeFeo graduated cum laude from Rockhurst University in Kansas City and went on to earn his Juris Doctorate from Saint Louis University School of Law in 1986.
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Daniel T. DeFeo is a Member based in Kansas City, Missouri, practicing at The DeFeo Law Firm. They have 40+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1986. Their practice focuses on car accidents, medical malpractice, wrongful death, personal injury, and workers comp. Admitted to practice in Missouri (1986) and U.S. Court of Appeals, Tenth Circuit Illinois (1986). Educated at Saint Louis University School of Law (J.D., 1986) and Rockhurst College (B.A., 1982). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Active member of Missouri Association of Trial Attorneys Bar Association of Metropolitan St and Louis American Association for Justice National Trial Lawyers Attorneys Information Exchange Group The Association of Trial Lawyers of America Kansas City Metropolitan Bar Association. Serands clients in Kansas City, MO and the surrounding metropolitan area.
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- Daniel T. DeFeo graduated cum laude from Rockhurst University in Kansas City and went on to earn his Juris Doctorate from Saint Louis University School of Law in 1986
- Following his admission to the Missouri Bar, he gained authorization to practice before the U.S
- Court of Appeals for the 10th and 8th Circuits and the U.S
- District Court for the Western District of Missouri
- Attorney DeFeo is known for his advocacy on behalf of clients injured or killed due to defective vehicles
- His work includes successful cases against major automotive companies, including General Motors, Ford, Toyota, Volvo, and Chrysler, as well as against manufacturers of agricultural and industrial vehicles, such as Caterpillar, Crown, Mitsubishi, Gehi, and Yale
- Esteemed among his peers, Attorney DeFeo holds an AV® Rating from Martindale-Hubbell® and has earned high praise from his clients
- Additionally, he serves as a peer-reviewed editor for Trial Magazine, contributing his insight to this professional publication
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Daniel T. DeFeo's Areas of Practice
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Hurt in a car crash? Car accident lawyers fight insurance companies for fair compensation — free consult, no fee unless you win.
Daniel T. DeFeo is one of 36,807 car accidents attorneys indexed nationally. Browse car accidents attorneys in Missouri →
Medical malpractice lawyers represent patients harmed by negligent doctors, hospitals, and other providers. Free case review, no fee unless you win.
Daniel T. DeFeo is one of 49,086 medical malpractice attorneys indexed nationally. Browse medical malpractice attorneys in Missouri →
Daniel T. DeFeo is one of 31,253 wrongful death attorneys indexed nationally. Browse wrongful death attorneys in Missouri →
Personal injury attorneys help accident victims recover compensation for medical bills, lost wages, and pain & suffering. Most work on contingency — no fee unless you win.
Daniel T. DeFeo is one of 264,852 personal injury attorneys indexed nationally. Browse personal injury attorneys in Missouri →
Workers compensation lawyers help injured workers get medical care, lost wages, and disability benefits. Free consult, no fee unless you win.
Daniel T. DeFeo is one of 55,389 workers comp attorneys indexed nationally. Browse workers comp attorneys in Missouri →
Jurisdictional Context
Why local counsel matters in Missouri
Practicing law in Missouri. Legal matters in Missouri are governed by state-specific rules of civil and criminal procedure, statutes of limitations, and substantive law. Cases originating in Kansas City are typically filed in the local municipal court or the appropriate Missouri state district court, depending on subject matter and amount in controversy. An attorney licensed in Missouri brings working knowledge of local procedural deadlines, judicial practices in this andnue, and the substantive law that applies to cases brought here. Out-of-state attorneys generally cannot represent clients in Missouri courts without local counsel or pro hac vice admission.
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