Atty. Dave Tyler Johnson

Atty. Dave Tyler Johnson

Dave Johnson is passionate about fighting for the rights of his clients. He has worked tirelessly throughout his career to ensure that every person he represents has a voice.

Kansas City Kansas City 29 yrs experience 29 year
Call (816) 744-8444 Book Appointment

Profile Summary

About Dave Tyler Johnson at a glance

Dave Tyler Johnson is a Trial Attorney based in Kansas City, Missouri, practicing at DM Injury Law. They have 29+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1997. Admitted to practice in Louisiana (1997). Educated at Louisiana State University and A. and M. College (J.D., 1997) and Louisiana State University and A. and M. College (B.A., 1994). Serands clients in Kansas City, MO and the surrounding metropolitan area.

Verified attorney profile · Updated June 2026

About

  • Dave Johnson is passionate about fighting for the rights of his clients
  • He has worked tirelessly throughout his career to ensure that every person he represents has a voice
  • When Dave works with new clients, he strives to put himself in their shoes
  • Because of this empathetic mentality, he is able to fight back against big corporations and other wrongdoers
  • In college, Dave focused on advocacy, public speaking, debate, forensics, and mock trials
  • He received several recognitions in mock trial competitions, served on the Board of Advocates, and directed a mock trial competition
  • After school, Dave went on to work with a Jackson County Circuit Court judge as a law clerk, where he first realized his passion for personal injury law
  • As a Special Assistant Attorney General for the Missouri Department of Revenue, he litigated several cases against drunk drivers before moving on to advocate for other injury victims who might go overlooked
  • When you work with Dave, you can expect attentive, hands-on legal guidance and aggressive legal advocacy
  • Dave focuses primarily on wrongful death cases, motorcycle accidents, insurer negligence, insurance bad faith, and more
  • In his spare time, Dave enjoys spending time with his wife, son, and two daughters
  • He is an avid tennis player
  • He’s also very involved in his church and serves as a teacher
  • Dave also volunteers with Big Brothers Big Sisters of Kansas City and Mothers Against Drunk Driving (MADD)

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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Frequently Asked

Common questions about Dave Tyler Johnson

Where is Dave Tyler Johnson's law office located?
Dave Tyler Johnson's law practice is located in Kansas City, Missouri. The firm is DM Injury Law. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
How long has Dave Tyler Johnson practiced law?
Dave Tyler Johnson has 29+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1997.
Where did Dave Tyler Johnson go to law school?
Dave Tyler Johnson earned their education at (J.D., 1997); (B.A., 1994).
How can I contact Dave Tyler Johnson for a consultation?
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Education

J.D.
Louisiana State University and A. and M. College
- 1997
B.A.
Louisiana State University and A. and M. College
- 1994

Bar Admissions

Louisiana
Admitted: 1997

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