Atty. David Johnson
Attorney Dave Johnson is passionate about fighting for the rights of his clients, and he has worked tirelessly throughout his career to ensure each and every injured person he represents has a voice. When Dave works with new clients he strives to put himself in their shoes.
Brain Injury & More Attorney · Serving Kansas City, MO · 17+ Years Experience
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About David Johnson at a Glance
David Johnson is a Trial Attorney based in Kansas City, Missouri, practicing at DM Injury Law. They have 17+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 2009. Their practice focuses on car accidents, medical malpractice, personal injury, slip & fall, and tbi/sci. Admitted to practice in Missouri (2009) and Kansas (2014). Educated at University of Missouri-Columbia School of Law J.D. (—) and Truman State University (—). Serves clients in Kansas City, MO and the surrounding metropolitan area.
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About David Johnson
- Attorney Dave Johnson is passionate about fighting for the rights of his clients, and he has worked tirelessly throughout his career to ensure each and every injured 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 use his compassionate nature, alongside his ample legal experience, to fight back against big corporations and other wrongdoers
- In college, Dave focused on advocacy, public speaking, debate, forensics, and mock trial
- 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 personal injury victims who might otherwise go overlooked
- When you work with Dave, you can expect attentive, hands-on legal guidance and aggressive legal advocacy
- He has been involved in every part of the legal process throughout his ample years as an attorney, and he knows what to do in order to help his clients obtain the compensation they’re owed
- Dave focuses primarily on wrongful death cases, insurer negligence, insurance bad faith, and various other types of personal injury cases
- In his spare time, Dave enjoys spending time with his wife and son and is an avid tennis player
- He’s also very involved in his church and serves as a youth ministry leader, outreach leader, and teacher
- Dave also volunteers with Big Brothers Big Sisters of Kansas City and Mothers Against Drunk Driving (MADD)
- AWARDS • Super Lawyers ® Rising Stars 2014 – 2020 • Keenan Ball Trial College Graduate • 10 Best Client Satisfaction Award from the American Institute of Personal Injury Attorneys • Top 40 Under 40 Trial Lawyers of America • Five-Star “Lawyer of Distinction” • Top 25 Motor Vehicle Trial Lawyers • Top 100 Trial Lawyers of America • 10 Best Under 40 from the American Institute of Personal Injury Attorneys • Top 40 Under 40 from the American Academy of Attorneys • Top 10 Attorney from Attorney and Practice Magazine PROFESSIONAL ASSOCIATIONS • Missouri Bar Association • Kansas Bar Association • American Bar Association • Missouri Association of Trial Attorneys • Kansas Trial Lawyers Association • American Association for Justice • Academy of Truck Accident Attorneys • Keenan Trial Institute • Christian Legal Society • Christian Trial Lawyers Association • The Federalist Society • Kansas City Metropolitan Bar Association
Practice Areas Explained
David Johnson's Areas of Legal Practice
Each practice area below reflects the types of cases David Johnson handles, with a practical overview of what that area of law involves and how it may apply to your situation in Kansas City.
Car Accidents in Kansas City
Hurt in a car crash? Car accident lawyers fight insurance companies for fair compensation — free consult, no fee unless you win.
David Johnson is one of 36,434 car accidents attorneys indexed nationally. Browse car accidents attorneys in Missouri →
Medical Malpractice in Kansas City
Medical malpractice lawyers represent patients harmed by negligent doctors, hospitals, and other providers. Free case review, no fee unless you win.
David Johnson is one of 48,593 medical malpractice attorneys indexed nationally. Browse medical malpractice attorneys in Missouri →
Personal Injury in Kansas City
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.
David Johnson is one of 262,557 personal injury attorneys indexed nationally. Browse personal injury attorneys in Missouri →
Slip & Fall / Premises Liability in Kansas City
David Johnson is one of 29,187 slip & fall attorneys indexed nationally. Browse slip & fall attorneys in Missouri →
Brain & Spinal Cord Injury in Kansas City
David Johnson is one of 10,159 tbi/sci attorneys indexed nationally. Browse tbi/sci attorneys in Missouri →
Jurisdictional Context
Why Local Counsel Matters in Kansas City
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 venue, 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.
Kansas City Courts and Legal Process
Choosing a Kansas City-based attorney means your counsel already knows the local docketing timelines, preferred filing formats, and how individual judges typically rule on procedural motions — details that only come from practicing in this jurisdiction day after day. That local familiarity can translate to better strategy, faster filings, and fewer costly surprises.
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Professional Profile
Why Clients in Kansas City Choose David Johnson
Selecting an attorney is one of the most consequential decisions you can make when a legal matter arises. Below are the core qualities that distinguish David Johnson's practice in the field of car accidents, medical malpractice, personal injury, slip & fall, and tbi/sci.
Decade-Tested Legal Experience
David Johnson brings 17+ years of hands-on legal practice — enough to have navigated the recurring fact patterns, procedural traps, and negotiation dynamics that shape case outcomes.
Multi-State Bar Admission
Licensed in Missouri and Kansas, David Johnson can represent clients in cases that span state lines or require counsel in multiple jurisdictions.
Broad Practice Area Coverage
Covering car accidents, medical malpractice, and personal injury, David Johnson can address the full spectrum of a client's legal needs without requiring referrals to separate specialists for each issue.
Local Presence in Kansas City
A Kansas City-based practice means David Johnson attends hearings in the same courthouses, knows the local clerks, and understands the unwritten scheduling norms that affect every case filed here.
Case Types
Common Legal Issues David Johnson Handles in Kansas City
Below is a representative sample of the types of matters David Johnson has experience with under Missouri law. If your situation involves one of these case categories, this attorney may be well positioned to help you understand your options.
This list is illustrative, not exhaustive. Contact David Johnson directly to discuss the specifics of your situation.
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