Atty. David M Peterson

Atty. David M Peterson

David M Peterson is a lawyer practicing class action, airplane crash litigation, asbestos litigation and 26 other areas of law. David received a B.S. degree from University of Missouri at Columbia in 1981, and has been licensed for 42 years.

Kansas City Kansas City 42 yrs experience 42 year
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Profile Summary

About David M Peterson at a glance

David M Peterson is a Member based in Kansas City, Missouri, practicing at Peterson & Associates, P.C.. They have 42+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1984. Their practice focuses on car accidents, truck accidents, medical malpractice, wrongful death, and personal injury. Admitted to practice in Missouri (1984), Massachusetts (1993), and Minnesota (2006). Educated at University of Missouri at Columbia (J.D. Mechanical, 1984) and University of Missouri at Columbia (B.S. Mechanical, 1981). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Active member of The Missouri Bar American Association for Justice The Missouri Association of Trial Attorneys The Million Dollar Advocates Forum. Serands clients in Kansas City, MO and the surrounding metropolitan area.

Verified attorney profile · Updated June 2026

About

  • David M Peterson is a lawyer practicing class action, airplane crash litigation, asbestos litigation and 26 other areas of law
  • David received a B.S. degree from University of Missouri at Columbia in 1981, and has been licensed for 42 years
  • David practices at Peterson & Associates, P.C. in Kansas City, MO

Practice Areas Explained

David M Peterson's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases David M Peterson handles, with a brief overview of what that area of law covers.

Car Accidents

Hurt in a car crash? Car accident lawyers fight insurance companies for fair compensation — free consult, no fee unless you win.

David M Peterson is one of 36,807 car accidents attorneys indexed nationally. Browse car accidents attorneys in Missouri →

Truck Accidents

David M Peterson is one of 4,975 truck accidents attorneys indexed nationally. Browse truck accidents attorneys in Missouri →

Medical Malpractice

Medical malpractice lawyers represent patients harmed by negligent doctors, hospitals, and other providers. Free case review, no fee unless you win.

David M Peterson is one of 49,086 medical malpractice attorneys indexed nationally. Browse medical malpractice attorneys in Missouri →

Wrongful Death

David M Peterson is one of 31,253 wrongful death attorneys indexed nationally. Browse wrongful death attorneys in Missouri →

Personal Injury

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 M Peterson is one of 264,852 personal injury attorneys indexed nationally. Browse personal injury 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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Frequently Asked

Common questions about David M Peterson

Where is David M Peterson's law office located?
David M Peterson's law practice is located in Kansas City, Missouri. The firm is Peterson & Associates, P.C.. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does David M Peterson handle?
David M Peterson focuses on car accidents, truck accidents, medical malpractice, wrongful death, personal injury. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Missouri.
How long has David M Peterson practiced law?
David M Peterson has 42+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1984.
Where did David M Peterson go to law school?
David M Peterson earned their education at (J.D. Mechanical, 1984); (B.S. Mechanical, 1981).
How can I contact David M Peterson for a consultation?
You can contact David M Peterson directly through this profile page. Click "Ask the Attorney" to submit a question, or "Schedule a Consultation" to book a meeting. Most claimed-profile attorneys respond within one business day.
What awards or recognition has David M Peterson received?
David M Peterson's notable recognition includes: AV Preeminent.

Education

J.D. Mechanical
University of Missouri at Columbia
- 1984
B.S. Mechanical
University of Missouri at Columbia
- 1981

Awards

AV Preeminent

Bar Admissions

Missouri
Admitted: 1984
Massachusetts
Admitted: 1993
Minnesota
Admitted: 2006

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