Atty. David Robert Erickson
Atty. David Robert Erickson is a lawyer practicing environmental law, toxic torts, climate change and 5 other areas of law.
Climate Change & More Attorney · Serving Kansas City, MO · 45+ Years Experience
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About David Robert Erickson at a Glance
David Robert Erickson is a Partner based in Kansas City, Missouri, practicing at Shook, Hardy & Bacon L.L.P.. They have 45+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1981. Their practice focuses on personal injury, business, real estate, construction, and litigation. Admitted to practice in U.S. District Court, Western District of Missouri (1981), Missouri (1981), U.S. Court of Appeals, Eighth Circuit (1982), and Kansas (1985). Educated at University of Iowa College of Law (J.D., 1981) and University of Texas at Arlington (B.A., 1978). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Active member of Kansas City Metropolitan. Serves clients in Kansas City, MO and the surrounding metropolitan area.
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About David Robert Erickson
- Atty. David Robert Erickson is a lawyer practicing environmental law, toxic torts, climate change and 5 other areas of law
- David received a B.A. degree from University of Texas at Arlington in 1978, and has been licensed for 45 years
- David practices at Shook, Hardy & Bacon L.L.P. in Kansas City, MO
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David Robert Erickson's Areas of Legal Practice
Each practice area below reflects the types of cases David Robert Erickson handles, with a practical overview of what that area of law involves and how it may apply to your situation in Kansas City.
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.
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Business & Corporate Law in Kansas City
Business attorneys advise founders and growing companies on entity formation, contracts, financing, M&A, and dispute resolution.
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Real Estate Law in Kansas City
Real estate attorneys handle home purchases, sales, commercial transactions, title disputes, and landlord-tenant matters.
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Construction Law in Kansas City
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Civil Litigation in Kansas City
Civil litigation attorneys for breach of contract, business disputes, civil rights, and class action lawsuits.
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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 Robert Erickson
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 Robert Erickson's practice in the field of personal injury, business, real estate, construction, and litigation.
Decade-Tested Legal Experience
David Robert Erickson brings 45+ 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 U.S. District Court, Western District of Missouri, Missouri, and U.S. Court of Appeals, Eighth Circuit, David Robert Erickson can represent clients in cases that span state lines or require counsel in multiple jurisdictions.
Broad Practice Area Coverage
Covering personal injury, business, and real estate, David Robert Erickson 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 Robert Erickson 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 Robert Erickson Handles in Kansas City
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