Atty. Derrick Anthony Pearce

Atty. Derrick Anthony Pearce

Derrick Anthony Pearce is a lawyer practicing litigation, employee benefits. Derrick received a B.A. degree from University of Missouri at Columbia in 1991, and has been licensed for 32 years.

North Kansas City North Kansas City 32 yrs experience 32 year
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Profile Summary

About Derrick Anthony Pearce at a glance

Derrick Anthony Pearce is an Attorney based in North Kansas City, Missouri, practicing at BurnettDriskill. They have 32+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1994. Their practice focuses on employment and litigation. Admitted to practice in Kansas U.S. District Court, District of Kansas (1994) and Missouri U.S. Court of Appeals, Eighth Circuit U.S. District Court, Western District of Missouri (1995). Educated at University of Missouri at Kansas City School of Law (J.D., 1994) and University of Missouri at Columbia (B.A. History, 1991). Recognitions include BV Distinguished. Active member of Kansas Bar Association The Missouri Bar. Serands clients in North Kansas City, MO and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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About

  • Derrick Anthony Pearce is a lawyer practicing litigation, employee benefits
  • Derrick received a B.A. degree from University of Missouri at Columbia in 1991, and has been licensed for 32 years
  • Derrick practices at BurnettDriskill in North Kansas City, MO

Practice Areas Explained

Derrick Anthony Pearce's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Derrick Anthony Pearce handles, with a brief overview of what that area of law covers.

Employment Law

Employment lawyers represent workers in wrongful termination, discrimination, harassment, wage & hour disputes, and severance negotiations.

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Civil Litigation

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 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 North 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 Derrick Anthony Pearce

Where is Derrick Anthony Pearce's law office located?
Derrick Anthony Pearce's law practice is located in North Kansas City, Missouri. The firm is BurnettDriskill. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Derrick Anthony Pearce handle?
Derrick Anthony Pearce focuses on employment, litigation. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Missouri.
How long has Derrick Anthony Pearce practiced law?
Derrick Anthony Pearce has 32+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1994.
Where did Derrick Anthony Pearce go to law school?
Derrick Anthony Pearce earned their education at (J.D., 1994); (B.A. History, 1991).
How can I contact Derrick Anthony Pearce for a consultation?
You can contact Derrick Anthony Pearce 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 Derrick Anthony Pearce received?
Derrick Anthony Pearce's notable recognition includes: BV Distinguished.

Practice Areas

Education

J.D.
University of Missouri at Kansas City School of Law
- 1994
B.A. History
University of Missouri at Columbia
- 1991

Awards

BV Distinguished

Bar Admissions

Kansas U.S. District Court, District of Kansas
Admitted: 1994
Missouri U.S. Court of Appeals, Eighth Circuit U.S. District Court, Western District of Missouri
Admitted: 1995

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