Atty. Jeffrey A. Burns
Jeff Burns is one of the preeminent truck crash attorneys in the country. Over the span of his career he has not only tirelessly fought for justice for his clients, but more importantly, has worked on a national level to reform and change the trucking industry to be safer.
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About Jeffrey A. Burns at a glance
Jeffrey A. Burns is a Partner based in Kansas City, Missouri, practicing at Dollar, Burns, Becker & Hershewe, LC. They have 43+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1983. Their practice focuses on truck accidents. Admitted to practice in Missouri (1983), U.S. District Court, Western District of Missouri (1983), U.S. Court of Appeals, First Circuit (1985), and U.S. Court of Appeals, Eighth Circuit (1988). Educated at University of Missouri-Columbia (J.D., 1983) and Truman State University (B.S.E., 1978). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Serands clients in Kansas City, MO and the surrounding metropolitan area.
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- Jeff Burns is one of the preeminent truck crash attorneys in the country
- Over the span of his career he has not only tirelessly fought for justice for his clients, but more importantly, has worked on a national level to reform and change the trucking industry to be safer
- He has spent almost as much time in Washington D.C. as Kansas City educating the public and working for rule changes, stronger laws and stricter enforcement
- Jeff’s goal is to help trucking companies realize there is a return on investment when they institute or strengthen safety programs
- There is less litigation, and drivers stay with companies longer when they see stronger safety rules as a genuine commitment to help protect them
- Awards and Honors Best Lawyers in America – 2010-2022 Super Lawyers, Top 100 in Missouri and Kansas/ Top 50 in Kansas City – 2005-2021 The National Trial Lawyer’s – Top 25 Motor Vehicle Attorneys in Missouri – 2012-2019 The National Trial Lawyer’s – Top 100 Civil Plaintiff Attorneys in Missouri – 2009-2019 American Trial Lawyers Association – Top 100 Trial Lawyers in America – 2008-2016 National Registry of Who’s Who – Lifetime Member Truck Safety Coalition – Distinguished Service Award – 2005 Parents Against Tired Truckers – Lifesaver Award – 1998 Missouri Lawyers Weekly – Unsung Hero Award – 1996
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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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