Atty. John Michael Cusick
John Cusick grew up in a small town outside Milwaukee, Wisconsin. He is a graduate of Marquette University High School.
Civil Litigation & More Attorney · Serving Kansas City, MO · 25+ Years Experience
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About John Michael Cusick at a Glance
John Michael Cusick is an Of Counsel based in Kansas City, Missouri, practicing at Barnes Law Firm. They have 25+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 2001. Their practice focuses on medical malpractice, personal injury, product liability, and litigation. Admitted to practice in Missouri (2001), Kansas (2002), and U.S. District Court, Western District of Missouri (2004). Educated at University of Missouri, Kansas City (J.D., 2000) and Creighton University (B.A. English, 1996). Active member of Kansas City Metropolitan Bar Association The Missouri Bar American Association for Justice. Serves clients in Kansas City, MO and the surrounding metropolitan area.
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About John Michael Cusick
- John Cusick grew up in a small town outside Milwaukee, Wisconsin
- He is a graduate of Marquette University High School
- He received his Bachelor’s of Art in English Literature from Creighton University in Omaha, Nebraska where he met his wife Barbara
- After graduating college, he moved to Kansas City and received his Juris Doctor from the University of Missouri-Kansas City School of Law
- Upon completion of law school, he served as the judicial law clerk for The Honorable Edith L. Messina of the Circuit Court of Jackson County, Missouri
- John has devoted his entire legal career to litigation and representing injured people and their families
- He has focused his practice in the areas of pharmaceutical liability, automobile/tractor trailer litigation, lead paint litigation, product liabilities, medical/professional liability, railroad crossing litigation, and employment law
- John is licensed to practice law in the states of Missouri and Kansas and is also admitted to practice before the Untied States District Court-Western District and the District Court of Kansas
- He is an active member of many legal organizations including, the Missouri Bar Association, the Kansas Bar Association, Missouri Association of Trial Attorneys, the Association of Trial Lawyers of America, and the Kansas City Metropolitan Bar Association
- John is a recipient of the 2006 Kansas City Metropolitan Bar Foundation’s Presidential Award
- John has also been recognized by his peers as being “Best of the Bar”
- In his free time, John enjoys spending time with his wife and their three sons
- He coaches football, basketball and lacrosse
- He also enjoys playing softball, golfing and listening to live music
- John has become a zealous advocate for the Arthritis Foundation and served as a board member for the Foundation’s local and regional boards since 2010
Practice Areas Explained
John Michael Cusick's Areas of Legal Practice
Each practice area below reflects the types of cases John Michael Cusick handles, with a practical overview of what that area of law involves and how it may apply to your situation in Kansas City.
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.
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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.
John Michael Cusick is one of 262,557 personal injury attorneys indexed nationally. Browse personal injury attorneys in Missouri →
Product Liability in Kansas City
John Michael Cusick is one of 65,610 product liability attorneys indexed nationally. Browse product liability attorneys in Missouri →
Civil Litigation in Kansas City
Civil litigation attorneys for breach of contract, business disputes, civil rights, and class action lawsuits.
John Michael Cusick is one of 450,751 litigation attorneys indexed nationally. Browse litigation 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 John Michael Cusick
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 John Michael Cusick's practice in the field of medical malpractice, personal injury, product liability, and litigation.
Decade-Tested Legal Experience
John Michael Cusick brings 25+ 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, Kansas, and U.S. District Court, Western District of Missouri, John Michael Cusick can represent clients in cases that span state lines or require counsel in multiple jurisdictions.
Broad Practice Area Coverage
Covering medical malpractice, personal injury, and product liability, John Michael Cusick 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 John Michael Cusick 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 John Michael Cusick Handles in Kansas City
Below is a representative sample of the types of matters John Michael Cusick 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 John Michael Cusick directly to discuss the specifics of your situation.
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