Atty. Kelly St. John

Atty. Kelly St. John

Kelly St. John is a dedicated personal injury attorney at Dipasquale Moore, where she applies her extensive background in personal injury , criminal defense, municipal prosecution, ordinance drafting, and contract review to diligently pursue positive outcomes for her clients.

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Profile Summary

About Kelly St. John at a glance

Kelly St. John is a government attorney based in Kansas City, Missouri, practicing at DM Injury Law. Admitted to practice in Missouri, The Missouri Bar and Kansas, Kansas Bar Association. Educated at University of Missouri - Kansas City School of Law (J.D., 2018) and Washburn University (B.A.). Recognitions include Best Lawyers in America — Municipal Law (2026). Serands clients in Kansas City, MO and the surrounding metropolitan area.

Verified attorney profile · Updated June 2026

About

  • Kelly St. John is a dedicated personal injury attorney at Dipasquale Moore, where she applies her extensive background in personal injury, criminal defense, municipal prosecution, ordinance drafting, and contract review to diligently pursue positive outcomes for her clients
  • Growing up in Manhattan, Kansas, Kelly was inspired to pursue a legal career after witnessing the challenges faced by friends and family due to divorce and custody issues
  • Although her interest did not specifically lie in family law, she found her calling in making a difference in other legal fields
  • Kelly began her legal journey as a criminal defense paralegal and later gained significant experience clerking for a judge at Jackson County Courthouse in Kansas City
  • Her background in criminal defense honed her research skills, which she leverages effectively in her personal injury practice
  • At Dipasquale Moore, Kelly approaches each client with compassion and commitment, taking a personal interest in every case she handles
  • Her investigative approach includes a thorough assessment of the situation's details, seeking crucial information to strengthen her clients' cases
  • She also leads the firm's Topeka office
  • After high school in Meriden, Kansas, Kelly attended Washburn University for her bachelor's degree and then pursued her legal education at the University of Missouri–Kansas City School of Law
  • Now residing in Olathe, she continues to be an active member of the community
  • Kelly belongs to several professional organizations, including the Association for Women Lawyers of Greater Kansas City
  • She participated in the Kansas City Metropolitan Bar Association's Ross T. Roberts Trial Academy and contributes to the community by volunteering at the association's annual telethon, assisting the public with legal inquiries
  • She serves on The Missouri Bar’s Young Lawyers’ Section Council for District 3 (Jackson County, Missouri) and engages in charitable efforts for organizations like Hope House, Wayside Waifs, and Missouri Pitbull Rescue
  • Outside the office, Kelly enjoys spending time with her dog at the local bark park, traveling, playing softball, participating in a bowling league, and enjoying recreational sand volleyball
  • Although a dedicated Denver Broncos fan, she frequently attends games with her Chiefs season tickets

Practice Areas Explained

Kelly St. John's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Kelly St. John handles, with a brief overview of what that area of law covers.

Government & Administrative Law

Attorneys for administrative law, agency hearings, government contracts, licensing, and public benefits.

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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 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 Kelly St. John

Where is Kelly St. John's law office located?
Kelly St. John's law practice is located in Kansas City, Missouri. The firm is DM Injury Law. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Kelly St. John handle?
Kelly St. John focuses on government. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Missouri.
Where did Kelly St. John go to law school?
Kelly St. John earned their education at (J.D., 2018); (B.A.).
How can I contact Kelly St. John for a consultation?
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What awards or recognition has Kelly St. John received?
Kelly St. John's notable recognition includes: Best Lawyers in America — Municipal Law.

Practice Areas

Education

J.D.
University of Missouri - Kansas City School of Law
- 2018
B.A.
Washburn University
- In Progress

Awards

Best Lawyers in America — Municipal Law
- 2026

Bar Admissions

Missouri, The Missouri Bar
Kansas, Kansas Bar Association

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