Atty. Phillip Buchanan Grubaugh

Atty. Phillip Buchanan Grubaugh

Phillip B. Grubaugh has been a distinguished member of the legal profession since 1975, licensed in Missouri.

Kansas City Kansas City 51 yrs experience 51 year
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Profile Summary

About Phillip Buchanan Grubaugh at a glance

Phillip Buchanan Grubaugh is an Of Counsel based in Kansas City, Missouri, practicing at Kansas City Accident Injury Attorneys. They have 51+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1975. Their practice focuses on car accidents, truck accidents, medical malpractice, wrongful death, and personal injury. Admitted to practice in Missouri (1975). Educated at University of Missouri - Columbia School of Law (J.D. UMKC, 1975) and University of Missouri (B.A., 1972). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Serands clients in Kansas City, MO and the surrounding metropolitan area.

Verified attorney profile · Updated June 2026

About

  • Phillip B. Grubaugh has been a distinguished member of the legal profession since 1975, licensed in Missouri
  • A graduate with distinction from the University of Missouri and a member of the Phi Beta Kappa honor society, Phil excelled in his studies at the University of Missouri - Columbia School of Law
  • Awarded the Order of the Coif, he graduated among the top ten in his class
  • Phil began his career at Watson Ess Marshall & Engass, gaining foundational experience in general litigation
  • He later joined Deacy & Deacy, LLP, where he became a partner and built a successful practice in personal injury defense, commercial litigation, and appellate cases over three decades
  • In 2012, Phil transitioned to Kansas City Accident Injury Attorneys (KCAIA) as an Of Counsel attorney, bringing invaluable insight from his defense background
  • At KCAIA, Phil is dedicated to securing just compensation for the seriously injured in the Kansas City metro area, providing personalized attention to each case
  • Recognized as an AV Preeminent attorney by Martindale-Hubbell and a Top Car Accident Attorney by Avvo, Phil holds memberships with The Missouri Bar, the Kansas City Metropolitan Bar Association, and The National Academy of Personal Injury Lawyers

Practice Areas Explained

Phillip Buchanan Grubaugh's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Phillip Buchanan Grubaugh handles, with a brief overview of what that area of law covers.

Car Accidents

Hurt in a car crash? Car accident lawyers fight insurance companies for fair compensation — free consult, no fee unless you win.

Phillip Buchanan Grubaugh is one of 36,807 car accidents attorneys indexed nationally. Browse car accidents attorneys in Missouri →

Truck Accidents

Phillip Buchanan Grubaugh is one of 4,975 truck accidents attorneys indexed nationally. Browse truck accidents attorneys in Missouri →

Medical Malpractice

Medical malpractice lawyers represent patients harmed by negligent doctors, hospitals, and other providers. Free case review, no fee unless you win.

Phillip Buchanan Grubaugh is one of 49,086 medical malpractice attorneys indexed nationally. Browse medical malpractice attorneys in Missouri →

Wrongful Death

Phillip Buchanan Grubaugh is one of 31,253 wrongful death attorneys indexed nationally. Browse wrongful death attorneys in Missouri →

Personal Injury

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.

Phillip Buchanan Grubaugh is one of 264,852 personal injury attorneys indexed nationally. Browse personal injury attorneys in Missouri →

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 Phillip Buchanan Grubaugh

Where is Phillip Buchanan Grubaugh's law office located?
Phillip Buchanan Grubaugh's law practice is located in Kansas City, Missouri. The firm is Kansas City Accident Injury Attorneys. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Phillip Buchanan Grubaugh handle?
Phillip Buchanan Grubaugh focuses on car accidents, truck accidents, medical malpractice, wrongful death, personal injury. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Missouri.
How long has Phillip Buchanan Grubaugh practiced law?
Phillip Buchanan Grubaugh has 51+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1975.
Where did Phillip Buchanan Grubaugh go to law school?
Phillip Buchanan Grubaugh earned their education at (J.D. UMKC, 1975); (B.A., 1972).
How can I contact Phillip Buchanan Grubaugh for a consultation?
You can contact Phillip Buchanan Grubaugh 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 Phillip Buchanan Grubaugh received?
Phillip Buchanan Grubaugh's notable recognition includes: AV Preeminent.

Education

J.D. UMKC
University of Missouri - Columbia School of Law
- 1975
B.A.
University of Missouri
- 1972

Awards

AV Preeminent

Bar Admissions

Missouri
Admitted: 1975

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