Atty. Tim Becker

Atty. Tim Becker

During his nearly 30-year legal career, Tim Becker has become known and revered as one of this nation’s leading truck crash attorneys. Through his work at Dollar, Burns, Becker & Hershewe, Tim has tried truck crashes in 33 of the 50 states and won millions of dollars in settlements for his clients.

Kansas City Kansas City 35 Years Experience 35 year
Call (816) 876-2600

Profile Summary

About Tim Becker at a glance

Tim Becker is a personal injury attorney based in Kansas City, Missouri, practicing at Dollar, Burns, Becker & Hershewe LC. They have 35+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1991. Admitted to practice in Missouri (1991). Educated at University of Missouri – Kansas City (—, 1991) and Rockhurst University (—, 1989). Recognitions include Best Lawyers in America — Personal Injury Litigation - Plaintiffs (2026), Best Lawyers in America — Transportation Law (2026), and Best Lawyers in America — Awards: (2026). Serves clients in Kansas City, MO and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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  • During his nearly 30-year legal career, Tim Becker has become known and revered as one of this nation’s leading truck crash attorneys
  • Through his work at Dollar, Burns, Becker & Hershewe, Tim has tried truck crashes in 33 of the 50 states and won millions of dollars in settlements for his clients
  • Tim knows, without exception, truck crashes are not accidents
  • There is a reason the crash happened, and he works tirelessly to find out why
  • Tim knows the patterns, what to look for, what documents the trucking companies should have and what its drivers should be doing
  • This is why Tim is so effective, and what makes Dollar, Burns, Becker & Hershewe one of the most sought-after truck crash law firms in the country
  • For Tim, the settlements are not what matters
  • It’s being able to provide comfort and hope for the families of truck crash victims, and being their voice for change so this doesn’t happen again
  • Two of his most noteworthy cases includes the Breedlove vs
  • S&H Express, Inc
  • Jeffery Rice

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  • MODA Transport, Inc., that was settled for $4.09 million, and Holdeman v
  • Stratman where a jury awarded a verdict of $37.5 million

Practice Areas Explained

Tim Becker's Areas of Practice

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

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.

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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 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.

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Frequently Asked

Common questions about Tim Becker

Where is Tim Becker's law office located?
Tim Becker's law practice is located in Kansas City, Missouri. The firm is Dollar, Burns, Becker & Hershewe LC. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Tim Becker handle?
Tim Becker focuses on personal injury. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Missouri.
How long has Tim Becker practiced law?
Tim Becker has 35+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1991.
Where did Tim Becker go to law school?
Tim Becker earned their education at (—, 1991); (—, 1989).
How can I contact Tim Becker for a consultation?
You can contact Tim Becker 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 Tim Becker received?
Tim Becker's notable recognition includes: Best Lawyers in America — Personal Injury Litigation - Plaintiffs; Best Lawyers in America — Transportation Law; Best Lawyers in America — Awards:; Best Lawyers in America — Missouri Lawyers Weekly – Power 30 – 2020; Best Lawyers in America — Super Lawyers – 2006-2010 and 2013-2020.

Education

University of Missouri – Kansas City
- 1991
Rockhurst University
- 1989

Awards

Best Lawyers in America — Personal Injury Litigation - Plaintiffs
- 2026
Best Lawyers in America — Transportation Law
- 2026
Best Lawyers in America — Awards:
- 2026
Best Lawyers in America — Missouri Lawyers Weekly – Power 30 – 2020
- 2026
Best Lawyers in America — Super Lawyers – 2006-2010 and 2013-2020
- 2026
Best Lawyers in America — The National Trial Lawyer’s – Top 10 Trucking Attorneys in Missouri – 2017-2020
- 2026
Best Lawyers in America — The National Trial Lawyer’s – Top 100 Civil Plaintiff Attorneys in Missouri – 2009-2019
- 2026
Best Lawyers in America — American Trial Lawyers Association – Top 100 Trial Lawyers in America – 2008-2016
- 2026
Best Lawyers in America — Kansas City Business Journal – Best of the Bar – 2009-2016
- 2026

Bar Admissions

Missouri
Admitted: 1991

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