Karie M Pennington

Karie M Pennington

5.0
Rating: 6.7

Licensed for 12 years

Criminal defense Lawyer at Barnhart, MO
Practice Areas: Criminal Defense, DUI & DWI

7095 Metropolitan Blvd, Suite D2, Barnhart, MO

About Karie

Practice Areas

2

Practice Areas

Criminal Defense 75%

Possession, Distribution, Manufacturing Controlled Substance; Possession of Drug Paraphernalia; Assault; Domestic Assault; Stealing; Forgery; Burglary; Robbery; Armed Criminal Action; Probation Violation; Probation Revocation; Criminal Non-support; Driving While Intoxicated (DWI); Driving While Suspended/Revoked; Traffic Tickets; Leaving the Scene; Felony; Misdemeanor; Warrant; Warrant Recalls; Bond Reduction; Municipal Ordinance Violations

75%

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Licenses

Licensed in Missouri for 12 years

State: Missouri

Acquired: 2013

Good Standing, Active

No misconduct found

Location

Law Office of Karie Pennington, LLC

7095 Metropolitan Blvd, Suite D2, Barnhart, MO, 63012

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Karie M Pennington's Reviews

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5.0 /5.0

16 Client Reviews

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Showing 1 - 5 of 8 reviews | Compassion

Posted by Kyle | September 12, 2018 | Hired Attorney | Criminal Defense

Probation Violation

Karie, I can't thank you enough for taking my case or should I say cases. You believed in my ability to fight my addiction. You showed me it was not hopeless that I still had a chance at life. I was facing 17 years @ 25 years old. My addiction started earlier than 2014. However, that was the year... it started going downhill. I have never been to rehab only a 120. On probation until I violated. The judge had said "Don't come back into my court room I have no problem sending you away". Here I was, a year and half later back addicted to drugs and living a life I wasn't proud of. My mom found Karie. That was the best thing that could of happened for me. Karie said "Believe in me like I believe in you and we both will be successful". When I first met Karie I was already waiting on my warrant to drop for probation violation. I'm not sure how she did it, but, she convinced me to turn myself in. Here's were the believing comes in. She would call, text my family, make multiple trips back and forth. For me someone she didn't know, "an addict". I'm clean and I can't thank her enough for me being this way. She has awesome resources, a big supporter of change, and the drug court program. She will fight like you are one of her family members. Day, night, and even when she's on vacation she's always there. She works magic. I have been told by several authority figures, "You have one great lawyer, I don't know how she does it."I know how she does it she is honest, affordable, and believes in second, even third chances. I wouldn't recommend anyone else but Karie.

Posted by Amber | August 30, 2018 | Hired Attorney | Criminal Defense

Karie is Superwoman

Karie went to bat for me multiple times, when I was in and out of my addiction. When I was finally ready to get clean she was there to vouch for me. I faced multiple felony charges, and got off on probation and other charges I got dismissed. Shes the best lawyer I ever had and she cares so deeply its... not even funny.

Posted by Mike | January 26, 2017 | Hired Attorney | Criminal Defense

Karrie is an awesome!

Karrie was awesome! Unfortunately I suffered from an addiction and got into some trouble because of it. Karrie is a caring and compassionate person and understands how addiction can affect every aspect of a person's life. Through the case, I went to treatment and was able to get my life together. In ...a few days, I can say I've been clean and sober for a year! She could see that I was serious, and that I had changed into a better me. She emphasized this to the prosecuting attorney, and fought for probation as opposed to the three years the state was recommending. She understands that addiction is a disease and prison is not a treatment center. Because of her, I am now able to enjoy a free, clean and sober life! I am so greatful that she was able to represent me during this horrible time in my life! I am forever thankful! I would highly recommend her!

Posted by Joan | September 13, 2016 | Hired Attorney | Criminal Defense

The Best!

I can't say enough about Karie. My son has been an addict for 20+ years - in and out of rehab - but always able to hold a job and care for his son. When he was suddenly faced with old charges that would have sent him to prison for several years, we were at a loss. I am so thankful that we found Ka...rie. She immediately went to bat for my son and fought to keep him out of prison and to have him accepted instead into Drug Court. Karie never gave up. She was always professional, and I would highly recommend her. She truly cares about her clients! Thank you Karie from the bottom of my heart!!

Posted by Jeff | June 29, 2015 | DUI & DWI

awesome

Karie did a great job. I was facing multiple traffic tickets including a d.u.i. The court wanted me to pay more than $2000 dollars in fines and take the d.u.i charge. I don't know how she did it but she got the d.u.i charge dropped to a careless and impeding driving also she got my fines reduced to l...ess than $900 dollars. She really dose care about her clients and making sure you get the best defense possible. Great job.

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Karie M Pennington's Lawyer Endorsements

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Ruth Beerup

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"Tough and cares about her clients. Excellent attorney."

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Souder Tate

Criminal defense lawyer | Jul 21

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Karie has a passion for helping clients dealing with substance abuse issues. She is an intelligent and dedicated advocate, and I have no hesitation in recommending her."

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Joseph Welch

Criminal defense lawyer | Jun 25

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"A relentless freedom fighter."

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Experience

Rating:  6.7 (Good)

Work Experience

2013 - Present

Attorney, Law Office of Karie Pennington, LLC

2013 - 2015

Attorney, Law Offices of Tim Braun, LLC

2011 - 2012

Adjunct Professor, Jones College

Associations

2016 - Present

Missouri Association of Treatment Court Professionals

Member

2015 - Present

Jefferson County Women's Bar Association

Member

2014 - Present

Missouri Association of Criminal Defense Lawyers

Member

2013 - Present

National Association of Criminal Defense Lawyers

Member

2013 - Present

American Bar Association

Member

2013 - Present

Missouri Bar

Member

2013 - Present

St. Charles County Bar Association

Member

2013 - Present

United States District Court for the Western District of Missouri

Member

Languages

English

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