Carrie D. Sims

Carrie D. Sims

also known as Carrie Sims Law Firm, LLC, Carrie Sims

5.0
Rating: 7.2

Licensed for 12 years

Car accident Lawyer at Clayton, MO
Practice Areas: Car Accidents, Personal Injury, Medical Malpractice ... +3 more

225 South Meramec Ave., Suite 1100, Clayton, MO

About Carrie

Biography

Practice Areas

6

Practice Areas

Car Accident 40%

Motor Vehicle Collisions (car crashes), truck collisions, semi tractor-trailer accidents, motorcycle accidents, wrongful death.

36 years

40%
Personal Injury 20%

Personal injury includes motor vehicle collisions (no matter what kind of vehicle was involved), premises liability (including slip and falls at homes and businesses and animal bites) and wrongful death cases.

36 years

20%
Animal and Dog Bites 10%

I have not only handled a number of dog bite cases, but the rare animal bite cases of both adults and minor children.

10%
Medical Malpractice 10%

I have more than fifteen (15) years of experience in medical malpractice and medical negligence cases, including a degree in nursing.

21 years

10%
Slip and Fall Accident 10%

If you are injured at another person's home or a business, you have a right to be compensated for your medical bills and/or pain, suffering and permanency of injuries.

10%
Speeding and Traffic Ticket 10%

I handle speeding and traffic tickets (as well as other associated charges that may be administrative or criminal if charged alongside the traffic matter) in many municipalities in the St. Louis Metropolitan area for a reasonable fee.

10%

Fees and Rates

Cost

Free Consultation

$0 first 60 minutes

Contingency

33%-40%


Payment Methods

  • Cash
  • Check
  • Credit Card

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Licenses

Licensed in Missouri for 12 years

State: Missouri

Acquired: 2013

Good Standing, Active

No misconduct found

Location

Carrie Sims Law Firm, LLC

225 South Meramec Ave., Suite 1100, Clayton, MO, 63105

Carrie Sims Law Firm, LLC

7710 Natural Bridge, BY APPOINTMENT ONLY, Normandy, MO, 63121

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Carrie D. Sims's Reviews

Avvo Review Score

5.0 /5.0

17 Client Reviews

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Showing 1 - 5 of 5 reviews | Practice Area Knowledge

Posted by Robby | October 13, 2020 | Speeding & Traffic Ticket

Sometimes it is who you know.

I had an uncommon case regarding my drivers license. It required someone who specialized in a quirky part of the law. I contacted Carrie Sims and she took the time to research my case. She contacted me back and told me that it was not her specialty, but she had the name and number of an attorney that... dealt with cases like mine frequently. That attorney helped me resolve my case in a very prompt manner and I couldn’t thank Carrie more.

Carrie Sims

Replied last October 13, 2020

Thank you, Robby. Sometimes, we attorneys know we CAN handle a case, but it is out of our normal wheelhouse or practice area. It is often heart wrenching to refer out business, but you want an attorney who is humble enough to sacrifice a nice client to ensure you get the best counsel for the particular problem at the greatest value to you (nobody wants their attorney to take a "test run" on their dime). I am happy to refer you and others to another reputable attorney who I know will take good care of you, handles your type of case on a regular basis and will fit your needs. If you have personal injury and/or traffic citation needs, I AM the best fit! I am so glad it worked out and let me know if I can ever be of service in the future.

Posted by Rebecca | March 19, 2020 | Hired Attorney | Lawsuits & Disputes

Professional and Thorough

Ms. Sims has assisted me with several legal situations, always reviewing all of my documentation carefully and fully preparing me for what will be needed to proceed in court or negotiations. She is very informative and has always acted ethically and professionally to ensure an equitable outcome. Sh...e has assisted me in obtaining outcomes that have precluded the necessity of going to court and has also represented me in a courtroom situation. She presented herself very professionally as the other attorney threw things at her and strutted about like a peacock, yelling at her so loudly the bailif became concerned for her safety. She kept her cool and we walked away with a very agreeable outcome. I would hire her again.

Carrie Sims

Replied last March 19, 2020

Thank you. It has been my pleasure to work with you throughout these cases and I value you and your business associates as Clients. Some things have been challenging, but we overcame and got great results together! What a team! I look forward to working with you again and wish you great success in your business!

Posted by Denise | May 09, 2018 | Car Accidents

Super helpful!

I was having trouble receiving compensation from an insurance company after I was side swiped by their insured driver. I spent weeks going back and forth with them until I followed Carrie's advice that she gave me during a consultation. It worked like a charm and the case was settled within a matter ...of days. Thanks again Carrie!

Posted by Brandon | June 07, 2017 | Personal Injury

Great Lawyer

Carrie is great, I have gone to her many times for legal advice and she has always been there with perfect answers. I would recommend her services to anyone searching for an attorney, especially if someone is dealing with an injury or has been in an accident.

Posted by anonymous | January 17, 2016 | Hired Attorney | Personal Injury

Thank you

Wow what a nice, friendly knowledgeable lady. SHE really did a great job with my personal Injury case she got me a much larger award than I expected and I will recommend all my friends if they ever need a lawyer. She has a great future in stl. Thank you Ms. SIMS

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Carrie D. Sims's Lawyer Endorsements

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Louise Ryterski

Personal injury lawyer | Feb 17

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer. Experienced. Diligent. Professional. Detail oriented. Ms. Sims is well versed in the law. She has been in the legal field for nearly 30 years and has the skills and confidence that comes with this dedicated work history. Great attorney. Defense watch out!"

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Christopher Dulle

Personal injury lawyer | Dec 27

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Carrie Sims gets things done! She works very hard for her clients and won't sell a case short. I have recommended her to my clients and would do so in the future."

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Christopher Dulle

DUI and DWI lawyer

Experience

Rating:  7.2 (Very Good)

Honors

2018

Pro Bono Wall of Fame (exemplary no fee service for indigent), Missouri Bar

2013

Health Law Certificate, St. Louis University

Work Experience

2019 - Present

Fee Dispute Facilitator, Missouri Supreme Court - Missouri Bar

2017 - Present

Attorney/Owner, Carrie Sims Law Firm, LLC

2018 - 2018

Special Public Defender, Missouri State Public Defender's Office

2016 - 2017

Attorney, The Eason Law Firm, LLC

2013 - 2016

Managing Attorney/Attorney, Wyatt Wright, LLC

2012 - 2013

Law Clerk, St. Louis University School Of Law - Legal Clinic

2012 - 2013

Law Clerk, Goldstein Price

2011 - 2012

Law Clerk, Law Office of Steven Clark

2006 - 2010

Paralegal/Office Manager, Alvin Wolff Jr. & Associates

1998 - 2006

Senior Paralegal, Korein Tillery

1993 - 1998

Paralegal, Brown & Crouppen, PC

Associations

2019 - Present

Local Domestic Violence Shelter

Fundraising Committee Member

2019 - Present

Normandy Networking Group

Member

2017 - Present

Solo and Small Firm Attorneys of St. Louis

Member

2014 - Present

Women in the Legal Profesion

Through the Bar Association of Metropolitan St. Louis

2013 - Present

Missouri State Bar

Member

2011 - Present

Bar Association of Metropolitan St. Louis

Member

2011 - Present

Women's Law Association

Member

2011 - Present

Missouri Association of Trial Attorneys

Member

Sample of Legal Cases

Motorcycle v. Uninsured Driver

Policy LImits & full medical payments limits

Motorcycle Struck by Suicide Lane Driver

$47500

Wrongful Death Policy Limits X2

$110000

Drug Dealer Crosses Center Line for Head on Collision

Policy limits against Adverse Driver and Underinsured Motorists Coverage >$50k

Client v. Insurance

Policy Limits $100,000

Client v. Restaurant (Premises Liability)

$14000

Client v. Insurance

Policy limits plus underinsured motorists recovery $125,000

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Education

2013

Saint Louis University School of Law

JD - Juris Doctor

2013

Saint Louis University School of Law

Health Law Certificate

2005

Maryville University of St. Louis

BA - Bachelor of Arts

N/A

St. Louis Community College

Nursing

Speaking Engagements

2019

General Public Event

Making the Most Out of Your Insurance Coverage

Publications

2019

2018

2018

Google Missouri & Illinois Law Enforcement to Target Drunk Drivers

2011

Blog Blog Writer for Local Personal Injury Attorney

Languages

English

Activity

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