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John M. Eccher
also known as Eccher Law Group
About John
Biography
-- Seeking Justice for Criminal Defendants and Injury Victims --
"If you've been charged with a serious crime, including DWI, and are okay hiring a cheap lawyer to walk into court, get a recommendation from the prosecutor, and plead you guilty - without conducting a thorough investigation, without aggressively defending your rights and protecting your interests, and without giving you the option of your day in court to force a prosecutor to prove the case against you, to have a chance to protect your criminal record, freedom, and life - then I'm NOT the criminal defense attorney for you.
If you're the victim of an automobile accident or other personal injury caused by some irresponsible or malicious person or entity, and you're fine hiring a lawyer whose only intention is to negotiate a quick settlement - even when this means accepting pennies on the dollar and preventing you from receiving fair compensation for your harms - then again, I'm NOT the attorney for you.
I'm a trial attorney, as is each of my fellow attorneys at the award-winning law firm of the Eccher Law Group. What this means is that my clients are not forced to plead guilty to a crime, or to accept a low-ball settlement offer for their injuries, because of my reluctance or fear of having to represent them at trial in front of a jury of their peers. I am ready, willing, and able to handle every aspect of a case - from start to finish - even if this means taking it to trial in order to demand justice for my clients. Based on my experience, I believe that this willingness and ability to competently and skillfully try cases also results in better recommendations (in criminal cases) and settlement offers (in civil cases).
If you're facing a criminal charge or have been injured by someone else - or know a friend or family member dealing with either of these - I welcome you to call or email me or my firm for a free case review. We'll fight for you."
The choice of a lawyer is an important decision and should not be based solely on advertisements. Past results afford no guarantee of future results. Every case must be judged on its own merits.
Practice Areas
8
Practice Areas
DUI and DWI
20%
16 years
Employment and Labor
15%
16 years
Sexual Harassment
15%
16 years
Wrongful Termination
15%
16 years
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Licensed in Missouri for 15 years
State: Missouri
Acquired: 2010
No misconduct found
Location
Eccher Law Group
1034 S. Brentwood Blvd., 23rd Floor, Penthouse 1C, Saint Louis, MO, 63117
Eccher Law Group
8350 N. Saint Clair Ave., Kansas City, MO, 64151
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Showing 1 - 5 of 7 reviews | Speeding & Traffic Ticket
Posted by anonymous | October 07, 2021 | Hired Attorney | Speeding & Traffic Ticket
Excellent attorney - DWI and speeding case
John Eccher was superb from the start. I had both a DWI and speeding ticket 25+ miles over the limit. He was upfront about everything, made me feel more at ease with it being my first DWI, and kept in constant contact with me during the whole process. Unfortunately due to COVID things were a little ...
Posted by Tamara | July 10, 2017 | Hired Attorney | Speeding & Traffic Ticket
Couldn't be happier with John Eccher's representation
John Eccher came highly recommended to me by a very prestigious law firm who was handling an estate matter for our family. He was not working for them (nor had he ever) which I thought meant he's got to be great since they are sending business elsewhere. I had been pulled over for DWI and other cha...
Posted by anonymous | January 07, 2015 | Speeding & Traffic Ticket
NO POINTS/SUSPENSION FOR LOCAL TEACHER
I contacted Mr. Eccher the morning of my rescheduled court date and he was able to promptly take care of it all with only a few hours notice. I made a decision to goto a different lawyer for a minor traffic ticket but it was never taken care of and had a warrant out for my arrest. Mr. Eccher was able...
Posted by cody | December 16, 2014 | Speeding & Traffic Ticket
Amended
I called John M. Eccher asking help with a DWI and for speeding 20 over. Over the course of only 6 months he was able to amend my DWI to wreckless driving and the speeding ticket was droped. Over those 6 months he had always kept me well informed of the case. And what Ladders at the moment he was cli...
Posted by anonymous | September 19, 2013 | Speeding & Traffic Ticket
Tough case, great outcome
I came to John with a very tough DUI case. As a young health professional I could not have this on my record, as it would ruin my reputation and professional standing. After meeting with him I felt reassured that he would work hard to help me out, while other lawyers just advised me to plead guilty a...
John M. Eccher's Lawyer Endorsements
"Do you know what I admire? Attorneys who fight against false accusations and prevent false convictions. That's what Attorney Eccher does. He uses his training, knowledge and experience to maximize the chances of minimizing or eliminating the potential harsh consequences that often flow from the government accusing someone of committing a DUI. On a daily basis, he is there ready to answer "Ready for Trial" in these most difficult cases. He can help you and make a difference."
"John Eccher is one of the best young lawyers you will find anywhere. He possesses talent and poise well beyond his years of practice. Although his firm is known first and foremost for their exceptional criminal work, they are very effective in civil cases as well. If I get a call about a Missouri case, they are my first call. I expect great things from John in the years to come."
"I have encountered John Eccher numerous times from across the table when I was a prosecuting attorney. I knew it was going to be a fight whenever I saw him. Now that I am a colleague of the defense bar, I continue to lean on him for his vast knowledge of criminal defense and invaluable experience. You know you have top tier representation when you hire John Eccher as your Attorney."
"I endorse this lawyer. Exceptional DWI lawyer. Highly recommend."
"Mr. Eccher is a very knowledgeable attorney at the forefront of DWI defense. I highly recommend him to anyone in need of top quality legal representation."
"John is one of the best DWI lawyers in the state. He knows how to try a case as evidenced by the numerous acquittals and verdicts he's won. I'm always impressed by him and his clientele."
"I endorse John as a fellow attorney in St. Louis. He is a great advocate for his clients in multiple areas of the law."
"I endorse this lawyer."
"John is one of the finest DWI lawyers around. He is extremely knowledgeable about the defense of these cases and he has the courtroom skills necessary to achieve excellent results for his clients. I would recommend this lawyer to anyone!"
"I endorse John Eccher. I've worked with him on several matters, and he is an excellent attorney. I've personally watched him go above and beyond to secure results that other attorneys wouldn't think possible."
"John is one of the best DUI lawyers in Missouri. He is knowledgeable and stays up-to-date on all nuances of DUI law. I would highly recommend him."
"John Eccher practices DWI law at the highest level. His extensive knowledge of DWI law has lead to his discovery of several issues that have had a statewide impact on the way DWI cases are heard by both judges and administrative hearing officers. Mr. Eccher is also an excellent resource for other attorneys in the community because he is always willing to collaborate on DWI issues and cases."
"I endorse John. He is a highly skilled attorney that is well respected in the legal community."
"John is an incredible attorney and is extremely knowledgeable in DWI defense. I endorse this lawyer."
"I have known John for a few years. I have personally seen him defend cases in court. I know he attends more DWI training than many of his peers. John Eccher is a fantastic attorney. Anyone would do well to hire John Eccher to defend their DWI case."
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"I have had the opportunity to know John for a few years now and have seen his advocacy in person. In just a few short years he has garnered the respect of his fellow members of the bar and has sharpened his skills to impeccable. I do not hesitate to refer him criminal and DWI cases in the St. Louis area as I know he will do an outstanding job."
"Seeing John Eccher in court allows you to see his true level of professionalism. I first met John at a presentation he gave during a conference for DWI attorneys. You will be pleased if you choose John for your defense!"
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Experience
Honors
2020
Top 100 Trial Lawyers, National Trial Lawyers
2020
Missouri & Kansas Rising Stars, Super Lawyers Magazine
2020
"10 Best Attorney" Selection for Missouri, American Institute of Criminal Law Attorneys
2020
Top 100 Personal Injury Lawyers, American Academy of Attorneys
2020
Top 10 Under 40 Personal Injury Attorneys, National Academy Of Personal Injury Attorneys
2020
Top Tier Lawyers, American Trial Academy
2019
Top 100 - Criminal Law, American Academy of Attorneys
2019
Top 40 Under 40 - Personal Injury Law, American Academy of Attorneys
2019
Best Attorney, Best Attorneys of America
2019
Top 10 Under 40, National Academy of Criminal Defense Attorneys
2019
Top 40 Under 40 - Criminal Law, American Academy of Attorneys
2019
Top 100 - Personal Injury Law, American Academy of Attorneys
2019
Top 40 Under 40 - Personal Injury Law, American Academy of Attorneys
2019
Criminal Law Rising Star, American Institute of Legal Advocates
2019
Top One Percent, National Association of Distinguished Counsel
2019
Missouri's 10 Best Attorneys, American Institute of Criminal Law Attorneys
2019
Top 40 Under 40 - Personal Injury, American Institute of Trial Lawyers
2019
Litigator of the Year - Personal Injury, American Institute of Trial Lawyers
2019
Criminal Defense Top 10 Award, Attorney and Practice Magazine
2019
Criminal Law "10 Best Attorney" Selection for Missouri, American Institute of Criminal Law Attorneys
2019
Criminal Law "10 Best Attorneys Under 40" for Missouri, American Institute of Criminal Law Attorneys
2019
Best of the Best, Lawyers of Distinction
2019
2019 Litigator of the Year - Criminal Law, American Institute of Trial Lawyers
2018
Top 100 Trial Lawyers, National Trial Lawyers
2018
Top 10 Under 40 Attorney Award for the State of Missouri, National Academy Of Personal Injury Attorneys
2018
10 Best Criminal Law Attorneys for Client Satisfaction in MO, American Institute of Criminal Law Attorneys
2018
2018 Missouri & Kansas Rising Stars, Super Lawyers Magazine
2018
Executive Member, American Association of Premier DUI Attorneys
2018
10 Best Criminal Law Attorneys for Client Satisfaction in MO, American Institute of Criminal Law Attorneys
2018
Criminal Law Rising Star, American Institute of Legal Advocates
2018
Criminal Law Rising Star, American Institute of Legal Advocates
2018
Top 40 Under 40 Criminal Defense Attorneys in Missouri, Association of American Trial Lawyers
2018
Client's Choice Award, Avvo
2017
Top 10 Under 40 Attorney Award for the State of Missouri, National Academy of Criminal Defense Attorneys
2017
Elite Criminal Law Advocate, American Institute of Legal Advocates
2017
Top 1% Attorneys in America, Distinguished Justice Advocates
2017
Top 100 Trial Lawyers, National Trial Lawyers
2017
2017 Missouri & Kansas Rising Stars, Super Lawyers Magazine
2017
10 Best Criminal Law Attorneys for Client Satisfaction in MO, American Institute of Criminal Law Attorneys
2017
Personal Injury 10 Best Attorneys for Missouri, American Institute of Personal Injury Lawyers
2017
Top 10 Under 40 Attorney Award for the State of Missouri, National Academy Of Personal Injury Attorneys
2017
Distinguished Lawyer - Top 3% of Lawyers in the Nation, Expert Network
2017
Top 40 Under 40 Litigation Lawyers in Missouri, American Society of Legal Advocates
2016
Top 10 Under 40 Attorney Award for the State of Missouri, National Academy of Criminal Defense Attorneys
2016
2016 Missouri & Kansas Rising Stars, Super Lawyers Magazine
2016
10 Best DUI/DWI Law Attorneys for Client Satisfaction in MO, American Institute of DUI/DWI Attorneys
2016
10 Best Criminal Law Attorneys for Client Satisfaction in MO, American Institute of Criminal Law Attorneys
2016
Top 10 Under 40 Attorney Award for the State of Missouri, National Academy Of Personal Injury Attorneys
2016
Top 40 Under 40 Criminal Defense Lawyers in Missouri, American Society of Legal Advocates
2015
10 Best Criminal Law Attorneys for Client Satisfaction in MO, American Institute of Criminal Law Attorneys
2015
Top 40 Under 40 Criminal Defense Lawyers in Missouri, American Society of Legal Advocates
2015
Largest Reported Plaintiff Verdicts/Judgments, Missouri Lawyers Weekly
2015
Top 10 Under 40 Attorney Award for the State of Missouri, National Academy Of Personal Injury Attorneys
2015
Top 100 Trial Lawyers, National Trial Lawyers
2015
Top 40 Under 40, National Trial Lawyers
2015
The Nation's Top One Percent, National Association of Distinguished Counsel
2015
Premier 100 Trial Attorneys for Missouri, American Academy of Trial Lawyers
2015
2015 Missouri & Kansas Rising Stars, Super Lawyers Magazine
2015
Clients' Choice Award, Avvo.com
2015
Top 100 Lawyers, The National Advocates
2015
Top Attorneys: Outstanding Young Lawyers in Missouri & Kansas, KC Magazine
2014
Top Attorney: Employment - 10.0 Superb, Avvo.com
2014
Top 40 Under 40, National Trial Lawyers
2014
Top 100 Trial Lawyers, National Trial Lawyers
2014
10 Best DUI/DWI Attorneys for Client Satisfaction in Missouri, American Institute of DUI/DWI Attorneys
2014
2014 Missouri & Kansas Rising Stars, Super Lawyers Magazine
2014
Best Law Firms, U.S. News - Best Lawyers
2014
Top Attorney: Car Accident - 10.0 Superb, Avvo.com
2014
Top Attorney: Personal Injury - 10.0 Superb, Avvo.com
2014
Top Attorney: DUI - 10.0 Superb, Avvo.com
2014
Top Attorney: Criminal Defense - 10.0 Superb, Avvo.com
2013
Top 100 Trial Lawyers, National Trial Lawyers
2013
Top 40 Under 40, National Trial Lawyers
2013
Clients' Choice 2013: DUI, Avvo.com
2013
Clients' Choice 2013: Criminal Defense, Avvo.com
2013
Top Attorney: Personal Injury - 10.0 Superb, Avvo.com
2013
Top Attorney: DUI - 10.0 Superb, Avvo.com
2013
Top Attorney: Criminal Defense - 10.0 Superb, Avvo.com
2013
Clients' Choice 2013: Personal Injury, Avvo.com
2012
Top 40 Under 40, National Trial Lawyers
2012
Top Attorney: Criminal Defense - 10.0 Superb, Avvo.com
2012
Top Attorney: DUI - 10.0 Superb, Avvo.com
2012
Top Attorney: Personal Injury - 10.0 Superb, Avvo.com
2012
Clients' Choice 2012: Criminal Defense, Avvo.com
2012
Clients' Choice 2012: DUI, Avvo.com
2012
Clients' Choice 2012: Personal Injury, Avvo.com
2006
CALI Excellence for the Future Award - Trial Practice, University of Missouri-Columbia School of Law
Work Experience
2016 - Present
Managing Partner, Eccher Law Group
2016 - 2016
Partner, Hollingshead, Paulus, Eccher & Fry
2015 - 2016
Partner, Hollingshead, Paulus & Eccher
2014 - 2015
Partner, Hollingshead & Eccher
2012 - 2014
Managing Partner, Ward & Eccher
2012 - 2012
Partner, Ward, Hollingshead & Eccher
2011 - 2012
Associate, Ward | Hollingshead
2010 - 2011
Associate, Law Office of Carl M. Ward
Associations
2019 - Present
Missouri Association of Trial AttorneysProducts Liability/Mass Torts Legislative Committee Member
2017 - Present
Missouri Association of Trial AttorneysMember
2014 - Present
The National Trial Lawyers: Top 100Member
2010 - Present
The Missouri BarMember
2015 - 2017
Missouri Bar, Young Lawyers SectionCouncil Member
2014 - 2015
The National Trial Lawyers: Top 40 Under 40Vice President, Executive Committee
2013 - 2015
The National Trial Lawyers: Top 40 Under 40Executive Committee
2012 - 2014
Missouri Society for Criminal JusticeBoard Member
2012 - 2013
Association of Plaintiff Interstate Trucking Lawyers of AmericaMember
2012 - 2015
The National Trial Lawyers: Top 40 Under 40Member
2010 - 2014
American Bar AssociationMember
2010 - 2014
Missouri Association of Criminal Defense LawyersMember
Sample of Legal Cases
$7,500,000 Jury Award - Employment Discrimination/Retaliation
$250,000 Settlement - Employment Discrimination/Retaliation
$210,000 Settlement - Personal Injury
$825,000 Settlement - Employment Discrimination/Retaliation
$134,000 Jury Award - Civil Rights Violation
$350,000 Settlement - Personal Injury
$1,500,000 Settlement - Employment Discrimination/Retaliation
$125,000 Settlement - Personal Injury
Education
2010
University of Missouri-Columbia School of Law
Juris Doctor
2008
University of Missouri-Columbia College of Business
Master of Business Administration
2004
Westminster College (Fulton, Missouri)
Bachelor of Arts
Speaking Engagements
2019
2019 Bernard Edelman DWI Law & Science Seminar
"Attacking Blood Evidence in DOR Cases"
2018
MoBar CLE Webcast/Webinar
"The Ethics of Positive Client Relationships"
2018
Joint CLE Hosted by the BAMSL ADR Committee and Labor and Employment Committee
"Current Issues in Employment Mediation"
2013
National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Student Course
“DWI Detection and Standardized Field Sobriety Testing”
2013
2013 Bernard Edelman DWI Law & Science Seminar
"Live Hearing on Defendant's Motion to Suppress Challenging Stop and Search Warrant for Blood"
2013
2013 Bernard Edelman DWI Law & Science Seminar
"Ethical Issues Confronting the DWI Practitioner"
2012
National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Student Course
“DWI Detection and Standardized Field Sobriety Testing”
2012
2012 Bernard Edelman DWI Law & Science Seminar
"Handling Problems that Arise during Cross-Examination in a DWI Refusal Trial"
2012
17th Annual Missouri Bar Solo & Small Firm Conference
"Get in on the Action of a Mock Criminal DWI Jury Trial"
Publications
2019
Boonville Daily News
"Deal Averts Federal Trial on Opioid Crisis"
2019
Fulton Sun
"County Joins National Opioid Litigation"
2019
The Columbia Missourian
"Boone County to Pursue Opioid Lawsuit against Pharmaceutical Companies"
2019
U.S. News & World Report
"Missouri's Boone County Joins Opioid Lawsuit"
2019
Columbia Daily Tribune
"Boone County Joins Opioid Lawsuit"
2018
Maries County Advocate
"Commissioners Review Growing Drug Problem in County"
2018
Bleacher Report
"Carlos Martinez Sued for Alleged Role in Strip-Club Attack"
2018
Missouri Sheriffs' Association
"Pulaski County Joins National Lawsuit to Curtail Drug Abuse"
2018
Waynesville Daily Guide
"County Joins National Lawsuit"
2018
2018
The Rolla Daily News
"County Considering Multidistrict Litigation to Opioid Problem"
2018
Maries County Advocate
"Maries County Asked to Join Class Action Lawsuit against Opioid Distribution Companies"
2018
Hermann Advertiser-Courier
"Gasconade County Panel Gives Preliminary Support for Action against Opioid Manufacturers"
2018
Madison-St. Clair Record
"Prenzler Will Not Release Poshard Reports Due to Attorney Objections"
2018
Maries County Advocate
"Maries County Will Join Opioid Class Action Lawsuit"
2018
The Rolla Daily News
"Phelps County to Join the Opioid Multidistrict Litigation, Update"
2018
Phelps County Focus
"COUNTY COMMISSION: Phelps County Joining Lawsuit against Opioid Distributors"
2018
Belleville News-Democrat
"Cardinals Pitcher Part of Group that Broke Man’s Back outside Strip Club, Suit Alleges"
2018
St. Louis Post-Dispatch
“Lawsuit Alleges Cardinals’ Carlos Martinez’s Role in 2014 Attack”
2018
The Rolla Daily News
"Phelps County Has Moved to Join the Multidistrict Litigation"
2018
News Tribune
"Cole County Joins Opioid Litigation"
2017
The Intelligencer
"Attorney Confirms Complaint Filed"
2017
2017
Belleville News-Democrate
"Poshard Alleges She Was Victim of Sexual Harassment, Retaliation"
2015
The Washington Times
"St. Louis Officer Files Sex Harassment, Retaliation Lawsuit"
2015
2014
The Trial Lawyer Magazine
"Former St. Louis Police Officer Awarded $7.5M in Sexual Harassment, Retaliation Case"
2014
The Trial Lawyer
"Member Spotlight: John M. Eccher"
2014
2014
Alive Magazine
"Men of Influence: STL's Most Distinguished Male Leaders"
2014
Alive Magazine
"2014 Top Lawyers"
2014
The Washington Times
"Jury awards $7.5 million to ex-St. Louis officer"
2014
Claims Journal
"Missouri Jury Awards $7.5M to Ex-St. Louis Cop"
2014
The National Trial Lawyers
"Former St. Louis Police Officer Awarded $7.5M in Sexual Harassment, Retaliation Case"
2014
KSDK NewsChannel 5
"Former STL officer awarded $7.5 million"
2014
St. Louis Post-Dispatch
"Jury awards $7.5 million to ex-St. Louis officer who claimed harassment, retaliation"
2014
The 9s Magazine
"2013 Men of the Year"
2013
The 9s Magazine
"All-Star Attorney John Eccher"
Languages
English
Activity
Legal Answers
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Q&A
I was wondering if this is considered harrassment?
19 Jun 2019
Q&A
A A co-worker grabbed my butt at work I filed a complaint about the incident and by two weeks I was fired what should I do?
07 Jun 2019
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After retaining a lawyer, is it normal for a lawyer to wait for charges to be filed before addressing pending charges?
18 Jan 2018