I have been practicing law since 1978. From 2002 to 2010 I also served in the Missouri House of Representatives. I helped write the DWI laws that are now in effect in Missouri. I was recognized and given an award by the Missouri Association of Trial Attorneys for my work on behalf of injury victims during the "tort reform" debates in 2005. I have represented hundreds of injury victims and thousands of drivers in traffic courts. I now practice in Independence Missouri.
Practice areas
Represented hundreds of drivers charged with alcohol offenses. From first offenses to multiple felony cases. Experienced in breathalyzer refusal as well as administrative suspension. Served in MO House during the recent revisions to State Law about DWIs.
41 years, 999 cases
Traffic court practice since 1978 in all the traffic courts in the Metro KC Area.
41 years, 9,999 cases
41 years, 999 cases
Languages spoken
English
Burnett Law Offices LLC
201 North Spring St
Independence, MO, 64050
State | Status | Acquired | Updated |
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MO | Good Standing, Active | 1978 | 10/24/2019 |
Legal answers | 8 |
Legal guides | 0 |
Award name | Grantor | Date granted |
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AV Preeminent Rated | Martindale-Hubbell | 2018 |
Top 100 Criminal Defense Lawyers in Missouri for 2018 | The American Society of Legal Advocates | 2018 |
Lead Counsel Rating in Drunk Driving Defense | Lead Counsel | 2015 |
Champion of Justice | Missouri Association of Trial Attorneys | 2007 |
Title | Company name | Duration |
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Owner | Burnett Law Offices LLC | 2014 - Present |
Partner | Burnett Evans Banks, LLC | 2010 - 2014 |
State Representative | Missouri House of Representatives | 2002 - 2011 |
Association name | Position name | Duration |
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Missouri Association of Criminal Defense Lawyers | Member | 1981 - Present |
Missouri Association of Trial Attorneys | Member | 1980 - Present |
American Association for Justice | Member | 1978 - Present |
Missouri State Bar Association | Member | 1978 - Present |
Publication name | Title | Date |
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Journal of the Missouri House | House Bill No. 437 MIssouri House of Representatives | 2007 |
School name | Degree | Graduated |
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University of Missouri - Kansas City School of Law | JD - Juris Doctor | 1978 |
Penn Valley Community College | N/A | N/A |
University of Missouri, Kansas City | BA - Bachelor of Arts | N/A |
Conference name | Title | Date |
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Missouri State Bar Association | Legislative Update | 2017 |
Missouri State Bar Association | Missouri Bar Legislative Update | 2016 |
Case name | Outcome |
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Carol Mann v NFI | Six figure settlement during appeal |
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Cameron Cooper, DUI and DWI Attorney on Jan 13, 2017
Relationship: Opposing Counsel on matter
John has a few decades of experience in criminal defense, DWI, and traffic matters. He knows how to get results in all state and municipal courts in the Kansas City area. If you talk to John about your problem, he absolutely will know what you need. He and I have worked opposite each other on DWI matters, but now work cooperatively on the same side, so now I have a greater understanding of the depth of experience that he brings to the table, and exactly why everyone in the area respects him so highly. I have never met anyone who knows him who couldn’t say good things about him. You want John on your case.
Joshua Dale, Probate Attorney on Sep 15, 2015
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
John is an exceptional lawyer. I would trust him with my own legal needs.
David Hinken, Consumer protection Attorney on Sep 11, 2015
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
John is an excellent attorney and a wealth of DWI and Traffic knowledge.
Howard Hoyt, DUI and DWI Attorney on May 7, 2015
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
I have know John for thirty years or so. He knows his way around the courtroom. He knows prosecutors as well. He knows how to practice law.
Paemon Aramjoo, Criminal defense Attorney on Apr 30, 2015
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
I had the pleasure of meeting John while handling a municipal court matter. He took the time to help answer questions and ensure that there was no confusion. I can only imagine that he would do the same for all his clients.
J. Denise Carter, Criminal defense Attorney on Apr 24, 2014
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
I endorse this lawyer.john is well respected and competent attorney.
Nicholas Dudley, Criminal defense Attorney on Mar 27, 2014
Relationship: Worked together on matter
John is the best lawyer on all types of municipal cases in the city. He has mentored me from the beginning of my career, and his advice has proven invaluable to me and his clients over the years.
Susan Bond, Immigration Attorney on Dec 10, 2012
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
I have known John professionally for many years. He is well known and highly respected in the legal community, he is an excellent attorney and involved in bettering the community as well as the legal field. John is an outstanding attorney and I highly recommend him and his team.
Paul Davis, Estate planning Attorney on Dec 7, 2012
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
I endorse this lawyer. John is a seasoned criminal defense attorney. He is knowledgeable and understands the system.
James Bell, Wrongful death Attorney on Dec 7, 2012
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
I endorse this lawyer. not only does john get great results on dwi cases but he also handles all types of traffic matter will excellent results. he is also an accomplished personal injury lawyer.
John Boyd, Workers compensation Attorney on Dec 7, 2012
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
John is a friend of our office and is one of the most giving and generous lawyers I have had the personal pleasure of meeting. His time serving in the Missouri Legislature was an invaluable service to all Missourians, and he is a veteran of the armed services as well. I am proud to call him a friend and colleague.
Paul Evans, Personal injury Attorney on Oct 25, 2010
Relationship: Co-worker
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