David Lee McCollum
also known as David McCollum
About David
Biography
Litigation Percentage: 80% of Practice Devoted to LitigationBar Admissions: Missouri, 2001 Kansas, 2002 U.S. District Court Western District of Missouri, 2001Education: University of Missouri-Kansas City School of Law, Kansas City, Missouri, : Urban Lawyer 1999-2001Honors: Teaching Assistant, Legal Research and Writing 1999-2000Law Review: University of Missouri - Kansas City, Member, 1998 - 2000Law Review: University of Missouri - Kansas City, Business Editor, 2000 - 2001Park University, Parkville, Missouri, : Magna Cum Laude Honors: Dean's List 1994-1997Major: Accounting/Business Management Professional Associations and Memberships: MATA - Missouri Association of Trial Attorneys, 2001 - Present MemberKansas City Bar Association MemberClay County Bar Association, 2000 MemberPast Employment Positions: United States Navy, Petty Officer 3rd Class, 1985 - 1989Transworld Airlines, A&P Mechanic, 1989 - 1997Pro Bono Activities: Pro Bono Work for the Missouri Public Defender's Office, 2004 - 2005 NBC Action News "Ask A Lawyer Night" through KCMBA-Young Lawyers Section, 2004
Practice Areas
7
Practice Areas
24 years | 200 cases
24 years | 200 cases
24 years | 20 cases
24 years | 75 cases
Fees and Rates
Cost
33%-45%
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Licensed in Missouri for 24 years
State: Missouri
Acquired: 2001
Licensed in Kansas for 23 years
State: Kansas
Acquired: 2002
Lawyer disciplined by state licensing authority in 2024
Location
McCollum Injury Law Firm, LLC
5 victory Lane, Ste. 202, Liberty, MO, 64068
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David Lee McCollum's Reviews
Showing 1 - 5 of 7 client reviews from Avvo
Posted by erika | February 22, 2019 | Hired Attorney
Professional yet kind
David was straight forward and honest throughout the process. He relieved the anxiety I was having due to an insurance company treating me unfairly. He immediately got to work and resolved my issue. I would recommend David to anyo9ne needing assistance including my own family.
Posted by Shirley | August 4, 2018 | Hired Attorney
Review
The office of McCollum Injury Law was very thorough, patient, precise, considerate, kind, professional, and caring. I felt genuinely cared about as a person as well as a client.
Posted by anonymous | July 5, 2018 | Hired Attorney
Caring Professional
I went through cancer treatments that left me with some permanent 'side-effects'. Not all side-effects were communicated at the time of treatment; so I needed some help. My first introduction to David was through his paralegal, Julie. After talking with both, I quickly realized this was the team I ne...
Posted by Lisa | July 3, 2018 | Hired Attorney
Very satisfied client
While looking for a reputable and trustworthy lawyer, I found David McCollum, after talking with him on the phone, I decided to hire him for my legal issues. David and his legal team handled my case professionally and in a timely manner by contacting me on updates, and keeping me informed on every st...
Posted by Jami | June 28, 2018 | Hired Attorney
Great lawyer for car accidents
My fiancé was in an accident right after the first of the year in 2017. He was on his way to work when he was rear-ended by a car going at highway speed. Our little car sustained a lot of damage. My fiancé was hurt and went to the emergency room. David’s paralegal Julie made sure my fiancé got ...
David Lee McCollum's Lawyer Endorsements
"David is a hard worker and has an attention to detail. He also thinks outside the box."
"I endorse this lawyer. During the time I have worked with David he has shown himself to be a very skilled and knowledgeable attorney with an eye and mind for the fine details of an issue or argument. Before we ever worked a case together he and his law partner were always willing to answer my questions and give me sound advise on issues in my cases."
"I endorse this lawyer. David is a smart, hard-working lawyer. He has good research skills and is great to work with. He is also very good at analyzing the issues in a case."
"I endorse this lawyer. Dave is one of the most knowledgeable lawyers that I know when it comes to auto accidents and insurance. If I ever have an insurance question there is nobody I would trust more than David. I'd add, that if I had a family member that was hurt in any type of personal injury accident, Dave would be getting a call."
"I highly recommend David McCollum as a thoughtful, hard-working attorney who obtains excellent results for his clients."
"There is no one smarter than Dave on bad faith insurance claims. It's a complex area. Whether the underlying case is a dram shop case, a car accident, a slip & fall, or any other personal injury matter, knowing the necessary tactics to succeed in a bad faith claim means Dave's clients get great result."
"David is a fierce advocate for his clients and I would definitely recommend him to someone in need of an injury attorney."
"I endorse this lawyer."
"I endorse this lawyer. I have worked together on several personal injury matters with David. He is a careful lawyer who patiently works up a client's case to get the best possible outcome. I would not hesitate to recommend him."
"I endorse this lawyer. I have worked with David on several cases and he has done an outstanding job both as co-counsel and as attorney for a co-plaintiff. David has also represented an opposing party in several cases and has done a fantastic job for his client. I much prefer to be on the same side of a case with him. His is a very good advocate."
"I have known David since 1998, when we entered law school together. He is a very bright attorney who has a gift for breaking down complex issues. We have been partners since 2003. I have seen his legal abilities grow over the years I have known and worked with him. I consider him to be one of Kansas City's finest personal injury attorneys!"
Personal injury lawyer
Personal injury lawyer
Personal injury lawyer
Personal injury lawyer
Wrongful death lawyer
Wrongful death lawyer
Experience
Professional misconduct
This lawyer was disciplined by a state licensing authority in 2024.
Disbarment issued in KS, 2024
updated on 07/25/2024Disbarment is the most serious penalty for a lawyer. If this attorney is currently practicing law, you should contact the Kansas Supreme Court's Office of the Disciplinary Administrator to understand the reasons for disbarment.
Honors
2017
Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers Magazine
2016
Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers Magazine
2015
Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers Magazine
2014
Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers Magazine
2013
Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers Magazine
2012
Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers Magazine
2011
Rising Star, Super Lawyers Magazine
2001
AmJur for Advanced Legal Writing, University of Missouri - Kansas City
2000
Business Editor, UMKC Law Review
1997
Magna Cum Laude, Park University
Work Experience
2017 - Present
Member, McCollum Injury Law, LLC
Associations
2011 - Present
American Association for JusticeAAJ regular member
2008 - Present
Kansas City Bar AssociationTory advisory committee
2002 - Present
Kansas Bar AssociationMember
2001 - Present
Kansas City Metropolitan Bar Association, Solo Practitioner/Small Firms CommitteeMember
2001 - Present
Clay County Bar AssociationMember
2001 - Present
MATASustaining member
Sample of Legal Cases
$1,100,000.00
Judgment - $2,268,979
Settlement for $1,100,000
Plaintiff's Jury Verdict - $70,000
$4,000,000 settlement
Plaintiff's Arbitration Verdict - $100,000
$2,125,000 Settlement
Education
2001
JD - Juris Doctor
1997
Bachelors
Speaking Engagements
2011
Starting and managing your own practice
Publications
2011
Languages
English
Activity
Legal Answers
Legal Guides
Legal Answers
My son was hit and killed while crossing a highway police report neither at fault. What can I expect from his insurance?
17 Apr 2019
My prosecutor declined my rape case due to “lack of evidence” . Can they re-open it eventually?
29 Jun 2018
Can a psychiatrist refuse to see a patient if the patient does not pay copay or account balance
14 May 2015