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J. Denise Carter
also known as Denise Carter
About J. Denise
Biography
Denise is licensed to practise in Missouri, Kansas and England. Her entire career has been devoted to criminal defense and personal injury. She has handled numerous high profile cases across the world. Now practising in Lees Summit, Missouri, she handles all types of criminal and traffic offences, including stealing, shoplifting, possession, drug charges, DWI/DUI, and domestic assault or domestic violence cases.
Practice Areas
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Practice Areas
Fees and Rates
Cost
Hourly Rates
$ 175-250 per hour
Contingency
25%-50%
Payment Methods
- Cash
- Check
- Credit Card
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Licensed in Missouri for 33 years
State: Missouri
Acquired: 1992
No misconduct found
Licensed in Kansas for 14 years
State: Kansas
Acquired: 2012
No misconduct found
Location
Law Office of Denise Carter
1803 Trail Ridge Drive, Pleasant Hill, MO, 64080
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J. Denise Carter's Reviews
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Showing 1 - 5 of 7 reviews | Criminal Defense
Posted by Victoria Larson | February 11, 2019 | Hired Attorney | Criminal Defense
Expert Attorney! Highly Recommend!
Denise Carter is an amazingly professional and skilled attorney and we cannot thank her enough! She and her team helped our daughter through a DUI case quickly and efficiently, and we could not have asked for a better outcome. The case was resolved without our daughter ever having to set foot inside...
Posted by Lacey&Jamie | May 16, 2018 | Hired Attorney | Criminal Defense
She saved my record and she can save yours!
Denise was amazing! She helped to get both my fiance and i charges dropped. She is smart and knowledgeable down to earth and humble and bot intimidated by anyone. She is truly a great person. I would recommend her to anyone out there who needs a honest hard working kind lawyer. Thank you Denise fo...
Posted by Terry | November 10, 2017 | Criminal Defense
Very Thankful
After a recent family dispute my wife needed a lawyer. We found Denise and we are so glad we did. Denise told us not to worry she would handle everything and it would be ok. Even though we were scared Denise made it a little easier to handle. Denise went to court for us and had the charge dropped! We...
Posted by Spencer | June 15, 2017 | Hired Attorney | Criminal Defense
Great Lawyer
I had a great experience working with Denise. She was able to get all of my charges dismissed during a very rough period in my life. I can't describe in words how greateful I am that all of this is behind me now. I would 100% recommend Denise to anyone in a tough spot needing legal assistance.
Posted by susan | December 30, 2016 | Hired Attorney | Criminal Defense
outstanding
i am so thankful for the choice i made hiring Denise. definately a great choice. she went through the evidence against me completely. she beat my dui. i could not have asked for.a better attorney to have on my side definately recommend.
J. Denise Carter's Lawyer Endorsements
"I had the pleasure of attending a lecture given by Denise to the Missouri Association of Criminal Defense Lawyers. She is knowledgeable, honest, and fights hard for her clients."
"Not only is Denise driven and knowledgeable about criminal defense, she is one of the most experienced lawyers in Missouri. Actually, she may be the only Missouri lawyer to have tried cases in 10+ countries. I endorse Denise."
"I endorse this lawyer. She is top notch!"
"I endorse this lawyer. Denise is a true advocate for the accused. She is very, very knowledgeable and passionate about this area."
"Ms. Carter is a very knowledgeable and experienced attorney. I endorse this lawyer."
"A true professional. Incredibly knowledgeable, and result driven. I endorse this lawyer."
"I highly endorse Mrs. Carter. Truly exceptional and caring attorney who achieves great results in representing clients! I really want all people to contact her for help."
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"Keen attention to detail with exceptional client service. I endorse this lawyer."
"Denise Carter is an excellent criminal defense attorney in the Kansas City and Lee's Summit, MO area. I have referred clients to her and they have all been very satisfied with her results for them. I wholeheartedly recommend Denise for Criminal, DUI and other related matters."
"This attorney strives to always represent clients the best way possible. I endorse this lawyer."
"Highly skilled and hard working lawyer. Gets exceptional results for her clients!"
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"I endorse this lawyer. Denise is personable and a ferocious advocate."
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"I endorse this attorney. Highly respected in the legal community and a strong reputation for client advocacy and dedication."
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Experience
Honors
2017
Top 100 Trial Lawyers, National Trial Lawyers Association
2017
Lead Consel, Lead Counsel Rating
2017
Top Lawyers in Missouri, Super Lawyers
2017
Top DWI Lawyer Missouri, National Advocacy for DUI Defense
2017
Top Lawyers, Super Lawyers
2014
Certified DWI Detection and Standardized Field Sobriety Testing, NHTSA
2014
Best of the Bar, Kansas City Business Journal
2012
Admitted to Practice Law, United States Supreme Court
2007
Higher Rights of Audience-Criminal Proceeding, Law Society of England & Wales
2006
Duty Solicitor, Law Society of England & Wales
2005
Police Station Representative, Law Society of England &Wales
Work Experience
2022 - Present
Attorney, Law office of Denise Carter
2007 - 2009
Trial attorney, Missouri Public Defendar System
2004 - 2008
Attorney, FosterWells Solicitors
1996 - 2004
Attorney, Carter Law office
1992 - 1996
Partner, Powers & Carter
1991 - 1992
Legal Intern, U.S. District Court Western District Of Missouri
Associations
2014 - Present
National College of DUI DefenseMember
2012 - Present
Kansas Bar AssociationMember
2011 - Present
Missouri Association of Trial AttorneysMember
2010 - Present
Eastern Jackson County Bar AssociationMember
2010 - Present
Cass County Bar AssociationMember
2006 - Present
Daughters of American RevolutionMember
2005 - Present
Law Society of England and WalesAdmitted to Practice
1992 - Present
Missouri State Bar AssociationMember
1991 - Present
Kansas City Metropolitan Bar AssociationAffiliate Member
Sample of Legal Cases
State v. WD
Felony drug charge dismissed
City of Raytown v. JJ
Driving on Suspended amended to defective equipment
City of Lees Summit v. SB
Domestic Assault amended to peace disturbance
State v. GS
DUI not guilty verdict
State v. SN
Murder not guilty verdict, Obstruction guilty verdict 18 month sentence
Education
1992
University of Missouri - Kansas City School of Law
JD - Juris Doctor
Speaking Engagements
2017
Oxford Abroad
British Legal System
2017
Bernie Edelman DWI Conference
Ethics in Representation
2015
British Legal System and Profession
Trial of the Indictable
2014
Wigs, Robes and Wine: Hot Topics in Law and Practice in Britain and France
Criminal Practice
2013
Oxford Summer CLE Program
English Criminal Practice
2008
Oxford CLE Abroad
English criminal proceedings
2007
Oxford Summer Program
English Criminal Proceedings
2006
Oxford summer Program
Indictable Only Offences
Languages
English
Activity
Legal Answers
Legal Answers
Q&A
Can a police officer legally remove a temp tag from a vehicle?
31 Jan 2015
Q&A
Do probation officers give urine test for 1st time dui offenders?
07 Dec 2014
Q&A
I am over 18 and got a MIP ticket for weed.. There was an adult over 21 with me who did not get arrested or a ticket What do
07 Dec 2014