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also known as Joshuah Peter
Josh Peter began his legal career in 2003 when he first volunteered to help at the Public Defender Trial office in Kansas City, Missouri while still in law school. He then spent the next 12 years at the trial office representing thousands of clients facing criminal charges ranging from Murder, Manslaughter, Assault, Robbery, Burglary, Rape, Sodomy, Kidnapping, Unlawful Use of a Weapon, Felon in Possession of a Firearm, Drug Possession, Drug Sales, Drug Trafficking, to Trespassing, Fraud, Forgery, Passing a Bad Check, Speeding, DWI / DUI and many others. Josh is one of the top Kansas City Criminal Defense Attorneys.
He has consistently shown a dedication to doing whatever it takes to get his clients the best results, taking many cases to trial and obtaining numerous not guilty verdicts, dismissals, and getting key pieces of evidence suppressed. When a dismissal or acquittal isn't possible, Josh has negotiated many excellent results including probation, diversion, and time served on many serious charges.
Josh graduated from the University of Central Missouri with degrees in Criminal Justice and Political Science, before attending the University of Missouri - Kansas City where he obtained his law degree. He is a graduate of the National Criminal Defense College, and has been a member of the National Association of Criminal Defense Lawyers, a board member of the Kansas City Metropolitan Bar Association, a counsel member of the Young Lawyers Section of the Missouri Bar, and a member of the Association of Women Lawyers.
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140 Walnut St., Suite 10, Kansas City, MO, 64106
32 Client Reviews
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Posted by Meghan | July 17, 2019 | Hired Attorney | Criminal Defense
Highly Recommend.!!
My Search For A Criminal Defense Attorney Began A Year &. A Half Ago. I Literally Googled “Best Criminal Defense Lawyer In Kansas City, MO” &. Solomon &. Peter Was The Top Choice In My Search. Upon Meeting With Josh, He Was THE ONLY Person Out Of The Few Other Lawyers I Had Spoken To Prior, That Actu...
Thank you, Meghan! I am so happy we were able to help you and your husband out with such a great result. I appreciate all of the kind words and am glad you feel that way. It is exactly what we try to make sure all of our clients feel.
Posted by Ben | July 17, 2019 | Hired Attorney | Lawsuits & Disputes
Excellent and prompt
He was always quick to answer my questions, and took care of my situation in a very professional manner. I was very please with the outcome of the case.
Thank you, Ben. I am happy we were able to help and that you are pleased with the outcome.
Posted by Mark | June 06, 2019 | Hired Attorney | Criminal Defense
Highly Recommend Using Josh!!
I very highly recommend Solomon & Peter LLP. Josh and I grew up in the same small town where we all knew each other; so I already knew his character and that’s why I used him. However; I do have to admit that I was very embarrassed and ashamed for the mistakes I had made in the past which forced me t...
Thank you, Mark. I am very glad that I was able to help you and make things as easy as possible for you. A dismissal is obviously a great result, and I am proud of the work that I have done, but you should be commended for the great things you have done. It made my job much easier. Keep it up, and take care!
Posted by Brittni | March 28, 2019 | Hired Attorney | Criminal Defense
Absolutely amazing lawyer!
I contacted Josh shortly after I had been charged, he immediately made an appointment for us to meet and get a consultation. After reviewing my case, he went unbelievably above and beyond to make sure I got the best sentence possible. My case took awhile due to some special circumstances, and he saw ...
Thank you, Brittni. This case did take a while, but everything worked out just as we had planned. Thank you for trusting us and having the patience to get you the best result possible.
Posted by Mike | March 26, 2019 | Hired Attorney | Lawsuits & Disputes
1st timer
These guys were up front about everything and didnt seem to mind my enailing them with strange questions about my case, he got me s better deal than i thought was pissible. If ever in a bind again i will be calling josh again
Thank you, Mike. We always want to make sure our clients are fully aware of what is going on, so no question is too strange. I am glad we were able to exceed your expectations.
"Josh is an excellent courtroom lawyer. He has an excellent command of the law and he is a great communicator. I don't hesitate to endorse him. I would hire josh myself."
"Mr. Peter is an excellent and knowledgeable criminal defense attorney. I would recommend him to anyone seeking counsel in both simple and complicated criminal matters."
Criminal defense lawyer
Criminal defense lawyer
2018
Best Lawyer, Expertise
2017
Best Lawyer, Expertise
2016
Best of the Bar, Kansas City Business Journal
2016
Best Lawyer, Expertise
2011
Trial Practice Institute, National Criminal Defense College
2016 - Present
Attorney / Partner, Solomon & Peter, LLP
2006 - 2016
Public Defender, Missouri State Public Defender System
2019 - Present
Kansas City Metropolitan Bar Association, Criminal Law CommitteeVice-Chair
2014 - 2016
Kansas City Metropolitan Bar AssociationBoard Member
2012 - 2016
Missouri Bar, Young Lawyers SectionCouncil Member
2012 - 2016
Missouri Bar, Young Lawyers SectionCounsel Member
2011 - 2012
National Criminal Defense CollegeMember
2011 - 2012
National Association of Criminal Defense LawyersMember
2005
JD - Juris Doctor
2002
Bachelor's degree,
2018
Criminal Defense / Trial Preparation
2017
Defending Clients in Municipal Court
2017
Expungments
2016
Criminal Defense
2016
Handling a Municipal Traffic Case
English
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