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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
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Showing 1 - 5 of 6 reviews | Criminal Defense
Posted by Nicholas | November 12, 2020 | Hired Attorney | Criminal Defense
I have faith in lawyers
Mr. Peter took my call and case the same day when I called then he told me what it was going to cost me not money first I felt at ease when the problem seemed most tense he took all my calls an emailed me every step of the way there's no one else I would trust or commit my freedom to other than Josh ...
Thank you, Nicholas. I appreciate the kind review and am very happy that we were able to put you at ease. Not only do we work to make sure our clients get the best result in their case, but we want to make sure they know that we will be doing everything we can to make sure that happens. We only hope that helps our clients sleep a little better.
Posted by Teresa | July 09, 2020 | Hired Attorney | Criminal Defense
He answered my prayers!
Josh Peters took my case and helped me with a payment plan so that I could have representation. He worked with me so I wouldn't have to miss much work. He answered every email or call and with my case he was able to work with the prosecutor and my charges so that I'm looking at less probation time th...
Thank you, Teresa. I am very happy with the result we were able to achieve for you, and it makes it even better to see how happy you are with the way we were able to achieve it. You are very welcome!
Posted by John | October 28, 2019 | Hired Attorney | Criminal Defense
Best attorney in town. The one to call.
I would recommend Josh and his team to anyone. He handled my cases like a professional. He explained the charges, possible outcomes and delivered. While some attorneys I had talked to tried to intimidate me with exaggerated penalties in order to get my business, Josh was busy trying to get charges...
Thank you, John. I am very happy with the result we were able to get, and I appreciate the work you put in to help make it happen, and the faith you had in me to get it done.
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 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!
"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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