Have you been injured in a personal injury incident? The effects of a personal injury can be life-altering, and it is of the utmost importance that you do not waste any time in securing the representation your case requires. A personal injury attorney in Kansas City from the law firm of Meyerjord, Russell & Hergott is prepared to come alongside you and fight for the resolution you desire. Attorney Matthew Meyerkord received his Juris Doctorate from the University of Missouri – Kansas City, School of Law. He is a member of the Clay County Bar Association and The Missouri Association of Trial Attorneys. Attorney Brian Russell received his law degree from the University of Missouri – Kansas City School of Law and is a member of the American Association for Justice and the Missouri Association of Trial Attorneys. To learn more about the services you can receive when you come to this law office, contact a lawyer at the firm without delay.
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Meyerkord, Russell & Hergott
105 East 5th Street
Suite 301
Kansas City, MO, 64106
State | Status | Acquired | Updated |
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MO | Good Standing, Active | 2004 | 05/22/2022 |
Legal answers | 0 |
Legal guides | 1 |
Award name | Grantor | Date Granted |
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Top 100 Attorney, Kansas/Missouri | Super Lawyers | 2017 |
Best of the Bar | Kansas City Business Journal | 2016 |
Super Lawyer | Super Lawyers | 2016 |
Best of the Bar | Kansas City Business Journal | 2015 |
Super Lawyer | Super Lawyers | 2015 |
Revitalization Governor | Missouri Association of Trial Attorneys | 2014 |
Super Lawyer | Super Lawyers | 2014 |
Super Lawyer | Super Lawyers | 2013 |
Best of the Bar | Kansas City Business Journal | 2011 |
Rising Star | Super Lawyers | 2011 |
Up & Coming Lawyer | Missouri Lawyers Weekly | 2010 |
Rising Star | Super Lawyers | 2010 |
Title | Company name | Duration |
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Partner | Meyerkord, Russell & Hergott | 2008 - Present |
Associate Attorney | Meyerkord, Rineberg & Graham, LLC | 2005 - 2008 |
Law Clerk to the Honorable Michael W. Manners | Jackson County Circuit Court, Division Two | 2004 - 2005 |
Rule-13 Certified Intern | Public Defender Trial Clinic | 2003 - 2004 |
Association name | Position name | Duration |
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American Association for Justice | Board of Governors | 2014 - Present |
Missouri Association of Trial Attorneys, Public Awareness Committee | Member | 2007 - Present |
Missouri Bar | Member | N/A |
Kansas City Metropolitan Bar Association | Member | N/A |
Clay County Bar Association | Member | N/A |
Eastern Jackson County Bar Association | Member | N/A |
Missouri Association of Trial Attorneys, New Lawyers Committee | Co-chair | 2007 - 2008 |
Publication name | Title | Date |
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Missouri Trial Attorney | "If I Can Do It...Why I Decided to Donate 5% of Every Fee to Charity" | 2010 |
Missouri Trial Attorney | "The Res Ipsa Loquitur Inference: A Powerful Tool Now Available to Medical Malpractice Plaintiffs" | 2009 |
School name | Degree | Graduated |
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University of Missouri - Kansas City School of Law | JD - Juris Doctor | 2004 |
University of Missouri, Columbia | BA - Bachelor of Arts | 2001 |
Conference name | Title | Date |
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CLE | Auto Injury Litigation from Start to Finish | 2016 |
Bench Bar | Starting a Law Practice | 2015 |
Case name | Outcome |
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Malik v. Slaughter | $5,000,000.00 settlement |
Boswell v. Green Duck Lounge, Inc. | $225,000.00 |
Martin v. Stajo Iron & Metal, Inc. | $1,000,000.00 |
Sides v. St. Anthony's Med. Ctr. | Missouri Supreme Court Victory |
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Daniel Baylard, Personal injury Attorney on Jun 27, 2018
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
Matt has been a champion for his clients and injured people for years. You are in good hands with him.
Daniel Gabris, Wrongful death Attorney on Mar 18, 2016
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
Matt handles a variety of personal injury matters, but he is most recognized for his ability to handle wrongful death cases. If you know a friend or family member who may have a wrongful death case, Matt is the go to guy. He has a wealth of knowledge in the field, and he brings the vigor and zeal that you want to see in your lawyer. For those reasons, Matt has experienced remarkable success in recovering for his clients. Accordingly, I highly recommend Matt for any personal injury or wrongful death matter.
Michael Waddington, Personal injury Attorney on May 28, 2014
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
I endorse Matthew. He is a highly skilled attorney that is well respected in the legal community.
Andrew Leroy, Personal injury Attorney on May 24, 2013
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
Matt is a zealous advocate and a great attorney to have on your side. I personally have worked with him on several cases and I have always been amazed at his dedication and hard work he puts into each case.
Brian Amick, Personal injury Attorney on Mar 12, 2013
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
Matt is an excellent plaintiff's attorney and very well respected in the Kansas City community
Craig Schlapprizzi, Personal injury Attorney on Nov 5, 2012
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
Exceptional trial lawyer. His results speaks for themselves.
Stephen Sanders, Personal injury Attorney on Oct 2, 2012
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
I endorse this lawyer. Matt is a fine attorney. He and I have often collaborated on cases, bouncing ideas off of each other. That's the kind of lawyer Matt is. He knows when to reach out to other professionals to advance his client's case. Anyone represented by Matt is in good hands.
Anthony Laramore, Personal injury Attorney on Jul 26, 2012
Relationship: Friend
If I were in an accident in Kansas City, I would call Matt.
Joni Cole, Personal injury Attorney on Sep 28, 2010
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
I endorse this lawyer's work. Matt is a fantastic person and excellent lawyer. I refer many of my personal injury cases to him and often consult with him on a variety of issues. I highly recommend him!
Brett Emison, Personal injury Attorney on Sep 23, 2010
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
I have known Matt for more than a decade and recommend his work. Matt is dedicated to the law and to his clients. Matt takes a personal interest in each case and even donates 5% of his fee on every case to a charitable organization related to the subject matter of the claim.
Josh Myers, Personal injury Attorney on Sep 23, 2010
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
Matt is an excellent injury attorney. In fact, I often suggest to injured individuals who call me from Kansas City that they speak with Matt.
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