Denise Kirby

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Denise Kirby

5.0
Rating: 10.0

Licensed for 31 years

DUI and DWI Lawyer at Kansas City, MO
Practice Areas: DUI & DWI

Two Pershing Square Building, 2300 Main St., Ste. 900, Kansas City, MO

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About Denise

Biography

WHEN FACING A DWI CHARGE, YOU NEED A RESPECTED, KNOWLEDGEABLE, EXPERIENCED ATTORNEY WHO WINS.

WHEN CHARGED WITH DWI, YOU NEED AN ATTORNEY WHO WINS. RESPECTED, KNOWLEDGEABLE, AND EXPERIENCED.

Practice Areas

1

Practice Area

DUI and DWI 100%

Teaches DWI defense. Has passed the NHTSA training in DWI Detection and the Administration of Standardized Field Sobriety Tests.

32 years

100%

Fees and Rates

Cost

Free Consultation

$0 first 20 minutes


Payment Methods

  • Cash
  • Check
  • Credit Card

Licenses

Licensed in Kansas for 12 years

State: Kansas

Acquired: 2013

Active

No misconduct found

Licensed in Missouri for 31 years

State: Missouri

Acquired: 1994

Good Standing, Active

No misconduct found

Location

Law Offices of Denise Kirby

Two Pershing Square Building, 2300 Main St., Ste. 900, Kansas City, MO, 64108

denisekirbylaw.com

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Denise Kirby's Reviews

Avvo Review Score

5.0 /5.0

87 Client Reviews

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Showing 6 - 10 of 43 reviews | Recommendation

Posted by anonymous | May 09, 2024 | Hired Attorney | DUI & DWI

Top Notch!

I feel as though I was wrongfully arrested for a DUI. I am a pretty boring mom who never goes out and had not had a drink in years. A friend came from out of town and for the first night in years I took her out in KC, had 1 drink, than drank water for about 2 hours, grabbed a bite to eat, and about 3... or 4 hours after my one drink got in the car and forgot to turn on my headlights and got pulled over by a thirty to arrest DUI officer. He did three field sobriety test and I lost my balance on the walk, the last test, due to nerves/anxiety (was shaking), it was on an elevated surfaces and a uneven cracked sidewalk. He arrested me and gave me a PBT which I easily passed but still insisted I was under the influence. I called many lawyers and many stated that many prosecutors are hard on DUI’s due to MAD and even though it seemed straightforward we likely would have to go to trial. I looked up Denise and was impressed by her credentials but once I talked to her I knew she was hands down the one I wanted to hire. She was confident in her abilities and what she would be able to do for me. I could have gotten a cheaper lawyer but I she was well worth the extra I had to spend to get representation that would fight for me. Denise was able to get charge completely dismissed. It is disappointing that you can do everything right and still get wrongfully arrested by someone stacking up cases but thankful for people like Denise who are able to represent people when they feel like the odds are stacked against them. Denise, thanks for everything you did to represent me and get my case dismissed. I shouldn’t never need another DUI lawyer but would/will recommend you, hands down!

Posted by anonymous | February 14, 2024 | Hired Attorney | DUI & DWI

THE BEST ATTORNEY IN KC!

If you find yourself in the same trouble I was in-do not call any other law firm in KC - CALL DENISE! She is amazing! She not only calmed me down (because I was terrified), she kept me well informed and answered all my questions. The best part of all: Denise got my DWI case dismissed and won my lic...ensing hearing. Trust me - Denise Kirby is the real deal in KANSAS CITY!!

Posted by anonymous | June 14, 2023 | Hired Attorney | DUI & DWI

I got charged with DWI and Denise Kirby got my case dismissed after winning a Motion to Suppress

I got charged with a DWI in September, 2022. I hired Denise Kirby and she started by calling me and getting all the information she needed from me asap. She was very impressive with how she handled the case and she constantly kept me in the loop with what was going on. After watching the video of my... arrest, she filed for a motion to suppress and won that, which resulted in the case being dropped. She came to court incredibly prepared and had a counter for everything the prosecutor said. Overall, watching Denise handle this case was very impressive and I would highly recommend her to anyone in this situation.

Posted by anonymous | May 08, 2023 | Hired Attorney | DUI & DWI

Trust me, she’s worth every penny! DWI review

Denise came highly recommended to me and I really can’t thank my friend enough for this. I was pulled over and found myself in a big pickle, I was arrested and received a DWI. Denise not only won my license hearing but got my DWI amended to a lane violation with no probation. I’ve never heard of ...this outcome, but this woman got it done with her expertise and thorough examination of all footage. She’s one of the most thorough lawyers I have ever worked with and any questions I had were always answered quickly. Thank you for lifting that million pounds off my shoulders Denise, and I will ALWAYS have her number handy for any of my friends or family in need of help.

Posted by anonymous | August 11, 2022 | Hired Attorney | DUI & DWI

Best of the best!

If you want real results and come out in a better situation, Denise is your guy. Everyone else gave false hopes but were certain regarding retainer. There’s a reason why Denises’ focus is DUI/DWI,She wins…

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Denise Kirby's Lawyer Endorsements

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Christine Hanisco

DUI and DWI lawyer | Apr 09

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Denise is a national leader in DUI & DWI defense. As a fellow attorney I know I can count on her to help me think through difficult issues in my case. Her clients are fortunate to have her on their side."

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Ben Faber

DUI and DWI lawyer | Sep 15

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Denise's reputation is unmatched. She is an excellent trial attorney who strives for great results for all of her clients."

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John Newsham

Criminal defense lawyer | Jan 13

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Denise has done groundbreaking work in defending clients in felony DWI charges."

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George Johnson

DUI and DWI lawyer | May 26

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"I endorse this lawyer. I consulted with Denise on a very complicated case involving prior offenses. She walked me through the proper motion to keep the charge from becoming a felony. It was successful. She knows what she is doing, and is known as a lawyer's lawyer. She has also been a featured speaker at our annual DWI seminar"

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Gina Simone

Criminal defense lawyer | Aug 06

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"One of the best and brightest in the state, Ms. Kirby is well-versed in DUI and criminal defense law. She thoroughly researches every potential issue in each case, offering her clients uniquely tailored, well-crafted defenses. I highly recommend this attorney."

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Carl Ward

Criminal defense lawyer | Aug 06

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer. She is one of the best criminal defense lawyers on the western side of Missouri."

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Ben Faber

DUI and DWI lawyer

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Gina Simone

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Carl Ward

DUI and DWI lawyer

Experience

Rating:  10.0 (Superb)

Honors

2025

Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers

2024

Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers

2023

Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers

2023

Best DWI/DUI Attorney in Kansas City, Kansas City Star

2022

Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers

2022

Super Lawyer - DUI/DWI Defense, Super Lawyers - voted by peers

2021

Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers

2021

Super Lawyer - DUI/DWI Defense, Super Lawyers - voted by peers

2020

Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers

2020

Super Lawyer - DUI/DWI Defense, Super Lawyers - voted by peers

2019

"10 Best Attorneys" Criminal Law in Missouri, American Institute of Criminal Law Attorneys

2019

Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers

2019

Super Lawyer - DUI/DWI Defense, Super Lawyers - voted by peers

2019

President's Award, Missouri Association of Criminal Defense Lawyers

2019

Top 100 - Criminal Defense Law, Association of American Trial Lawyers

2019

Top 100 Criminal Defense Lawyers, The National Trial Lawyers

2019

"10 Best Attorneys" DUI/DWI Law for Missouri, American Institute of DUI/DWI Attorneys

2018

Nation's Top One Percent, The National Association of Distinguished Counsel

2018

Missouri's Top 10 Criminal Defense Attorneys, Attorney and Practice Magazine

2018

10 Best Attorneys - Missouri, American Institute of DUI/DWI Attorneys

2018

Top 100 Criminal Defense Lawyers, The American Society of Legal Advocates

2017

Top 10 Criminal Law Attorneys - Missouri, American Jurist Institute

2016

Top 100 DWI Attorneys, National Association For DUI Defense

2016

Top 100 Criminal Defense Lawyers, The American Society of Legal Advocates

2015

Top 100 DWI Attorneys, National Association For DUI Defense

2015

Top One Percent, The National Association of Distinguished Counsel

2014

"10 Best" Criminal Lawyers in MO based on Client Satisfaction, American Institute of Criminal Law Attorneys

2014

Top 100 DWI Attorneys, The National Advocacy for DUI Defense

2014

Top 100 Trial Lawyers, The National Trial Lawyers

2014

NHTSA Certified to Administer Standardized Field Sobriety Tests, National Highway Traffic Safety Administration

Work Experience

1996 - Present

Attorney, The Law Offices of Denise Kirby

1994 - 1996

Associate, Shook Hardy & Bacon, Kansas City, Mo/Overland Park, Ks

Associations

2020 - Present

Missouri DWI Institute

President

2018 - Present

DUI Defense Lawyers Association

Member

2017 - Present

National College for DUI Defense, Inc.

Member

2015 - Present

Missouri Association of Criminal Defense Lawyers

DWI Committee

2006 - Present

Missouri Society for Criminal Justice

President

2015 - 2020

Missouri Association of Criminal Defense Lawyers

Board of Directors

1994 - 2013

Kansas City Metropolitan Bar Association

Member

Sample of Legal Cases

Department of Revenue License Hearings

Won

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Education

1994

Georgetown University Law Center

JD - Juris Doctor

1990

Missouri State University

BS - Bachelor of Science

Speaking Engagements

2022

24 Hour NHTSA SFST Training for Lawyers

The DWI Legal Environment

2020

The Missouri DWI Institute Summer Series

The Criminal Basics of DWI Defense

2019

DWI Law & Science Seminar

Winning Administrative License Hearings: Using Their Records Against Them

2019

Bernie Edelman DWI Law & Science Seminar

Seminar Co-Chair

2018

DWI Law & Science Seminar

Challenging Prior DWI Convictions in the Criminal Case

2018

Bernie Edelman DWI Law & Science Seminar

Seminar Co-Chair

2017

Solo & Small Firm Conference

DWI Defense

2017

Solo & Small Firm Conference

Practicing in Municipal Court post-Ferguson

2017

DWI Law & Science Seminar

How to Win Administrative Hearings Using Only the Records

2017

Bernie Edelman DWI Law & Science Seminar

Program Co-Chair

2016

The 2017 Criminal Code Revision

The 2017 Criminal Code Revision

2016

DWI Law & Science Seminar

Program Moderator

2015

DWI Law & Science Seminar

Defending Against the Use of Prior Convictions for Sentencing Enhancement

2015

Defending Drug Cases in State Court, Part II

Issues in Choosing a Jury - Voir Dire; Cross Examination

2015

Defending Drug Cases in State Court, Part I

Motions to Suppress in State Court Drug Cases

2014

Missouri DWI - What You Need to Know to Protect Your Client

Challenging Prior Convictions in Criminal DWI Cases

2014

DWI Law and Science Seminar

Program Moderator

2012

DWI Law and Science Seminar

Challenging Prior Convictions in Criminal DWI Cases

2011

What You Need to Know - Kansas City Municipal Court

Kansas City Municipal Court

2010

Municipal Court Update - Defense Forum

Criminal Defense in Municipal Court

Publications

2015

DWI Law & Science Challenging Prior Convictions in the Criminal Case

2012

DWI LAW AND SCIENCE Challenging Prior Convictions in the Criminal Case

Languages

English

Activity

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