Kevin E. J. Regan

Kevin E. J. Regan

5.0
Rating: 10.0

Licensed for 44 years

Criminal defense Lawyer at Kansas City, MO
Practice Areas: Criminal Defense, Litigation, Entertainment

1821 Wyandotte St Ste 200, Kansas City, MO

About Kevin

Biography

Practice Areas

Fees and Rates

Cost

Free Consultation

$0 first 60 minutes

Hourly Rates

$ 275-320 per hour

Contingency

33%-40%


Payment Methods

  • Cash
  • Check
  • Credit Card

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Licenses

Licensed in Missouri for 43 years

State: Missouri

Acquired: 1982

Good Standing, Active

No misconduct found

Licensed in Kansas for 44 years

State: Kansas

Acquired: 1981

Active

No misconduct found

Location

The Regan Law Firm, LLC

1821 Wyandotte St Ste 200, Kansas City, MO, 64108-2611

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Kevin E. J. Regan's Reviews

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5.0 /5.0

15 Client Reviews

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Posted by anonymous | January 11, 2022 | Hired Attorney | Criminal Defense

An amazing outcome!

Kevin is amazing at handling criminal cases. He knows how to navigate and guide a client to the best outcome of a case. I cannot imagine any other lawyer being as seasoned and able to achieve such high success. I will forever be thankful for picking Kevin to represent me. He saved my life and my son'...s too in my opinion. I would recommend Kevin to anyone.

Posted by anonymous | May 09, 2020 | Hired Attorney | DUI & DWI

Highly Recommend

Kevin and his great assistants helped me with my DUI (first and only). He's an honest guy that doesn't just say what you want to hear to earn you as a client. Also, he or his assistants will always get back to you within a business day to answer any questions or help with your case. This was extr...emely helpful to me since it was my first ever interaction with the criminal justice system and I was scared of the process. I immediately felt more at ease after meeting with Kevin and having him on my side. He wasn't the cheapest attorney in my area but I still felt like I got a deal.

Posted by Matt | September 21, 2018 | Hired Attorney | Business

Integrity, Compassion, and Results

Kevin has represented my family and I for many years in business and personal matters. He is straightforward, honest, and sincerely pursues the best outcome for his clients. There is no one I would trust more for myself or my family than Kevin Regan.

Posted by Ray | September 20, 2018 | Hired Attorney | Business

Best Lawyer in Kansas City

Kevin has repersented me for many years in both my business and personal matters. His attention to detail is second to none. To anyone looking for legal advice or representation I would highly recommend him.

Posted by Katherine | November 12, 2015 | Hired Attorney | Lawsuits & Disputes

Regan Law Firm Review

Highly recommended! All the results of a corporate lawyer, and he climbed the ranks locally and has more leverage within the courts, but without the corporate firm price tag. I was amazed by the end of my (first) consultation, hearing he's within the top 1% of lawyers his kind in the nation, voted 'B...est of the Bar' every year, & he charged me a pretty fair price. I've only used him for civil cases, two, but he's frequently in the news for exceptional outcomes while representing high profile criminal cases. If a Chiefs player has been in trouble, it's likely that Kevin represented him. Both times I used him, actually, his prices were fair. That said, I didn't shop around for billboard lawyers or floor rates, assuming you get what you pay for, and considering the nature of the purchase. Bottom line: He will get the best results available to you, and I appreciated his help in my situations.

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Kevin E. J. Regan's Lawyer Endorsements

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J. Erker

Criminal defense lawyer | Sep 19

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"Kevin is an exceptional attorney whose experience, skill, and tenacity consistently result in phenomenal results for his clients. I could not recommend him more highly and am honored to know and work with such a wonderful person."

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Michael Yonke

Unknown lawyer | Sep 18

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer. I have had the opportunity to know Mr. Regan as a lawyer for over 25 years. Unquestionably, he is one of the best trial lawyers in Kansas City, the state of Missouri and the United States. His skills extend beyond the courtroom. Kevin deeply cares about his clients and has consistently developed long term personal relationships with them following his representation. I cannot say enough about Him as an attorney."

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Michael Spiegel

Criminal defense lawyer | Jul 23

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"I endorse this lawyer. Kevin is hard hitting and knows his stuff, he is always responsive and great to work with."

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Jason Pottenger

Criminal defense lawyer | Jan 07

Relationship: Worked for lawyer

"I endorse this lawyer. Kevin is a talented and well respected trial lawyer. His skills and reputation translate to excellent results for his clients. He also has an incredible ability to work behind the scenes and quietly keep his clients out of trouble. He is a consummate advocate and counselor."

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Gregory Watt

Criminal defense lawyer | Nov 11

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"Kevin sets the pace for the rest of us. He's in another league, as far as I am concerned. I wouldn't hesitate to recommend Kevin Regan. Thanks, Greg Watt"

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Experience

Rating:  10.0 (Superb)

Honors

2017

Top 100 Trial Lawyers in Missouri, American Trial Lawyers Association

2017

Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers

2017

Best Lawyers in America, Best Lawyers in America

2017

AV Peer Review Rating, Martindale-Hubbell

2016

Best of the Bar, Kansas City Business Journal

2015

Best of the Bar, Kansas City Business Journal

2015

Top 50 Super Lawyers, Missouri & Kansas Super Lawyers Magazine

2015

Top 100 Criminal Defense, National Trial Lawyers

2015

Best Lawyers of Kansas City, Ingram's Magazine

2015

AV preeminent rated, Martindale-Hubbell

2015

Criminal Law Selectee, Best Lawyers in America

2012

Top Missouri Lawyer in Criminal Law, Best Lawyers in America

1991

Lon O. Hocker Award, Missouri Bar Foundation

Work Experience

1999 - Present

Attorney, The Regan Law Firm, L.L.C.

1987 - 1999

Partner, Yonke, Arnold, Newbold and Regan

1983 - 1987

Special Prosecutor, Missouri Attorney General's Office

1982 - 1987

Assistant Prosecuting Attorney, Jackson County Prosecuting Attorney's Office

1981 - 1982

Assistant District Attorney, Johnson County District Attorney's Office

1981 - 1981

Special Prosecutor, United States Attorney's Office, District of Kansas

Associations

2010 - Present

American College of Trial Lawyers

Fellow

1982 - Present

Kansas City Metropolitan Bar Association

Attorney Member

1982 - Present

Missouri State Bar Association

Member

1982 - Present

Kansas Bar Association

Member

1988 - 1988

Kansas City Metropolitan Bar Association

Chairman

Education

1981

Washburn University School of Law

JD - Juris Doctor

1977

Emporia State University

BA - Bachelor of Arts

Speaking Engagements

2017

Wyandotte County Bar Association

The Art of Trial Advocacy

2016

University of Missouri School of Law

Excellence in Trial Advocacy

2016

Jackson County, Missouri County Prosecutor

Masters Course in Trial Advocacy

2015

UMKC School of Law

Criminal Trial Techniques

2010

Washburn University School of Law

Advanced Trial Advocacy

Languages

English

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