Bernard Thomas Schmitt

Bernard Thomas Schmitt

also known as Ben Schmitt

5.0
Rating: 10.0

Licensed for 36 years

Personal injury Lawyer at Kansas City, MO
Practice Areas: Personal Injury, Medical Malpractice

3100 Broadway Blvd., Suite 1420, Kansas City, MO

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Licenses

Licensed in Missouri for 35 years

State: Missouri

Acquired: 1990

Good Standing, Active

No misconduct found

Licensed in Kansas for 36 years

State: Kansas

Acquired: 1989

Active

No misconduct found

Location

Schmitt Mulhern, LLC

3100 Broadway Blvd., Suite 1420, Kansas City, MO, 64111

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Bernard Thomas Schmitt's Reviews

Avvo Review Score

5.0 /5.0

13 Client Reviews

5 star (13)
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Posted by anonymous | February 24, 2022 | Hired Attorney

This review is from a person who hired this attorney.

Incredible

I can't say enough good things about Ben Schmitt and Schmitt Law Firm. They helped my Grandfather after he was in an auto accident when the insurance company did not want to give him a fair settlement, Schmitt Law Firm changed my family's life for the better and I recommend them to everyone! Excellen...t communication throughout the entire process with expert-level experience & knowledge.

Posted by anonymous | July 5, 2018 | Hired Attorney

This review is from a person who hired this attorney.

Auto Accident Head Trauma

Ben had my best interest from the get-go. His keen eye for brain trauma and high level of compassion, along with his utmost professionalism and experience, kept me confident that I had hired the right attorney for my case. Ben Schmitt never once failed to make sure my best interest was his first pr...iority. I have recommended Ben to many and will continue to do so for I want my family and friends to be counseled by the very best.

Posted by Janet | August 11, 2017 | Hired Attorney

This review is from a person who hired this attorney.

Ben Schmitt is a great lawyer!

I hired Ben to be my personal injury lawyer. This was my first time to do so, so glad I did. The insurance company wanted to settle for a very small amount, but Ben was able to get me a good settlement. Ben and his team were very professional and glad it all turn out in my favor. I would refer him ...to anyone who needs a great lawyer.

Bernard Schmitt

Replied last July 5, 2018

Thank you Janet. It was my pleasure and I hope you are doing well.

Posted by anonymous | August 9, 2017 | Hired Attorney

This review is from a person who hired this attorney.

Great Lawyer

Took on my case and worked it for awhile but ebded up getting me the maxium ammount. Would use him again!

Posted by Melody | June 26, 2017 | Hired Attorney

This review is from a person who hired this attorney.

Injured in a car accident

I was rear-ended by a distracted driver, had significant damage to my car, whiplash and a compression fracture to my back. I missed work due to pain and doctor's appts., which caused me to lose income. I tried handling the insurance company on my own, but it became clear that they did not have my bes...t interest in mind. Mr. Schmitt took control of the situation, was always one step ahead of the insurer and got me a sweet deal. After the pain and inconvenience, having a smart attorney represent me was the only positive part of the experience.

Bernard Schmitt

Replied last July 5, 2018

Thank you Melody. We were glad to assist

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Bernard Thomas Schmitt's Lawyer Endorsements

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Laurie Del Percio

Personal injury lawyer | Mar 14

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"I endorse this lawyer. He is a well respected trial attorney in the community. He is knowledgeable about trial tactics and has defense background as well. I highly recommend him for any personal injury matter in Kansas or Missouri."

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Tylor Whitham

Personal injury lawyer | Jan 12

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer."

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Paul Evans

Personal injury lawyer | Apr 07

Relationship: Opposing Counsel on matter

"I endorse this lawyer. I have had the pleasant and educational opportunity to work against Ben Schmitt on more than one occasion. I have always found him to be prepared and knowledgeable about the case, and a seasoned adversary with polished legal skills."

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Michael Wharton

Personal injury lawyer | Aug 10

Relationship: Opposing Counsel on matter

"Ben Schmitt is one of the finest legal minds in Kansas City. I met Ben when we tried a case together several years ago each representing separate clients. I was thoroughly impressed by his professionalism and skill. I endorse Ben."

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Michael Waddington

Personal injury lawyer | May 28

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse Bernard. He is a highly skilled attorney that is well respected in the legal community."

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Benjamin Sansone

Motorcycle accident lawyer | Aug 21

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"Had worked with Ben on several cases and refer cases to him that I have in his area. Ben has a well deserved reputation for excellence with the legal community. He has been very effective on the cases I have referred to him or worked on with him."

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Laurie Del Percio

Personal injury lawyer

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Tylor Whitham

Personal injury lawyer

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Paul Evans

Personal injury lawyer

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Michael Wharton

Personal injury lawyer

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Benjamin Sansone

Personal injury lawyer

Experience

Rating:  10.0 (Superb)

Honors

2012

Top 100, The National Trial Lawyers Association

2012

Million Dollar Advocate, Million Dollar Advocates Forum

2011

Best of the Bar, Kansas City Business Journal

2010

Super Lawyer, SuperLawyers

2007

Robert C. Welch Pro Bono Award, Kansas City Metropolitan Bar Association

2000

AV Rated, Martindale-Hubbell

Work Experience

2005 - 2010

Managing Partner, Schmitt Manz Swanson & Mulhern

1993 - 2005

Partner, Harris McCausland & Schmitt

1989 - 1993

Associate, Wallace Saunders Austin Brown & Enochs

Associations

2012 - Present

Kansas Association for Justice

Member

2011 - Present

American Association for Justice, Products Liability Section

Member

2010 - Present

Missouri Association of Trial Attorneys

Member

1996 - Present

Clayton County Bar Association

Member

1992 - Present

Kansas City Metropolitan Bar Association

Member

1990 - Present

Missouri State Bar Association

Member

2007 - 2008

Clayton County Bar Association

Board of Directors

Education

1989

University of Missouri - Kansas City School of Law

JD - Juris Doctor

1981

Illinois College

BS - Bachelor of Science

Speaking Engagements

2012

National Biker Roundup

Uninsured and Underinsured Motiorist Coverage

2011

Film and the Law

Jury Selection

2011

Bench & Bar Conference

Jury Selection

N/A

Bench & Bar

War Stories

Publications

1996

Chapter 4 Missour Bar Deskbook

Activity

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