Jarrett Aiken Johnson

Jarrett Aiken Johnson

5.0
Rating: 10.0

Licensed for 31 years

Personal injury Lawyer at Kansas City, MO
Practice Areas: Personal Injury, Car Accidents, Wrongful Death, Criminal Defense

4505 Madison Avenue, Kansas City, MO

About Jarrett

Biography

Practice Areas

4

Practice Areas

Personal Injury 40%

Personal injury cases arising from defective premises, slip/fall accidents, defective products, and personal assault. Physical and emotional injuries resulting from sexual/physical abuse at churches, religious camps, and schools.

23 years | 1,000 cases

40%
Car Accident 35%

rear-end collisions, t-bone collisions, head-on collisions, single-car accidents, hit-and-run accidents, accidents with school buses and commercial vehicles, under-insured and uninsured motorist claims.

23 years | 1,000 cases

35%
Wrongful Death 20%

Representing families whose spouses, patrons, or children are killed because of another's negligence (medical negligence, defective products, car accidents). These lawsuits are brought by surviving family members.

23 years | 200 cases

20%
Criminal Defense 5%

Serious felonies, such as murder, manslaughter, rape, robbery, arson, and assault. Defenses may include self-defense, mis-identification by State witnesses, and alibi. Criminal appeals. Post-conviction relief claims of ineffective trial counsel).

32 years | 3,000 cases

5%

Fees and Rates

Cost

Free Consultation

$0 first 90 minutes

Contingency

25%-33%


Payment Methods

  • Cash
  • Check
  • Credit Card

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Licenses

Licensed in Missouri for 31 years

State: Missouri

Acquired: 1994

Good Standing, Active

No misconduct found

Location

McGonagle Spencer Johnson LLC

4505 Madison Avenue, Kansas City, MO, 64111

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Jarrett Aiken Johnson's Reviews

Avvo Review Score

5.0 /5.0

109 Client Reviews

Showing 31 - 35 of 109 reviews

Posted by Marilynne | November 21, 2020 | Hired Attorney | Personal Injury

When in doubt...don't give up

My husband and I contacted Jarret, after we had been told by another law firm here in Kansas City that told us our situation was a dead end. We could contact another attorney if we wanted to but he felt incredibly uncomfortable trying our case against a nationally well-known Property and Casualty In...surance Carrier. I was severely injured on another's property that was related to me. In this state, I was informed by the first attorney, that would go nowhere, and he had discussed it with many of his colleagues who agreed. The only good advice he gave me was possibly seeking the advice of another law firm. I am so glad I contacted this one. Jarret's firm returned my call immediately and after the first consultation with him I felt 100% better about the whole situation. Jarret disagreed with the negative report we had been given, and reassured us he would get the company to reimburse me for the losses from the first reconstructive surgery, and the subsequent one that would be needed in the future. He even allowed that the company was responsible for so much more and felt confident that he could win a suit against them, if it went to court, as my injuries were so severe and life changing. He laid out multiple pathways available for us to go, and didn't pressure us either way. It was a lengthy process, as the Insurance carrier went through several representative attorneys over several months in the initial stages. The insurance company wanted to force this case into court where they felt confident they would not have to pay out anything. He understood my reasoning for not wanting to put my relative through that. I simply wanted the company to honor their commitment to their contractual agreement when they cover someone's assets, and be responsible for my medical expenses. As an attorney, he could've stood to make a great deal more money, and so could we have, by letting it go to court. I have no doubt that he would've won that case, but he understood the family relational value was more important to me than the larger settlement. He stayed after the insurance company until they more than doubled their first offer - which was an insult considering how much of a financial hit, and personal loss I sustained from the injury. What they wanted me to settle for would've left me at a total loss, and facing a future reconstructive surgery still to come, without compensation again. He put up with our bad attitudes and remained confident when things didn't seem to be going anywhere with an obstinate company that thinks they will win in court due to state favoritism in the past. He was always straight forward and honest about the consequences of our choices, but left us to decide what we thought was the best route, and I really appreciated that. When it involves family it is hard to know what's best. Had it not been family I am absolutely certain that he and I would be awaiting a court date that I know we would've walked away from much more satisfied with the results; that justice had been served, and I was much better compensated for the actual injuries sustained. If I ever have need of another personal injury attorney, I won't hesitate to retain Jarret again. I feel totally comfortable at highly recommending him to anybody in need of legal assistence for personal injury. Thanks for everything, Jarret.

Posted by Lacy McClain | October 27, 2020 | Hired Attorney | Personal Injury

Kind and compassionate

I would highly recommend Jarrett Johnson because he was very kind and compassionate from the very beginning. He was incredibly helpful and very straightforward with us. He’s not the kind of person to take advantage of someone. He knows the law and will most definitely guide you in the right directio...n. I am so thankful to have found someone so thoughtful and knowledgeable to help us with a situation with our injured child.

Posted by Pam | September 16, 2020 | Hired Attorney | Personal Injury

Absolutely the best!

Jarrett Johnson is the best combination of traits to be an effective attorney: he's compassionate, fair, and tenacious. When we hired Jarrett to handle our injury case after getting rear-ended at a stop light, the insurance company involved kept trying to low ball the claim. Jarrett fully understoo...d the life-changing pain sustained, and stayed after the big insurance company until they had no choice but to agree to his demand. I truly believe most attorneys would have walked away with less. Jarrett truly went to work for us and didn't stop working for us until we won. He is the best of the best!

Posted by Amy | September 11, 2020 | Hired Attorney | Family

Best of the Beat

Jarrett immediately responded to my request for help, even over a holiday weekend. His commitment to justice and service are fully apparent. He presented himself with honesty and compassion. I will recommend Jarrett every opportunity I get. He helped me reach a resolution that was highly beneficial t...o my family, when we needed it most.

Posted by anonymous | July 23, 2020 | Hired Attorney | Lawsuits & Disputes

Fantastic Lawyer!

Jarrett was a pleasure to work with and extremely knowledge! My case ended in a timely manner and he was very professional from start to end. Highly recommended!

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Jarrett Aiken Johnson's Lawyer Endorsements

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Michael Leonard

Criminal defense lawyer | Dec 07

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I have spent a good amount of time watching Jarrett Johnson litigate. He is an outstanding advocate for his clients. He is aggressive when necessary and he has an excellent command of the law. It is also obvious that he is completely comfortable in the courtroom. That is just a natural talent. I would recommend Jarrett to anyone who needed a lawyer."

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Michael Waddington

Criminal defense lawyer | May 27

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

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

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J. Denise Carter

Criminal defense lawyer | Apr 23

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer. Jarrett is a well respected, very talented and knowledgable lawyer."

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Rebecca Martin

Personal injury lawyer | Apr 10

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer. Jarrett is a great lawyer, he is empathetic to his clients and gets excellent results. He has more trial experience than most lawyers I know."

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Miller Leonard

Criminal defense lawyer | Feb 04

Relationship: Co-worker

"I worked with Jarrett as a Missouri State Public Defender. Jarrett is not just a great lawyer, he really cares about his clients."

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Joseph Welch

Personal injury lawyer | Jan 27

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"An aggressive and brilliant trial lawyer in both criminal and civil cases."

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Andrea Ridlen

Criminal defense lawyer | May 15

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer."

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Experience

Rating:  10.0 (Superb)

Honors

2025

Super Lawyer, SuperLawyers

2024

Super Lawyer, SuperLawyers

2023

Super Lawyer, SuperLawyers

2023

Top Verdicts, Missouri Lawyers Weekly

2009

Rising Star, SuperLawyer

2000

Lon O. Hocker Memorial Trial Lawyer Award, Missouri Bar Foundation

Work Experience

2023 - Present

Partner, McGonagle Spencer Johnson LLC

2010 - 2023

Sole Practitioner, The Jarrett Johnson Law Firm

2005 - 2010

Attorney, Hubbell Peak O'Neal Napier & Leach

2004 - 2005

Attorney, McCallister Law Firm

2002 - 2004

Attorney, Polsinelli Shughart

1995 - 2002

Attorney & Trial Team Leader, Missouri State Public Defender

Associations

2009 - Present

KCMBA Trial Academy

Mentor

2013 - 2020

UMKC School of Law

Adjunct Professor of Trial Advocacy

2010 - 2013

Kansas City Metropolitan Bar Association

Chair, Jackson County Local Rules Committee

2001 - 2003

Missouri Bar

Chair--Criminal Law Committee

Education

1993

University of Missouri - Kansas City School of Law

Juris Doctor

1990

Texas A&M University

Bachelor of Arts

Speaking Engagements

2013

KCMBA Trial Academy

Opening Statement

2013

KCMBA Trial Academy

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Languages

English

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