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Annette Griggs
also known as Larea Annette Griggs, L. Annette Griggs
About Annette
Biography
I grew up near Clinton, Missouri but have spent my adult life in the greater Kansas City area. I finished my undergraduate degree at the University of Missouri - Kansas City at the top of my class and then started law school at the University of Missouri - Kansas City. I then went into private practice after law school and have focused my career helping personal injury victims.
I have dedicated my practice to the representation of injured people. My focus is in Traumatic Brain Injury (TBI) cases. I was appointed by Governor Jay Nixon to the Missouri Brain Injury Advisory Couuncil and continue to serve the State of Missouri under our current governor. Many of my clients have been injured in car and truck accidents, by drunk drivers, had a motorcycle, ATV or bicycle accident or a trip/slip and fall accident. I also represent families in wrongful death claims for their loved ones arising from dram shop cases (liquor liability), product liability claims, and premises liability cases. We also took a case to the Supreme Court to change negligent enrrustment laws for gun shops and other entities to protect Missourians.
I am also passionate about halping women who have been injured and helping younger female attorneys succeed in their practices. I am an active member in the Association of Women Lawyers of Kansas City (AWL-KC) and served on their Board of Directors for many years. I am on the Board of Governors for the Missouri Association of Trial Attorneys, where I have chaired their Women's Caucus group in Kansas City. I have also spoken at the UMKC Law School to women law students regarding their job search post graduation and promoting the idea of entrepreneurship as an alternative to traditional employment. I am a mentor in the AWLF Connections Program which pairs younger/new female attorneys with a mentor to help ensure their success as new attorneys.
Additionally, I regularly participate in as many worthwhile community projects as possible including Habitat for Humanity, Project ElderCool, Rally for the Cure, American Red Cross, Salvation Army, Harvesters, Bishop Sullivan Center, and is active in other bar-related organizations including MATA, MATA Women and the UMKC Inn of Courts. I also served on the board for Hope Haven of Cass County - a domestic violence and sexual abuse shelter for 4 years.
Outside of the legal profession, I love spending time with my husband, daughter and extended family. We are active in our church and numerous community and political organizations.
Education:
University of Missouri-Kansas City School of Law, Kansas City, Missouri
Honors: AmJur Award for Advanced Legal Writing (highest grade in the class); Urban Lawyer 2000-2001
University of Missouri - Kansas City, Kansas City, Missouri, 1999
B.A.
Honors: Received Honors for Highest GPA in Undergraduate Class
Honors: Outstanding PACE Graduate Award
Honors: ABW Award
Major: Liberal Arts
Bar Admissions:
The United States Supreme Court, 2014
Supreme Court of Missouri, 2001
Supreme Court of Kansas, 2002
Kansas City Metropolitan Bar Association
Kansas Bar Association
Clay County Bar Association
U.S. District Court Western District of Missouri, 2001
Practice Areas
5
Practice Areas
Brain Injury
46%
25 years | 25 cases
Wrongful Death
17%
25 years | 37 cases
Car Accident
16%
25 years | 123 cases
Personal Injury
16%
25 years | 142 cases
Fees and Rates
Cost
Contingency
38%-45%
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Licensed in Kansas for 23 years
State: Kansas
Acquired: 2002
No misconduct found
Licensed in Missouri for 24 years
State: Missouri
Acquired: 2001
No misconduct found
Location
Law Offices of Annette Griggs
800 W. 47th Street, Suite 705, Kansas City, MO, 64112
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Posted by Angelique | April 28, 2011
Angel
Annette did so much for me even though she wasn't sure exactly what needed to be done but, that didn't stop her from finding out, and getting it done! Since I first met her she she has came a long way. Incredible, amazing, spectacular! I would most definately recommend her to anyone in need of a l...
Annette Griggs's Lawyer Endorsements
"Annette is one of the most accomplished attorneys in her field. She has taught me more about the practice of law than any other source including law school! I would recommend Annette especially in cases involving Brain Injuries. She has a passion of not only recovering money for her clients but also getting her clients well."
"This lawyer is excellent, compassionate and passionate about helping people. I endorse this lawyer."
"An extremely talented and well respected attorney in the legal community, I wholeheartedly recommend her to anyone looking for a lawyer who knows the law and truly cares about protecting the rights of her clients and getting them the most favorable result possible."
"I endorse this lawyer.Annette is highly respected and successful member of the legal community. She serves he clients well. Highly recommend."
"Annette is creative and persistent. She finds solutions for her clients. She cares about her clients. Add to that, her staff is kind and knowledgeable. Annette gets great results for her clients in personal injury, wrongful death, and dram shop cases."
"Annette Griggs is a tenacious advocate for all of her clients. The level of personal commitment she gives each client and each case is top notch. She gives her clients the advice and effort that she would give if it were her own family that needed the help of a lawyer. She is committed to ensuring that every person served by her office is treated with kindness and respect. Her clients receive a level of personal attention that is unmatched."
"It has been my pleasure to have known Annette for many years. She is an excellent and talented attorney. She provides a level of service to her clients which we all strive to emulate."
"I endorse this lawyer. Annette and her firm are leaders in the Kansas City legal field. A careful, meticulous attorney, Annette has had a series of excellent results for her clients. I heartily endorse her."
"I was defense counsel on a wrongful death case with Annette and her law partner David. Annette and David are a very skilled lawyers who are determined to get good results for their clients. I highly recommend their firm to anyone needing legal assistance in the areas of personal injury and wrongful death."
"I have known Annette Griggs since 1998. We started law school together at the University of Missouri - Kansas City. We graduated in 2001 and started practicing together in 2003. She is a very conscientious attorney who takes great pride in providing her clients with excellent representation."
"I first got to know Annette and her law partner, David, back in law school. They were both serving on the highly prestigious UMKC Law Review. Since that time I have worked with her firm, against her firm and even referred client's her way. They have an excellent reputation and always keep thier client's interest at heart."
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Experience
Honors
2016
Super Lawyer, Missouri & Kansas Super Lawyers Magazine
2016
Top 50 Attorneys in Kansas City, Missouri Kansas SuperLawyers
2016
Top 50 Female Attorneys in Missouri and Kansas, SuperLawyers of Missouri and Kansas
2016
Top 100 Attorney in Missouri and Kansas, SuperLawyers
2013
Best of the Bar - Personal Injury, Best of the Bar for Kansas and Missouri
2012
Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers Magazine
2011
Rising Star, Super Lawyers Magazine
2011
Best of the Bar - Personal Injury, KC Business Journal
2011
Up and Coming Lawyer, Missouri Lawyers Weekly
2001
AmJur Award for Advanced Legal Writing, UMKC - AmJur Award
Work Experience
2003 - Present
Managing Partner, McCollum & Griggs, LLC
Associations
2013 - Present
MATA Women's CaucusChair of Women's Caucus
2012 - Present
Missouri Association of Trial AttorneysBoard of Governors
2012 - Present
Hope Haven of Cass CountyBoard of Directors
2011 - Present
Association of Women LawyersBoard Member and Chair of Awards Committee
2011 - Present
Association for Women Lawyers of Greater Kansas CityBoard Member
2005 - Present
MATAMember
2011 - 2013
AWLF Practice Development ProgramAdvisor
2009 - 2013
UMKC Inn of CourtsAdvisor
Sample of Legal Cases
Mixon v. Sumner County Care Center, Crystal Creamer, et al.
Settled $1,150,000
Smith v. Bush - $2,268,979
Judgment - $2,268,979
Clough v. Taylor
$1,100,000 - settlement
Confidential v. Confidential - DRAM SHOP CASE
$4,000,000 settlement
Confidential v. Confidential - PRODUCTS LIABILITY CASE
$2,125,000 Settlement
McCurley v. Bridges
$300,000 settlement
Mendez v. All Star Family Sports Arena, Inc.
Settlement
Education
2001
University of Missouri - Kansas City School of Law
JD - Juris Doctor
Speaking Engagements
2010
UMKC OWLS event
Starting Your Own Law Practice
Publications
2011
AWL Link
Changes to Missouri's Dram Shop Law May Only Be a Shot Away
Languages
English
Activity
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Legal Guides
Legal Guide
Filing An Insurance Claim for Home or Property Damage
26 Apr 2011
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26 Apr 2011
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Guidelines for Giving Your Deposition - Missouri and beyond
26 Apr 2011