Derrick Anthony Pearce
About Derrick
Biography
Derrick Pearce is a Litigation Attorney with over three decades of experience handling insurance-related matters. He has tried to verdict over 50 jury trials in the state courts of Missouri and Kansas, and in the United States District Courts of Missouri and Kansas. The primary focus of his practice involves the representation of clients with short term and long term disability claims under employer-provided benefit plans (ERISA and non-ERISA). His practice also involves the representation of victims of negligence who have suffered serious injury.
Derrick is licensed to practice law in Missouri and Kansas, and is a member of the bar in both states. He is also admitted to practice in the United States District Court for the Western District of Missouri and the District of Kansas. Derrick has represented his clients before the Missouri and Kansas Supreme Courts and the United States Court of Appeals for the Eighth Circuit.
Practice Areas
1
Practice Area
31 years
Fees and Rates
Cost
35%-40%
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Licensed in Missouri for 30 years
State: Missouri
Acquired: 1995
No misconduct found
Licensed in Kansas for 31 years
State: Kansas
Acquired: 1994
No misconduct found
Location
BurnettDriskill, LLC
103 W. 26th Ave., Suite 290, North Kansas City, MO, 64116
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Derrick Anthony Pearce's Reviews
Avvo Review Score
1 Client Review
Showing 1 - 1 of 1 review | 5 stars
Posted by anonymous | January 15, 2025
Excellent legal counsel
I have consulted with Derrick on several legal matters. He provides excellent advice. Professional.
Derrick Anthony Pearce's Lawyer Endorsements
"Derrick Pearce exemplifies the highest level of professionalism in his advocacy for his clients."
"Derrick Pearce is a tenacious and careful advocate for his clients. Highly recommended."
Employee benefits lawyer
Social Security & Disability lawyer
Social Security & Disability lawyer
Social Security & Disability lawyer
Experience
Associations
2021 - Present
Missouri Association of Trial Attorneys
2020 - Present
Clay County Bar Association
1995 - Present
Missouri State Bar Association
1994 - Present
Kansas Bar Association
1994 - Present
Kansas City Metropolitan Bar Association
Sample of Legal Cases
$300,000 settlement.
$249,552.90 back benefit payment.
Education
1994
JD - Juris Doctor