William Elmer Niffen II

William Elmer Niffen II

also known as Bill Niffen, William E Niffen II

5.0
Rating: 9.6

Licensed for 33 years

Immigration Lawyer at North Kansas City, MO
Practice Areas: Immigration, Car Accidents, DUI & DWI ... +2 more

1901 Swift Ave., North Kansas City, MO

About William

Practice Areas

5

Practice Areas

Immigration 75%

I handle a variety of cases: green cards, DACA, visas, TPS, deferred inspection, U Visas and citizenship.

14 years

75%
Car Accident 10%

I have handled hundreds of auto accident cases in my career. I also know about insurance coverage, including uninsured and underinsured motorist claims.

34 years

10%
DUI and DWI 5%

34 years

5%
Speeding and Traffic Ticket 5%

I handle hundreds of tickets per year (speeding, accidents, driving while suspended, driving while revoked, no insurance, etc).

34 years

5%

Fees and Rates

Cost

Free Consultation

$0 first 30 minutes

Contingency

25%-50%


Payment Methods

  • Cash
  • Check
  • Credit Card

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Licenses

Licensed in Kansas for 32 years

State: Kansas

Acquired: 1993

Active

No misconduct found

Licensed in Missouri for 33 years

State: Missouri

Acquired: 1992

Good Standing, Active

No misconduct found

Location

Barlow & Niffen

1901 Swift Ave., North Kansas City, MO, 64116

Barlow & Niffen P.C.

1901 W. College, Suite 200, Liberty, MO, 64068

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William Elmer Niffen II's Reviews

Avvo Review Score

5.0 /5.0

91 Client Reviews

Showing 1 - 5 of 6 reviews | Punctuality

Posted by Karthik | March 08, 2021 | Hired Attorney | Immigration

Professional and polite

Bill assisted me by reviewing my immigration application and he did that in a very timely manner. He set expectations very clear at the beginning and politely answered my numerous questions through out the reviews.

Posted by anonymous | November 16, 2020 | Hired Attorney | Speeding & Traffic Ticket

Efficient and timely resolution

Bill was prompt in resolving an outstanding speeding ticket. He was very responsive to all my questions, kept me informed of status and was able to reduce the speeding ticket to a non moving violation. I am very satisfied!!

Posted by anonymous | August 03, 2016 | Hired Attorney | Immigration

Great!!!!

My Canadian husband and I came to Bill for help in applying for US citizenship sponsored by myself. Bill made the experience worry-free, seamless, and today had our interview and received our green card! We had prepared our paperwork together and answered every question we had along the way. He's tim...ely at answering e-mails back and scheduling meetings. We had several meetings with him at his office, putting us at ease each step of the way. He was friendly, experienced, helpful, and knowledgeable. This couldn't have gone better! He was reasonable and worth every penny. If we did this process again, it would be a no-brainer to work with him again. I would NOT want to take a chance with something so important as citizenship by doing it by myself and making a big or small mistake. This can be a stressful process, actually undoubtedly, but having Bill on our side along the way truly alleviated that.

Posted by April | June 23, 2015 | Speeding & Traffic Ticket

Reliable and Hassle Free

Excellent experience with Bill Niffen. Made one phone call and was able to count on him to take care of my traffic ticket hassle free. I was so grateful that he would be able to attend court when I couldn't as I travel for work on a weekly basis. When court came and went, he sent me all of the inf...ormation that I needed for my records. I would highly recommend Bill Niffen, II to anybody needing legal representation.

Posted by jonnytran1987 | October 28, 2014 | Criminal Defense

Casino Tresspass

I received a trespassing ticket I did not know about, I called Clay County some lady clerk told me I was in the clear, I was not. A warrant was issued for my arrest. I had to find a lawyer, Bill got me a plea with the prosecutor to do community service where it's not on my record. He was very punctua...l and professional. He did everything he could for me, I will seek his advice and counsel in the future and recommend anyone who needs his professional knowledge! -Jon

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William Elmer Niffen II's Lawyer Endorsements

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Peter Marek

DUI and DWI lawyer | Feb 07

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"22 years of practicing law is what we refer to as experienced. Knowledge of both the law and procedure is excellent and evident in his pro bono contributions here. Client reviews are stellar. READ THEM! Do yourself a favor and schedule a consultation with him."

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Larry LaVigne

Car accident lawyer | Dec 26

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"I endorse this lawyer. I have the pleasure of working with Mr. Niffen on a fairly complex auto accident case. It has been a priceless experience for me to tap into his endless legal knowledge. What's more, Mr. Niffen is a genuinely great person. I have (and would) refer this attorney to anyone."

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Aaron Endicott

Immigration lawyer | Dec 08

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"Bill is a very thorough and knowledgeable attorney. He is a good communicator and I would feel comfortable recommending his services to anyone in need."

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Christen Shepherd

Car accident lawyer | Sep 27

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Bill Niffen is a caring and hard working attorney who really gives all for his clients. He is a really kind, thoughtful gentleman and a pleasure to work with."

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K. Jairam

Immigration lawyer | Feb 06

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Attorney Niffen II is an outstanding in the immigration field and I endorse him."

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Michael Shabani

Immigration lawyer | Jan 29

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer. He is a trusted member of the bar and highly talented. He is also a frequent contributor on Avvo.com. Mr. Niffen is one of the best immigration attorney and recommend him to any one in need of his services."

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Douglas Goss

Unknown lawyer | Jan 29

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer. It is very clear from his experience and his contributions that he is extremely knowledgeable and highly competent. I wouldn't hesitate recommending him."

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Eitan Magendzo

Immigration lawyer | Jan 21

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer."

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J Bruce Weinman

DUI and DWI lawyer | Jan 13

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer."

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Frank Stanczak

Immigration lawyer | Jan 09

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse Attorney William Niffen II. If you have legal problems in MO or KS, dealing with cars, immigration, driving or wrongful death, William Niffen II should be your attorney. It is a priviledge and honor to endorse Attorney William Niffen! Articulate, concise and to the point."

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C. Abbott

Immigration lawyer | Jan 09

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse Attorney Niffen as an excellent immigration attorney who will advocate for the rights of his clients. A true professional."

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Jill Rogers

Unknown lawyer | Jan 08

Relationship: Other

"This lawyer is highly respected in the community. I endorse this lawyer."

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Christian Lassen

Unknown lawyer | Jan 07

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Top-notch attorney. Highly respected in the legal community."

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Gunda Brost

Immigration lawyer | Jan 07

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse attorney Niffen for the practice of immigration law with pleasure and confidence. His responses on the avvo website demonstrate a keen understanding of the complex area of immigration law. He provides sound advice for free on this site and by doing so shows a real desire to serve his community. A highly respected immigration attorney to whom I would entrust even a complex immigration case with no hesitation."

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Ruben Martinez

Immigration lawyer | Dec 30

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer."

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Woojin Won

Unknown lawyer | Dec 27

Relationship: Other

"Excellent and superb immigration attorney. I endorse this lawyer."

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Hovanes Margarian

Unknown lawyer | Dec 21

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer."

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Judd Nemiro

Unknown lawyer | Dec 16

Relationship: Other

"No matter what kind of legal issues you face throughout your life, it is important to have an experienced and trustworthy lawyer on your side. This attorney is one."

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Sean Hanover

Immigration lawyer | Dec 10

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"I had the pleasure of assisting Bill on a recent immigration matter. His knowledge of criminal law was a real asset in dealing with the customs and border patrol inspection, and his ability to be confident, assertive, and knowledgeable (all at the same time!) came across very well to the adjudication officer. He was able to obtain admittance for a client who, by all technical accounts, should have lost her LPR status. His professionalism and determination to do the right thing is a tribute both to his ability as an attorney and to the immigration profession as a whole. Outstanding!"

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Nataliya Gavlin

Immigration lawyer | Nov 21

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer. Professional, dedicated and experienced attorney."

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Michael Shabani

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Experience

Rating:  9.6 (Superb)

Honors

2015

BV Rated, Martindale-Hubbell

1992

Thomas E. Deacy Memorial Trial Practice Award, UMKC School of Law

Work Experience

1997 - Present

Partner, Barlow & Niffen P.C.

1994 - 1997

Owner, Niffen Law Office

1993 - 1994

Partner, Kopecky & Niffen

Associations

1993 - Present

Missouri State Bar Association

Member

1993 - Present

American Immigration Lawyers Association

Member

Sample of Legal Cases

DACA Renewal Approved

DACA renewal approved

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Education

1992

University of Missouri - Kansas City School of Law

JD - Juris Doctor

1989

Avila College

BA - Bachelor of Arts

Speaking Engagements

2025

Know Your Rights

Immigrant Rights

2024

Know Your Rights

Immigrant Rights

2023

Community Presentation

An Analysis of Kansas' New Human Smuggling Act - HB 2350

2023

2023 AILA Annual National Conference

Tips, Tricks & Pitfalls in Filing Family Immigration Cases

2022

Pain & Suffering Damages in Personal Injury

Legal Ethics

2022

MO-KAN AILA Chapter CLE

The Ethics of Working From Home

2022

MO-KAN AILA 2022 Fall Chapter Conference

Ethics: Positive Pieces of a Productive Practice

2022

2022 AILA National Conference

Identifying Family, Tax, and Probate Issues in Immigration Cases

2017

Immigration Presentation

Know Your Rights!

2017

Church Presentation

Know Your Rights!

2015

Legal Aid of Western Missouri - Municipal Court Defense Unit

Deported!?! But it is Just Municipal Court! Small Crimes: Big Consequences for Immigration

2015

Kansas City Metropolitan Bar Association, CLE Committee

Deported!?! But it is Just Municipal Court! Small Crimes: Big Consequences for Immigration

2015

Immigration Clinic

Immigration Clinic

2014

Church presentation

I Was a Stranger

2014

Church presentation

DACA

2014

Church open house

Immigration Law

Publications

2022

PowerPoint presentation and written materials Pain & Suffering Damages in Personal Injury

2022

PowerPoint The Ethics of Working From Home

2015

Legal Aid of Western Missouri Deported!?! But it is Just Municipal Court - CLE Materials and PowerPoint presentation

Languages

English

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