Steven F. Groce

Steven F. Groce

5.0
Rating: 8.8

Licensed for 41 years

DUI and DWI Lawyer at Springfield, MO
Practice Areas: DUI & DWI, Criminal Defense, Drug Crime

1705 N. Jefferson Ave., Springfield, MO

About Steven

Biography

Practice Areas

3

Practice Areas

DUI and DWI 80%

Defending DUI & DWI cases, including Alcohol and/or Drug Intoxication, including Cannabis. 41 years experience. Also handle License issues, including LDP, Hardship licenses, and full reinstatement that require Court hearings.

43 years

80%
Criminal Defense 15%

DWI and DUI cases. Drug violations, Possession, distribution. Assault, Traffic and General Criminal Defense.

43 years

15%
Drug Crime 5%

Drug Offenses Defense. Cannabis and other Drugs. Possession, Distribution, etc.

43 years

5%

Fees and Rates

Cost

Free Consultation

$0 first 30 minutes


Payment Methods

  • Cash
  • Check
  • Credit Card

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Licenses

Licensed in Missouri for 41 years

State: Missouri

Acquired: 1984

Good Standing, Active

No misconduct found

Licensed in Texas for 31 years

State: Texas

Acquired: 1994

Inactive

No misconduct found

Location

Steven F. Groce, Attorney

1705 N. Jefferson Ave., Springfield, MO, 65803

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Steven F. Groce's Reviews

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5.0 /5.0

41 Client Reviews

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Showing 6 - 10 of 13 reviews | Recommendation

Posted by Crawford | December 11, 2020 | Hired Attorney | Criminal Defense

Well informed and great advice, Responsive

Called Steven off of the reviews I read. I am so glad I looked up these reviews. My son got a possession charge and I know no one let alone a attorney. I called him he was very nonjudgmental, very receptive to assisting me and my son. He always answered my email and phone call. He got the charges red...uced to disturbing the peace. No probation, community hours, drug classes, or even appearance in court. He made this process smooth and painless. The price I paid was so well worth it I hope I never need a lawyer again but If I do he will be the first person I call!!!! Thanks Steven

Posted by Robert | October 23, 2020 | Hired Attorney | Speeding & Traffic Ticket

The easiest legal experience I’ve ever had.

I contacted Steven Groce for a speeding ticket near Springfield, MO going 25 mph over the speed limit. Immediately after hiring him he spent hours on my case and presented me with an option for an amended charge that I never thought was possible. On top of that, he worked things out to where I didn’t... have to go to court (I don’t live in the area) which is not an easy task in the county that my case was in. All in all, I took a plea for going 4 mph over, paid the cheap court fees, and have no points on my license. This is the best experience I’ve had with a traffic lawyer, he constantly updated me on my case and let me know what was going on during the whole process, and it took less than 2 weeks.

Posted by Harold | April 20, 2020 | Hired Attorney | Criminal Defense

Steven F Groce

This lawyer was a Godsend, with short notice he was able to take my case for a very affordable fee. Mr Groce is a wonderful resource for NORML. He got my case dismissed, stayed in touch throughout and was very professional.

Posted by Joseph | July 23, 2018 | Hired Attorney | Criminal Defense

Excellent outcome

If you are charged with possession and/or paraphernalia, please consider hiring Steven F. Groce for representation. He was able to get my possession charge dismissed and my paraphernalia charge amended to public disturbance. His rates are very affordable and a great value considering I saved money du...e to the outcome. I initially thought of just paying the fines due to Missouri's decriminalization of marijuana, but if convicted it is still a misdemeanor for possession and paraphernalia. I couldn't afford to have two misdemeanors on my record. If this isn't a deterrent, also consider Missouri's Abuse and Lose laws. If someone is convicted of possession and they were operating a motor vehicle at the time of arrest, they will lose driving privileges for a year. This could be catastrophic financially for those who depend on the their vehicle to get to work/school/etc.. Because of Steven F. Groce, I am able to continue my plans of finishing school in another town while working in Springfield on the weekends.

Posted by Patrick | April 02, 2017 | Hired Attorney | DUI & DWI

DUI & VEHICLE ACCIDENT

I did a lot of research for an attorney before I contacted Steve Groce. Then I looked at his website & then called him. After speaking with him for 20 min. I knew he was the attorney for me!! Steve was not only reasonable on his fees he also went above & beyond what any other attorney has ever done f...or me in the past. My DUI was SIS, The vehicle accident was reduced to a defective equipment. I can not say enough good thing about Steve as a person & an attorney. He was very personable, easy to reach, took his time & explained everything to me so I understood things. He NEVER promised anything however he sure did delivered better than I deserved. If you need a DARNED good attorney your a fool if you don't choose Steve Groce!!! I will always choose Steve Groce for my attorney needs!!!!!! You should too!!!! I could not be happier with his legal services & his personable approach.

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Steven F. Groce's Lawyer Endorsements

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Shari DeArmon

Criminal defense lawyer | Feb 08

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer. His attention to detail and compassion for his clients is exemplary. He has a vast knowledge of the law and is a life member of NACDL."

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Shari DeArmon

Bankruptcy and debt lawyer

Experience

Rating:  8.8 (Excellent)

Honors

2024

AV Peer Review Rating, Martindale-Hubbell

2024

Top 100 Criminal Defense Trial Lawyers Invitation Selection, National Trial Lawyers

2023

Top 100 Criminal Defense Trial Lawyers Invitation, National Trial Lawyers

2020

10 Best Attorneys, American Institute of DUI/DWI Attorneys

2020

Top 10 Attorney, Attorney and Practice Magazine

2020

Community Leadership, Lawyer Legion

2020

Professional Involvement, Lawyer Legion

2019

10 Best Attorneys, American Institute of DUI/DWI Attorneys

2018

10 Best Attorneys, American Institute of DUI/DWI Attorneys

2013

Peer Review Rated, Martindale-Hubbell

Work Experience

1984 - 2024

Defense Attorney, Groce & DeArmon

1984 - 2024

Defense Attorney, Steven Groce, Attorney

Associations

2023 - Present

TOP 200 PSYCHEDELICS LAWYERS

Selected Top 200

2023 - Present

National Trial Lawyers Association

Member

2021 - Present

TOP 200 CANNABIS LAWYERS

Selected Top 200

1984 - Present

National Association of Criminal Defense Lawyers

Lifetime Member

1984 - Present

Missouri Bar

Member

NORML

Lifetime Member

State Bar of Texas

Member

United States Supreme Court

Member

NORML Legal Committee

Lifetime Member

Education

1984

University of Missouri (Kansas City, MO)

JD - Juris Doctor

1980

Missouri State University

BA

Publications

2017

Facebook: Missouri Marijuana Law and Reform The Myth of Decriminalization.

Languages

English

Activity

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