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Trey Pettlon III

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  • Olathe, KS
  • Licensed for 29 years
Trey Pettlon III
Trey Pettlon III
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About Trey

An attorney fighting for the injured and the accused.

Trey is proud to have just been selected for membership in the "Million Dollar Advocates Forum" based on actual recoveries for clients in personal injury cases, and also to have been selected once again in 2020 to "Super Lawyers," for over the 10th consecutive year, a designation reserved for only 5% of practicing attorneys who have “attained a high degree of peer recognition and professional development.” In 2020 Trey was also selected once again as one of the “Nation’s Top One-Percent” by the National Association of Distinguished Counsel for the fifth year in a row.

Since 1991 Trey has been in court almost five days a week representing clients who were seriously injured or who have family members who were killed in accidents or representing clients charged with crimes. Trey has tried and won numerous jury trials involving serious criminal charges, significant personal injury or wrongful death. Trey has represented some of the most high-profile clients in some of the most high-profile cases. His clients have included successful businessmen, numerous lawyers, doctors, nurses, judges, law enforcement officers, sheriffs, attorneys general, professional athletes, congressmen and highly respected clients with a lot at stake.

CRIMINAL DEFENSE

Trey has won numerous “Not Guilty” jury verdicts in criminal cases including acquittals for clients facing life in prison and clients wrongfully charged with crimes like rape, sodomy, aggravated battery, domestic battery, sexual battery, attempted murder, DUI, felony DUI, and theft. Trey has obtained countless dismissals for clients charged with everything from DUI to felony drug crimes to voter fraud to sex offenses to kidnapping.

PERSONAL INJURY/WRONGFUL DEATH:

Trey has won numerous Plaintiffs’ jury verdicts in Missouri and Kansas in some of the most difficult cases involving car and truck accidents, explosions and medical malpractice. Trey won one of the largest jury verdicts of the year in both Clay and Jackson Counties in their respective years. Trey has won numerous significant settlements for clients over the years, and the Law Offices of Pettlon & Ginie have recovered millions for their clients.

Trey is licensed in Kansas, Missouri, the United States District Courts for Kansas and the Western District of Missouri, as well as the United States Supreme Court. He has argued numerous cases in front of the Kansas Supreme Court and the 8th Circuit Court of Appeals.

Trey and his law partner, Ryan Ginie, pride themselves on helping clients through their most difficult times and getting the best possible result for them in or out of court. We'd love to help you or your family.

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Practice areas

DUI and DWIPersonal injuryCriminal defense
  1. Criminal defense: 40%

    We defend people in serious felony cases as well as misdemeanor cases. Every client's case is the most important case in their life.

    27 years, 6,000 cases

  2. Personal injury: 35%

    We handle very serious the personal injury, wrongful death and medical malpractice cases. We've had tremendous jury verdicts and settlements in Missouri and Kansas. This success comes from experience, intelligent preparation and hard work.

    27 years, 200 cases

  3. DUI and DWI: 25%

    Most experienced criminal defense attorneys handle DUI and DWI defense as a significant part of their practice. It is the most common crime charged in the Kansas City area, and the consequences can be severe. You need an experienced attorney's help.

    27 years, 1,000 cases

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Contact

Law Offices of Pettlon & Ginie

111 South Kansas Avenue
Olathe, KS, 66061

Website
http://www.treypettlonlaw.com/ 

    Resume

    License
    StateStatusAcquiredUpdated
    KSAuthorized to practice law199204/20/2021
    MOGood Standing, Active199103/10/2021
    We have not found any instances of professional misconduct for this lawyer.
    Avvo Contributions
    Legal answers3
    Legal guides0
    Awards
    Award nameGrantorDate granted
    Member of the Million Dollar Advocates ForumTop Trial Lawyers in America2017
    Nation's Top One PercentNational Association of Distinguished Counsel2017
    ListedSuper Lawyers2017
    Nation's Top One PercentNational Association of Distinguished Counsel2016
    ListedSuper Lawyers2016
    ListedSuper Lawyers2015
    ListedSuper Lawyers2014
    ListedSuper Lawyers2013
    ListedSuper Lawyers2012
    ListedSuper Lawyers2011
    ListedSuper Lawyers2010
    ListedSuper Lawyers2009
    President's AwardJohnson County Bar Association2007
    ListedSuper Lawyers2006
    Work Experience
    TitleCompany nameDuration
    Municipal Court JudgeCity of Edgerton2009 - 2013
    Assistant District AttorneyJohnson County, Ks District Attorney's Office1991 - 1994
    Associations
    Association namePosition nameDuration
    Johnson County Bar FoundationN/A2006 - Present
    Kansas Association of Criminal Defense LawyersN/A2001 - Present
    Kansas City Metropolitan Bar Foundation - Sustaining MemberN/A2000 - Present
    Johnson County Bar AssociationN/A1991 - Present
    Midwest Innocence ProjectBoard of Directors2012 - 2014
    Publications
    Publication nameTitleDate
    Witness Preparation and Examination for DUI Proceedings, Aspatore Publishing"Thorough Strategies for Interviewing Your Client and The Prosecution's Witnesses"2009
    Education
    School nameDegreeGraduated
    Washburn University School of LawJD - Juris Doctor1991
    University of Missouri, ColumbiaBA - Bachelor of Arts1988

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    Trey Pettlon - The "Atticus Finch" of KC

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    I was in a dire situation and, as a grown man even was scared enough to shed a few tears. I had all but given up when Trey truly believed in me. He said several times "Michael you will be just fine". You know what...he WAS right. If a person is looking for a lawyer who is honest, caring and will go the distance, Trey Pettlon is the lawyer for you.
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    Simply the best of the best

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    Earlier this year I was arrested for a crime I did not commit. I was facing a long time in prison if I was convicted. We had a jury trial and the jury found me “not guilty” thanks to Trey. He did a perfect job. He spent a lot of time and effort into building everything up to help me out. There wasn’t a single mistake or flaw in anything he did in and out of the courtroom.
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    Best representation.

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    Trey is an excellent attorney. My husband was facing a felony charge for a non-violent marijuana related crime with a possible prison sentence of eight years. Trey was able to negotiate an interstate compact deal for probation. He is well respected by judges and district attorneys. He cares about his clients. He made us feel confident throughout this anxious process and to be quite honest saved our family. Can’t recommend him enough.
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    Not Guilty !!!

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    Trey Pettlon was referred to me by another lawyer . I was falsely accused of assault by the mother of my daughter because she was hoping to get leverage in our custody case in domestic court. If convicted I would have lost significant amount of parenting time with my daughter and ,the worse of all ,I would have probably lost my immigration status and would have been forced to live the United States . The stakes were very high for me if I were found guilty for this crime I didn't commit . Trey was very understanding and got quickly very familiar with the facts of the case . He was very candid with me from the beginning and explained to me I could be possibly convicted because of the fabricated "physical evidence". Trey tried his best to have the prosecutor dismissed the case and kept me apprised regularly on how these interactions were going until it became clear we were going to trial. What I appreciated the most about Trey , is that he called me several times as trial day was approaching : asking me many questions about specific events and other facts of the case . That reassured me considerably because from his questions I could tell he had a very deep understanding of the case and more importantly for me , that he truly believed in my innocence . I could tell he was taking my case to heart . We went to trial and Trey did a phenomenal job . He was able to have the judge admit key pieces of evidence ,in spite of prosecutor's objections, which otherwise would have been hard for me to be exonerated . I was found not guilty and don't know if I would have had the same outcome if someone else had represented me . I wholeheartedly recommend Trey Pettlon . If you ever get in trouble you definitely want him in your corner.
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    Amazing Caring Lawyer

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    I was in an accident and going through all this personal stuff and couldn't worry about court stuff. I am so grateful that I was recommended to go to Trey. He took away all my worries and helps me out so much. Over the last 10 months I have not had to worry about anything having to do with the court because I knew he was handling it. I could just focus on my treatments and healing. He worked hard and got the case dismissed.
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    Best Lawyer Ever.

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    I should have done this long ago, but better late than never. Trey is a fantastic attorney, and worked tirelessly to keep me optimistic about my case, worked diligently to pursue my innocence, and in the end, justice prevailed. I owe the life I live now to Trey - he's the best.
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    A high energy lawyer

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    I had a surprisingly good experience with Trey. Sadly, I tried to write a review already, but it was maybe a little too racey to publish. Sorry to say you missed out.....it was some pretty good material. So onward with the review.....Trey had a great sense of humor and ALWAYS returned phone calls. From my experience that is rare if not extinct. I never felt abandoned. I love the fact that he wore really bright colored socks to court and that told me that he was a horse of a different color. I'm weird, so that stuff makes me feel at home along with the cajoling. He was teasing me after appearing in court with a most excellent joke when my knees were pretty shakey, but quickly let me know he was just giving me a good ribbing. Great to work with and doesn't wear tassels on his shoes or anywhere else that I know of.....I know...it's weird....but that's kind of a thing with me. Keep wearing those psychedelic socks Trey! The court room can always use a splash of color......unless it's blood.....should NEVER be that. And I'm really not a robot.
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    If you could hire the very best the first time...why wouldn’t you?

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    Trey was referred to me by one of my clients who happened to be a judge. Trey was the only Attorney referred by this person. My case was very serious as a class 9 felony was looming with overwhelming evidence. Having had virtually no criminal history, and owning my own business, a felony on my record wouldve been a death sentence for my business. Having hired trey in a prior incident with my ex wife, where he made just one phone call to clear up that incident, let me coin the phrase..”in trey I trust” the class 9 felony was reduced to a misdimeamor with the very minimum probation. I’m sure there are many attorneys whose fees are less than mr pettlon and if your criminal or driving record isn’t important to you then one of those attorneys is for you. I’ve always believed that you get what you pay for, and this guy is a game changer.
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    Professional experience

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    Mr. Pettlon did a great job representing me. Trey seemed genuinely concerned with my personal well being and making sure I was properly represented. If looking for a lawyer that will work for you. Mr. Pettlon is your man.
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    Very satisfied

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    I contacted Trey when I got into some trouble with the law. I told Trey what I hoped for an outcome, and somehow he made it happen! He was so understanding and never judgemental. He's an excellent attorney and a great person. I highly recommend him.
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    Scott Gyllenborg, Criminal defense Attorney on Oct 24, 2017
    Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

    Trey is a fantastic attorney whom I have known since 1991. He is passionate about his clients' cases, appropriately aggressive with opponents, and rock solid on the law and the facts of each case. Trey knows the prosecutors and judges on both sides of the state line, which helps him build credibility with the people who can influence the outcome of cases. I enjoy working with him on co-defendant cases because he challenges everyone involved to push hard for great outcomes, which is what we have gotten for our clients. I have no reservations in endorsing Trey.

    Mark Grover, Criminal defense Attorney on Jan 22, 2019
    Relationship: Worked together on matter

    Trey is simply one of the best. He has a great balance of all the essential qualities for a great lawyer: tenacity, legal knowledge, relationships with the judges and prosecutors, great skill and experience, all coupled with a excellent demeanor. I 100% endorse Trey.

    Mark Hagen, Criminal defense Attorney on Mar 14, 2018
    Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

    Highly respected attorney with years of experience helping those who need the most help. Unique in his ability to resolve the most difficult and controversial cases with aplomb.

    Darrell Smith, Criminal defense Attorney on Feb 12, 2018
    Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

    Mr. Pettlon is the lawyer that other lawyers will turn to in time of need. This is high praise and it is probably universally the opinion of any member of the Bench or the Bar Association familiar with his work. I have known him for twenty-seven years and have consulted with him on numerous occasions. His ethics are beyond reproach but the thing that separates him is trial experience. For years I kept and reported trial statistics for the Bar Association in one of the larger metropolitan counties where Mr. Pettlon frequently tried cases. His results for his criminal clients were outstanding. Numerous and frequent “not guilty” verdicts in that jurisdiction stand as evidence of his trial skills. I am always amazed when people fail to verify their lawyer's trial experience. While someone has to be a lawyer's "first client," in any particular type of case a "Pettlon client," can rest assured his lawyer has, "been there, done that," many times before.

    Ryan Ginie, Personal injury Attorney on Nov 18, 2017
    Relationship: Co-worker

    I would highly recommend Trey as an attorney. He has a tremendous wealth of experience and talent in the legal field. I have personally seen him achieve numerous acquittals for his clients in criminal defense, as well as large verdicts and settlements for his clients in personal injury and wrongful death cases.

    Heather Landon, Criminal defense Attorney on Oct 30, 2017
    Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

    I, without hesitation, endorse Trey. Trey is a true professional and an aggressive advocate for his clients. He is well-respected amongst his legal peers. I have nothing but respect for Trey and have consulted with him over the years on a variety of legal issues.

    Scott Gyllenborg, Criminal defense Attorney on Oct 24, 2017
    Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

    Trey is a fantastic attorney whom I have known since 1991. He is passionate about his clients' cases, appropriately aggressive with opponents, and rock solid on the law and the facts of each case. Trey knows the prosecutors and judges on both sides of the state line, which helps him build credibility with the people who can influence the outcome of cases. I enjoy working with him on co-defendant cases because he challenges everyone involved to push hard for great outcomes, which is what we have gotten for our clients. I have no reservations in endorsing Trey.

    Jacquelyn Rokusek, Criminal defense Attorney on Mar 25, 2015
    Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

    I endorse this lawyer. Trey Pettlon is an aggressive attorney who has respect from fellow lawyers and from the bench.

    Stacey Schlimmer, Criminal defense Attorney on Jan 21, 2015
    Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

    I endorse this lawyer for his expertise and involvement in the law community.