Gigstad Law Office, helping people charged with DUI / DWI keep their licenses, and stay out of jail!
Robert C. Gigstad, Attorney at Law, Specializes in Criminal Defense, DUI Defense, and Traffic cases in Kansas.
Practice areas
All Areas of Criminal Defense, including DUI, Misdemeanor and Felony.
Languages spoken
English, Spanish
Gigstad Law Office, LLC
8000 Foster Street
Overland Park, KS, 66204
Website
State | Status | Acquired | Updated |
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KS | Authorized to practice law | 2010 | 11/21/2019 |
Award name | Grantor | Date granted |
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Top 100 Trial Lawyers | National Trial Lawyers | 2019 |
Rising Star | Super Lawyers | 2019 |
Rising Star | Super Lawyers | 2018 |
Top 100 Trial Lawyers | The National Trial Lawyers | 2018 |
Rising Star | Super Lawyers | 2017 |
Top 100 Trial Lawyers | The National Trial Lawyers | 2017 |
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Rising Star | Super Lawyers | 2016 |
Top 40 Under 40 | American Society of Legal Advocates | 2016 |
Certificate of Training in Breath Testing on Intoxilyzer 8000 | TBJ | 2015 |
Top 100 Trial Lawyers | National Trial Lawyers | 2015 |
Premier Attorney | American Academy of Trial Attorneys | 2015 |
Earl E. O'Connor Inn of Court | Earl E. O'Connor Inn of Court | 2014 |
Standardized Field Sobriety Testing Certification | NHTSA | 2014 |
DWI Detection Program | U.S. Department of Transportation | 2014 |
Top 100 Trial Lawyers | National Trial Lawyers | 2014 |
Client's Choice for DUI Representation | AVVO | 2014 |
Nominated for Top 10 Attorney for State of Kansas | National Academy of Criminal Defense Attorneys | 2014 |
Nominated for Kansas's 10 Best Criminal Attorneys | American Institute of Criminal Law Attorneys | 2014 |
Top Contributor for DUI | AVVO | 2013 |
Top 40 under 40 | National Trial Lawyers Association | 2013 |
Top 100 Trial Lawyers | National Trial Lawyers | 2013 |
Top Contributor | AVVO | 2012 |
Clients' Choice for Criminal Defense | AVVO | 2012 |
Clients' Choice for DUI | AVVO | 2012 |
"A" Rating | Better Business Bureau | 2012 |
DWI Means Defend With Ingenuity Session | National Association of Criminal Defense Lawyers | 2011 |
Certificate in Comparative International Law | University of Utrecht | 2009 |
Certificate in Comparative Criminal Law | University of Utrecht | 2009 |
Title | Company name | Duration |
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Attorney | Gigstad Law Office LLC | 2010 - Present |
Legal Clerk | Federico Consulting Inc. | 2008 - 2010 |
Lobbyist | State Capital of Kansas | 2008 - 2010 |
Legal Intern | Leadership Kansas | 2008 - 2010 |
Intern for State Rep. Bill Feuerborn | State of Kansas | 2006 - 2006 |
Legal Clerk | Law Office of Craig E. Cole | 2003 - 2003 |
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Association name | Position name | Duration |
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United States Supreme Court Bar | Member | 2016 - Present |
National Trial Lawyers Association | Member | 2014 - Present |
American Inns of Court | Member | 2014 - Present |
National College of DUI Defense | General Member | 2013 - Present |
Johnson County Bar Association | Member | 2011 - Present |
Kansas Association of Criminal Defense Lawyers | Member | 2011 - Present |
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Kansas City Metropolitan Bar Association | Member | 2011 - Present |
National Association of Criminal Defense Lawyers | Member | 2011 - Present |
Kansas Bar Association | Member | 2010 - Present |
Kansas Association for Justice | Member | 2010 - Present |
Business Networking International | Education Coordinator | 2010 - Present |
American Bar Association | Member | 2010 - Present |
Washburn Law Alumni Association | Member | 2010 - Present |
K-State Alumni Assocation | Member | 2007 - Present |
Publication name | Title | Date |
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Gigstad Law Office Criminal Blog | ATTORNEY ROBERT GIGSTAD ATTENDS CLE SEMINAR ON BREATHALYZER PROCEDURE | 2015 |
Speakeasy Publications | A Review of the DUI Laws in the State of Kansas | 2015 |
Digital Journal | Overland Park Attorney Gigstad Gets Certified in Standardized Field Sobriety Testing | 2014 |
Anderson County Advocate | Attorney Gigstad Now Certified In SFST | 2014 |
PRWEB | Robert GIgstad selected to Top 100 of The National Trial Lawyers Association | 2013 |
Website | Fight Your Kansas DUI | 2012 |
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Gigstad Law Office Blog | Why to Refuse Field Sobriety Testing in Kansas? | 2012 |
Gigstad Law Office LLC | New Kansas DUI "Refusal" Law | 2012 |
Kansas DUI Attorney | Kansas DUI Attorney | 2011 |
Website | Gigstad Law Office LLC | 2010 |
School name | Degree | Graduated |
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Washburn University School of Law | JD - Juris Doctor | 2010 |
University of Utrecht | N/A | 2009 |
University of Tulsa College of Law | JD - Juris Doctor | 2008 |
Kansas State University | BS - Bachelor of Science | 2007 |
Conference name | Title | Date |
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House Judiciary Committee | Testimony about Administrative Driver's License Hearings for DUI cases in Kansas | 2016 |
October 24, 2012 | Frequently Asked Questions About Criminal Laws in Kansas. | 2012 |
BNI | How a DUI can affect your life | 2012 |
Olathe Networking Club | Kansas DUI Law | 2011 |
BNI Olathe #2 | DUI Defense in Kansas | 2011 |
Business Networking International Olathe Chapter | Speeding Ticket Defense in Kansas | 2010 |
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Case name | Outcome |
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City of Overland Park v. H.C. | Charges Dismissed |
City of Overland Park v. N.B. | Case dismissed day of trial. |
City of Gardner v. J.S. | Case dismissed before Trial. |
State of Kansas v. D.G. | Case dismissed at preliminary hearing. |
State of Kansas v. D.G. | Case dismissed at preliminary hearing. |
City of Overland Park v. J.A. | All charges dismissed prior to trial. |
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City of Olathe v. M.R. | Not Guilty |
City of Kansas City v. S.H. | Case dismissed at Trial. |
State of Kansas v. F.T. | Case amended down from two felonies, Client plead guilty to class B misdemeanor Possession. No Jail time. |
City of Lawrence v. A.F. | Case Dismissed before Trial. |
State of Kansas v. B.D. | Found "Not Guilty" at Jury Trial. |
City of Manhattan v. D.W. | Case Dismissed before Trial. |
City of DeSoto v. R.M. | Found "Not Guilty" at Trial |
City of Overland Park v. K.L. | Case Dismissed at Trial |
City of Roeland Park v. B.T. - First Time DUI | Case Dismissed |
T.B. v. Kansas Dept. of Revenue - Administrative Driver's License Hearing | Case Dismissed |
City of Olathe v. J.B. - Battery & Criminal Damage to Property | Case dismissed on day of Trial. |
S.C. v. Kansas Dept. of Revenue - Administrative Driver's License Hearing | Case Dismissed, client's license not suspended. |
B.B. v. Kansas Dept. of Revenue - Administrative License Hearing | Case Dismissed |
R.M. v. Kansas Dept. of Revenue | Case Dismissed. |
City of Lenexa v. E.W. - Minor in Possession of Alcohol | Case Dismissed |
State of Kansas v. B.G. - Disorderly Conduct | Case Dismissed |
State of Kansas v. T.B. - Driving While Suspended | Case dismissed. |
State of Kansas v. A.S. - Possession of Drug Paraphernalia | Case Dismissed. |
State of Kansas v. J.M. - Interference with Law Enforcement (level 9 nonperson felony) | Case dismissed prior to trial. |
City of Overland Park v. J.T. - Battery (Misdemeanor) | Case dismissed day of trial. |
City of Lenexa v. J.R. - Possession of Illegal Drugs | Case Dismissed before Trial |
Domestic Battery Charges in Johnson County District Court | Not Guilty, Case Dismissed |
2nd Reckless Driving Charge and Illegal Passing in Kansas | Plea Deal, Client only had fines of $198.00 and no Jail time! |
Criminal Theft K.S.A. 21-3701 Trial | Not Guilty, Case Dismissed |
Possession of Marijuana and Possession of Drug Paraphernalia | Possession of Marijuana Dismissed, and no jail time served. |
Criminal Possession of a Firearm K.S.A 21-4204 (a)(1) | Dismissed |
Driving without Insurance or Registration | Dismissed |
DUI Case | Case Dismissed |
Driving while Suspended | Case Dismissed |
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Mark Hagen, Criminal defense Attorney on Mar 14, 2018
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
Superb attorney with vast experience far exceeding his peers. I offer my strongest endorsement to those seeking a thorough and compassionate defense attorney.
Carey Fleske, DUI and DWI Attorney on Sep 21, 2016
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
Mr. Gigstad is well respected attorney in the Kansas City area. He advocates effectively and aggressively for his clients. You can depend on Mr. Gigstad to provide you excellent advice when you are facing a difficult situation.
Thomas Evans, Real estate Attorney on Jul 22, 2015
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
I endorse this lawyer. Mr. Gigstad is a very knowledgeable and well respected attorney.
Dmitriy Shakhnevich, Criminal defense Attorney on Sep 29, 2014
Relationship: Other
I endorse this lawyer.
Sean Cleary, Car accident Attorney on Jun 11, 2014
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
I endorse this lawyer. An extremely talented and well respected attorney in the legal community.
Michael Waddington, Military law Attorney on Jun 5, 2014
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
I endorse Robert. He is a highly skilled attorney that is well respected in the legal community.
Zachary Roberson, Immigration Attorney on May 21, 2014
Relationship: Opposing Counsel on matter
I endorse this lawyer. Robert was opposing counsel on a case I handled recently, and I was impressed by his knowledge of the law and the concern he showed for his client. I would not hesitate to refer clients to Robert.
John O'Brien, Personal injury Attorney on May 1, 2014
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
I endorse this lawyer. A brilliant and highly respected attorney in the legal community.
Herbert Ellis, Car accident Attorney on Dec 10, 2012
Relationship: Other
I endorse this lawyer.
Robert Clark, Workers compensation Attorney on Dec 1, 2012
Relationship: Friend
I endorse this lawyer. Chris Gigstad is a well respected attorney and truly a good guy. Chris has the necessary experience required to competently handle your claim.
Matisyahu Wolfberg, Speeding and traffic ticket Attorney on Nov 22, 2012
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
I endorse this lawyer.
Gregory Watt, DUI and DWI Attorney on Oct 16, 2012
Relationship: Friend
I endorse this lawyer; he has the experience to get the job done right the first time. His ability to research and write are second to none and I have observed his courtroom skills to be topnotch, as well. I wouldn't hesitate to hire him if I were in serious trouble.
Matthew Wasinger, Estate planning Attorney on Aug 30, 2012
Relationship: Friend
I completely endorse Mr. Gigstad as a Criminal Defense and Traffic Attorney. He is a savvy, professional, and ethical attorney. If you are looking for trustworthy and knowledgeable attorney in the Kansas City area, there is not a better attorney to have in your corner than Mr. Gigstad.
Michael Risley, Expungement Attorney on Aug 20, 2012
Relationship: Friend
I endorse this lawyer. Mr. Gigstad is a highly competent Kansas attorney, and I would recommend him to those needing services without hesitation.
Blake Robinson, Criminal defense Attorney on Aug 15, 2012
Relationship: Friend
If you get a DUI/DWI in Overland Park or surrounding areas, Robert Gigstad is your man. He works hard for his clients, provides candid legal advice, and quality representation.
Jon Pettis, DUI and DWI Attorney on Aug 13, 2012
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
I endorse this lawyer.
Melisa Ludeman, Debt collection Attorney on May 1, 2012
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
Robert is a great attorney and an asset to our local legal community! I happily endorse him.
William Turner, Bankruptcy and debt Attorney on Jan 13, 2012
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
I endorse this lawyer. Chris is a diligent and trustworthy attorney. His clients can be confident they have a very competent attorney.
Jason Roth, Car accident Attorney on Jan 13, 2012
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
Mr. Gigstad is a dedicated, effective attorney who works to ensure the best outcome for each one of his clients. I gladly endorse this lawyer.
Lauren Crowdis, Family Attorney on Nov 22, 2011
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
I gladly endorse Robert. He is an excellent attorney who fights zealously for his clients. I am honored to be part of a profession that includes Robert.
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