John Russell Hicks

John Russell Hicks

5.0
Rating: 10.0

Licensed for 24 years

Personal injury Lawyer at Leawood, KS
Practice Areas: Personal Injury, Medical Malpractice, Car Accidents ... +2 more

11551 Ash Street, Becker Building Suite 200, Leawood, KS

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Free Consultation

$0 first 60 minutes


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Licenses

Licensed in Missouri for 23 years

State: Missouri

Acquired: 2002

Good Standing, Active

No misconduct found

Licensed in Kansas for 24 years

State: Kansas

Acquired: 2001

Active

No misconduct found

Location

Norris Keplinger Hicks & Welder

11551 Ash Street, Becker Building Suite 200, Leawood, KS, 66211

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John Russell Hicks's Reviews

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5.0 /5.0

2 Client Reviews

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Posted by John W | November 26, 2014 | Lawsuits & Disputes

Torres Tort

Mr. Hicks worked with me on a case that involved a past client that was not happy with the services my company provided. The case went from negotiations all the way to a trial. Mr. Hicks was very knowledgeable of the laws. After telling Mr. Hicks about my services and giving him some basic informa...tion about my work, he took it upon himself to learn even more about my business. Armed with his knowledge of the law and the ins and outs of my industry he took my case to trial. The process was very stressful, but Mr. Hicks had amazing confidence and poise. Mr. Hicks got the verdict we wanted and I'm very happy with his quality of work. I would highly recommend him to a family or friend. 100% No Question. Thanks again for your hard work Mr. Hicks...

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John Russell Hicks's Lawyer Endorsements

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Michael Waddington

Personal injury lawyer | Jun 05

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse John. He is a highly skilled attorney that is well respected in the legal community."

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John Roodhouse

Medical malpractice lawyer | Jan 28

Relationship: Friend

"I endorse this lawyer."

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Brandan Davies

Litigation lawyer | Sep 16

Relationship: Other

"I endorse this lawyer."

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Jason Roth

Medical malpractice lawyer | Sep 05

Relationship: Opposing Counsel on matter

"John is a zealous advocate for his clients, while maintaining a high degree of professionalism. He is a talented, hard-working lawyer and I gladly endorse him."

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Richard Hicks

Medical malpractice lawyer | Aug 04

Relationship: Family member

"I endorse this lawyer. John is an excellent attorney. He is extremely knowledgable yet personable. If you are looking for a litigator, particulary in the area of medical malpractice defense, then John would be an excellent choice."

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Ryan Fowler

Litigation lawyer | Jul 10

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I strongly endorse John Hicks. I have worked with John on a number of medical malpractice matters, including going to trial, and he is an outstanding attorney. John not only works tirelessly and passionately for his clients but is also a pleasure to work with."

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Thomas Pickert

Medical malpractice lawyer | Jul 10

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Over the years, I have litigated many medical malpractice cases with John. He is an outstanding attorney, who works hard for his clients in a professional and ethical manner."

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Brian Jenkins

Personal injury lawyer

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Mary Christopher

Medical malpractice lawyer

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John Roodhouse

General practice lawyer

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Thomas Addair

Criminal defense lawyer

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Christian Larriviere

Bankruptcy and debt lawyer

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Ryan Fowler

Litigation lawyer

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Experience

Rating:  10.0 (Superb)

Honors

2025

Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers

2024

Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers

2023

Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers

2022

Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers

2021

Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers

2020

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2019

Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers

2018

Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers

2017

Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers

2016

Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers

2015

Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers

2014

AV Preeminent 5.0 out of 5 Peer Review Rated, Martindale-Hubbell

2014

Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers

2013

Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers

2013

Super Lawyer, Missouri & Kansas Super Lawyers Magazine

2013

Best of the Bar, Kansas City Business Journal

2012

Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers

2012

Super Lawyer, Kansas and Missouri Super Lawyers Business Edition

2012

Super Lawyer, Missouri & Kansas Super Lawyers Magazine

2011

Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers

2011

Super Lawyer, Missouri & Kansas Super Lawyers Magazine

2010

Best Lawyers in Kansas City, Kansas City Business Journal

2010

Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers

2010

Super Lawyer, Missouri & Kansas Super Lawyers Magazine

2009

Rising Star, Missouri & Kansas Super Lawyers Magazine

Associations

2011 - Present

Overland Park Chamber of Commerce

Member

2010 - Present

Professional Liability Defense Federation

Member

2010 - Present

Professional Liability Underwriting Society

Member

2008 - Present

Defense Research Institute

Professional Responsibilty Committee Social Media Chair

American Bar Association

Member

Kansas Bar Association

Member

Missouri Bar

Member

Johnson County Bar Association

Member

Missouri Organization of Defense Lawyers

Member

2012 - 2014

Global Birthing Foundation

Board of Directors

Sample of Legal Cases

Coggs v. OPNRC

Defense Verdict

Shen v. Decker

Defense Verdict

Perry v. England

Verdict in favor of plaintiffs.

Torres v. Metropoliotan Inspection Services, Inc.

Directed Verdict.

Schlaikjer v. Kaplan, MD

Defense Verdict.

Brandon-Bejan v. Paul’s Drive In, Inc.,

Defense verdict.

Roberts v. Katta, M.D., et al.,

Dismissed without payment on third day of trial.

Brown v. Cassella, ARNP, et al.,

Defense verdict

Haley v. SMMC, et al.,

Defense verdict

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Education

2001

University of Kansas School of Law

JD - Juris Doctor

1998

Central Missouri State University

BS - Bachelor of Science

Speaking Engagements

2013

2013 KBA Litigation CLE

Damage Caps in Kansas and Missouri

2011

Kansas Association of Defense Lawyers Annual Meeting

KADC Large Damage Cases

2010

Greater Kansas City Society of Healthcare Attorneys Meeting

Kansas’ Non-Economic Cap, Recent Challenge to Constitutionality

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