Notable Cases & Matters

28 + Years Fighting For Clients!

Proven Legal Services Since 1993

Matt has 28 + Years of vast experience, carefully & methodically sharpening his skills.  Like an archer that is able to tactically & effectively pull back on the bow and release – striking the bullseye on his clients’ behalf.

Matt’s peers have recognized him a Super Lawyer 11 years in a row… The result? A string of “not guilty” verdicts spanning over 15 years.  Numerous excellent settlements and  preferential divorce decisions and agreements reached.

Notable Cases & Matters

Med Employee Falsely Accused of Setting Fire

A respiratory therapist was charged and convicted of arson. She was sent to prison, but received a retrial due to her previous attorney being ineffective.

Conviction overturned, woman acquitted and found not guilty.

Pregnant Woman Loses Unborn Child in Accident

A pregnant woman suffered injuries in a car accident, but the worst she suffered was that of losing her unborn child. She was tempted to settle with an insurance company.

Recovered the maximum possible amount of $300,000.

Defendants Become Plaintiffs in Lawsuit

A group of individuals faced the possibility of exposure as defendants
in a complex class action lawsuit. Matt carved out a subgroup of plaintiffs.
 
Liability removed, plaintiffs received proceeds of suit.

Attorney’s errors had led to life in prison

A man involved in a Kansas City jewel heist, which netted $3 million, was convicted of federal conspiracy charges. The man was sentenced to life in prison

Sentenced reduced to five years and time served.

High School coach faced felony marijuana charge

A high school coach was charged with possessing marijuana after a police search of his home uncovered its presence. The felony charge came nearly a year after the search.

Jurors acquitted the coach and found him not guilty.

Know the Judges

I've learned through working w/judges that most lawyers lack the critical skill of listening. I have a great rapport w/most judges. I am able to position your case for the best possible outcome.

Success

I represent you and your family as if it was my sister, brother or child in need. Aggressively assisting with family law, criminal defense & personal injury cases.

Strategic Fighter

The system has processes and procedures that need to be managed with care and tact. Skills crafted over 28 years to offer you a strategic legal representation.

Preparedness

Mr. O'Connor gets to know the jury, has a knack for selecting the right people, and can craft a message that fits your case and your situation. Matt O'Connor is respected among his peers.

Our Professional Team

Meet Matt O'Connor

Matthew O'Connor
Matthew O'Connor
Senior Attorney

It’s not your case, it’s your life!

 

Despite Matt being an extremely objective person and commentator,  Matt became a featured legal commentator on Fox National News speaking on such cases as the Anna Nicole Smith death, Duke LaCrosse Rape case, Casey Anthony, Michael Devlin Kidnapping case and more.

You may have also seen Matthew on Dr. Phil, TruTV, Court TV, and as a legal commentator on Local Missouri news channels.

My Kansas City, MO criminal defense law firm affords clients the experience of a nationally recognized attorney willing to fight for them on state and federal court levels in misdemeanor and felony criminal defense cases, personal injury claims, and family law cases.

Matt entered the Bar in 1993. Nearly 30 years of experience fighting for clients. I break down your criminal defense or personal injury using plain English. The more you understand, the better chance we have to obtain the best outcome.

 

Changing your opinion about Lawyers, one case at a time!
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