David Bell | Kansas City Criminal Lawyer

Mr. Bell has significant experience in criminal matters at the local, state and federal level. When combined with his educational background and other life experiences, Mr. Bell is uniquely situated to help individuals and companies with investigations and charges that could result in serious personal and professional consequences.

After obtaining his business and tax law degrees, Mr. Bell worked as a tax and estate planning attorney. Combining his desire to help people with his love of the law, Mr. Bell then served as a trial attorney with the Missouri Public Defender’s System in Jackson County, Missouri. After representing thousands of clients in matters ranging from misdemeanor assault to first-degree murder, Mr. Bell joined the Firm in 2007 where he is now a shareholder.

While Mr. Bell continues to represent clients in local and state court, he has leveraged his business background to develop a significant white-collar practice in both Kansas and Missouri federal courts.

Testimonials:

"I consulted David because of his professional reputation, but I hired David because of the way he listened and cared about me, my wife, and our family. His experience reassured us as he explained each step of the process and advocated for truth and justice. Top notch legal defense is not cheap; however, David and his staff were efficient with their time and kept their fees within reason. I highly recommend David Bell and his firm."

• Member | Missouri State Bar Association
  Member | Kansas State Bar Association
  

• The Charles M. Shaw Award for Excellence in Trial Advocacy | March 1, 2007 – Present
  Named as one of the 16 “Up & Coming Lawyers” by the Missouri Lawyers Weekly | October 9, 2006

• Testimonials
  "David Bell was my lawyer for a domestic violence case which we were able to get dismissed! David kept me in the loop throughout the entire process and went out of his way to help me. I am extremely thankful for him! You won’t find someone more invested in your case."

  - Brittany

  "Mr. Bell represented the "other side" of our dispute. I wasnt sure what to expect....assumed he'd be aggressive & ruthless. Rather, he was respectful, kind, logical. He negotiated in a way that fostered a spirit of win/win. He has a way of de-escalating fears & frustration while representing and seeking truth. Mr. Bell impressed me and restored my faith in the legal system."

  - Gina

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