Kellie Campbell | Columbia Accident & Injury Lawyer | Missouri

Just before Ferguson, Missouri, became national news, I had filed a Fourth Amendment motion on behalf of a client that touched on similar concerns. The judge granted my motion after a hearing was held and arguments were heard. It was just one case, but these constitutional arguments are important in maintaining the integrity of our criminal justice system.

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One of the most rewarding aspects of my job is exposing a false witness. Nobody wants to see a witness get away with lying. Exposing the truth is a large part of obtaining justice.

I speak on behalf of The Missouri Bar at continuing legal education seminars, participate as a board member with a local non-profit drug and substance abuse agency called the Phoenix Programs, and volunteer as a judge for area mock trial competitions hosted by area schools and colleges. These volunteer activities (and others) are not only enjoyable, they allow me to give back to the communities that support me and my family.

• • American Bar Association
  
  • Missouri Association of Trial Attorneys
  
  • Boone County Bar Association
  Practice and Procedures Committee, 2013-present
  
  • Lafayette County Bar Association
  President, 2005-2007
  Member, 2004-2013
  
  • Missouri Victim Assistance Network (MOVA)
  Seeking to strengthen the criminal justice system through education, collaboration and an active role in the legislative process.
  President, 2012-2014
  Board Member, 2011-present
  
  • Lafayette Regional Health Center
  Board Member, 2010-2013
  
  • Habitat for Humanity
  Board Member, 2007-2010
  
  • House of Hope, Inc.
  Providing a safe haven for abused women and children, promoting abuse prevention programs, increasing awareness of the epidemic of domestic violence and sexual abuse
  President, 2006-2009
  Oversaw the purchase of a new shelter, storage facility and surrounding property for future expansion; led the Board during the process of selecting a new Executive Director.
  
  • Junior League of St. Joseph
  President, 1998-1999
  Statewide Public Affairs Committee, 1993-1995
  CASA Volunteer, 1991-1993
  Active Member, 1991-2001
  Sustaining Member, 2002-present
  
  • Foster Parent, Division of Family Services
  Buchanan/Andrew Counties, 1995-1999
  
  • Prevent Child Abuse Missouri
  Board Member, 1995-1997
  
  • YWCA of St. Joseph
  Board Member, 1995-1997
  Chair, Day of Commitment to Eliminate Racism Breakfast & Awards
  
  • Allied Arts Council
  Legal division fundraising, 1995 & 1997

• •Member, 2010 National Security Seminar, U.S. Army War College
  Nominated by United States Representative Ike Skelton
  
  •Historic Preservation Award, 1996, St. Joseph Landmark Commission
  For renovation of two Victorian mansions listed on the National Register of Historic Places

• A sample of high-profile cases can be located under the 'In the News' tab at www.wingatecampbell.com.

• • The Black Powder Rifle Mystery and Other Firearms Ambiguities(Link)
  The Missouri Prosecutor
  October 2009
  
  • 'Let Women Vote': Attorney Suffragettes(Link)
  Ms-JD.org
  October 22, 2012
  Inspirational women lawyers who led the fight for the right to vote.
  
  • Victim Confidentiality Laws Promote Safety and Dignity(Link)
  Journal of The Missouri Bar
  April 9, 2013
  Highlights of Missouri laws specific to victim confidentiality issues.
  
  • A Matter of Simple Justice: Unchained(Link)
  2013 Ms.JD Writer in Residence
  2013
  Discussion of one woman's historic fight to become an attorney.
  
  • Tribute to Hon. Ike Skelton
  Columbia Daily Tribune
  November 1, 2013
  
  • Justice Eludes Us In Tragedy
  WingateCampbell.com
  February 2014

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