Founding Partner
On a Mission to Help
After working his way through college at a personal injury firm, Scott knew exactly what he wanted to do next: advocate for people who need it most. Scott fights to help people get their lives back. He is aggressive and does not quit. When there’s an opportunity to change hopelessness to happiness, Scott works tirelessly to do it.
"When I meet someone who’s had their world crumble around them, they don’t want me to sit and cry with them. They want me to show them the path to making their life better."
Expertise in Action.
From accidents to malpractice, Scott has stood up for the rights of clients in multiple areas:
Dangerous Premises
Car Accidents
Truck Accidents
Business Litigation
Serious Injury
Medical Malpractice
Motorcycle Accidents
Wrongful Death
Winning Together.
Outstanding legal work on behalf of his clients has earned Scott recognition both in our community and across the country:
Missouri Lawyers Awards 2022: Top Plaintiffs’ Verdicts, 2021
Martindale-Hubbell® AV Preeminent® Rated, 2013-2022
American Institute of Personal Injury Lawyers “10 Best Under 40” Award
American Institute of Personal Injury Lawyers “10 Best Attorneys” Award
National Academy of Personal Injury Attorneys – Top 10 Award
Nation’s Top One Percent – National Association of Distinguished Counsel
Four States Finest Best Community Activist
Education
The University of Michigan Law School, Ann Arbor, Michigan J.D. – 2000
Missouri Southern State College, Joplin, Missouri B.A. magna cum laude – 1996
Missouri Southern State College Police Academy 1994
Community Interests
Board of The Alliance of SW MO
Wildwood Homeowner’s Association, President
Building Bridges, President
Ascent Recovery Residence Board
United Way Board
Joplin Regional Community Foundation Board
Philanthropic Society Board
