Proven Legal Services Since 1993
Matt has 30 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 many years. Numerous excellent settlements and preferential divorce decisions and agreements reached.
About Matt
I am, by education and training – an experienced lawyer. Whatever picture you have in your mind about me being a typical lawyer, erase that and replace it with this. I am a well-respected man who is instantly friends with everyone he meets.
Entrepreneurial and expressive, I am a man who loves an adventure and the first to get involved when there is a need in the community. People find me approachable, and I reach across backgrounds and cultures to expand my circle of friends and influence.
I am a lawyer, actor, and speaker with more than 30 years of courtroom and media experience. I have made numerous appearances on national and local television stations offering legal commentary and analysis.
I have appeared on the Dr. Phil Show, Fox News, Tru TV and other networks where I offered commentary and analysis on a wide variety of subjects from the Duke Lacrosse case to Lindsay Lohan’s legal troubles. My wit and concise explanations make a favorite of national news producers seeking quality commentary.
I began my career in radio and served as the Creative Director for KBEQ FM in Kansas City. I was awarded the Orson Welles Award by the Radio Advertising Bureau for a series of commercials I wrote, produced and voiced. I, then, attended law school at the University of Missouri at Kansas City where I graduated in 1993.
Education
- University of Missouri – Kansas City School of Law, 1993
- University of Missouri – Kansas City, 1985
Admissions
- Missouri Bar Association, 1993
- U.S. Supreme Court Western District Court 1993
- U.S. District Court of Kansas, 1996
- United States Supreme Court, 2004
A few highlights
- A seasoned criminal defense attorney with numerous successful verdicts on his clients’ behalf
- A published author – Missouri Bar publications on arrest procedures
- A professor of Law of Evidence
- Consider watching Matt on Dr. Phil – 33:43 and 37:44
- Fox News National Legal Commentary – a regular member of Fox News’ Legal Panel
- Featured on Court TV “Masterminds” series
- Host of “A Wicked Offer” on The CW Network
- A certified expert for attorney Standards of Representation
- A trial lawyer who is passionate about his clients’ freedom
- Repeated legal commentary on local news stations
Your Attorney, in and out of the Court Room
My talent as an attorney stretches far beyond the criminal arena. Since entering private practice, I have focused my energy on federal Criminal Defense, DUI/DWI, personal injury claims, state criminal defense, federal drug charges, appellate advocacy, and class action case management, including the successful negotiation of a multi-million-dollar class action settlement for my clients.
I obtained a million-dollar settlement for a client as a result of a products liability case which isn’t an easy task. As a result of my many successes as an attorney, I have been asked to share my expertise at employment seminars, colleges and have co-authored the 1998 Supplement for the Missouri Bar Criminal Procedure Publication. I was asked again by the Missouri Bar to write the chapter for the 2000 Supplement for the Criminal Procedure Publication. In 2005, I wrote the Arrest Chapter for the Missouri Bar.
My peers have recognized me as a Super Lawyer in several consecutive years, beginning in 2011 and 2015.
My service to my community and answering the call of those in need after the devastation of hurricane Katrina led me to make several trips to Louisiana where I hand delivered more than 30,000 pounds of relief items with the help of volunteers I gathered eight days after Katrina. As a result, I was the recipient of the Michael Coburn Award for Community Service.
I have authored numerous articles for legal publications and served as a speaker for both national and local legal education programs on topics ranging from trial work to ethics and forensic investigation utilizing cyberspace.
Lectures & Writings
How changing technology brings ethical dilemmas as well as defining the reasonable expectation of confidentiality, Faculty, Changing Technology and Attorney-Privilege, 2012
- Authored the Arrest Chapter, Missouri Bar, 2005
- Authored the supplement for the Criminal Procedure Publication, Missouri Bar, 2000
- Co-authored the supplement for the Criminal Procedure Publication, Supplement for the Missouri Bar, 1998
- Adjunct Professor, Park University
Guest lecturer, University of Kansas Law School
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 30 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
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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