Sloan Law Office
“Taylor was very attentive and kept us updated thru our process which was helpful because we were out of state.”
Best Criminal Defense Lawyers in Independence, MO
15 firms listed · 12 in Independence · 1 open 24/7 · 2 open weekends · 13 rated 4.5+
Data verified October 18, 2026
Grubb Law Firm
“Great law firm has takin care of my my traffic needs reliable and honest great with communication!”
Howard L. Lotven
“Outstanding attorney he handled my case and kept me informed I highly recommend Howard Lotven!”
Easter Law
“I love them and i wouldn't have anyone other then Easter Law to handle any case.”
Buccero & Vanfleet
“Skew really did all she could and got us the best results possible.”
Albano, Richart, Welch & Bajackson
“I can say that I know that this entire firm does pretty amazing work.”
The 15 firms listed for Independence, MO defend criminal charges for people. What each states about the offenses it takes and the courts it appears in comes from its own website; ratings and quotes come from public reviews.
Area overview: Independence, MO
12 of the 15 firms we list are based in Independence; the other 3 serve Independence from Lee's Summit (12 mi) and Liberty (12 mi). The firms on this page are rated from 4.2 to 5.0 across 650 reviews; 3 have 50 or more reviews and 13 are rated 4.5 or higher. The topics that come up most in reviews of the firms on this page are "results" and "communication". 1 is open around the clock and 2 are open on weekends. The practice areas the firms on this page list most often on their websites are dui (2), personal injury (2) and wrongful death (2). 2 have a BBB rating of A or A+. 8 have ten or more years of experience, the longest 58 years. 1 offers urgent consultations; 6 offer a free initial consultation and 1 is family- or locally-owned. We have a website on file for 10 of the firms on this page; 10 publish a contact page and 2 list a public email. We count these figures across the firms on this page; distances are straight-line, and hours and prices change, so confirm the details with the firm before you book a consultation.
Why are firms outside Independence shown on this page?
12 of the 15 firms are based in Independence; the others come from other towns. In criminal work the courthouse matters more than the office address, so ask whether a firm appears regularly in the court holding your case.
John Burnett, Attorney
“He has always given me, my family, and anyone whom I have referred to him the absolute best outcome of any situation or legal matter.”
Waits Dennis R
“Waits and his daughter Paige have not only done what they said they were going to do but have gone above and beyond my expectations.”
William N Carnes
“Excellent and gets the best results for the client!!”
Kelli Caldwell Law Office
“She was kind, determined, capable, knowledgeable, and supportive.”
Catalyst Legal
“Cooper helped me understand what was going on with a particular issue I have been working through, and ultimately explained it may not be in my best interest to hire him at the moment due to timing of my matter (saved me $), as it should work itself out.”
Karl Jennings, Attorney
“He definitely knows the ends and out of the criminal justice system.”
Carter & Putnam
“This was the single best encounter that I have had with an attorney EVER.”
Aramjoo Law Firm
“Explained EVERYTHING as it was happening so I was informed of both the process and progress.”
The Law Office of Traci Fann
“She was always available to answer any questions and was so helpful through this tough process and SHE GOT MY CASE DROPPED!!!!!”
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