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Kim Benjamin

Kim Benjamin

Benjamin Law Group

29+ Years

Legal Experience

About Kim Benjamin

Kim Benjamin is the owner of the Missouri DWI & Criminal Law Center at the Benjamin Law Firm, LLC, located in Belton, Missouri. She leads a dedicated team of lawyers focusing on criminal and DWI defense, and collaborates on personal injury and nursing home abuse and neglect cases. With extensive trial experience, Kim has participated in over 200 trials, including numerous jury trials, maintaining a record of not losing a trial in over a decade.

Kim is passionate about mentoring and training other lawyers in trial skills, both within her firm and nationally. She is a faculty member at the Gerry Spence Trial Lawyers College and the National College of DUI Defense. Her commitment to DWI defense is further demonstrated by her role as co-director of the Bernard Edelman DWI Law & Science Seminar, sponsored by the Missouri Bar and Missouri Association of Criminal Defense Lawyers (MACDL). Kim serves as the chair of the DWI Committee for MACDL and is a member of its Board of Directors, having previously served as president in 2013-14.

Additionally, Kim contributes to the legal community through her service on the Missouri Ethics Commission, following an appointment by the previous governor.

The information on this page is for general informational purposes only and does not constitute legal advice. Consult a licensed attorney for advice about your situation.

Practice Areas

Criminal Law
DUI & DWI
Traffic Tickets
Employment Law
Personal Injury
Nursing Home Abuse
Criminal Appeals
Drug Crimes
Expungement
Fraud
Gun Crimes
Internet Crimes
Sex Crimes
Theft
Violent Crimes

Missouri Car Accident Laws

Understanding Missouri's accident laws is critical when pursuing a claim. Here are the key legal rules that apply to your case:

Statute of Limitations

5 years

Time limit to file a claim

Negligence Rule

pure comparative fault

How fault is determined

Min. Insurance (BI/PD)

$25K/$50K/$25K

Per person/per accident/property

Insurance System

At-Fault

At-fault driver's insurance pays

Frequently Asked Questions

What areas of law does Kim Benjamin specialize in?

Kim Benjamin specializes in criminal and DWI defense, as well as personal injury and nursing home abuse and neglect cases.

How many trials has Kim Benjamin participated in?

Kim Benjamin has extensive experience with over 200 trials, including numerous jury trials.

What educational roles does Kim Benjamin hold?

Kim Benjamin is a faculty member at the Gerry Spence Trial Lawyers College and the National College of DUI Defense.

What leadership roles does Kim Benjamin have within MACDL?

Kim Benjamin serves on the Board of Directors of MACDL and was its president in 2013-14. She also chairs the DWI Committee.

What is Kim Benjamin's role with the Missouri Ethics Commission?

Kim Benjamin serves on the Missouri Ethics Commission, following an appointment by the previous governor.

Contact Information

8427 Clint DRive Belton MO 64012
Belton, MO
8163228008 Visit Website

Need Legal Help?

Contact Kim Benjamin for a free consultation about your accident case.

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After an Accident

  1. 1Seek immediate medical attention
  2. 2Document the scene & gather evidence
  3. 3File a police report
  4. 4Don't speak to insurance adjusters alone
  5. 5Contact Kim for a free case review

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