Donovan B. Dodrill

Donovan B. Dodrill is a Kansas City personal injury lawyer who represents individuals harmed by negligence. His practice includes car, truck, motorcycle, bicycle, and pedestrian accidents, along with premises liability, product liability, medical malpractice, and catastrophic injury claims. He has practiced personal injury law for more than 20 years and focuses on helping injured clients pursue compensation while staying informed throughout the claims and litigation process.

Dodrill earned his J.D. from New England Law | Boston. He received an M.A. in Modern and Contemporary Art from The Ohio State University and a B.A. in Psychology from Denison University. His academic background provided a foundation in legal analysis, communication, research, and understanding human behavior. This training supports his work evaluating liability, damages, insurance issues, and the personal effects of serious injuries.

Dodrill has represented individuals in collision and negligence cases against drivers, insurers, employers, and major corporations. His experience includes matters involving Ford Motor Company, Ryobi Tools, and Walmart, as identified on his official profile. He has never represented an insurance company or large corporation in personal injury matters. His practice emphasizes direct attorney involvement, case preparation, settlement negotiations, and readiness to proceed to trial when necessary.

Donovan B. Dodrill has received professional recognition for plaintiff-side personal injury work. Best Lawyers has recognized him in Personal Injury Litigation – Plaintiffs since 2024, including the 2026 edition. Earlier honors include Kansas City Business Journal Best of the Bar recognition and Super Lawyers Rising Stars recognition. He belongs to the Missouri Bar, Kansas City Metropolitan Bar Association, and Missouri Association of Trial Attorneys, reflecting sustained involvement in the personal injury and trial advocacy community.

Law Office Affiliations

• Attorney, Plaza Injury Law
• Member, Missouri Bar Association

Licensed State

• Missouri

Education

• New England Law | Boston
  Juris Doctor (JD)
• University of Missouri-Columbia
  MA in Modern and Contemporary Art
• Denison University
  BA in Psychology

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