Jonathan McCoy

Jonathan McCoy is a seasoned employment lawyer at Carter Law Offices in Kansas City. He focuses on helping clients in employment law, personal injury, medical malpractice, nursing home neglect, and business disputes. With over three decades of legal experience, he is known for his dedication to getting justice for those harmed by negligence or wrongdoing. Since 2018, he has served as a partner at Carter Law Offices, working closely with attorney Doug Carter on complex litigation cases.

Jonathan earned his J.D., the professional degree required to practice law. His legal education helped build the foundation for his deep understanding of trial practice, personal injury law, and medical malpractice cases.

Jonathan began his legal career in 1990, defending individuals in personal injury cases and healthcare professionals in medical malpractice matters. For the first 13 years, he worked on the defense side, gaining valuable courtroom experience and insight into how defense teams approach claims. In 2003, he opened his own law firm, switching to represent plaintiffs—everyday people hurt due to someone else’s actions.

Jonathan now handles a wide range of cases, including serious injuries from car crashes, dangerous property conditions, and negligent medical care. He also helps individuals and small businesses with legal conflicts involving contracts and commercial matters. His knowledge and courtroom skills help clients stand up against powerful insurance companies, corporations, and employers.

Jonathan McCoy believes in protecting people’s rights and holding wrongdoers accountable. He listens carefully to each client’s story, investigates every detail, and builds strong cases to secure fair results. He stays current on employment law issues that affect workers in Missouri and beyond. His dedication, experience, and focus on results make him a strong advocate for clients seeking justice in complex legal cases.

Law Office Affiliations

• Partner, Carter Law Offices
• Member, The Missouri Bar

Licensed State

• Missouri

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