Casey Y. Meek, Criminal Defense Attorney in Kansas City, Missouri
Kansas City, MO
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Casey Y. Meek is an attorney based in Kansas City, MISSOURI. The practice focuses on Criminal Defense.
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- Kansas City, MISSOURI
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- Handles Criminal Defense matters from Kansas City, MISSOURI.
- Recognized with Lawyer of the Year — Criminal Defense: General Practice (Topeka) (2021).
About Casey Y. Meek: Casey Y. Meek is an attorney based in Kansas City, MISSOURI. The practice focuses on Criminal Defense.
Areas of practice
Legal matters Casey takes on
Casey concentrates on criminal defense. Each area below outlines the kind of case Casey handles, typical outcomes to expect, and how the intake process starts.
Criminal Defense cases in Kansas City, Missouri
Casey takes criminal defense matters in Kansas City, Missouri. Typical engagements include intake calls to scope the issue, review of any records or filings you already have, and a written strategy memo before Casey agrees to represent you.
Biography
Meet Casey Y. Meek — criminal defense lawyer in Kansas City
Casey Y. Meek is an attorney based in Kansas City, MISSOURI. The practice focuses on Criminal Defense.
Casey Meek defends individuals facing municipal, state, and federal criminal charges in Kansas and Missouri. He represents clients in felony and misdemeanor charges, including drug and alcohol offenses, DUIs, property crimes, violent crimes, probation crimes, and expungements. His practice extends throughout the Topeka, Lawrence, and Kansas City metro areas.
Casey's approach to criminal defense cases
Casey Meek defends individuals facing municipal, state, and federal criminal charges in Kansas and Missouri. He represents clients in felony and misdemeanor charges, including drug and alcohol offenses, DUIs, property crimes, violent crimes, probation crimes, and expungements. His practice extends throughout the Topeka, Lawrence, and Kansas City metro areas.
Clients Casey works with
Casey reviews new inquiries case-by-case for criminal defense matters in Kansas City and the surrounding Missouri area.
Credentials
Education, bar admissions, and languages
University of Kansas
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University of Kansas
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Jurisdictions
Casey's state bar admissions
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Casey studied at — in University of Kansas and — in University of Kansas.
Law school and academic background
Casey completed — in University of Kansas and — in University of Kansas. Formal legal training is one signal of substantive knowledge — the day-to-day practice Casey runs in Missouri is where that training gets applied to real client questions.
Recognition
Recognition and thought leadership
Casey has received 6 formal recognitions from bar associations, industry bodies, and peer-review services.
Lawyer of the Year — Criminal Defense: General Practice (Topeka)
2021
Best Lawyers in America — Criminal Defense: General Practice
2026
Best Lawyers in America — Additional Areas of Practice:
2026
Best Lawyers in America — Criminal Defense: White-Collar
2026
Best Lawyers in America — DUI / DWI Defense
2026
Best Lawyers in America — Awards:
2026
Legal awards and honors
Lawyer of the Year — Criminal Defense: General Practice (Topeka) (2021). Best Lawyers in America — Criminal Defense: General Practice (2026). Best Lawyers in America — Additional Areas of Practice: (2026). Best Lawyers in America — Criminal Defense: White-Collar (2026). Best Lawyers in America — DUI / DWI Defense (2026). Best Lawyers in America — Awards: (2026).
Locations
Casey Y. Meek's office in Kansas City
Casey's primary office is at 926 Cherry Street, Suite 200, Kansas City, Missouri, 64106. In-person meetings are by appointment; a phone intake usually comes first.
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How to hire Casey Y. Meek — what to expect in your first consultation
Working with a new criminal defense attorney should feel structured. Here's how the first two conversations with Casey usually go, from the moment you request a consult to the day representation begins.
Consultation formats and pricing
Casey charges for the initial consult. That fee is credited toward representation if you retain Casey's office.
What to bring to your first meeting
Bring any documents you already have — police reports, medical records, filed pleadings, correspondence from an insurer, a copy of the contract at issue. If you're not sure, err on the side of bringing everything; Casey will tell you what matters and what doesn't.
Questions to ask a criminal defense attorney in Kansas City, Missouri
A short list to run through before you commit: How many criminal defense matters have you handled in the last year? What's your fee structure? Who else in the office will work on this? What's your realistic estimate of timeline and range of outcomes? How do I reach you between meetings?
Fees & payment
Fees, payment methods, and consultation options for Casey
Casey discusses fees during intake so the arrangement fits the matter. Contingency, hourly, and flat-fee options are all common in criminal defense practice — ask which fits.
Hourly rates, contingency fees, and flat-fee options
Every criminal defense matter is priced differently. Simple document review might be a flat fee. Injury litigation is often contingency. Complex commercial disputes usually run hourly with a retainer. Casey confirms the model in the engagement letter before any work starts.
Payment methods and payment plans
Casey's office accepts standard payment methods. Ask about payment plans if the retainer is a stretch — many criminal defense practices work with clients on structured schedules.
Frequently asked
Frequently asked questions about Casey Y. Meek
How much does it cost to hire Casey for a criminal defense case?
Cost depends on the type of matter, the fee model (contingency, flat, hourly), and how contested the case becomes. Casey walks through the likely range during the consult so there are no surprises.
Does Casey offer a free consultation?
Casey charges for the initial consult; that fee is credited toward representation if you retain Casey's office. Some criminal defense attorneys offer free consults — check Casey's current terms during booking.
How long do criminal defense cases in Missouri typically take?
Simple criminal defense matters can wrap in a few weeks; disputed cases can run 6–18 months from intake to resolution, longer if the matter goes to trial. Casey gives a realistic estimate for your facts at the consult — vague answers here are a red flag.
Can Casey take my case if I'm outside Kansas City?
Casey is licensed in Missouri. Matters governed by Missouri law are the natural fit. Out-of-state matters are handled case-by-case, sometimes with local co-counsel. Ask during intake — Casey will tell you if the case is a fit or refer you to someone closer to your court.
What should I bring to my first meeting with Casey?
Bring every document that touches the dispute: contracts, correspondence, police or medical reports, filed pleadings, invoices, photographs, insurance letters. Also bring a written timeline of what happened, in your own words. Casey will filter what matters — over-preparing at intake is always cheaper than needing a second meeting.
Is Casey accepting new criminal defense clients right now?
Casey's intake status shifts week to week. Submit the form; the office will confirm availability or refer the matter out.
Areas served
Criminal Defense attorneys serving Kansas City, St Louis and Jefferson City in Missouri
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