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Scott S. Bethune, Class Action Attorney in Kansas City, Missouri

focused on Class Action, Medical Malpractice, and Personal Injury

Trusted class action attorney serving Kansas City.

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Scott S. Bethune is an attorney based in Kansas City, MISSOURI. The practice focuses on Class Action, Medical Malpractice, and Personal Injury. Currently practicing at Davis, Bethune & Jones LLC.

Based in
Kansas City, MISSOURI
Experience
attorney
Known for
Class Action · Medical Malpractice · Personal Injury
  • Handles Class Action, Medical Malpractice, and Personal Injury matters from Kansas City, MISSOURI.
  • Recognized with Lawyer of the Year — Personal Injury Litigation - Plaintiffs, Kansas City (MO) (2026).

About Scott S. Bethune: Scott S. Bethune is an attorney based in Kansas City, MISSOURI. The practice focuses on Class Action, Medical Malpractice, and Personal Injury. Currently practicing at Davis, Bethune & Jones LLC.

Areas of practice

Legal matters Scott takes on

Scott concentrates on class action, medical malpractice, personal injury, and product liability. Each area below outlines the kind of case Scott handles, typical outcomes to expect, and how the intake process starts.

Class Action cases in Kansas City, Missouri

Scott takes class action 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 Scott agrees to represent you.

Medical Malpractice cases in Kansas City, Missouri

Scott takes medical malpractice 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 Scott agrees to represent you.

Personal Injury cases in Kansas City, Missouri

Scott takes personal injury 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 Scott agrees to represent you.

Product Liability cases in Kansas City, Missouri

Scott takes product liability 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 Scott agrees to represent you.

Biography

Meet Scott S. Bethune — class action lawyer in Kansas City

Scott S. Bethune is an attorney based in Kansas City, MISSOURI. The practice focuses on Class Action, Medical Malpractice, and Personal Injury. Currently practicing at Davis, Bethune & Jones LLC.

Scott S. Bethune is a top attorney recognized by Best Lawyers in the practice area(s) of Mass Tort Litigation / Class Actions - Plaintiffs, Medical Malpractice Law - Plaintiffs, Personal Injury Litigation - Plaintiffs and Product Liability Litigation - Plaintiffs.

Scott S., who practices law in Kansas City, Missouri, has been recognized since 2009. This recognition is based on an exhaustive peer-review survey, reflecting the high esteem in which Scott S. is held by other top lawyers in the same geographic and legal practice area.

How Scott handles class action matters

Scott S. Bethune is a top attorney recognized by Best Lawyers in the practice area(s) of Mass Tort Litigation / Class Actions - Plaintiffs, Medical Malpractice Law - Plaintiffs, Personal Injury Litigation - Plaintiffs and Product Liability Litigation - Plaintiffs. Scott S., who practices law in Kansas City, Missouri, has been recognized since 2009. This recognition is based on an exhaustive…

The kind of cases Scott takes

Scott reviews new inquiries case-by-case for class action, medical malpractice, and personal injury matters in Kansas City and the surrounding Missouri area.

Credentials

Education, bar admissions, and languages

  • University of Missouri - Kansas City School of Law

    J.D. · 1988

Scott studied at J.D. in University of Missouri - Kansas City School of Law.

Law school and academic background

Scott completed J.D. in University of Missouri - Kansas City School of Law. Formal legal training is one signal of substantive knowledge — the day-to-day practice Scott runs in Missouri is where that training gets applied to real client questions.

Recognition

Recognition and thought leadership

Scott has received 15 formal recognitions from bar associations, industry bodies, and peer-review services.

  • Lawyer of the Year — Personal Injury Litigation - Plaintiffs, Kansas City (MO)

    2026

  • Lawyer of the Year — Mass Tort Litigation / Class Actions - Plaintiffs, Kansas City (MO)

    2025

  • Lawyer of the Year — Product Liability Litigation - Plaintiffs, Kansas City (MO)

    2025

  • Lawyer of the Year — Product Liability Litigation - Plaintiffs, Kansas City (MO)

    2023

  • Lawyer of the Year — Medical Malpractice Law - Plaintiffs, Kansas City (MO)

    2022

  • Lawyer of the Year — Mass Tort Litigation / Class Actions - Plaintiffs, Kansas City (MO)

    2021

  • Lawyer of the Year — Product Liability Litigation - Plaintiffs, Kansas City (MO)

    2020

  • Lawyer of the Year — Personal Injury Litigation - Plaintiffs, Kansas City (MO)

    2018

  • Lawyer of the Year — Mass Tort Litigation / Class Actions - Plaintiffs, Kansas City (MO)

    2017

  • Best Lawyers in America — Mass Tort Litigation / Class Actions - Plaintiffs

    2026

  • Best Lawyers in America — Medical Malpractice Law - Plaintiffs

    2026

  • Best Lawyers in America — Personal Injury Litigation - Plaintiffs

    2026

  • Best Lawyers in America — Product Liability Litigation - Plaintiffs

    2026

  • Best Lawyers in America — Additional Areas of Practice:

    2026

  • Best Lawyers in America — Personal Injury Litigation

    2026

Legal awards and honors

Lawyer of the Year — Personal Injury Litigation - Plaintiffs, Kansas City (MO) (2026). Lawyer of the Year — Mass Tort Litigation / Class Actions - Plaintiffs, Kansas City (MO) (2025). Lawyer of the Year — Product Liability Litigation - Plaintiffs, Kansas City (MO) (2025). Lawyer of the Year — Product Liability Litigation - Plaintiffs, Kansas City (MO) (2023). Lawyer of the Year — Medical Malpractice Law - Plaintiffs, Kansas City (MO) (2022). Lawyer of the Year — Mass Tort Litigation / Class Actions - Plaintiffs, Kansas City (MO) (2021).

Locations

Scott S. Bethune's office in Kansas City

Scott's primary office is at 1100 Main Street, Kansas City, Missouri, 64105. In-person meetings are by appointment; a phone intake usually comes first.

Main office

Davis, Bethune & Jones LLC

1100 Main Street

Kansas City, Missouri 64105

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Hiring guide

How to hire Scott S. Bethune — what to expect in your first consultation

Working with a new class action attorney should feel structured. Here's how the first two conversations with Scott usually go, from the moment you request a consult to the day representation begins.

Consultation formats and pricing

Scott charges for the initial consult. That fee is credited toward representation if you retain Scott'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; Scott will tell you what matters and what doesn't.

Questions to ask a class action attorney in Kansas City, Missouri

A short list to run through before you commit: How many class action 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 Scott

Scott discusses fees during intake so the arrangement fits the matter. Contingency, hourly, and flat-fee options are all common in class action practice — ask which fits.

Hourly rates, contingency fees, and flat-fee options

Every class action 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. Scott confirms the model in the engagement letter before any work starts.

Payment methods and payment plans

Scott's office accepts standard payment methods. Ask about payment plans if the retainer is a stretch — many class action practices work with clients on structured schedules.

Frequently asked

Frequently asked questions about Scott S. Bethune

  • How much does it cost to hire Scott for a class action case?

    Cost depends on the type of matter, the fee model (contingency, flat, hourly), and how contested the case becomes. Scott walks through the likely range during the consult so there are no surprises.

  • Does Scott offer a free consultation?

    Scott charges for the initial consult; that fee is credited toward representation if you retain Scott's office. Some class action attorneys offer free consults — check Scott's current terms during booking.

  • How long do class action cases in Missouri typically take?

    Simple class action 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. Scott gives a realistic estimate for your facts at the consult — vague answers here are a red flag.

  • Can Scott take my case if I'm outside Kansas City?

    Scott 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 — Scott 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 Scott?

    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. Scott will filter what matters — over-preparing at intake is always cheaper than needing a second meeting.

  • Is Scott accepting new class action clients right now?

    Scott's intake status shifts week to week. Submit the form; the office will confirm availability or refer the matter out.

Areas served

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