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David Mayer - Attorney
Managing Shareholder

David Mayer

David M. Mayer is the managing shareholder of Monsees & Mayer, P.C., in Kansas City, Missouri, where he focuses on advocating for victims of sexual abuse, motor vehicle accidents, and premises liability. A Kansas City native, David is dedicated to seeking justice for his clients, particularly children and the elderly harmed by the negligence of others. Notable cases include a $5 million verdict for a swimming pool negligence incident, $24 million dollar sexual abuse verdict and numerous multi-mllion dollar confidential settlements in sexual abuse cases. His work has helped clients secure compensation for injuries from dangerous conditions in stores, car accidents, and other harm caused by negligence.

30+
Years
of Practice
$29M
Recovered
for Clients
AV
Martindale
Rating

About David Mayer

David’s achievements have garnered high recognition within the legal profession. He holds an AV Preeminent rating from Martindale-Hubbell, the highest peer review rating for legal skill and ethics, and is listed among The National Trial Lawyers: Top 100. He is also a member of the Million Dollar Advocates Forum and recognized by the American Institute of Personal Injury Attorneys as being in the top 10% for client satisfaction. In acknowledgment of his service, David was recently awarded the Pat Kelly Service Award by the University of Missouri-Kansas City Law Foundation & Law Alumni Association.

David’s academic journey began with a double major in Political Science and Economics at Boston College, followed by a Juris Doctor from the University of Missouri–Kansas City School of Law, where he was a Victor Wilson Scholar and received the American Jurisprudence Award. He is admitted to practice in Missouri, Kansas, the U.S. District Courts for both states, and the U.S. Court of Appeals for the 10th Circuit.

Beyond his legal work, David is committed to community service, volunteering for legal aid programs throughout Missouri and Kansas and serving on various nonprofit boards. His dedication to both his clients and his community reflects his deep commitment to justice and advocacy.

Recognition & Qualifications

Awards & Recognition

Top 100 Trial Lawyers
National Trial Lawyers / ASLA
Top 10% in Missouri for Client Satisfaction
American Institute of Personal Injury Attorneys
Best Lawyers in America
Best Lawyers
American Jurisprudence Award
1990
Victor Wilson Scholar
1991–1993
Life Member of Who’s Who
2000
AV Preeminent Rating
Martindale-Hubbell
Million Dollar Advocates Forum
Member
Super Lawyer
Missouri & Kansas
Premier 100 Criminal and Civil Lawyer
American Academy of Trial Attorneys
Corporate LiveWire Global Awards Winner
2016
Nation’s Top 1%
National Association of Distinguished Counsel

Professional Associations & Memberships

Kansas City Metropolitan Bar Association
Member
The Missouri Bar
Member
Missouri Association of Trial Attorneys
Member
The Association of Trial Lawyers of America
Member
Best Attorneys of America
Lifetime Charter Member
American Society of Legal Advocates
Member
American Institute of Plaintiff Attorneys
Member
National Association of Distinguished Attorneys
Member
Kansas Bar
Member
Kansas Association of Justice
Sustaining Member
American Bar Association
Member
National Association of Trial Lawyers
Member
National Crime Victim Bar Association
Member

Education & Bar Admissions

JD

University of Missouri–Kansas City School of Law

Juris Doctorate – 1992

BS

Boston College

B.S. Political Science and Economics – 1989

MO

Missouri State Bar

Admitted 1992

KS

Kansas State Bar

Admitted 1993

US

U.S. District Courts

Western District of Missouri & District of Kansas

10

U.S. Court of Appeals

10th Circuit – 1997

Civic Involvement

UMKC

University of Missouri - Kansas City Law Foundation

Board Member