Kansas City, Missouri DWI Defense Attorney, J. Matthew Guilfoil

Kansas City, Missouri DWI Defense Attorney, J. Matthew Guilfoil is a partner in the law firm of the Guilfoil Law Group, L.L.C., in Kansas City, Missouri, and is admitted to the Missouri Bar. He attended DePaul University (B.A.) and the University of Missouri at Kansas City (J.D.). He has completed the International Association of Chiefs of Police (IACP) / National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) approved 20-hour course in the administration of standardized field sobriety tests (SFST), and is one of a very few DUI defense attorneys in the State of Missouri certified as a IACP / NHTSA Standardized Field Sobriety Testing Instructor. Mr. Guilfoil has completed the 24-hour Drug Evaluation and Classification Overview Course, which forms the basis of the IACP / NHTSA Drug Recognition Expert Program. He has attended numerous breath testing seminars including the BAC Datamaster training course in Chicago, IL, and several courses on the Intoxilyzer 5000 (these are the same machines the police use after a DUI arrest). He attended the summer 2003 summer session of The National College for DUI Defense (NCDD).

Membership

• National College for DUI Defense;
• The American Association of DUI Trial Lawyers;
• Missouri Association of Criminal Defense Lawyers;
• National Association of Criminal Defense Lawyers;

Why should you hire me?

"You should hire our office to represent you in your Missouri DWI case because of our specialized DWI training. I am one of only three National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (N.H.T.S.A.)-Certified Standardized Field Sobriety Testing Instructor defense attorneys in the State of Missouri. I also have extensive training on both the BAC Datamaster and the Intoxilyzer 5000, the two main breath testing machines used in Missouri. Our thorough investigation of the facts of your case comes from an educated point of view. We possess expert knowledge of all of the potential types of defenses that might be raised, if appropriate, in your case. The Guilfoil Law Group, L.L.C. maintains strong relationships with expert witnesses and National DWI-related groups that may be tapped as resources, as needed, in your case. In short, we offer a complete package of customer service and subject-matter expertise and are dedicated to protecting your rights. Call us today toll free at 1.800.DWI.LAWS to discuss your options."

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Missouri Court Information and Locations

Kansas City DWI Attorney J. Matthew Guilfoil is admitted to practice before both Missouri State and the Federal Courts and is a member of the Missouri Bar.

Matthew Guilfoil most frequently practices law in the following counties: Cass, Clay, Jackson, Platte and Ray in the state of Missouri.

Judicial Branch, Links to Missouri State Judicial and Legal system:

 Supreme Court of Missouri - The Supreme Court is the state's highest court. The Supreme Court, by the state Constitution, supervises courts in Missouri.
 Missouri Court of Appeals The Court of Appeals is the intermediate appellate court. It handles appeals from the circuit courts.
 Circuit Courts of Missouri - Missouri circuit courts are courts of original civil and criminal jurisdiction. That is, cases usually begin in the circuit court, which is where trials may occur.
 The Missouri Department of Revenue serves as the central collection agency for all state revenues. The department's primary duties include collecting taxes, titling and registering motor vehicles, and issuing driver licenses.

Missouri Arrest and Release

If someone you care about has been arrested, visit Missouri Department of Corrections website for detailed inmate and prison information.

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Other Missouri Resources

There are a variety of special problems that arise following a drunk driving, DUI, or DWI arrest. It may be necessary to use a bail bondsman to help a friend or loved one gain release from custody. Renting a car may be difficult (although we know of several companies that will do so), as is getting car insurance. There may be a requirement to attend special alcohol programs, or AA meetings.

For a free consultation, contact Kansas City, Missouri DWI Defense Attorney, J. Matthew Guilfoil by dialing 1.800.DWI.LAWS.