Rick Dale Holtsclaw, ADR Attorney in Kansas City, Missouri
Over 41 years of legal practice · focused on ADR, Litigation, and Personal Injury · 5.0/5 rating from 1 verified client review
MemberatHoltsclaw Firm
Kansas City, MO
Practicing adr in Kansas City since 1985.
- 41+
- Years practicing
- 5.0 ★
- 1 client review
- 7
- Bar admissions
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Rick Dale Holtsclaw is a member based in Kansas City, MO. The practice focuses on ADR, Litigation, and Personal Injury. Rick has over 41 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Holtsclaw Firm. Rated 5.0 out of 5 from 1 client review.
- Based in
- Kansas City, MO
- Experience
- over 41 years
- Known for
- ADR · Litigation · Personal Injury
- Handles ADR, Litigation, and Personal Injury matters from Kansas City, MO.
- Over 41 years of practice as a licensed attorney.
- Recognized with AV Preeminent.
About Rick Dale Holtsclaw: Rick Dale Holtsclaw is a member based in Kansas City, MO. The practice focuses on ADR, Litigation, and Personal Injury. Rick has over 41 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Holtsclaw Firm. Rated 5.0 out of 5 from 1 client review.
Areas of practice
Legal matters Rick takes on
Rick concentrates on adr, litigation, and personal injury. Each area below outlines the kind of case Rick handles, typical outcomes to expect, and how the intake process starts.
ADR
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Litigation
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Personal Injury
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ADR cases in Kansas City, Missouri
Rick takes adr 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 Rick agrees to represent you.
Litigation cases in Kansas City, Missouri
Rick takes litigation 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 Rick agrees to represent you.
Personal Injury cases in Kansas City, Missouri
Rick 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 Rick agrees to represent you.
Biography
Meet Rick Dale Holtsclaw — adr lawyer in Kansas City
Rick Dale Holtsclaw is a member based in Kansas City, MO. The practice focuses on ADR, Litigation, and Personal Injury. Rick has over 41 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Holtsclaw Firm. Rated 5.0 out of 5 from 1 client review.
Rick Dale Holtsclaw is a lawyer practicing alternative dispute resolution, general civil practice, litigation (general civil practice) and 1 other area of law. Rick received a B.S.B.A. degree from University of Missouri in 1982, and has been licensed for 41 years. Rick practices at Holtsclaw Firm in Kansas City, MO.
How Rick handles adr matters
Rick Dale Holtsclaw is a lawyer practicing alternative dispute resolution, general civil practice, litigation (general civil practice) and 1 other area of law. Rick received a B.S.B.A. degree from University of Missouri in 1982, and has been licensed for 41 years. Rick practices at Holtsclaw Firm in Kansas City, MO.
Who Rick represents
Rick reviews new inquiries case-by-case for adr, litigation, and personal injury matters in Kansas City and the surrounding Missouri area.
Credentials
Education, bar admissions, and languages
University of Missouri
J.D. · 1985
University of Missouri
B.S.B.A. · 1982
Jurisdictions
Rick's state bar admissions
Colorado
2013 · ACTIVE
Iowa
2012 · ACTIVE
Nebraska
2012 · ACTIVE
Kansas
2008 · ACTIVE
Minnesota
1995 · ACTIVE
Missouri
1985 · ACTIVE
U.S. District Court,
1985 · ACTIVE
Rick studied at J.D. in University of Missouri and B.S.B.A. in University of Missouri.
Law school and academic background
Rick completed J.D. in University of Missouri and B.S.B.A. in University of Missouri. Formal legal training is one signal of substantive knowledge — the day-to-day practice Rick runs in Missouri is where that training gets applied to real client questions.
Recognition
Recognition and thought leadership
Rick has received 1 formal recognition from bar associations, industry bodies, and peer-review services.
AV Preeminent
Legal awards and honors
AV Preeminent.
Affiliations
Rick's professional memberships and bar associations
Kansas City Metropolitan Bar Association The Missouri Bar Missouri Association of Trial Attorneys The Association of Trial Lawyers of America
membership
Locations
Rick Dale Holtsclaw's office in Kansas City
Rick's primary office is at 2029 Wyandotte, Ste. 100, Kansas City, MO, 64108. In-person meetings are by appointment; a phone intake usually comes first.
Client feedback
Client reviews of Rick Dale Holtsclaw — 5.0/5 rating from 1 verified client review
Every review below is from a verified client of Rick. Reviews cover communication, case outcome, and value — the three signals that matter most when comparing adr attorneys in Kansas City.
5.0
1 client review
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How to hire Rick Dale Holtsclaw — what to expect in your first consultation
Working with a new adr attorney should feel structured. Here's how the first two conversations with Rick usually go, from the moment you request a consult to the day representation begins.
Consultation formats and pricing
Rick charges for the initial consult. That fee is credited toward representation if you retain Rick'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; Rick will tell you what matters and what doesn't.
Questions to ask a adr attorney in Kansas City, Missouri
A short list to run through before you commit: How many adr 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 Rick
Rick discusses fees during intake so the arrangement fits the matter. Contingency, hourly, and flat-fee options are all common in adr practice — ask which fits.
Hourly rates, contingency fees, and flat-fee options
Every adr 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. Rick confirms the model in the engagement letter before any work starts.
Payment methods and payment plans
Rick's office accepts standard payment methods. Ask about payment plans if the retainer is a stretch — many adr practices work with clients on structured schedules.
Frequently asked
Frequently asked questions about Rick Dale Holtsclaw
How much does it cost to hire Rick for a adr case?
Cost depends on the type of matter, the fee model (contingency, flat, hourly), and how contested the case becomes. Rick walks through the likely range during the consult so there are no surprises.
Does Rick offer a free consultation?
Rick charges for the initial consult; that fee is credited toward representation if you retain Rick's office. Some adr attorneys offer free consults — check Rick's current terms during booking.
How long do adr cases in Missouri typically take?
Simple adr 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. Rick gives a realistic estimate for your facts at the consult — vague answers here are a red flag.
Can Rick take my case if I'm outside Kansas City?
Rick 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 — Rick 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 Rick?
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. Rick will filter what matters — over-preparing at intake is always cheaper than needing a second meeting.
Is Rick accepting new adr clients right now?
Rick'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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