Kansas City Personal Injury Attorney | Trial Lawyer | Advocate for the Seriously Injured

For more than three decades, Jason Pottenger has dedicated his legal career to helping injured individuals and families navigate some of the most difficult moments of their lives. As founder of The Pottenger Law Firm, Jason represents victims of car accidents, truck crashes, workplace injuries, construction accidents, catastrophic injuries, wrongful death claims, and other serious personal injury matters throughout Missouri and Kansas.

Known for his hands-on approach and relentless advocacy, Jason believes every client deserves direct access to their attorney, honest communication, and a legal team willing to fight for the full compensation they deserve. His practice is built on a simple principle: when negligence changes a person’s life, accountability matters.

Jason earned his Bachelor of Arts in History from the University of Missouri and his Juris Doctor from the University of Tulsa College of Law. He has been licensed to practice law in Missouri since 1992 and Kansas since 1993.

Throughout his career, Jason has earned recognition from both his peers and professional organizations for his commitment to injured clients and excellence in trial advocacy. His honors include selection to the National Trial Lawyers Top 100, membership in the Million Dollar Advocates Forum and Multi-Million Dollar Advocates Forum, multiple selections as a Kansas City Business Journal “Best of the Bar” attorney, and recognition as a Missouri and Kansas Super Lawyer.

Beyond representing clients, Jason has contributed to the legal profession through teaching, writing, and leadership. He has served on the Board of Governors for the Missouri Association of Trial Attorneys, presented educational programs for fellow attorneys, and authored legal publications focused on personal injury and premises liability litigation.

Jason’s professional peers have also recognized him with an AV Preeminent® rating, one of the highest distinctions awarded for legal ability and ethical standards.

Today, Jason continues to focus his practice on helping accident victims and their families pursue justice against insurance companies, corporations, and negligent parties. Whether handling a complex truck accident case, a workers’ compensation claim, or a catastrophic injury lawsuit, his mission remains the same: helping clients move forward with confidence and dignity.

Professional Associations & Recognition

• National Trial Lawyers Top 100
• Million Dollar Advocates Forum Member
• Multi-Million Dollar Advocates Forum Member
• Missouri Association of Trial Attorneys, Board of Governors Member
• Kansas City Metropolitan Bar Association Member
• Kansas Trial Lawyers Association Member
• AV Preeminent® Rated Attorney
• Kansas City Business Journal Best of the Bar Honoree
• Missouri & Kansas Super Lawyer Recognition

Cases and Topics Jason Pottenger Frequently Handles

Kansas City Car Accident Lawyer

Missouri Truck Accident Litigation

Workers’ Compensation Claims

Construction Site Injuries

Catastrophic Injury Cases

Wrongful Death Lawsuits

Premises Liability Claims

Insurance Bad Faith Disputes