John J. Gates

John J. Gates

Construction Law Litigation - Construction Litigation - Insurance
Recognized Since Recognized in Best Lawyers since 2021

About John

John handles a wide variety of legal issues ranging from disputes between business owners to personal injury lawsuits to non-compete allegations to defective construction claims to interpreting insurance policies. It is his broad practice that enables him to see all sides of a client’s problems and help develop effective solutions.

He has litigated a number of high-exposure wrongful death and personal injury claims from workplace accidents, product defects, trucking accidents, and insufficient security, but he also handles cases with less severe injuries in the areas of premises liability, automobile accidents, and property damage. Aside from his business and personal injury practice, John handles insurance claims, defective construction, and non-compete matters.

With regard to insurance claims, he performs coverage analysis and litigates bad faith claims, declaratory judgment actions, subrogation claims, and equitable garnishments. John’s defective construction cases involve the design, materials, and construction in residential and commercial projects.

John has tried several high-exposure jury trials in Missouri and Kansas, including two of the largest defense verdicts in Missouri in the last fifteen years. He has also obtained dismissals in large-loss personal injury and commercial litigation cases.

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Maria Rodriguez

Jan 07, 2026

Excellent Legal Counsel and Communication

John handled my defective construction case with incredible diligence and attention to detail. He was always available to discuss the progress, and his communication was clear and concise. He secured...

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David Lee

Jan 07, 2026

Strong Advocate for Defending Against Insurance Claims

John represented me in a bad faith insurance claim, and he was a formidable opponent. His expertise in insurance law was evident, and he skillfully navigated the complex legal process. He fought for m...

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Emily Carter

Jan 07, 2026

Exceptional Service – A True Legal Professional

I needed help with a non-compete agreement, and John was incredibly helpful. He thoroughly reviewed the agreement, explained the legal implications, and advised me on the best course of action. He’s a...

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Robert Thompson

Jan 07, 2026

Great Representation in a Difficult Personal Injury Case

John and his team took over my personal injury case after a car accident, and they were fantastic. They handled all the insurance negotiations effectively and were always available to answer my questi...

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Sarah Miller

Jan 07, 2026

John Gates is a Master Strategist – Highly Recommended!

I hired John to handle a complex construction defect case, and I was incredibly impressed with his knowledge and strategic thinking. He clearly explained everything, fought tirelessly for my rights, a...