About VNJ Law

To Us, It’s Personal

Our clients are more than cases. We know when a client comes to us, it’s because something terrible has occurred. You have questions and the stress is mounting. What sets us apart is the combination of experience, reputation, hard work and personal attention. By handling significant personal injury and wrongful death cases for decades, we have been through the process and we have won. When you work with us, you can know you have an attorney on your side who is focused on you, who will communicate with you and who has the knowledge and resources to right your wrong.

For help with your case, or for a free consultation and case evaluation, call (816) 895-8800 or send us a message online.

Our Promise

At Votava, Nantz & Johnson, LLC you can be assured you are working with experienced and top-rated lawyers that know how to help you recover from your loss.

We Work and Win for You

We are proud of the difference we have made in the lives of our clients. Our jury verdicts and settlements have been recognized throughout the States of Missouri and Kansas. However, we are most proud of our ability to help our clients overcome a life-altering event, obtain justice for themselves or a loved one and return to their lives as completely as possible.

$13.8 million jury verdict – truck accident
$12.85 million settlement – medical malpractice
$9 million settlement – worksite wrongful death
$7.4 million jury verdict – medical malpractice

$3 million jury verdict – wrongful death
$2.5 million settlement – worksite wrongful death
$2.5 million judgment – auto accident
$2 million settlement – premises liability

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No Recovery, No Fee

If we do not recover for you, you owe us nothing.

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Meet our Team

Brett Votava

Partner

Brett Votava is passionate about life and the impact that an injury or death can have on a family. He is honored to help clients work through the most serious problems they have ever faced and wants to build a relationship with his clients founded on trust and the pursuit of justice. Ultimately, Brett works for you and aims to help his clients by being a friend who will listen to their problem and find a solution.

MEET BRETT

Andrew Nantz

Partner

Andrew Nantz is experienced in a broad range of litigation, including auto/truck accidents, wrongful death, general negligence, pharmacy negligence, medical negligence, legal malpractice, insurance disputes, and business-to-business disputes. Andrew has been voted a “Super Lawyer” and “Best of the Bar” by his peers every year for more than a decade.

MEET ANDREW

Todd Johnson

Partner

Todd Johnson has a broad civil trial practice in the areas of personal injury, wrongful death, and employment and civil rights litigation. He has been named a Top 50 Lawyer in Kansas City and a Top 100 Lawyer in both Kansas and Missouri.

MEET TODD

Rick Schleipman

Attorney

Rick Schleipman understands that every case is unique and requires an individualized approach. He combines creative problem solving and analysis to ensure each case is in the best possible position for success. Rick takes great pride in helping to make people whole after injury or loss and is proud of his reputation of being hardworking and sincere.

MEET RICK

Brice Barnard

Attorney

Brice Barnard thrives in the courtroom. His trial experience and passion for civil litigation motivate him to ensure each client has their day in court. Brice feels that building a case and telling a story the right way reaps rewards for the client. He is honored and privileged to represent people and families who trust him to navigate the complex legal system and produce the best possible result.

MEET BRICE

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