Griffin, Dietrich & Elliott, LLC

Griffin, Dietrich & Elliott, LLC has an opening for a legal secretary in our Liberty, MO office. This is a part-time position with the opportunity to work a flexible schedule (approx. 20-25 hours/week). This position will include general secretarial and administrative support, client interaction, document production, scheduling, time entry and other litigation support. Ideal candidate must be able to produce documents with attention to detail and demonstrate good judgment and initiative. Candidate must be a self-starter with a demonstrated ability to diligently follow through with all assignments. Solid organizational and time management skills are necessary. Forward your resume to 416 N. Walnut, Cameron, MO 64429

Results Trucking Collision Settlement: Our client, a 59 year old man was rear ended by a tractor-trailer at an intersection on U.S. Highway 36 in Cameron, Missouri. The driver of the tractor-trailer drove too fast for conditions and failed to stop for a red light, causing a high impact collision. Our client suffered a femur fracture, concussion and facial wounds. We negotiated a settlement for the policy limits of $1,000,000.... Trucking Accident Settlement: Troy Dietrich at Griffin, Dietrich & Elliott, LLC settled the claims of a husband and wife who were injured in a collision on U.S. Highway 36 in Cameron, Missouri. Our clients’ vehicle was rear ended at a stop light by an 18 wheel tractor-trailer that was driving too fast for conditions. After making a demand on the insurer for the transport company, we were able to reach a settlement without filing suit. Automobile Collision: Our client, a 35 year old man, was stopped in a construction zone when his vehicle was struck from behind by a car driving too fast for the conditions. He experienced whiplash injuries to his neck and back, shoulder pain and muscle spasms, causing him to incur medical bills and lost wages. The case settled for $125,000.00. Violations of the Missouri Merchandising Practices Act: Our client entered into a contract with a Kansas City company for foundation work to fix water leaks in his basement. After the repairs were made, our client experienced wall movement and water leaks that were not resolved. Plaintiff claimed defendant violated the Missouri Merchandising Practices Act by failing to honor its lifetime warranties over its products and services. After the trial court entered a judgment in our client’s favor, the case was settled for $47,500.00, while an appeal was pending. Successful Zoning Appeal: In May of 2012, Troy Dietrich successfully handled the appeal of a zoning decision of the Clinton County Commission in Mike Dingle vs. Clinton County Commission, et al. The Clinton County Planning & Zoning Commission had granted Defendant property owner a special use permit to operate a wedding reception facility in an agricultural zoning district in rural Clinton County. Our client challenged the Commission’s decision on the grounds that the Commission failed to follow the rules and requirements of its Zoning Order. The court agreed and found that the special use permit was not supported by substantial and competent evidence and was not authorized by law. Successful Appellate Court Decisions: Cleary Building Corp. v. Jerry Singleton, et al., 298 S.W.3d 929 (Mo. App. W.D. 2009) Kurt Thompson, Successor Trustee v. Shaina Crowley, et al., 396 S.W.3d 429 (Mo. App. W.D. 2013)