About
Kristi Burmeister is a lawyer based in Kansas City, Missouri, with a passion for solving problems and thinking outside the box. With a background in handling a wide range of civil lawsuits, she aims to provide practical and strategic legal advice to her clients. Kristi Burmeister is a lawyer based in Kansas City, Missouri, who founded PEAK with the goal of revolutionizing the practice of law. Her passion for solving problems and thinking outside the box led her to pursue a career in law. Graduating from UMKC law school with highest honors, Kristi was hired by Shook, Hardy & Bacon LLP in 2007 and was promoted to Partner seven years later. During her time at Shook, Kristi worked as national counsel for a Fortune 100 company, handling a variety of cases and gaining valuable trial experience. She worked on a flat-fee model, allowing her to focus on providing value to her clients while litigating across the country. Kristi\s dedication to her clients and strategic approach to legal issues earned her the opportunity to first-chair a jury trial early in her career. With eleven years of experience in practicing law, Kristi has worked on a wide range of civil lawsuits, from slip-and-fall cases to multi-million-dollar contract disputes. She believes that clients are best served by a lawyer who thinks strategically and practically, ensuring that legal fees are reasonable and there is alignment between the client and attorney. At PEAK, Kristi aims to continue providing practical and strategic legal advice to her clients, focusing on delivering value and achieving successful outcomes. If you are in need of legal advice or have a problem to solve, Kristi Burmeister is ready to help you navigate the legal landscape with her expertise and dedication.
Legal Issues
- Business Law
- Business Contracts, Business Dissolution, Business Finance, Business Formation, Business Litigation, Franchising, Mergers & Acquisitions, Partnership & Shareholder Disputes
- Products Liability
- Drugs & Medical Devices, Motor Vehicle Defects, Toxic Torts
- Insurance Defense
Certificates
International Association of Defense Counsel Trial Academy Graduate, at Stanford University
International Association of Defense Counsel
Languages
- English: Spoken, Written
Accepted Jurisdictions
Experience
- Partner
Shook, Hardy & Bacon LLP
2007
Education
Graduation year: 2004
Associations
Current
2018 - Current
2012 - 2017
Costs
- Free Consultancy Service
- Payment With Credit Card
- Conditional Fees