Eric Arthur Sokol

Eric Arthur Sokol

Google Rating

4.8(22 reviews)

  • 709 East 16th Street Kearney, MO 64060
  • +1-816-533-5699
  • No email available

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Consumer/Bankruptcy, Family Law, Criminal Law, Personal Injury Law, Civil Rights Law

About:

Eric was born in Saint Joseph, MO. His father, Ronald M. Sokol, was a St. Joe attorney for decades who successfully argued a U.S. Supreme Court case while in his twenties (Wilwording v. Swenson). At six, Eric moved to the Parkville area of Kansas City and later graduated Park Hill High School as one of multiple valedictorians. Eric graduated with an associate degree in paralegal studies from Drury University in 2015. He then worked for years as a paralegal for Springfield-area law firms offering services including personal injury plaintiff representation, family law, criminal defense, traffic citations, bankruptcy, worker’s compensation, business entity formation, contract formation, discrimination, and more. Eric accepted a full academic scholarship to California Western School of Law in 2018, which he maintained throughout his studies. He graduated with honors, received three first-in-class excellence awards, and was subsequently published in a peer-reviewed law journal based out of the oldest law school in California. Eric’s article on trends in international corporate bankruptcy (insolvency) law, The Fate of Global Insolvency: Neo-Conservatism and New Horizons, was published in the January 2021 edition of the Hastings International and Comparative Law Review. Eric became a member of the Texas Bar in 2021, and the Missouri Bar in 2022. He now owns and operates solo general practice law firm catering mainly to the Clay, Platte, and Jackson County areas of Kansas City. His practice focuses primarily on bankruptcy, family law, and criminal defense. Mr. Sokol offers free consultations and is open to clients in other practice areas, as well as bankruptcy and federal court cases in Kansas, cross-border issues, and some Texas bankruptcies.

Practice Area

Consumer/Bankruptcy

Addresses coerced debt, credit damage, and identity theft through disputes, freezes, bankruptcies, and orders preventing further financial exploitation or unauthorized accounts.

Family Law

Handles divorce, custody, parenting time, and support with DV-informed safety planning, temporary orders, safe exchanges, discovery protections, and long-term financial stability.

Criminal Law

Guides reporting, evidence, bail conditions, no-contact orders, prosecutions or defenses, and record sealing, centering survivor safety and informed participation across the criminal process.

Personal Injury Law

Seeks compensation for assault-related injuries, trauma costs, lost wages, and property damage, coordinating with protection orders, insurance claims, and victim compensation programs.

Civil Rights Law

Challenges discrimination or biased policing that compounds abuse, securing accommodations, fair services, and remedies when survivors face barriers based on identity or status.

Languages

English, German, Spanish

Fees

Free Consultation

Education

J.D.
California Western School of Law
2020

Associations

Member
State Bar of Texas
- Present
Member
The Missouri Bar
- Present

Reviews


RATED 5.0

Jul 10, 2025Googlevia Google

Elizabeth Smith

"Extremely professional and kind. Thank you for your time and dedication. I would recommend Eric to anyone looking for a great lawyer who is responsive and knowledgeable."

RATED 5.0

Jun 10, 2025Googlevia Google

Austin

"Eric is the best of the best. He is quick on his feet, pragmatic, and operates his business with immense integrity. It’s impossible to find a better attorney. This area is extremely fortunate to have this kind of talent. You won’t regret hiring him."

RATED 5.0

Jan 10, 2025Googlevia Google

Tim McKinney

"Amazing communication and outcome. I highly recommend"

RATED 5.0

Dec 10, 2024Googlevia Google

Lyle Pedlar

"Very professional, very detailed and very personal."

RATED 5.0

Nov 10, 2024Googlevia Google

Candace Foster

"I want to say there was nothing scarier than going through my divorce until having Eric at my side. Truly the most honest ,caring and easy to talk of not only as a lawyer but just as another person. Very professional yet genuinely looked out for my child and I’s well being and future and fought hard for us . I never leave reviews but as a person who spent countless hours researching reviews online trying to find a lawyer once my divorce started I will tell you I made the best choice ever when finding Eric and his staff. To anyone reading this just know you will be in the best hands of someone who will fight for your best interest and care about your family. 5 stars HANDS DOWN"