Carter & Putnam, LLC is a Lee’s Summit law firm serving personal injury and criminal defense clients across Missouri and Kansas. Since 1995, the firm has represented individuals and families in accident claims, wrongful death cases, criminal charges, and disputes with insurance companies.
From our Lee’s Summit office, we help clients with motor vehicle accidents, medical malpractice, nursing home abuse, slip-and-falls, DWI/DUI, traffic matters, and other serious legal challenges. Let us deal with the insurers, prosecutors, and other hassles while you focus on moving forward.
Carter & Putnam provides experienced legal representation across a wide range of personal injury and criminal defense matters.
A drunk driving arrest or criminal charge can carry heavy penalties and change the course of your life. Tamara Putnam has a reputation as “the fighter lawyer” for her tenacious defense of the accused. She is a former prosecutor who brings more than 25 years of courtroom experience to clients across Missouri and Kansas.
From DWI and traffic violations to serious felony allegations, she will fight for you. Tamara has helped many clients reduce or resolve the consequences they face, and she is prepared to defend you at trial when necessary.
We want to take on your burdens and give you hope. As experienced trial attorneys, we handle every case from start to finish. Tamara Putnam is equipped to negotiate with insurance adjusters or prosecutors for a favorable resolution, or to stand up for you in court.
Start by arranging a consultation. Call our Lee’s Summit office at 816-246-8881 to tell us about your situation in Missouri or Kansas.
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