Scott Hofer is a defense trial lawyer based in Kansas City, Missouri. He is licensed in Missouri, Kansas, Illinois and Oklahoma and practices throughout the Midwest. He has a wealth of experience in the areas of insurance, professional liability, sports, and appellate practice. His practice is focused on carrier-side insurance coverage (all lines) and the defense and trial of bad faith insurance claims.
Scott is committed to providing not only high-quality representation, but also high-quality service. This dedication has earned him recognition as a Client Service All-Star by BTI Consulting Group, an accolade reserved for attorneys who excel in delivering unparalleled client service. Clients appreciate his individualized attention:
"Scott foresees the problems and alerts us; he's very proactive and strategic in his thinking and approach. He treats us like we are his only client."
Scott has been recognized by Chambers USA in the area of insurance, has been rated AV Preeminent by Martindale-Hubbell for more than 25 years, and has received the peer-review rated Super Lawyers designation in Missouri and Kansas every year since its inception in 2005.
Scott is a member of several distinguished, invitation-only organizations, including the American College of Coverage Counsel, American Board of Trial Advocates, International Academy of Trial Lawyers, International Society of Barristers, Federation of Defense and Corporate Counsel, and other organizations formed to preserve the right to trial by jury and elevate the standards of advocacy, civility, and professionalism in the practice of law.