team-member

William Cownie

Lees Summit, MO

Licensed for 39 years

Law Degree

Awards

Primary Practice Area

Divorce and separation

Language

English

About

I am a graduate of the UMKC School of Law (working as a law clerk while in school), and I graduated in the top 10% of my class in 1982.I am the father of three grown daughters and five grandchildren. I coached my daughters softball teams when they were teenagers and they had many successes. I am an avid fan of running, and other forms of fitness which I usually do some activity every day.  

Practices Areas

Estate Planning

Personal Injury

Divorce and separation

DUI and DWI

Language

English

Contact

Earnshaw & Cownie Law Firm PC1328 NE Windsor DrLees Summit, MO, 640861328 NE Windsor DrLees Summit, MO, 64086

Office: N/A

Website: N/A

Reviews

Sherman
October 21, 2018

We have used Bill Cownie for our family attorney for many years and have found him to give excellent service at a reasonable fee.

Amy
May 9, 2017

I hired Bill for my divorce. During the consult, he told me, "if there is any chance to save your marriage, that is the better option." When he said this, I knew I was going to hire him. Bill is professional, kind and honest. My divorce went on for 2 very long years. Bill always kept me updated and responded to my questions quickly. Not once did I have to wonder what was going on with my case. I have hired him on to other issues and will use him again. I highly recommend him!

Becky
June 27, 2016

Bill Cownie is a master of his Art! Bill and his staff have responded to my legal needs with honesty, integrity and respect. Bill has always provided a high level of service in order to ensure the greatest success and outcome for my case. He has fought to protect my rights, regardless of what he was up against. With a genuine concern for me and my family, Bill has proven time and time that he is an Attorney that thinks outside of the box and gets results! I have been a client of Bill’s for over 9 years. Thank you Bill for the piece of mind you provide!

Kerry
June 23, 2016

I have hired William Cownie for several different legal issues. He has always been fast and friendly and easy to work with. He has always gone above and beyond and I would recommend him to any body who has traffic or Bankruptcy needs to address.

Yvette
June 21, 2016

I appreciate Bill's ability to get to the heart of a matter without fluff and nonsense. He understands the law and our legal system, and knows how to get the job done. I have consulted and/or worked with Bill on several cases, and have always come away with a better understanding of the issues and probability of success. Bill is a lawyer's lawyer.

Barry
May 26, 2016

I hired Mr. Cownie over the phone in 2013 to represent me in a lawsuit. Since I was disabled he was kind enough to take payment over the phone and go to court to represent me without me even having to be there. I never even had to visit his office which was great since it was hard for me to get around. His fees were very reasonable. He won my lawsuit which I was and still am extremely grateful. To be honest I've never had a high opinion of lawyers but Mr. Cownie changed my view, he really is fantastic.

david
May 26, 2016

From the time Kim and I meet with bill he was straight forward got straight to the point with our debt issue. He went to battle for us. Did not even step foot in a courtroom awesome legal help thanks bill. Kim and David.

DeWyane
April 5, 2016

I hired Mr. Cownie to attain Guardianship and Conservatorship over my mother. It was a long process but Mr. Cownie kept me in the loop at all times, and I was appointed. He is now used to assist in the yearly filing and maintenance. Very happy with the services I receive and I highly recommend him and his staff!

Shane
April 4, 2016

I have known and used Bill for over a decade now. Everything from traffic to criminal. He has always provided the most sound advice for whatever the case was. Above everything I never felt blown off or ignored. I knew he had my best interest at heart.

Sherry
April 4, 2016

Mr.Cownie has been wonderful. I am going threw a very difficult divorce. His office has been working with me for over 2 years. He has a great office staff. When we finally had our first court appearance he blew me away. He is very knowledgeable and professional lawyer. I would most definitely recommend him to my family and friends.

Sherman
October 21, 2018

We have used Bill Cownie for our family attorney for many years and have found him to give excellent service at a reasonable fee.

Amy
May 9, 2017

I hired Bill for my divorce. During the consult, he told me, "if there is any chance to save your marriage, that is the better option." When he said this, I knew I was going to hire him. Bill is professional, kind and honest. My divorce went on for 2 very long years. Bill always kept me updated and responded to my questions quickly. Not once did I have to wonder what was going on with my case. I have hired him on to other issues and will use him again. I highly recommend him!

Becky
June 27, 2016

Bill Cownie is a master of his Art! Bill and his staff have responded to my legal needs with honesty, integrity and respect. Bill has always provided a high level of service in order to ensure the greatest success and outcome for my case. He has fought to protect my rights, regardless of what he was up against. With a genuine concern for me and my family, Bill has proven time and time that he is an Attorney that thinks outside of the box and gets results! I have been a client of Bill’s for over 9 years. Thank you Bill for the piece of mind you provide!

Kerry
June 23, 2016

I have hired William Cownie for several different legal issues. He has always been fast and friendly and easy to work with. He has always gone above and beyond and I would recommend him to any body who has traffic or Bankruptcy needs to address.

Yvette
June 21, 2016

I appreciate Bill's ability to get to the heart of a matter without fluff and nonsense. He understands the law and our legal system, and knows how to get the job done. I have consulted and/or worked with Bill on several cases, and have always come away with a better understanding of the issues and probability of success. Bill is a lawyer's lawyer.

Barry
May 26, 2016

I hired Mr. Cownie over the phone in 2013 to represent me in a lawsuit. Since I was disabled he was kind enough to take payment over the phone and go to court to represent me without me even having to be there. I never even had to visit his office which was great since it was hard for me to get around. His fees were very reasonable. He won my lawsuit which I was and still am extremely grateful. To be honest I've never had a high opinion of lawyers but Mr. Cownie changed my view, he really is fantastic.

david
May 26, 2016

From the time Kim and I meet with bill he was straight forward got straight to the point with our debt issue. He went to battle for us. Did not even step foot in a courtroom awesome legal help thanks bill. Kim and David.

DeWyane
April 5, 2016

I hired Mr. Cownie to attain Guardianship and Conservatorship over my mother. It was a long process but Mr. Cownie kept me in the loop at all times, and I was appointed. He is now used to assist in the yearly filing and maintenance. Very happy with the services I receive and I highly recommend him and his staff!

Shane
April 4, 2016

I have known and used Bill for over a decade now. Everything from traffic to criminal. He has always provided the most sound advice for whatever the case was. Above everything I never felt blown off or ignored. I knew he had my best interest at heart.

Sherry
April 4, 2016

Mr.Cownie has been wonderful. I am going threw a very difficult divorce. His office has been working with me for over 2 years. He has a great office staff. When we finally had our first court appearance he blew me away. He is very knowledgeable and professional lawyer. I would most definitely recommend him to my family and friends.

Sherman
October 21, 2018

We have used Bill Cownie for our family attorney for many years and have found him to give excellent service at a reasonable fee.

Amy
May 9, 2017

I hired Bill for my divorce. During the consult, he told me, "if there is any chance to save your marriage, that is the better option." When he said this, I knew I was going to hire him. Bill is professional, kind and honest. My divorce went on for 2 very long years. Bill always kept me updated and responded to my questions quickly. Not once did I have to wonder what was going on with my case. I have hired him on to other issues and will use him again. I highly recommend him!

Becky
June 27, 2016

Bill Cownie is a master of his Art! Bill and his staff have responded to my legal needs with honesty, integrity and respect. Bill has always provided a high level of service in order to ensure the greatest success and outcome for my case. He has fought to protect my rights, regardless of what he was up against. With a genuine concern for me and my family, Bill has proven time and time that he is an Attorney that thinks outside of the box and gets results! I have been a client of Bill’s for over 9 years. Thank you Bill for the piece of mind you provide!

Kerry
June 23, 2016

I have hired William Cownie for several different legal issues. He has always been fast and friendly and easy to work with. He has always gone above and beyond and I would recommend him to any body who has traffic or Bankruptcy needs to address.

Yvette
June 21, 2016

I appreciate Bill's ability to get to the heart of a matter without fluff and nonsense. He understands the law and our legal system, and knows how to get the job done. I have consulted and/or worked with Bill on several cases, and have always come away with a better understanding of the issues and probability of success. Bill is a lawyer's lawyer.

Barry
May 26, 2016

I hired Mr. Cownie over the phone in 2013 to represent me in a lawsuit. Since I was disabled he was kind enough to take payment over the phone and go to court to represent me without me even having to be there. I never even had to visit his office which was great since it was hard for me to get around. His fees were very reasonable. He won my lawsuit which I was and still am extremely grateful. To be honest I've never had a high opinion of lawyers but Mr. Cownie changed my view, he really is fantastic.

david
May 26, 2016

From the time Kim and I meet with bill he was straight forward got straight to the point with our debt issue. He went to battle for us. Did not even step foot in a courtroom awesome legal help thanks bill. Kim and David.

DeWyane
April 5, 2016

I hired Mr. Cownie to attain Guardianship and Conservatorship over my mother. It was a long process but Mr. Cownie kept me in the loop at all times, and I was appointed. He is now used to assist in the yearly filing and maintenance. Very happy with the services I receive and I highly recommend him and his staff!

Shane
April 4, 2016

I have known and used Bill for over a decade now. Everything from traffic to criminal. He has always provided the most sound advice for whatever the case was. Above everything I never felt blown off or ignored. I knew he had my best interest at heart.

Sherry
April 4, 2016

Mr.Cownie has been wonderful. I am going threw a very difficult divorce. His office has been working with me for over 2 years. He has a great office staff. When we finally had our first court appearance he blew me away. He is very knowledgeable and professional lawyer. I would most definitely recommend him to my family and friends.