About - Legal Hero

David Koonce

Owner and Lead Attorney at Legal Hero

Mr. Koonce is a dedicated attorney and the founder of Legal Hero, where he combines over 15 years of legal experience with a passion for
helping clients navigate complex legal and financial matters. Specializing in business law, estate planning, and criminal law, Mr. Koonce
provides strategic counsel to small businesses, financial advisors, and individuals, ensuring they are equipped to meet their legal challenges
with confidence and clarity.

Mr. Koonce’s academic journey reflects his commitment to excellence and a multidisciplinary approach. He earned his Juris Doctor from
Boston College Law School in 2010 and also holds a Master’s in Accountancy from the University of Missouri. Additionally, he has a strong
foundation in Chemistry, which adds a unique perspective to his analytical and problem-solving skills. His designation as a Certified Public
Accountant (CPA) further enhances his ability to address the financial complexities that often intersect with legal matters, making him
uniquely equipped to offer a holistic perspective to his clients.

As a licensed attorney in Missouri, Mr. Koonce is known for his hands-on approach to legal representation. He takes the time to understand
each client’s unique circumstances, whether they are launching a business, managing regulatory compliance, navigating criminal charges,
addressing traffic violations, or securing their family’s legacy through estate planning. His practice is marked by attention to detail, strategic
thinking, and a genuine desire to see his clients succeed.

Practice Areas

Mr. Koonce’s legal expertise spans several critical areas, including:

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Business Law

Providing resolutions on legal issues affecting your business. From formation, management, taxation, transactions, to dissolutions of businesses, these phases of the business are handled with ease.

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Contract Law

Providing drafting services, legal opinions and review of contracts executed by individuals or entities, whether in their personal or business affairs.

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Tax Law

Ensuring compliance to relevant taxation laws with the goal of reducing tax liabilities for individuals and entities.

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Estate Planning Law

Providing comprehensive legal guidance in preserving and distributing your estate according to your personal directives and wishes, from inventory of your estate, drafting of wills and trusts, distribution of estate assets to avoidance of contest or conflict among beneficiaries and appointees.

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Probate Law

Providing complete services from the drafting of will, inventory and evaluation of estate assets, administration of estate and distribution/transfer of assets in accordance to the will of the decedent, compliance to legal requirements, to ease in navigating the legal system

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Elder Law

Providing guidance and strategies for the protection of the rights of the old people in the planning and execution of their wills, in availing government-provided healthcare benefits, and in addressing their vulnerabilities and other challenges attached to their mental and physical state.

Mr. Koonce approaches every case with a focus on practicality and outcomes, ensuring his clients receive tailored advice that aligns with their goals.

Beyond the Office

Outside his legal practice, Mr. Koonce is an avid triathlete who values discipline and perseverance, qualities that also define his professional life. He has a deep appreciation for the art of barbecue and enjoys experimenting with recipes as a creative outlet. Known for his humor and humility, Mr. Koonce occasionally writes in the third person, blending his intellectual pursuits with a lighthearted personality.

Mr. Koonce’s well-rounded interests and personable nature make him approachable and relatable, building lasting relationships with his clients. His ability to connect with people on both a professional and personal level has earned him a reputation as a trusted advisor and advocate.