MEET JIM

Jim Avery is a three-time combat veteran. He served in the U.S. Marine Corps from 1991 to 1995 in “Operation Restore Hope,” Somalia. Following the events of September 11, 2001, he joined the Missouri Army National Guard, deploying in 2003 with the A Company’s 1140th Engineer Battalion in “Operation Iraqi Freedom.” In 2009, Jim answered the call once again and deployed to Afghanistan with the 203rd Engineer Battalion in “Operation Enduring Freedom.” 

During his combat tours in Iraq and Afghanistan, Jim served in units specializing in IED destruction missions. Jim received the Army Commendation Medal for his exceptional efforts in finding and destroying IEDs. After completing his tour in Iraq, he attended Officer Candidate School and was commissioned as a Second Lieutenant. While serving our country, Jim also served three terms in the Missouri House of Representatives. Jim retired after 22 years of military service at the rank of Captain. 

Jim went on to earn his Juris Doctor from St. Louis University and started his own law firm. In addition to his legal work, Jim currently serves as a board member of the Hero's Network, an organization dedicated to providing aid and support to military families and first responders. He is also a Truman Battery sponsor of the Missouri National Guard Association and a supporter of Dogs for Our Brave. Outside of his professional pursuits, Jim is an instrument rated private pilot, enjoys spending weekends at Car Shows around Jefferson County, and most of all, spending time with his wife, Lindsay, and their four dogs.