We are accessible & accomplished …
We are available. Frequent communication is essential to controlling litigation costs and bringing a case to a successful close. Our attorneys understand their clients’ communication needs and provide concise status reports containing updated analysis throughout the case.
Our firm has defended thousands of lawsuits. Our reputation for success and vast experience in the insurance industry prompts invitations for our attorneys to lecture at programs sponsored by a variety of organizations.
We are fearless & focused …
We are fearless advocates. In representing our clients, we are tireless negotiators and fearless advocates for our client’s position. We are not timid about trying lawsuits. Our attorneys have appeared before numerous state and federal courts in Missouri and Illinois as well as government agencies such as the Division of Workers’ Compensation.
Our experience brings focus. We have seen virtually every kind of claim or lawsuit that can arise against an insurer, an insured, or a self-insured business. The cases we have handled range from simple negligence lawsuits to very complex, commercial cases. We are singularly focused on our client’s success.
We are proven & prepared …
Our firm has a proven track record. We have been rated AV by Martindale-Hubbell, the highest rating possible. Missouri Lawyers Weekly has recognized the firm for having seven of the Top 20 Defendants’ Verdicts in Missouri over the past few years.
We know risk and insurance managment. Our attorneys are knowledgeable about insurance coverage, claims reporting, claims handling, and setting reserves, in the event a lawsuit is filed we are accomplished in phases of litigation.
We are savvy & smart …
We know how to staff a case. We pride ourselves on running a tight operation using experienced, knowledgeable, and well-trained team members to handle all aspects of a client’s representation. This business savvy works to our clients’ advantage, keeping litigation costs under control.
We know our clients want to prevent claims. Effective claims handling can often prevent lawsuits. We provide training for our clients in proper claims handling and have assisted our clients in investigating and managing claims before they reach the litigation stage. When claims go to trial, our knowledge of insurance law is particularly helpful in assessing the coverage and responsibility of co-defendants and their insurers.
We are talented & tireless …
We foster talent and demand excellence. Our attorneys are talented litigators. This talent, however, is continually refined and developed through training and rigorous continuing legal education programs. We use these programs to discuss broad legal updates or delve further into topics which affect our clients and their industry.
We are totally committed. Our firm demands quality from each attorney and we tirelessly pursue a total commitment to the aggressive representation of our clients.
We are creative & connected …
We are creative strategists. While the law is formed by precedent, success is shaped by strategy. Our attorneys are creative in their strategy formulation, working with clients to establish direction early in the engagement.
Our clients are our business. Our connections to our clients are critical to our success in each and every case. Through our 200+ years of collected litigation experience, we have developed further connections throughout the community and the insurance industry which benefit our practice and lead to our clients’ success.
