Atty. Bernard Peter McDonnell, Jr.

Atty. Bernard Peter McDonnell, Jr.

Bernard Peter McDonnell, Jr. is a lawyer practicing serious motor vehicle accidents, criminal defense, workers compensation and 1 other area of law. Bernard Peter received a B.A. degree from St.

Clayton Clayton 48 yrs experience 48 year
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Profile Summary

About Bernard Peter McDonnell, Jr. at a glance

Bernard Peter McDonnell, Jr. is a Member based in Clayton, Missouri, practicing at McDonnell & McDonnell. They have 48+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1978. Their practice focuses on car accidents, criminal defense, estate planning, and workers comp. Admitted to practice in Missouri (1978) and Illinois (1978). Educated at St. Mary's University of San Antonio J.D. (—) and St. Benedict's College B.A. (—). Serands clients in Clayton, MO and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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About

  • Bernard Peter McDonnell, Jr. is a lawyer practicing serious motor vehicle accidents, criminal defense, workers compensation and 1 other area of law
  • Bernard Peter received a B.A. degree from St. Benedict's College, and has been licensed for 48 years
  • Bernard Peter practices at McDonnell & McDonnell in Clayton, MO

Practice Areas Explained

Bernard Peter McDonnell, Jr.'s Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Bernard Peter McDonnell, Jr. handles, with a brief overview of what that area of law covers.

Car Accidents

Hurt in a car crash? Car accident lawyers fight insurance companies for fair compensation — free consult, no fee unless you win.

Bernard Peter McDonnell, Jr. is one of 36,807 car accidents attorneys indexed nationally. Browse car accidents attorneys in Missouri →

Criminal Defense

A criminal defense attorney protects your rights from arrest through trial. Find experienced lawyers handling DUI, drug, federal, theft, and violent-crime charges.

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Estate Planning & Probate

An estate planning attorney prepares wills, trusts, powers of attorney, and healthcare directives to protect your family and pass on your assets.

Bernard Peter McDonnell, Jr. is one of 226,536 estate planning attorneys indexed nationally. Browse estate planning attorneys in Missouri →

Workers Compensation

Workers compensation lawyers help injured workers get medical care, lost wages, and disability benefits. Free consult, no fee unless you win.

Bernard Peter McDonnell, Jr. is one of 55,389 workers comp attorneys indexed nationally. Browse workers comp attorneys in Missouri →

Jurisdictional Context

Why local counsel matters in Missouri

Practicing law in Missouri. Legal matters in Missouri are governed by state-specific rules of civil and criminal procedure, statutes of limitations, and substantive law. Cases originating in Clayton are typically filed in the local municipal court or the appropriate Missouri state district court, depending on subject matter and amount in controversy. An attorney licensed in Missouri brings working knowledge of local procedural deadlines, judicial practices in this andnue, and the substantive law that applies to cases brought here. Out-of-state attorneys generally cannot represent clients in Missouri courts without local counsel or pro hac vice admission.

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Frequently Asked

Common questions about Bernard Peter McDonnell, Jr.

Where is Bernard Peter McDonnell, Jr.'s law office located?
Bernard Peter McDonnell, Jr.'s law practice is located in Clayton, Missouri. The firm is McDonnell & McDonnell. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Bernard Peter McDonnell, Jr. handle?
Bernard Peter McDonnell, Jr. focuses on car accidents, criminal defense, estate planning, workers comp. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Missouri.
How long has Bernard Peter McDonnell, Jr. practiced law?
Bernard Peter McDonnell, Jr. has 48+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1978.
Where did Bernard Peter McDonnell, Jr. go to law school?
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How can I contact Bernard Peter McDonnell, Jr. for a consultation?
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Education

St. Mary's University of San Antonio J.D.
- In Progress
St. Benedict's College B.A.
- In Progress

Bar Admissions

Missouri
Admitted: 1978
Illinois
Admitted: 1978

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