Atty. Brian Edward McGovern

Atty. Brian Edward McGovern

Brian Edward McGovern is a lawyer practicing class actions, commercial and business law, construction law and 6 other areas of law. Brian received a B.A. degree from Truman State University in 1984, and has been licensed for 39 years.

Chesterfield Chesterfield 39 yrs experience 39 year
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Profile Summary

About Brian Edward McGovern at a glance

Brian Edward McGovern is an Equity Partner based in Chesterfield, Missouri, practicing at Brian E. McGovern of McCarthy, Leonard & Kaemmerer L.C.. They have 39+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1987. Their practice focuses on criminal defense, employment, business, class action, and construction. Admitted to practice in Missouri (1987), Illinois United States District Court for the Eastern District of Missouri United States District Co (1988), and Iowa (2017). Educated at University of Missouri-Columbia (J.D., 1987) and Truman State University (B.A., 1984). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Serands clients in Chesterfield, MO and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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About

  • Brian Edward McGovern is a lawyer practicing class actions, commercial and business law, construction law and 6 other areas of law
  • Brian received a B.A. degree from Truman State University in 1984, and has been licensed for 39 years
  • Brian practices at Brian E. McGovern of McCarthy, Leonard & Kaemmerer L.C. in Chesterfield, MO

Practice Areas Explained

Brian Edward McGovern's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Brian Edward McGovern handles, with a brief overview of what that area of law covers.

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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Employment Law

Employment lawyers represent workers in wrongful termination, discrimination, harassment, wage & hour disputes, and severance negotiations.

Brian Edward McGovern is one of 169,120 employment attorneys indexed nationally. Browse employment attorneys in Missouri →

Business & Corporate Law

Business attorneys advise founders and growing companies on entity formation, contracts, financing, M&A, and dispute resolution.

Brian Edward McGovern is one of 501,317 business attorneys indexed nationally. Browse business attorneys in Missouri →

Class Action

Brian Edward McGovern is one of 26,424 class action attorneys indexed nationally. Browse class action attorneys in Missouri →

Construction Law

Brian Edward McGovern is one of 40,689 construction attorneys indexed nationally. Browse construction 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 Chesterfield 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 Brian Edward McGovern

Where is Brian Edward McGovern's law office located?
Brian Edward McGovern's law practice is located in Chesterfield, Missouri. The firm is Brian E. McGovern of McCarthy, Leonard & Kaemmerer L.C.. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Brian Edward McGovern handle?
Brian Edward McGovern focuses on criminal defense, employment, business, class action, construction. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Missouri.
How long has Brian Edward McGovern practiced law?
Brian Edward McGovern has 39+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1987.
Where did Brian Edward McGovern go to law school?
Brian Edward McGovern earned their education at (J.D., 1987); (B.A., 1984).
How can I contact Brian Edward McGovern for a consultation?
You can contact Brian Edward McGovern directly through this profile page. Click "Ask the Attorney" to submit a question, or "Schedule a Consultation" to book a meeting. Most claimed-profile attorneys respond within one business day.
What awards or recognition has Brian Edward McGovern received?
Brian Edward McGovern's notable recognition includes: AV Preeminent.

Education

J.D.
University of Missouri-Columbia
- 1987
B.A.
Truman State University
- 1984

Awards

AV Preeminent

Bar Admissions

Missouri
Admitted: 1987
Illinois United States District Court for the Eastern District of Missouri United States District Co
Admitted: 1988
Iowa
Admitted: 2017

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