Atty. Christopher A. "Chris" Wright
Chris Wright has represented victims and their families in complex personal injury, medical negligence, nursing home negligence and wrongful death cases since 1998. Chris is licensed to practice law in Missouri, Illinois, and Kansas (currently inactive).
Personal Injury Litigation - Plaintiffs Attorney · Serving St. Louis, MO
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About Christopher A. "Chris" Wright at a Glance
Christopher A. "Chris" Wright is a personal injury attorney based in St. Louis, Missouri, practicing at Page Law LLC. Educated at Southern Methodist University (J.D., 1998). Recognitions include Best Lawyers in America — Personal Injury Litigation - Plaintiffs (2026), Best Lawyers in America — Additional Areas of Practice: (2026), and Best Lawyers in America — Workers' Compensation Law - Claimants (2026). Serves clients in St. Louis, MO and the surrounding metropolitan area.
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About Christopher A. "Chris" Wright
- Chris Wright has represented victims and their families in complex personal injury, medical negligence, nursing home negligence and wrongful death cases since 1998
- Chris is licensed to practice law in Missouri, Illinois, and Kansas (currently inactive)
- Chris grew up in Oakville in South St. Louis County, and is the son of the late Colonel Allen D. Wright (US Army & MO Army National Guard) and JoAnn Wright
- He graduated from CBC High School in 1990, where he was a member of the National Honor Society, and the Cadet football and baseball teams
- Chris attended William Jewell College in Liberty, MO where he was a member of the Jewell Cardinals football and Debate Team
- In 1994, Chris graduated from Jewell with Bachelor of Arts Degrees in both Political Science and Communication
- Chris graduated from UMKC School of Law in 1998
- While in law school, Chris served as Managing Editor of the UMKC Law Review, on the Ellison Appellate Advocacy Moot Court Board, and he received the Max J. Foust Scholarship, a scholarship awarded annually to a law student with experience or skills that indicate future success in trial advocacy
- Chris has supported, or has served on the Boards of, the following charitable and consumer advocacy groups: The United Way
- The Brain Injury Association of Missouri
- The Crohn’s & Colitis Foundation of America, and the Jr. Cadets Athletic Program
- He is currently a member of the Missouri Association of Trial Attorneys (MATA), the Illinois Trial Lawyers Association (ILTLA), the Bar Association of Metropolitan St. Louis (BAMSL) and the American Association for Justice (AAJ)
- Chris lives in Webster Groves with his wife, Shannon O’Brien Wright (Staff Legal Counsel for the St. Louis County Probate Court), their 3 sons – Ben (a student at SIUE), Will (a student at Ole Miss) and Sam (a student at CBC High School) – and their sweet golden retrievers, Baxter and Bear
- In addition to representing his clients, Chris’ passions include enjoying every moment with his family, coaching youth football, and trying to defy the aging process by working out at The Grind FS
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Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Christopher A. "Chris" Wright handles, with a practical overview of what that area of law involves and how it may apply to your situation in St. Louis.
Personal Injury in St. Louis
Personal injury attorneys help accident victims recover compensation for medical bills, lost wages, and pain & suffering. Most work on contingency — no fee unless you win.
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Why Local Counsel Matters in St. Louis
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 St. Louis 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 venue, 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.
St. Louis Courts and Legal Process
Choosing a St. Louis-based attorney means your counsel already knows the local docketing timelines, preferred filing formats, and how individual judges typically rule on procedural motions — details that only come from practicing in this jurisdiction day after day. That local familiarity can translate to better strategy, faster filings, and fewer costly surprises.
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Focused Personal Injury Practice
Concentrating on personal injury means Christopher A. "Chris" Wright's knowledge of relevant statutes, case law, and procedural nuances stays current — unlike generalist practices that spread attention across unrelated fields.
Local Presence in St. Louis
A St. Louis-based practice means Christopher A. "Chris" Wright attends hearings in the same courthouses, knows the local clerks, and understands the unwritten scheduling norms that affect every case filed here.
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