Atty. David Dolan
For over 30 years, David has represented individuals injured by the negligence of others. David began his career at a defense firm representing insurance and Fortune 500 companies.
General Liability & More Attorney · Serving St. Louis, MO · 32+ Years Experience
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About David Dolan at a Glance
David Dolan is an Attorney based in St. Louis, Missouri, practicing at Morgan & Morgan. They have 32+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1994. Their practice focuses on wrongful death, personal injury, and tbi/sci. Admitted to practice in Missouri (1994) and Illinois (1995). Educated at University of Missouri - Columbia (St. Louis, 1990). Recognitions include BV Distinguished. Serves clients in St. Louis, MO and the surrounding metropolitan area.
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About David Dolan
- For over 30 years, David has represented individuals injured by the negligence of others
- David began his career at a defense firm representing insurance and Fortune 500 companies
- After several years, it became clear to him that he identified with the injured individuals rather than the companies he represented
- David has handled numerous cases that have resulted in verdicts and/or settlements in excess of $1,000,000
- David is active in the St. Louis community
- He was appointed by the Mayor of St. Louis to the St. Louis City Police Pension Board and served in that role for several years
- David and his wife are active supporters of the Missouri Brain Injury Association
- David graduated from the University of Missouri-Columbia with honors and was a cum laude graduate of St. Louis University School of Law
- When not working, David is an avid fisherman and enjoys spending time with his wife and two sons
Practice Areas Explained
David Dolan's Areas of Legal Practice
Each practice area below reflects the types of cases David Dolan handles, with a practical overview of what that area of law involves and how it may apply to your situation in St. Louis.
Wrongful Death in St. Louis
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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.
David Dolan is one of 262,557 personal injury attorneys indexed nationally. Browse personal injury attorneys in Missouri →
Brain & Spinal Cord Injury in St. Louis
David Dolan is one of 10,159 tbi/sci attorneys indexed nationally. Browse tbi/sci attorneys in Missouri →
Jurisdictional Context
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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Professional Profile
Why Clients in St. Louis Choose David Dolan
Selecting an attorney is one of the most consequential decisions you can make when a legal matter arises. Below are the core qualities that distinguish David Dolan's practice in the field of wrongful death, personal injury, and tbi/sci.
Decade-Tested Legal Experience
David Dolan brings 32+ years of hands-on legal practice — enough to have navigated the recurring fact patterns, procedural traps, and negotiation dynamics that shape case outcomes.
Multi-State Bar Admission
Licensed in Missouri and Illinois, David Dolan can represent clients in cases that span state lines or require counsel in multiple jurisdictions.
Broad Practice Area Coverage
Covering wrongful death, personal injury, and tbi/sci, David Dolan can address the full spectrum of a client's legal needs without requiring referrals to separate specialists for each issue.
Local Presence in St. Louis
A St. Louis-based practice means David Dolan 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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Common Legal Issues David Dolan Handles in St. Louis
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