Atty. Dirk Jerome Hennessey

Atty. Dirk Jerome Hennessey

Dirk Jerome Hennessey is a lawyer practicing personal injury, family, criminal defense and 2 other areas of law. Dirk received a B.S. degree from Washington University in 2009, and has been licensed for 14 years.

St. Louis St. Louis 14 yrs experience 14 year
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About Dirk Jerome Hennessey at a glance

Dirk Jerome Hennessey is a personal injury, criminal defense, family law, and workers comp attorney based in St. Louis, Missouri. They have 14+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 2012. Admitted to practice in Missouri (2012) and Illinois (2013). Educated at Barry University School of Law (J.D., 2012) and Washington University (B.S. Political, 2009). Serands clients in St. Louis, MO and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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About

  • Dirk Jerome Hennessey is a lawyer practicing personal injury, family, criminal defense and 2 other areas of law
  • Dirk received a B.S. degree from Washington University in 2009, and has been licensed for 14 years
  • Dirk practices in St. Louis, MO

Practice Areas Explained

Dirk Jerome Hennessey's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Dirk Jerome Hennessey handles, with a brief overview of what that area of law covers.

Personal Injury

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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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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Family Law

Family law attorneys handle divorce, child custody, child support, adoption, prenups, and protective orders. Find verified family lawyers near you.

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Workers Compensation

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

Dirk Jerome Hennessey 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 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 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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Where is Dirk Jerome Hennessey's law office located?
Dirk Jerome Hennessey's law practice is located in St. Louis, Missouri. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Dirk Jerome Hennessey handle?
Dirk Jerome Hennessey focuses on personal injury, criminal defense, family law, workers comp. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Missouri.
How long has Dirk Jerome Hennessey practiced law?
Dirk Jerome Hennessey has 14+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 2012.
Where did Dirk Jerome Hennessey go to law school?
Dirk Jerome Hennessey earned their education at (J.D., 2012); (B.S. Political, 2009).
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Education

J.D.
Barry University School of Law
- 2012
B.S. Political
Washington University
- 2009

Bar Admissions

Missouri
Admitted: 2012
Illinois
Admitted: 2013

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