Atty. J. Patrick Chassaing
J. Patrick Chassaing is a lawyer practicing car accidents, trial practice, appellate practice and 13 other areas of law.
Appellate Practice & More Attorney · Serving St. Louis, MO · 48+ Years Experience
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About J. Patrick Chassaing at a Glance
J. Patrick Chassaing is a Member based in St. Louis, Missouri, practicing at Curtis, Heinz, Garrett and O'Keefe, P.C.. They have 48+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1978. Their practice focuses on car accidents, personal injury, criminal defense, family law, and estate planning. Admitted to practice in Missouri (1978) and Illinois U.S. District Court, Eastern District of Missouri U.S. District Court, Western District of (1979). Educated at University of Missouri School of Law (J.D., 1978) and St. Louis University (B.S., 1975). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Active member of Lawyer Pilots Bar Association. Serves clients in St. Louis, MO and the surrounding metropolitan area.
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About J. Patrick Chassaing
- J. Patrick Chassaing is a lawyer practicing car accidents, trial practice, appellate practice and 13 other areas of law
- J. received a B.S. degree from St. Louis University in 1975, and has been licensed for 48 years
- J. practices at Curtis, Heinz, Garrett and O'Keefe, P.C. in St. Louis, MO
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J. Patrick Chassaing's Areas of Legal Practice
Each practice area below reflects the types of cases J. Patrick Chassaing handles, with a practical overview of what that area of law involves and how it may apply to your situation in St. Louis.
Car Accidents in St. Louis
Hurt in a car crash? Car accident lawyers fight insurance companies for fair compensation — free consult, no fee unless you win.
J. Patrick Chassaing is one of 36,434 car accidents attorneys indexed nationally. Browse car accidents attorneys in Missouri →
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.
J. Patrick Chassaing is one of 262,557 personal injury attorneys indexed nationally. Browse personal injury attorneys in Missouri →
Criminal Defense in St. Louis
A criminal defense attorney protects your rights from arrest through trial. Find experienced lawyers handling DUI, drug, federal, theft, and violent-crime charges.
J. Patrick Chassaing is one of 212,605 criminal defense attorneys indexed nationally. Browse criminal defense attorneys in Missouri →
Family Law in St. Louis
Family law attorneys handle divorce, child custody, child support, adoption, prenups, and protective orders. Find verified family lawyers near you.
J. Patrick Chassaing is one of 185,688 family law attorneys indexed nationally. Browse family law attorneys in Missouri →
Estate Planning & Probate in St. Louis
An estate planning attorney prepares wills, trusts, powers of attorney, and healthcare directives to protect your family and pass on your assets.
J. Patrick Chassaing is one of 224,789 estate planning attorneys indexed nationally. Browse estate planning 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 J. Patrick Chassaing
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 J. Patrick Chassaing's practice in the field of car accidents, personal injury, criminal defense, family law, and estate planning.
Decade-Tested Legal Experience
J. Patrick Chassaing brings 48+ 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 U.S. District Court, Eastern District of Missouri U.S. District Court, Western District of , J. Patrick Chassaing can represent clients in cases that span state lines or require counsel in multiple jurisdictions.
Broad Practice Area Coverage
Covering car accidents, personal injury, and criminal defense, J. Patrick Chassaing 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 J. Patrick Chassaing attends hearings in the same courthouses, knows the local clerks, and understands the unwritten scheduling norms that affect every case filed here.
Case Types
Common Legal Issues J. Patrick Chassaing Handles in St. Louis
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