Atty. Jim Cantalin

Atty. Jim Cantalin

James R. Cantalin is an AV-rated trial lawyer with more than 20 years of experience litigating personal injury matters.

St. Louis St. Louis 34 yrs experience 34 year
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About Jim Cantalin at a glance

Jim Cantalin is an Associate based in St. Louis, Missouri, practicing at Brown & Crouppen Law Firm. They have 34+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1992. Their practice focuses on medical malpractice, personal injury, and product liability. Admitted to practice in Missouri (1992) and Illinois (1993). Educated at St. Louis University J.D. (—) and St. Louis University B.A. (—). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Serands clients in St. Louis, MO and the surrounding metropolitan area.

Verified attorney profile · Updated June 2026

About

  • James R. Cantalin is an AV-rated trial lawyer with more than 20 years of experience litigating personal injury matters
  • Before joining Brown & Crouppen P.C., Mr. Cantalin was a partner at one of the largest defense firms in St. Louis working on behalf of local and national insurance companies defending personal injury claims
  • Mr. Cantalin’s practice area included defending healthcare professionals, pharmacists, retailers, manufacturers, property owners, trucking operators, contractors, architects, engineers and attorneys
  • After years as a successful litigation defense attorney working for the insurance companies, Mr. Cantalin switched sides to come to Brown & Crouppen so that he can now represent individuals who have suffered catastrophic loss
  • Because of his defense training, he understands the tactical approach that insurance companies utilize defending injury claims
  • This intimate understanding gives Mr. Cantalin the ability to help clients obtain a just settlement in the shortest amount of time and, if necessary, use his more than 20 years of trial experience to litigate the case to a jury
  • The switch from representing insurance companies to fighting for injured victims and their families is also personal
  • He understands firsthand how surviving family members feel and what it means to have to carry on after a loss
  • He also understands that when a loss is due to the negligence of another, the law provides the opportunity for the individual to go to court to ask for justice
  • That “justice” is in the form of the only thing available to balance the loss – monetary compensation
  • Although it can never bring back a loved one or make the person physically whole, monetary compensation is oftentimes the only way to prevent financial catastrophe for the family especially when it involves the loss of a parent or head of household
  • Honors and Awards Super Lawyers 2005, 2006

Practice Areas Explained

Jim Cantalin's Areas of Practice

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

Medical Malpractice

Medical malpractice lawyers represent patients harmed by negligent doctors, hospitals, and other providers. Free case review, no fee unless you win.

Jim Cantalin is one of 49,086 medical malpractice attorneys indexed nationally. Browse medical malpractice attorneys in Missouri →

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.

Jim Cantalin is one of 264,852 personal injury attorneys indexed nationally. Browse personal injury attorneys in Missouri →

Product Liability

Jim Cantalin is one of 66,193 product liability attorneys indexed nationally. Browse product liability 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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Frequently Asked

Common questions about Jim Cantalin

Where is Jim Cantalin's law office located?
Jim Cantalin's law practice is located in St. Louis, Missouri. The firm is Brown & Crouppen Law Firm. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Jim Cantalin handle?
Jim Cantalin focuses on medical malpractice, personal injury, product liability. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Missouri.
How long has Jim Cantalin practiced law?
Jim Cantalin has 34+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1992.
Where did Jim Cantalin go to law school?
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How can I contact Jim Cantalin for a consultation?
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What awards or recognition has Jim Cantalin received?
Jim Cantalin's notable recognition includes: AV Preeminent.

Education

St. Louis University J.D.
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St. Louis University B.A.
- In Progress

Awards

AV Preeminent

Bar Admissions

Missouri
Admitted: 1992
Illinois
Admitted: 1993

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