Atty. John Michael Waller
John Michael Waller is a lawyer practicing torts and premises liability, product liability, insurance and 2 other areas of law. John received a B.A. degree from University of Illinois in 1981, and has been licensed for 42 years.
Insurance & More Attorney · Serving St. Louis, MO · 42+ Years Experience
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About John Michael Waller at a Glance
John Michael Waller is a Partner based in St. Louis, Missouri, practicing at Rynearson, Suess, Schnurbusch & Champion LLC. They have 42+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1984. Their practice focuses on personal injury, slip & fall, product liability, and insurance. Admitted to practice in Missouri (1984), U.S. District Court, Eastern District of Missouri (1984), U.S. Court of Appeals, Eighth Circuit (1984), and Illinois (1985). Educated at St. Louis University (J.D., 1984) and University of Illinois (B.A., 1981). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Active member of The Bar Association of Metropolitan St and Louis The Missouri Bar American Bar Association. Serves clients in St. Louis, MO and the surrounding metropolitan area.
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About John Michael Waller
- John Michael Waller is a lawyer practicing torts and premises liability, product liability, insurance and 2 other areas of law
- John received a B.A. degree from University of Illinois in 1981, and has been licensed for 42 years
- John practices at Rynearson, Suess, Schnurbusch & Champion LLC in St. Louis, MO
Practice Areas Explained
John Michael Waller's Areas of Legal Practice
Each practice area below reflects the types of cases John Michael Waller 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.
John Michael Waller is one of 262,557 personal injury attorneys indexed nationally. Browse personal injury attorneys in Missouri →
Slip & Fall / Premises Liability in St. Louis
John Michael Waller is one of 29,187 slip & fall attorneys indexed nationally. Browse slip & fall attorneys in Missouri →
Product Liability in St. Louis
John Michael Waller is one of 65,610 product liability attorneys indexed nationally. Browse product liability attorneys in Missouri →
Insurance Law in St. Louis
Insurance attorneys for coverage disputes, bad faith claims, denied claims, and policy disputes.
John Michael Waller is one of 120,903 insurance attorneys indexed nationally. Browse insurance 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 John Michael Waller
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 John Michael Waller's practice in the field of personal injury, slip & fall, product liability, and insurance.
Decade-Tested Legal Experience
John Michael Waller brings 42+ 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, U.S. District Court, Eastern District of Missouri, and U.S. Court of Appeals, Eighth Circuit, John Michael Waller can represent clients in cases that span state lines or require counsel in multiple jurisdictions.
Broad Practice Area Coverage
Covering personal injury, slip & fall, and product liability, John Michael Waller 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 John Michael Waller 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 John Michael Waller Handles in St. Louis
Below is a representative sample of the types of matters John Michael Waller has experience with under Missouri law. If your situation involves one of these case categories, this attorney may be well positioned to help you understand your options.
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