Atty. Michael J. Patton

Atty. Michael J. Patton

Michael J. Patton was admitted to the Missouri Bar in 1980.

Springfield Springfield 46 yrs experience 46 year
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Profile Summary

About Michael J. Patton at a glance

Michael J. Patton is a Partner based in Springfield, Missouri, practicing at Turner, Reid, Duncan, Loomer & Patton, P.C.. They have 46+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1980. Their practice focuses on medical malpractice, product liability, insurance, adr, and appellate. Admitted to practice in Missouri (1980). Educated at University of Missouri (J.D., 1980) and Missouri State University (B.S., 1977). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Active member of Springfield Metropolitan Bar Association The Missouri Bar International Association of Defense Counsel Defense Research Institute American Board of Trial Advocates Missouri Organization of Defense Lawyers. Serands clients in Springfield, MO and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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About

  • Michael J. Patton was admitted to the Missouri Bar in 1980
  • He received a law degree at the University of Missouri at Columbia (J.D., 1980)
  • While in law school, Mr. Patton was a member of the Missouri Law Review, 1978–1980
  • His undergraduate degree was completed at Missouri State University (B.S., 1977)
  • Mr. Patton joined the firm in 1980 and became a shareholder in 1983
  • He was the recipient of the Missouri Bar’s David J. Dixon Appellate Practice Award in 1989 and the Missouri Bar’s Purcell Professionalism Award in 2018
  • Mr. Patton’s practice areas are generally concentrated on alternate dispute resolution, mediation, medical malpractice, products liability, insurance defense and coverage, bad faith, and civil trial and appellate practice
  • He is a Fellow in the American College of Trial Lawyers and a member of the National Academy of Distinguished Neutrals
  • Mr. Patton is a member of the Springfield Metropolitan Bar Association, the Missouri Bar, American Board of Trial Advocates, and the Missouri Organization of Defense Lawyers
  • He is listed in The Best Lawyers in America and Missouri Super Lawyers and is rated AV Preeminent® by Martindale-Hubbell

Practice Areas Explained

Michael J. Patton's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Michael J. Patton 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.

Michael J. Patton is one of 49,086 medical malpractice attorneys indexed nationally. Browse medical malpractice attorneys in Missouri →

Product Liability

Michael J. Patton is one of 66,193 product liability attorneys indexed nationally. Browse product liability attorneys in Missouri →

Insurance Law

Insurance attorneys for coverage disputes, bad faith claims, denied claims, and policy disputes.

Michael J. Patton is one of 121,912 insurance attorneys indexed nationally. Browse insurance attorneys in Missouri →

Mediation & Arbitration

Mediators and arbitrators for civil, commercial, family, and employment dispute resolution.

Michael J. Patton is one of 73,906 adr attorneys indexed nationally. Browse adr attorneys in Missouri →

Appellate Practice

Appellate attorneys for civil and criminal appeals at state and federal court.

Michael J. Patton is one of 86,319 appellate attorneys indexed nationally. Browse appellate 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 Springfield 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 Michael J. Patton

Where is Michael J. Patton's law office located?
Michael J. Patton's law practice is located in Springfield, Missouri. The firm is Turner, Reid, Duncan, Loomer & Patton, P.C.. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Michael J. Patton handle?
Michael J. Patton focuses on medical malpractice, product liability, insurance, adr, appellate. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Missouri.
How long has Michael J. Patton practiced law?
Michael J. Patton has 46+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1980.
Where did Michael J. Patton go to law school?
Michael J. Patton earned their education at (J.D., 1980); (B.S., 1977).
How can I contact Michael J. Patton for a consultation?
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What awards or recognition has Michael J. Patton received?
Michael J. Patton's notable recognition includes: AV Preeminent.

Education

J.D.
University of Missouri
- 1980
B.S.
Missouri State University
- 1977

Awards

AV Preeminent

Bar Admissions

Missouri
Admitted: 1980

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