Personal Injury Litigation - Plaintiffs & More Attorney · Serving St. Louis, MO
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About Patrick J. Hagerty at a Glance
Patrick J. Hagerty is a personal injury attorney based in St. Louis, Missouri, practicing at Gray Ritter Graham. Admitted to practice in Missouri, The Missouri Bar and Illinois, Illinois State Bar Association. Educated at Saint Louis University (J.D., 1985) and Quincy University (BS, 1981). Recognitions include Lawyer of the Year — Railroad Law (St. Louis) (2026), Best Lawyers in America — Personal Injury Litigation - Plaintiffs (2026), and Best Lawyers in America — Railroad Law (2026). Serves clients in St. Louis, MO and the surrounding metropolitan area.
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About Patrick J. Hagerty
- Patrick J. Hagerty is a native of St. Louis
- He completed his undergraduate studies at Quincy College in 1981
- He received his law degree in 1985 from Saint Louis University School of Law, and served as an editor of the Saint Louis University Law Journal
- Mr. Hagerty is licensed to practice in Missouri and Illinois, and in federal district courts and courts of appeal in Missouri, Illinois, Michigan, Arkansas and the Sixth, Seventh and Eighth Circuits
- He serves on the Board of Governors of the Missouri Association of Trial Attorneys (MATA) and is Chair of its Committee on Legislative Issues-Venue
- Mr. Hagerty also serves as a member of the Constitutional Review Committee for MATA
- In 2004, he received MATA’s President’s Award
- He is an active member in the Railroad Law section of the American Association for Justice
- He is a former board member of the International Society of Primerus Law Firms, which is dedicated to advancing civility, integrity and professionalism in the practice of law
- In 2014, Mr. Hagerty was elected Treasurer of the American Board of Trial Advocates of Eastern Missouri and Southern Illinois
- Mr. Hagerty has tried numerous cases under the federal laws applicable to the railroad industry, in courts across the country
- He has also tried several medical malpractice cases, including obtaining a verdict of over $6 million in St. Louis County Circuit Court
- Mr. Hagerty has been admitted as a Fellow of the International Society of Barristers and is an Advocate of the American Board of Trial Advocates
- He was named the Best Lawyers® 2017 St. Louis Personal Injury Litigation – Plaintiffs “Lawyer of the Year” and is also listed in The Best Lawyers in America for Railroad Law
- He has an AV Peer Review Rating from Martindale-Hubbell Law Directory, which is the highest given
- Mr. Hagerty has been annually selected to Missouri & Kansas Super Lawyers [among the top 5 percent of lawyers in Missouri and Kansas] since 2006, in the areas of Transportation, Maritime, Litigation, and Personal Injury
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Patrick J. Hagerty's Areas of Legal Practice
Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Patrick J. Hagerty 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.
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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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Why Clients in St. Louis Choose Patrick J. Hagerty
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 Patrick J. Hagerty's practice in the field of personal injury.
Multi-State Bar Admission
Licensed in Missouri, The Missouri Bar and Illinois, Illinois State Bar Association, Patrick J. Hagerty can represent clients in cases that span state lines or require counsel in multiple jurisdictions.
Focused Personal Injury Practice
Concentrating on personal injury means Patrick J. Hagerty's knowledge of relevant statutes, case law, and procedural nuances stays current — unlike generalist practices that spread attention across unrelated fields.
Local Presence in St. Louis
A St. Louis-based practice means Patrick J. Hagerty attends hearings in the same courthouses, knows the local clerks, and understands the unwritten scheduling norms that affect every case filed here.
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Common Legal Issues Patrick J. Hagerty Handles in St. Louis
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