Atty. Patrick Michael Barkley
Patrick Michael Barkley is a lawyer practicing appeals, asbestos, commercial litigation and 3 other areas of law. Patrick received a B.A. degree from Saint Louis University in 2007, and has been licensed for 16 years.
Appeals & More Attorney · Serving Edwardsville, IL · 16+ Years Experience
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About Patrick Michael Barkley at a Glance
Patrick Michael Barkley is an Associate based in Edwardsville, Illinois, practicing at Wilson Elser. They have 16+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 2010. Their practice focuses on personal injury, business, product liability, litigation, and appellate. Admitted to practice in Illinois (2010), Missouri U.S. District Court, Eastern District of Missouri (2011), and New York (2022). Educated at Saint Louis University (B.A., 2007) and Saint Louis University School of Law J.D. 2010 editor in chief Saint Louis University School of Law J.D. Saint Louis University Public Law Review (—). Active member of Louis. Serves clients in Edwardsville, IL and the surrounding metropolitan area.
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About Patrick Michael Barkley
- Patrick Michael Barkley is a lawyer practicing appeals, asbestos, commercial litigation and 3 other areas of law
- Patrick received a B.A. degree from Saint Louis University in 2007, and has been licensed for 16 years
- Patrick practices at Wilson Elser in Edwardsville, IL
Practice Areas Explained
Patrick Michael Barkley's Areas of Legal Practice
Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Patrick Michael Barkley handles, with a practical overview of what that area of law involves and how it may apply to your situation in Edwardsville.
Personal Injury in Edwardsville
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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Business & Corporate Law in Edwardsville
Business attorneys advise founders and growing companies on entity formation, contracts, financing, M&A, and dispute resolution.
Patrick Michael Barkley is one of 497,491 business attorneys indexed nationally. Browse business attorneys in Illinois →
Product Liability in Edwardsville
Patrick Michael Barkley is one of 65,610 product liability attorneys indexed nationally. Browse product liability attorneys in Illinois →
Civil Litigation in Edwardsville
Civil litigation attorneys for breach of contract, business disputes, civil rights, and class action lawsuits.
Patrick Michael Barkley is one of 450,751 litigation attorneys indexed nationally. Browse litigation attorneys in Illinois →
Appellate Practice in Edwardsville
Appellate attorneys for civil and criminal appeals at state and federal court.
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Jurisdictional Context
Why Local Counsel Matters in Edwardsville
Practicing law in Illinois. Legal matters in Illinois are governed by state-specific rules of civil and criminal procedure, statutes of limitations, and substantive law. Cases originating in Edwardsville are typically filed in the local municipal court or the appropriate Illinois state district court, depending on subject matter and amount in controversy. An attorney licensed in Illinois 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 Illinois courts without local counsel or pro hac vice admission.
Edwardsville Courts and Legal Process
Choosing a Edwardsville-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 Edwardsville Choose Patrick Michael Barkley
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 Michael Barkley's practice in the field of personal injury, business, product liability, litigation, and appellate.
Decade-Tested Legal Experience
Patrick Michael Barkley brings 16+ 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 Illinois, Missouri U.S. District Court, Eastern District of Missouri, and New York, Patrick Michael Barkley can represent clients in cases that span state lines or require counsel in multiple jurisdictions.
Broad Practice Area Coverage
Covering personal injury, business, and product liability, Patrick Michael Barkley can address the full spectrum of a client's legal needs without requiring referrals to separate specialists for each issue.
Local Presence in Edwardsville
A Edwardsville-based practice means Patrick Michael Barkley 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 Patrick Michael Barkley Handles in Edwardsville
Below is a representative sample of the types of matters Patrick Michael Barkley has experience with under Illinois 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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