Atty. Patrick Michael Kiernan
Patrick Michael Kiernan is a lawyer practicing criminal law, criminal defense, dui & dwi and 5 other areas of law. Patrick received a B.A. degree from University of Notre Dame in 1989, and has been licensed for 34 years.
Criminal Defense & More Attorney · Serving St. Louis, MO · 34+ Years Experience
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About Patrick Michael Kiernan at a Glance
Patrick Michael Kiernan is a Member based in St. Louis, Missouri, practicing at Patrick M. Kiernan. They have 34+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1992. Their practice focuses on dui/dwi, personal injury, criminal defense, business, and white collar. Admitted to practice in Missouri (1992), U.S. District Court, Eastern District of Missouri (1992), and U.S. District Court, Southern District of Illinois (1993). Educated at Washington University (J.D., 1992) and University of Notre Dame (B.A., 1989). Active member of Bar Association of Metropolitan St and Louis. Serves clients in St. Louis, MO and the surrounding metropolitan area.
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About Patrick Michael Kiernan
- Patrick Michael Kiernan is a lawyer practicing criminal law, criminal defense, dui & dwi and 5 other areas of law
- Patrick received a B.A. degree from University of Notre Dame in 1989, and has been licensed for 34 years
- Patrick practices at Patrick M. Kiernan in St. Louis, MO
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Patrick Michael Kiernan's Areas of Legal Practice
Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Patrick Michael Kiernan handles, with a practical overview of what that area of law involves and how it may apply to your situation in St. Louis.
DUI / DWI Defense in St. Louis
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Personal Injury in St. Louis
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Criminal Defense in St. Louis
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Business & Corporate Law in St. Louis
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White Collar Crimes in St. Louis
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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
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Professional Profile
Why Clients in St. Louis Choose Patrick Michael Kiernan
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 Kiernan's practice in the field of dui/dwi, personal injury, criminal defense, business, and white collar.
Decade-Tested Legal Experience
Patrick Michael Kiernan brings 34+ 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. District Court, Southern District of Illinois, Patrick Michael Kiernan can represent clients in cases that span state lines or require counsel in multiple jurisdictions.
Broad Practice Area Coverage
Covering dui/dwi, personal injury, and criminal defense, Patrick Michael Kiernan 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 Patrick Michael Kiernan 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 Kiernan Handles in St. Louis
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