Atty. Patrick T. McLaughlin

Atty. Patrick T. McLaughlin

Patrick T. McLaughlin is a lawyer practicing litigation and dispute resolution, employment litigation, non-competes and trade secrets and 7 other areas of law.

St. Louis St. Louis 27 Years Experience 27 year
Call (309) 718-8598

Profile Summary

About Patrick T. McLaughlin at a glance

Patrick T. McLaughlin is a Partner based in St. Louis, Missouri, practicing at Spencer Fane, LLP. They have 27+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1999. Their practice focuses on employment, class action, trade secrets, employment contracts, and litigation. Admitted to practice in Missouri (1999), Illinois (2000), and Indiana (2011). Active member of BAMSL, Louis. Serves clients in St. Louis, MO and the surrounding metropolitan area.

Verified attorney profile · Updated June 2026

About

  • Patrick T. McLaughlin is a lawyer practicing litigation and dispute resolution, employment litigation, non-competes and trade secrets and 7 other areas of law
  • Patrick has been licensed for 27 years
  • Patrick practices at Spencer Fane, LLP in St. Louis, MO

Practice Areas Explained

Patrick T. McLaughlin's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Patrick T. McLaughlin handles, with a brief overview of what that area of law covers.

Employment Law

Employment lawyers represent workers in wrongful termination, discrimination, harassment, wage & hour disputes, and severance negotiations.

Patrick T. McLaughlin is one of 151,622 employment attorneys indexed nationally. Browse employment attorneys in Missouri →

Class Action

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Trade Secrets

Patrick T. McLaughlin is one of 6,133 trade secrets attorneys indexed nationally. Browse trade secrets attorneys in Missouri →

Employment Contracts

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Civil Litigation

Civil litigation attorneys for breach of contract, business disputes, civil rights, and class action lawsuits.

Patrick T. McLaughlin is one of 409,070 litigation attorneys indexed nationally. Browse litigation 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 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.

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Frequently Asked

Common questions about Patrick T. McLaughlin

Where is Patrick T. McLaughlin's law office located?
Patrick T. McLaughlin's law practice is located in St. Louis, Missouri. The firm is Spencer Fane, LLP. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Patrick T. McLaughlin handle?
Patrick T. McLaughlin focuses on employment, class action, trade secrets, employment contracts, litigation. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Missouri.
How long has Patrick T. McLaughlin practiced law?
Patrick T. McLaughlin has 27+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1999.
How can I contact Patrick T. McLaughlin for a consultation?
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Bar Admissions

Missouri
Admitted: 1999
Illinois
Admitted: 2000
Indiana
Admitted: 2011

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