Atty. Robert Gerard Rooney

Atty. Robert Gerard Rooney

Mr. Robert Gerard Rooney is a lawyer practicing tort, environmental law, litigation (commercial & business) and 3 other areas of law.

Kansas City Kansas City 34 yrs experience 34 year
Call (816) 451-9895 Book Appointment

Profile Summary

About Robert Gerard Rooney at a glance

Robert Gerard Rooney is a Partner based in Kansas City, Missouri, practicing at Lathrop Gage LLP. They have 34+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1992. Their practice focuses on personal injury, business, litigation, environmental, and agriculture. Admitted to practice in Missouri (1992) and Kansas U.S. District Court, District of Kansas U.S. District Court, Western District of Missouri U.S (1993). Educated at Georgetown University Law Center (J.D., 1992) and University of Dallas (B.A. Politics, 1988). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Active member of Missouri Organization of Defense Lawyers. Serands clients in Kansas City, MO and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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About

  • Mr. Robert Gerard Rooney is a lawyer practicing tort, environmental law, litigation (commercial & business) and 3 other areas of law
  • Robert received a B.A. degree from University of Dallas in 1988, and has been licensed for 34 years
  • Robert practices at Lathrop Gage LLP in Kansas City, MO

Practice Areas Explained

Robert Gerard Rooney's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Robert Gerard Rooney handles, with a brief overview of what that area of law covers.

Personal Injury

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

Business attorneys advise founders and growing companies on entity formation, contracts, financing, M&A, and dispute resolution.

Robert Gerard Rooney is one of 501,317 business attorneys indexed nationally. Browse business attorneys in Missouri →

Civil Litigation

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

Robert Gerard Rooney is one of 454,532 litigation attorneys indexed nationally. Browse litigation attorneys in Missouri →

Environmental Law

Environmental attorneys for regulatory compliance, contamination, land use, and natural resource law.

Robert Gerard Rooney is one of 56,434 environmental attorneys indexed nationally. Browse environmental attorneys in Missouri →

Agricultural Law

Agriculture attorneys for farm operations, ag finance, land use, water rights, and agribusiness.

Robert Gerard Rooney is one of 4,793 agriculture attorneys indexed nationally. Browse agriculture 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 Kansas City 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 Robert Gerard Rooney

Where is Robert Gerard Rooney's law office located?
Robert Gerard Rooney's law practice is located in Kansas City, Missouri. The firm is Lathrop Gage LLP. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Robert Gerard Rooney handle?
Robert Gerard Rooney focuses on personal injury, business, litigation, environmental, agriculture. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Missouri.
How long has Robert Gerard Rooney practiced law?
Robert Gerard Rooney has 34+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1992.
Where did Robert Gerard Rooney go to law school?
Robert Gerard Rooney earned their education at (J.D., 1992); (B.A. Politics, 1988).
How can I contact Robert Gerard Rooney for a consultation?
You can contact Robert Gerard Rooney directly through this profile page. Click "Ask the Attorney" to submit a question, or "Schedule a Consultation" to book a meeting. Most claimed-profile attorneys respond within one business day.
What awards or recognition has Robert Gerard Rooney received?
Robert Gerard Rooney's notable recognition includes: AV Preeminent.

Education

J.D.
Georgetown University Law Center
- 1992
B.A. Politics
University of Dallas
- 1988

Awards

AV Preeminent

Bar Admissions

Missouri
Admitted: 1992
Kansas U.S. District Court, District of Kansas U.S. District Court, Western District of Missouri U.S
Admitted: 1993

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