Atty. Steven P. Kuenzel, Sr.
Steve, Sr. has broad experience in general litigation and counseling of clients in a variety of areas. He has been involved in litigation matters representing banks and financial institutions, as well as individuals, insurance companies, and a variety of business entities.
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Steven P. Kuenzel, Sr. is a Managing Partner based in Washington, Missouri, practicing at Eckelkamp Kuenzel LLP. They have 50+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1976. Their practice focuses on probate, personal injury, criminal defense, estate planning, and real estate. Admitted to practice in Missouri (1976), U.S. District Court - Eastern District of Missouri (1976), U.S. District Court - Western District of Missouri (1976), and U.S. Supreme Court (2008). Educated at University of Missouri - Columbia School of Law (J.D., 1976) and University of Missouri - Columbia (B.S. Finance, 1974). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Active member of Franklin County Bar Association The Missouri Bar American Bar Association American Trial Lawyers Association, American Association for Justice, Million Dollar Advocates Forum. Serands clients in Washington, MO and the surrounding metropolitan area.
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- Steve, Sr. has broad experience in general litigation and counseling of clients in a variety of areas
- He has been involved in litigation matters representing banks and financial institutions, as well as individuals, insurance companies, and a variety of business entities
- He practices in the areas of personal injury, insurance defense, medical malpractice defense, business litigation, banking, real estate, estate planning, commercial litigation, criminal defense, construction litigation and workers’ compensation
- Steve, Sr. has served as the managing partner of the firm since January 1, 1986
- Steve, Sr. has served on numerous charitable boards, including extensive pro bono work for the Greater St. Louis Area Council, Boy Scouts of America, where he serves as General Counsel and sits on the Executive Board of Directors
- He has also been active in the business and social community of Washington, Missouri, where he has served as President and sat on the Board of Directors of numerous organizations
- In 2010, Steve, Sr. was named as a Fellow of the Litigation Counsel of America (LCA), which is a trial lawyer honorary society comprised of less than one-half of one percent of American lawyers
- Fellowship in the LCA is highly selective and by invitation only
- In 2012, he was certified as a Member of the Million Dollar Advocates Forum, of which fewer than 1% of the U.S. lawyers are members
- Legal Background Eckelkamp Kuenzel LLP (formerly Eckelkamp, Eckelkamp, Wood & Kuenzel) (Partner 1984-Present; Managing Partner 1986-Present) Politte, Thayer & Kuenzel (Partner 1976-1983) Adjunct Professor of Law, Business Law, East Central College (1977-1985) Mediation Trained and certified by the University of Missouri - Columbia in June, 2012 Community Organizations Executive Board - Greater St. Louis Area Council - Boy Scouts of America (1992-Present) Washington Ambassadors Club (President 1998-1999) Washington Park Board (President 1988-1997) Washington Area Chamber of Commerce (President 1983-1985) Washington Lions Club (President 1984-1985) Washington Jaycees (President 1978-1980) Elks Club Leadership St. Louis (1984-1985) Knights of Columbus Awards Distinguished Service Award - Washington Jaycees - 1985 Who’s Who in American Law - 1988-Present Award of Merit - Greater St. Louis Area Council, BSA - 1996 Silver Beaver - Greater St. Louis Area Council, BSA - 1999
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Steven P. Kuenzel, Sr.'s Areas of Practice
Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Steven P. Kuenzel, Sr. handles, with a brief overview of what that area of law covers.
Steven P. Kuenzel, Sr. is one of 128,014 probate attorneys indexed nationally. Browse probate attorneys in Missouri →
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.
Steven P. Kuenzel, Sr. is one of 264,852 personal injury attorneys indexed nationally. Browse personal injury attorneys in Missouri →
A criminal defense attorney protects your rights from arrest through trial. Find experienced lawyers handling DUI, drug, federal, theft, and violent-crime charges.
Steven P. Kuenzel, Sr. is one of 214,270 criminal defense attorneys indexed nationally. Browse criminal defense attorneys in Missouri →
An estate planning attorney prepares wills, trusts, powers of attorney, and healthcare directives to protect your family and pass on your assets.
Steven P. Kuenzel, Sr. is one of 226,536 estate planning attorneys indexed nationally. Browse estate planning attorneys in Missouri →
Real estate attorneys handle home purchases, sales, commercial transactions, title disputes, and landlord-tenant matters.
Steven P. Kuenzel, Sr. is one of 316,149 real estate attorneys indexed nationally. Browse real estate attorneys in Missouri →
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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 Washington 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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