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Hon. Lawrence E. Mooney (Ret.)

Arbitrator Mediator Neutral Evaluator Special Master
St. Louis, MO, United States

About

Before entering private practice, Lawrence E. Mooney served for over two decades as a judge on the Missouri Court of Appeals, Eastern District, where he presided over thousands of appeals and authored more than 1,000 opinions. His judicial career followed a tenure as an assistant prosecuting attorney and a period in private practice focusing on commercial litigation. He has extensive experience resolving complex disputes across diverse legal sectors, including high-stakes commercial matters, employment disputes, and tort litigation.

Practice Areas

Business & Commercial Civil Litigation Employment & Labor Estates & Probate Government & Administrative Insurance Personal Injury & Torts Real Estate & Property

Professional Experience

Neutral
JAMS
Judge
2019
Missouri Court of Appeals
Eastern District
1998–2019
Chief Judge
Missouri Court of Appeals
Eastern District
2002–2003
Assistant Prosecuting Attorney
St. Louis County
1991–1998
Private Practice
Commercial Litigation
1985–1991
Law Clerk
Hon. Robert G. Dowd
Sr.
Missouri Court of Appeals
1974–1975

Publications Leadership

  • Frequent lecturer on appellate practice and judicial ethics
  • Contributor to Missouri Appellate Practice Handbook
  • Former Chair, Missouri Court of Appeals, Eastern District Budget Committee
  • Member, Missouri Supreme Court Committee on Civic Education
  • Author of numerous articles on legal ethics and appellate procedure

Positioning Takeaways

A veteran appellate jurist with a reputation for resolving intricate commercial and tort disputes through a combination of judicial expertise and mediation skills.

License & Certifications

  • Missouri Bar Admission
  • Certified Mediator

Education

J.D.
Saint Louis University School of Law
1974
B.A.
Saint Louis University
1971

Distinction

Authored over 1,000 judicial opinions during a 21-year tenure on the Missouri Court of Appeals.

Reputation

Recognized for his deep intellectual rigor and a fair, balanced approach to dispute resolution, he is highly regarded by legal professionals for his ability to navigate complex legal frameworks and facilitate settlements in emotionally charged cases.