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Hon. Ronnie L. White (Ret.)

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

About

The Honorable Ronnie L. White (Ret.) brings extensive judicial experience to his dispute resolution practice, having served as a federal judge for the United States District Court for the Eastern District of Missouri and as the first African American Chief Justice of the Supreme Court of Missouri. His career includes tenure as a judge on the Missouri Court of Appeals and service as the City Counselor for the City of St. Louis. He has presided over a wide range of complex litigation, including multidistrict litigation, class actions, and high-stakes commercial disputes.

Practice Areas

Business & Commercial Civil Litigation Civil Rights Employment & Labor Government & Administrative Insurance Personal Injury & Torts

Professional Experience

Neutral
JAMS
Judge
United States District Court for the Eastern District of Missouri
Chief Justice
Supreme Court of Missouri
Judge
Supreme Court of Missouri
Judge
Missouri Court of Appeals
Eastern District
City Counselor
City of St. Louis
Partner
Holloran White Schwartz & Gaertner LLP
Representative
Missouri House of Representatives
Assistant Public Defender
City of St. Louis

Publications Leadership

  • Frequent speaker on federal practice and procedure
  • Presenter at various Missouri Bar Association conferences
  • Author of numerous judicial opinions at the appellate and supreme court levels
  • Leadership roles in various civic and community organizations in St. Louis

Positioning Takeaways

His background as a federal judge and state supreme court justice provides a unique perspective for resolving complex multi-party disputes and appellate matters. His deep roots in the St. Louis legal community and his reputation for integrity make him a preferred choice for sensitive civil rights and public agency cases.

License & Certifications

  • Missouri Bar

Education

J.D.
University of Missouri-Kansas City School of Law
1983
B.A.
Saint Louis University
1978

Distinction

He holds the historic distinction of being the first African American to serve as Chief Justice of the Supreme Court of Missouri.

Reputation

He is widely regarded for his calm demeanor, legal intellect, and ability to navigate complex legal and emotional issues in high-stakes litigation. Counsel frequently note his thorough preparation and fair-minded approach to dispute resolution.