Overview
M. Colleen LaVelle defends product manufacturers, suppliers, employers, and premises owners in toxic tort cases. Her clients depend on her to gather factual information, then determine and executive effective defensive strategies on their behalf.
In addition to her toxic tort work, Ms. LaVelle advocates for healthcare institutions, assisted living facilities, and their dedicated nurses, physicians, and administrators. For these clients, she handles matters involving personal injury, wrongful death, and professional liability claims.
When not practicing law, Ms. LaVelle serves as an active member of the oldest hunt club west of the Mississippi: Bridlespur Hunt Club. As a Bridlespur member, Ms. LaVelle enjoys the equestrian activity of “riding to hounds” and helping to support land, plant, and wildlife conservation in the area.
Education
- St. Louis University School of Law, J.D., with a Health Law concentration, 2018
- University of Missouri-Columbia, B.A. in Political Science, 2015
LAW SCHOOL HONORS/INVOLVEMENT
- Barrister’s Ball Committee
- Health Law Association
- Women’s Law School Association)
Admissions & Affiliations
- Missouri
Professional Associations
- American Bar Association
- Lawyers Association of St. Louis
- Missouri Organization of Defense Lawyers
Practices
Honors
Honors & Awards
- Missouri & Kansas Super Lawyer - Rising Star (2024)
