Family Mediation

Mediation is a process in which a trained facilitator helps opposing parties reach an agreement. In a divorce, the mediator tries to help parents come to an understanding about the future of their children and can help spouses reach agreements regarding marital property and financial matters. In addition to the hundreds of mediations Hugh has conducted, his experience also includes presenting advanced mediation trainings.
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Collaborative Law

This innovative method of resolving the issues in a divorce or other family law setting has, in a relatively short period of time, become one of the fastest growing areas of the law and is widely regarded as far superior to the litigation model. This method was introduced to the state of Missouri in 2001 through the efforts of Hugh O'Donnell and Karen Plax, another prominent family law attorney. Hugh's experience also includes presenting advanced collaborative law trainings.
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Civil & Criminal Litigation

Hugh has represented clients in a wide array of civil matters and represented defendants against serious criminal charges. In 2005, Hugh and co-counsel settled an insurance claim involving a closed-head injury for approximately $1.1 million. Two years before, he was able to settle an auto accident case for $500,000.

Civil Mediation

Hugh’s experience in the civil trial arena combined with hundreds of family and civil mediations makes him uniquely qualified to litigate or settle cases.

Traffic

Since his days as an Assistant City Prosecutor, Hugh has represented many clients facing traffic and other municipal charges including DUI, possession of drugs, domestic violence, assault, and other charges.