Todd’s extensive trial and litigation experience in complex disputes, coupled with his understanding of his clients’ goals, has made him a very successful trial attorney and litigator and one who is sought after by clients. He not only strives to gain a complete understanding of his clients’ businesses but also truly listens to them in order to appreciate their particular goals and the potential impact of the dispute on their businesses.  

He has significant experience in: 

  • Complex Litigation, including Breach of Contract, Commercial Fraud, and Shareholder Disputes
  • Bankruptcy and Distressed Business Litigation
  • Mergers and Acquisitions Litigation
  • Intellectual Property and Technology Litigation
  • Appeals Litigation
  • Wireless and Broadband Industries 
  • Transportation Industry
  • Multi-Level Marketing Industry

Education

  • University of Missouri-Columbia School of Law (J.D., 1996)
    • University of Missouri-Columbia (B.A., 1992)
      • Accountancy

    Bar Admission

    • Missouri, 1996
    • Kansas, 1996

    Court Admissions

    • U.S. District Court, Western District of Missouri
    • U.S. District Court, Eastern District of Missouri
    • U.S. District Court, District of Kansas
    • U.S. Court of Appeals, Eighth Circuit
    • U.S. Court of Appeals, Third Circuit

    Professional Affiliations

    • American Bar Association
    • American Bankruptcy Institute
    • The Missouri Bar
    • Kansas City Metropolitan Bar Association
    • St. Joseph Bar Association
    • Research Foundation, Treasurer and Board Member

    Recognition

    • Awarded “Top Plaintiffs’ Win” in 2019 by Missouri Lawyers Weekly for $93.5 million jury verdict as lead counsel for Chapter 7 Bankruptcy Trustee 
    • Named "Local Litigation Star" by Benchmark Litigation, 2013-2026
    • General Commercial and Intellectual Property Star recognition by Benchmark Litigation, 2019
    • Selected for inclusion in Missouri Super Lawyers, Business Litigation, 2015-2016
    • Future Litigation Star recognition by Benchmark Litigation, 2009-2012
    • Named "Up and Coming Lawyer" by Missouri Lawyers Weekly, 2008
    • Federal Practice Committee, U.S. District Court, Western District of Missouri, former court-appointed member
    • Former Law Clerk to the Hon. Gary A. Fenner, U.S. District Court, Western District of Missouri