About
Christopher Lawler is a highly accomplished personal injury attorney known for his dedicated representation of individuals and families affected by serious accidents. He has successfully handled cases involving car and truck crashes, wrongful death, defective products, and civil rights violations in both Missouri and Kansas.
Christopher earned his bachelor’s degree from Rockhurst College in 1998. He then received his Juris Doctor from the University of Missouri at Kansas City School of Law in 2002. Following law school, he served as a judicial clerk in the Circuit Court of Jackson County, Missouri, gaining valuable courtroom insight.
Christopher launched his legal career at a small Kansas City civil litigation firm, where he gained early trial experience and developed strong courtroom skills. In 2007, he was selected to attend the prestigious Trial Lawyers College, a nationally recognized training program that accepts only 50 participants each year.
Christopher has achieved numerous awards, including being named to the Top 100 Missouri and Top 50 Kansas City Super Lawyers lists. The National Trial Lawyers Association and the Kansas City Business Journal have recognized him for excellence in personal injury litigation.
Christopher is licensed to practice in Missouri and Kansas state courts and several federal courts, including the 8th Circuit Court of Appeals. He has successfully argued at both trial and appellate levels, consistently securing favorable results for his clients.
Christopher Lawler brings unmatched commitment and courtroom experience to every case he handles. His deep knowledge of personal injury law and dedication to justice have earned him recognition throughout the legal community and clients’ trust across Kansas City and beyond.
Law Office Affiliations
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Founder, The Lawler Firm, LLC
- Member, Missouri Bar Association
- Member, Kansas Bar Association
- Member, Missouri Association of Trial Attorneys
- Member, American Bar Association
- Member, American Association of Justice
- Member, National Trial Lawyers Association
- Member, Kansas City Metropolitan Bar Association
Licensed State
- Missouri
- Kansas
Education
- University of Missouri at Kansas City School of Law
Juris Doctor (JD) - Rockhurst College
Bachelor of Arts (BA)
Awards & Badges







- Car Accidents
- Medical Malpractice
- Products Liability
- Trucking Accidents
- Wrongful Death
- Child Abuse & Neglect
- Litigation
- Sexual Harassment
- Wrongful Termination
- Violent Crime




