Todd C. Werts

Todd C. Werts focuses his legal practice on representing individuals and groups in state and federal courts across the country. His work centers on wage & hour, consumer, and employment matters, including complex class and collective actions. He has helped thousands of workers recover unpaid wages and overtime through strategic, results-driven litigation.

Todd completed his undergraduate studies at the University of Missouri-Columbia, earning a BS in Mathematics from 1994 to 2001. He then pursued legal education at the University of Missouri-Columbia School of Law, earning a J.D. between 1998 and 2001 while serving on the Board of Advocates and as Managing Editor of the Missouri Environmental Law & Policy Review.

Todd represents employees in wage & hour disputes and employment cases, often involving class and collective actions spanning multiple jurisdictions. He also advocates for consumers harmed by unfair or fraudulent practices and unsafe products. His litigation experience allows him to coordinate nationwide claims while maintaining focus on individual client outcomes.

Todd has served in leadership roles in large, complex matters, including nationwide wage and hour litigation and multidistrict proceedings. He has coordinated extensive electronic discovery, taken numerous depositions, and managed cases across many federal courts. This experience reflects his ability to handle prolonged, procedurally demanding litigation efficiently.

Todd has led and co-led collective actions under the Fair Labor Standards Act, achieving classwide resolutions for workers in diverse industries. His cases have addressed misclassification, unpaid overtime, and improper pay practices. Through careful review of records and testimony, he helps drive meaningful, negotiated outcomes.

Todd is a frequent speaker on litigation, employment law, and legal technology topics. He is an active member of the Missouri Bar and the Missouri Association of Trial Attorneys, where he serves on the Board of Governors and participates on the amicus committee, contributing to advocacy efforts that impact broader legal standards.

Todd C. Werts continues to focus his practice on protecting workers and consumers through thoughtful, disciplined litigation. His approach blends detailed preparation with practical strategy, allowing him to pursue fair resolutions in complex disputes. Clients value his commitment to accountability, clarity, and consistent pursuit of lawful compensation.

Law Office Affiliations

• Attorney, Lear Werts LLP
• Member, Missouri Bar
• Member, Missouri Association of Trial Attorneys

Licensed State

• Missouri

Education

• University of Missouri Columbia School of Law
  Juris Doctor (JD)
• University of Missouri
  Bachelor of Science (BS)

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