Kara Lindsay Rakers
also known as Lindsay Rakers
About Kara
Biography
Lindsay Rakers is an attorney with Sumner Law Group. Lindsay dedicates her career to representing the injured and their families. She handles injury cases resulting from automobile accidents, motorcycle accidents, pedestrian accidents, trucking accidents, nursing home neglect, medical malpractice, dangerous property, defective drugs, defective masks and respirators, defective products, animal attacks and burns. There is never a charged legal fee unless your case is settled or won.
Practice Areas
7
Practice Areas
24 years
24 years
24 years
24 years
Fees and Rates
Cost
30%-40%
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Licensed in Illinois for 23 years
State: Illinois
Acquired: 2002
No misconduct found
Licensed in Missouri for 24 years
State: Missouri
Acquired: 2001
No misconduct found
Location
Sumner Law Group
7800 Forsyth Blvd., #610, Saint Louis, MO, 63105
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Kara Lindsay Rakers's Reviews
Showing 1 - 5 of 6 client reviews from Avvo
Posted by Adam | August 20, 2012
Injury Attorney Lindsay Rakers Was There for Me
Lindsay has really been there for me in the time it has taken to get my work comp case to its current state. Anytime I have had any questions, I knew, and still know, that I can call or email whenever it is convenient for me. When I do call, it is not like other lawyers I have spoken to who rush as f...
Posted by anonymous | August 18, 2012
Missouri Attorney Lindsay Rakers Helped Me
I so enjoyed working with Lindsay! She was always professional and made sure to respond promptly to any questions or concerns I had. Even after we agreed on a settlement amount she went the extra mile to negotiate an even higher settlement amount.
Posted by anonymous | August 14, 2012
Great O'Fallon Illinois Attorney!
Thank you so much for the efficient, professional and very effective manner you handled my personal injury case. My exposure to legal proceedings has been, fortunately, limited in my lifetime. Should I need assistance in the future, you will be the first attorney I call. All good wishes as you enter ...
Posted by anonymous | August 13, 2012
Joplin Missouri Injury Attorney
Ms. Rakers was very personable and helpful with my claim with Vivint. She did not drop the matter and as a result, I received everything that was asked for. She also kept me informed.
Posted by anonymous | August 12, 2012
St. Louis MIssouri Attorney
Ms. Rakers was very personable and helpful with my claim with Vivint. She did not drop the matter and as a result, I received everything that was asked for. She also kept me informed.
Kara Lindsay Rakers's Lawyer Endorsements
"I would highly recommend Lindsay and her law firm."
"I endorse this lawyer. I have known Lindsay since law school. She has always been a hard worker and is among a rare breed of attorneys that see her clients as people, and will fight to get the best result possible."
"I endorse Ms. Rakers. She is experienced in this area of the law and is committed to providing her clients with excellent legal representation."
"I endorse this lawyer."
"Great lawyer! Lindsay is one of the hardest working lawyers I have ever met. I worked closely with Lindsay years ago when we were both defending large corporation. Now, Lindsay represents injured individuals. She knows the games big insurance companies play. Call her now. You will not regret it!"
"Lindsay is an excellent lawyer with a great reputation in Missouri as an outstanding lawyer. She is also an excellent person."
"I endorse this lawyer. Lindsay has a lot of experience in representing seriously injured people, and has gotten great results. More importantly, she cares about her clients, and tries to get the best possible result for each one."
"I have known Lindsay for a long time and have always been impressd with her legal ability and desire to help her clients. Anyone who is represented by Lindsay is in good hands. She truly cares about those whom she represents and is determined to help those hurt through no fault of their own. I wholeheartedly endorse Lindsay Rakers."
"Lindsay is a passionate advocate for justice and a fine lawyer. She represents her clients with a steady, measured, aggressiveness. The other side never knows what hit them. She contributes time and money to pro-justice causes; in other words, she doesn't just talk the talk, she also walks the walk. I am delighted to give her my strongest endorsement."
"Lindsay Rakers is an outstanding attorney who looks out for her clients and keeps their best interest in mind. In addition to representing her clients well, Lindsay has been active in safety programs working to prevent distracted driving and bullying. I highly recommend Lindsay."
"Lindsay is among the most dedicated and knowledgeable injury attorneys I have ever met. Her attention to detail and concern for her clients is second to none. Lindsay has vast experience working with injured victims and their families, but also keeps her practice focused enough to provide personal attention to each case."
"Lindsay is a great lawyer with a real passion for helping people. She is an excellent attorney. She is experienced and dedicated to her clients."
"I have seen Lindsay's work and know her excellent drive and ability. I would work with her anytime. She knows how to represent her clients without losing track of either the client or the goal."
"I endorse Lindsay K. Rakers as an aggressive personal injury attorney that daily fights for injury victim’s rights. Lindsay is a successful trial attorney and earned her place in the Million Dollar Advocates Forum. Lindsay genuinely cares about her clients and provides them attentive, individual attention. I have had the pleasure of working with her and witnessing her dedication first hand."
"Lindsay is a highly intelligent and creative attorney, and she deeply cares about her clients. I have enjoyed working with her in the past and I feel very comfortable referring cases to her, as I know the client will be in excellent hands."
"Lindsay is an excellent advocate for her clients. She cares deeply about each and every one of them, and she is tenacious in the pursuit of her client's rights."
"Quality lawyer! Cares about her clients and works hard to achieve the best result possible."
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Experience
Honors
2016
Rising Star, Super Lawyers
Work Experience
2014 - Present
Attorney, The Tapella & Eberspacher Law Firm
2010 - Present
Attorney, The Cagle Law Firm
2004 - 2010
Attorney, Goldenberg, Heller, Antognoli & Rowland
2003 - 2004
Attorney General, Brown & James PC
2000 - 2003
Attorney, Sandberg,Phoenix & von Gontard
Associations
2009 - Present
Million Dollar Advocates ForumLifetime Member
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Sample of Legal Cases
Plaintiff's verdict of $140,000
settlement with trucking company, $1.3 million arbitration award against MoDot
Education
2001
JD - Juris Doctor
1998
BA - Bachelor of Arts
Speaking Engagements
2013
Technology in Personal Injury Cases
2013
Personal Injury Litigation
2013
Personal Injury 101
2011
2009
Illinois Ethical Rules
2007
Business Ethics
2006
U.S. Constitution
Publications
2016
2011
2010
2006
Languages
English
Activity
Legal Answers
Legal Guides
Legal Answers
If the passenger leaves the scene of an accident, can they be charged?
10 Aug 2012
Why can't they find the accident report
07 Aug 2012