Biography
Jared Howell is a seasoned legal professional with an impressive track record in the challenging fields of civil litigation and medical malpractice defense. His efficient and strategic approach to defending these cases is a hallmark of his practice.
A proud alumnus of Washington University School of Law in St. Louis, Jared embarked on a legal career that has been marked by excellence from the outset. His ability to dissect complex evidence, coupled with a keen legal mind, has led him to be a pillar of strength for those he represents.
His persistent pursuit of justice and unwavering support have earned him the respect and admiration of clients and peers alike. Since 2018, Jared has been selected as a Super Lawyers® Rising Star for Missouri and Kansas in the primary practice area of medical malpractice defense. He has also been included on the Best Lawyers in America®: Ones to Watch, for medical malpractice defense and workers’ compensation defense since 2022.
When not practicing law, Jared is heavily involved with his family and in the community. He has continuously served on the Board of Directors for The Child Advocacy Center of Northeast Missouri since 2016, and is involved in other local organizations.
Practice Areas
- Business and Commercial Litigation
- Condemnation
- Labor and Employment
- Medical Malpractice Defense
- Municipal Law
- Personal Injury Defense
- Worker’s Compensation Defense
Education
- Washington University School of Law, St. Louis, Missouri
- J.D. – 2014
- Honors: Dean’s List 2013-2014
- Law Journal: Washington University Journal of Law & Policy
- Southeast Missouri State University
- B.S. – 2010
- Honors: Dean’s List, 2008-2010
Bar Admissions
- Missouri, 2014
- Illinois, 2015
- U.S. District Court Eastern District of Missouri
- U.S. Court of Appeals 8th Circuit
Professional Associations
- The Missouri Bar
- Missouri Organization of Defense Lawyers
- Bar Association of Metropolitan St. Louis
- St. Charles County Bar Association
Honors
- Best Lawyers in America – Ones to Watch in America, Medical Malpractice Law - Defendants
- Best Lawyers in America – Ones to Watch in America, Workers’ Compensation Law - Employers
- Super Lawyers - Rising Stars list for Missouri and Kansas, Medical Malpractice Law - Defendants
Pro-Bono Activities
- The Child Center, Inc. Board of Directors, 2016-Present
- O’Fallon Chamber of Commerce, Board of Directors, 2023-Present
- Western St. Charles County Chamber of Commerce, Member
- Elks Lodge, Local 2587, Member
Employment
- United States District Court, Eastern District of Missouri, Honorable Nannette A. Baker, Intern (Fall, 2013)
- United States District Court, Middle District of Florida, Honorable Harvey E. Schlesinger, Intern (Summer, 2012)