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CURRENT LEADERSHIP
APPOINTMENTS

  • Executive Committee in the Camp Lejeune Water Litigation – EDNC 7:23-cv-00897
  • Plaintiffs’ Steering Committee as the Co-Chair of the Law & Briefing Committee in MDL 2846: In Re: Davol, Inc./C.R. Bard, Inc., Polypropylene Hernia Mesh Products Liability Litigation.

EDUCATION

  • University of Missouri-Kansas City, Kansas City, Missouri
  • Juris Doctor, J.D.

Robert L. Kinsman

Co-Founder | Attorney at Law

Robert L. Kinsman serves to bring large-scale results to a wide arrange of clients. Robert has been at the forefront of some of the most unique cases in the country. He plays a significant leadership role in each of his cases, whether it be case investigation and development, science and expert development, bellwether selection, settlement negotiation and coordination, trial and trial preparation, or briefing case-defining motions and case management orders. His peers often see him as a multi-purpose, versatile advocate that is always ready to jump in and help on any task so his clients are able to find a just and fair result. Robert’s recent appointments have been to the Executive Committee in the Camp Lejeune Water Litigation – EDNC 7:23-cv-00897; Plaintiffs’ Steering Committee as the Co-Chair of the Law & Briefing Committee in MDL 2846: In Re: Davol, Inc./C.R. Bard, Inc., Polypropylene Hernia Mesh Products Liability Litigation; and, Plaintiffs’ Steering Committee in MDL 2974: In Re: Paragard IUD Products Liability Litigation.

Dedication to Client Success

Robert practices throughout the country litigating mass tort and complex litigation cases involving environmental disasters, defective products, and pharmaceuticals. His trial experience encompasses civil cases as well as felony criminal prosecutions. Along with developing and executing winning litigation strategies, Robert has managed some of the largest dockets of cases in the country from client sign-up thru settlement. Tens of thousands of clients have entrusted Krause & Kinsman with their stories. Scores of co-counsel and referral law firms have called Krause & Kinsman their partners.

Client-First Approach

The clients that choose Krause & Kinsman come from near and far. Robert, and his firm as a whole, take extreme pride in representing the people that choose Krause & Kinsman as their advocates. Robert’s firm has a strong belief in the motto “No Client Left Behind.” Krause & Kinsman has developed some of the most innovative client relations systems in the legal space. Krause & Kinsman consistently looks for ways to improve the client relationship to better tell their individual stories. Robert’s knack for knowing and understanding his individual client’s stories has paved the way for his clients to routinely be selected as lead bellwether plaintiffs in major, national litigations. He finds the most joy advocating for the people that put their faith and trust in him.

Life Beyond the Law

Outside of law, Robert enjoys traveling and cooking with his beautiful wife (Ali) and daughters (Leighton and Scarlett). In college, Robert was close to transferring to culinary school. His favorite recipes center around flavorful pastas and perfectly grilled meats. Robert and his family call Puerto Rico home. They love all of the natural beauty, vibrant culture, delicious cuisine, and friendly community that Puerto Rico offers. Sunscreen is a must!

Admissions

  • United States District Court for the Western District of Missouri
  • United States District Court for the District of Kansas
  • United States District Court for the Southern District of Indiana (Pro Hac Vice)
  • United States District Court for the District of Arizona (Pro Hac Vice)
  • United States District Court for the Northern District of Georgia (Pro Hac Vice)
  • United States District Court for the District of New Hampshire (Pro Hac Vice)
  • United States District Court for the Eastern District of North Carolina (Pro Hac Vice)
  • State of Missouri
  • State of Kansas
  • State of New Jersey (Pro Hac Vice)

Professional Membership

  • Trial Lawyers of Puerto Rico, Board Member
  • American Association For Justice
  • National Trial Lawyers
  • Missouri Bar Association
  • Kansas Bar Association
  • Kansas City Metropolitan Bard Association, former Young Lawyers Section President
  • Missouri Association of Trial Attorneys
  • Kansas Trial Lawyers Association

Recent Cases

  • In re: Acetaminophen Products Liability Litigation (MDL Case No. 3043),
  • In Re: Zantac (Ranitidine) Products Liability Litigation (MDL Case No. 2924 and state court litigations),
  • The Coalition of Abused Scouts for Justice (Case No. Bankr. D. 20-10343),
  • In Re: Paragard IUD Products Liability Litigation (MDL Case No. 2974)
  • In Re: Roundup Herbicide Litigation (MCL Case No. 190202273)
  • In Re: Atrium Medical Corp. C-Qur Mesh Products Liability Litigation (MDL Case No. 2753)
  • In re: Ethicon Physiomesh Flexible Composite Hernia Mesh Products Liability Litigation (MDL Case No. 2782)
  • In Re: Physiomesh Litigation (MCL Case No. 627)
  • In Re: Proceed Mesh Litigation (MCL Case No. 630)
  • In Re: Prolene Hernia System Mesh Litigation (MCL Case No. 633)
  • In Re: Cook Medical, Inc., IVC Filters Marketing, Sales Practices and Products Liability Litigation (MDL Case No. 2570)
  • In Re: Bard IVC Filters Products Liability Litigation (MDL Case No. 2641)
  • In Re Boston Scientific Corp. Pelvic Repair System Products Liability Litigation (MDL Case No. 2326)
  • In re: Benicar (Olmesartan) Product Liability Litigation (MDL Case No. 2606)
  • In re: Syngenta AG MIR162 Corn Litigation (MDL Case No. 2591)
Super Lawyers, Rising Stars, and Top 40 Under 40 badges representing awards presented to Krause & Kinsman.