PJ
Biography
1000 W. Nifong Blvd., Building 7, Suite 201, Columbia, MO 65203
Patrick has been a practicing attorney in Columbia, Missouri since 1973. As a senior partner, Pat helped establish Eng & Woods as one of Columbia’s premier law firms. He has tried more than 100 cases to conclusion in both civil and criminal courts and has tried jury cases in a majority of counties in Missouri.
Pat appeared in and first-chaired jury trials in federal courts throughout the state. Pat successfully tried a notable case that was aired on Court TV, featuring commentary by Nancy Grace.
When Pat is not in the courtroom, he strives to educate fellow attorneys on trial litigation. He provides guidance through continuing legal education (CLE) programs run by the Missouri Bar Association and Missouri Association of Criminal Defense Lawyers (MADCL).
Pat has earned a strong reputation as a professional, fair attorney throughout his career. He has received several awards and noteworthy recognitions in the legal field. Some of his recognitions include:
Education
- University of Missouri at Kansas City
- J.D.
- 1973 University of Missouri
- Columbia
- B.S. in Business Administration
- 1968; B.J. in Journalism
- 1970 Member
- Phi Delta Phi