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Civil Rights & §1983

Civil rights & §1983 representation in Southeast Missouri

Overview

When the government violates your rights, someone has to be held accountable

Walsh Law Firm prosecutes civil rights cases and is committed to protecting your rights and liberties. When people are denied the rights guaranteed to them, we work to hold those responsible accountable and to pursue the justice and compensation our clients are owed.

We handle civil rights matters including police misconduct, victims of government misconduct, and the rights of criminal defendants. Stephen Walsh has considerable experience with Section 1983 claims and other actions that protect the rights guaranteed by the U.S. Constitution and by local, state, and federal law.

We're proud to serve clients of every race, ethnicity, religion, economic status, sexual orientation, and gender. Every person has the right to have their rights vindicated before the bar of justice. To talk with Stephen Walsh or BJ Knapp, contact our Poplar Bluff office.

Why clients choose us

  • Experienced §1983 and constitutional-rights litigation
  • Police-misconduct and government-misconduct cases
  • Federal-court trial experience
  • We serve clients of every background, equally
  • Free, confidential consultation with Steve or BJ
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Common questions

What is a Section 1983 claim?

Section 1983 is a federal law that lets you sue government officials — like police — who violate your constitutional rights while acting under color of law.

What kinds of civil rights cases do you handle?

Police misconduct, other government misconduct, and the rights of criminal defendants, among other constitutional-rights matters.

Do I need to pay up front for a civil rights case?

Reach out for a free consultation and we'll explain how fees work for your specific situation before you commit to anything.

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We Fight For You

Tell us what happened. The consultation is free and confidential — or call and talk to us right now.