Leroy C. Tieman, Insurance Attorney in St Joseph, Missouri
Over 35 years of legal practice · focused on Insurance, Personal Injury, and Workers Comp · 4.4/5 rating from 1 verified client review
PartneratTieman, Spencer & Hicks, LLC
St Joseph, MO
Practicing insurance in St Joseph since 1991.
- 35+
- Years practicing
- 4.4 ★
- 1 client review
- 2
- Bar admissions
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Leroy C. Tieman is a partner based in St. Joseph, MO. The practice focuses on Insurance, Personal Injury, and Workers Comp. Leroy has over 35 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Tieman, Spencer & Hicks, LLC. Rated 4.4 out of 5 from 1 client review.
- Based in
- St. Joseph, MO
- Experience
- over 35 years
- Known for
- Insurance · Personal Injury · Workers Comp
- Handles Insurance, Personal Injury, and Workers Comp matters from St. Joseph, MO.
- Over 35 years of practice as a licensed attorney.
- Recognized with BV Distinguished.
About Leroy C. Tieman: Leroy C. Tieman is a partner based in St. Joseph, MO. The practice focuses on Insurance, Personal Injury, and Workers Comp. Leroy has over 35 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Tieman, Spencer & Hicks, LLC. Rated 4.4 out of 5 from 1 client review.
Areas of practice
Leroy's practice areas in St Joseph
Leroy concentrates on insurance, personal injury, and workers comp. Each area below outlines the kind of case Leroy handles, typical outcomes to expect, and how the intake process starts.
Insurance
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Workers Comp
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Insurance cases in St Joseph, Missouri
Leroy takes insurance matters in St Joseph, Missouri. Typical engagements include intake calls to scope the issue, review of any records or filings you already have, and a written strategy memo before Leroy agrees to represent you.
Personal Injury cases in St Joseph, Missouri
Leroy takes personal injury matters in St Joseph, Missouri. Typical engagements include intake calls to scope the issue, review of any records or filings you already have, and a written strategy memo before Leroy agrees to represent you.
Workers Comp cases in St Joseph, Missouri
Leroy takes workers comp matters in St Joseph, Missouri. Typical engagements include intake calls to scope the issue, review of any records or filings you already have, and a written strategy memo before Leroy agrees to represent you.
Biography
Leroy C. Tieman, insurance attorney serving St Joseph
Leroy C. Tieman is a partner based in St. Joseph, MO. The practice focuses on Insurance, Personal Injury, and Workers Comp. Leroy has over 35 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Tieman, Spencer & Hicks, LLC. Rated 4.4 out of 5 from 1 client review. Leroy works from St Joseph, Missouri and takes on insurance matters across the region.
Leroy C. Tieman is a lawyer practicing personal injury law, workers' compensation, insurance law. Leroy received a B.S. degree from Columbia College in 1988, and has been licensed for 35 years. Leroy practices at Tieman, Spencer & Hicks, LLC in St. Joseph, MO.
Leroy's approach to insurance cases
Leroy C. Tieman is a lawyer practicing personal injury law, workers' compensation, insurance law. Leroy received a B.S. degree from Columbia College in 1988, and has been licensed for 35 years. Leroy practices at Tieman, Spencer & Hicks, LLC in St. Joseph, MO.
The kind of cases Leroy takes
Leroy reviews new inquiries case-by-case for insurance, personal injury, and workers comp matters in St Joseph and the surrounding Missouri area.
Credentials
Credentials — where Leroy studied and practices
University of Missouri at Columbia
J.D. · 1991
Columbia College
B.S. Columbia · 1988
Jurisdictions
Leroy's state bar admissions
Missouri
1991 · ACTIVE
U.S. District Court,
1991 · ACTIVE
Leroy studied at J.D. in University of Missouri at Columbia and B.S. Columbia in Columbia College.
Law school and academic background
Leroy completed J.D. in University of Missouri at Columbia and B.S. Columbia in Columbia College. Formal legal training is one signal of substantive knowledge — the day-to-day practice Leroy runs in Missouri is where that training gets applied to real client questions.
Recognition
Leroy's legal honors and published work
Leroy has received 1 formal recognition from bar associations, industry bodies, and peer-review services.
BV Distinguished
Legal awards and honors
BV Distinguished.
Locations
Leroy C. Tieman's office in St. Joseph
Leroy's primary office is at 702 Felix St., St. Joseph, MO, 64501. In-person meetings are by appointment; a phone intake usually comes first.
Client feedback
Client reviews of Leroy C. Tieman — 4.4/5 rating from 1 verified client review
Every review below is from a verified client of Leroy. Reviews cover communication, case outcome, and value — the three signals that matter most when comparing insurance attorneys in St Joseph.
4.4
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How to hire Leroy C. Tieman — what to expect in your first consultation
Working with a new insurance attorney should feel structured. Here's how the first two conversations with Leroy usually go, from the moment you request a consult to the day representation begins.
Consultation formats and pricing
Leroy charges for the initial consult. That fee is credited toward representation if you retain Leroy's office.
What to bring to your first meeting
Bring any documents you already have — police reports, medical records, filed pleadings, correspondence from an insurer, a copy of the contract at issue. If you're not sure, err on the side of bringing everything; Leroy will tell you what matters and what doesn't.
Questions to ask a insurance attorney in St Joseph, Missouri
A short list to run through before you commit: How many insurance matters have you handled in the last year? What's your fee structure? Who else in the office will work on this? What's your realistic estimate of timeline and range of outcomes? How do I reach you between meetings?
Fees & payment
Fees, payment methods, and consultation options for Leroy
Leroy discusses fees during intake so the arrangement fits the matter. Contingency, hourly, and flat-fee options are all common in insurance practice — ask which fits.
Hourly rates, contingency fees, and flat-fee options
Every insurance matter is priced differently. Simple document review might be a flat fee. Injury litigation is often contingency. Complex commercial disputes usually run hourly with a retainer. Leroy confirms the model in the engagement letter before any work starts.
Payment methods and payment plans
Leroy's office accepts standard payment methods. Ask about payment plans if the retainer is a stretch — many insurance practices work with clients on structured schedules.
Frequently asked
Frequently asked questions about Leroy C. Tieman
How much does it cost to hire Leroy for a insurance case?
Cost depends on the type of matter, the fee model (contingency, flat, hourly), and how contested the case becomes. Leroy walks through the likely range during the consult so there are no surprises.
Does Leroy offer a free consultation?
Leroy charges for the initial consult; that fee is credited toward representation if you retain Leroy's office. Some insurance attorneys offer free consults — check Leroy's current terms during booking.
How long do insurance cases in Missouri typically take?
Simple insurance matters can wrap in a few weeks; disputed cases can run 6–18 months from intake to resolution, longer if the matter goes to trial. Leroy gives a realistic estimate for your facts at the consult — vague answers here are a red flag.
Can Leroy take my case if I'm outside St Joseph?
Leroy is licensed in Missouri. Matters governed by Missouri law are the natural fit. Out-of-state matters are handled case-by-case, sometimes with local co-counsel. Ask during intake — Leroy will tell you if the case is a fit or refer you to someone closer to your court.
What should I bring to my first meeting with Leroy?
Bring every document that touches the dispute: contracts, correspondence, police or medical reports, filed pleadings, invoices, photographs, insurance letters. Also bring a written timeline of what happened, in your own words. Leroy will filter what matters — over-preparing at intake is always cheaper than needing a second meeting.
Is Leroy accepting new insurance clients right now?
Leroy's intake status shifts week to week. Submit the form; the office will confirm availability or refer the matter out.
Areas served
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