Business Details
Civil Rights & Employment Law Advocates
Kennedy Hunt is a dedicated civil rights law firm with decades of collective experience in employment law, education law, and civil rights advocacy. Our attorneys bring a deep commitment to justice, specializing in cases involving discrimination, disability rights, and systemic inequities. With a focus on marginalized communities, we combine zealous advocacy with personalized legal strategies to protect clients' rights in workplaces, schools, and public institutions. Our team has secured landmark victories in complex litigation, including class actions and high-stakes disability law cases.We maintain a client-centered approach, prioritizing transparency and empowerment throughout the legal process. Our attorneys hold leadership roles in national disability rights organizations and have received recognition for their contributions to social justice. Through strategic litigation and policy advocacy, we strive to create lasting systemic change while delivering individualized representation to every client.
Services
Employment Law
Education Law
Civil Rights Litigation
Disability Discrimination
Special Education Advocacy
Title IX Cases
Wage and Hour Claims
School Discipline Defense
Highlights and features
- We have over 50 years of combined experience in civil rights litigation
- Our attorneys hold leadership roles in national disability rights organizations
- Proven track record in complex disability discrimination and special education cases
- Client-focused approach with personalized legal strategy sessions
- Recognized for groundbreaking work in foster care and juvenile justice reform
What people say
Zealous advocacy
Personalized attention
Favorable outcome
Understands our frustration
Great lawyers
Services
Employment Law
We represent employees in discrimination, harassment, and wage violation cases. Our attorneys handle wrongful termination, retaliation claims, and Fair Labor Standards Act violations. With deep expertise in Missouri and Illinois labor laws, we advocate for fair workplace practices through litigation and settlement negotiations.
Education Law
Our firm specializes in disability rights within educational settings. We assist families with IEP development, Section 504 accommodations, and school discipline issues. We challenge discriminatory practices in public and private schools while ensuring compliance with the Individuals with Disabilities Education Act.
Civil Rights Litigation
We litigate cases involving government misconduct, housing discrimination, and constitutional violations. Our practice includes First Amendment retaliation claims, police misconduct cases, and fair housing advocacy. We represent clients in federal courts across the Midwest with a focus on systemic reform.
Disability Discrimination
Our attorneys combat discrimination against individuals with disabilities in workplaces, schools, and public accommodations. We handle ADA compliance issues, reasonable accommodation disputes, and institutional neglect cases. Our work includes both individual representation and class action litigation to improve systemic access.
Special Education Advocacy
We advocate for students with disabilities through IEP negotiations, due process hearings, and court litigation. Our services include challenging school disciplinary actions, securing appropriate educational placements, and ensuring compliance with federal disability education laws in Missouri and Illinois school districts.
People
Thomas E. Kennedy III
Of Counsel
Civil rights attorney with 50+ years of experience advocating for marginalized communities, specializing in disability rights, foster care reform, and employment discrimination cases.
Sarah Jane Hunt
Managing Partner
Experienced litigator focusing on civil rights and special education law, with notable success in class action wage theft cases and disability accommodation disputes.
Nicole Matlock
Partner
Employment law expert with extensive experience in discrimination, retaliation, and breach of contract cases, representing clients in state and federal courts.
Amber Kempf
Attorney
Civil rights advocate providing litigation support in complex discrimination cases, with focus on legal research, motion practice, and trial preparation.
Michelle Faron
Attorney
Specializes in civil rights disputes involving wage violations and workers' compensation retaliation, representing clients before administrative agencies and in court proceedings.
Questions
What areas of law does Kennedy Hunt specialize in?
We focus on employment law, education law, and civil rights litigation, with particular expertise in disability discrimination, special education advocacy, and constitutional rights violations.
Do you handle cases outside St. Louis?
Yes, we represent clients throughout Missouri and Illinois in state and federal courts, including special education disputes and workplace discrimination cases.
How do you approach special education cases?
We work closely with families to ensure schools comply with IDEA and Section 504 requirements, advocating for appropriate IEPs and accommodations through negotiation or litigation.
What makes your civil rights practice unique?
Our attorneys combine decades of litigation experience with policy advocacy, focusing on systemic change while maintaining a strong track record in individual rights cases.
Can I submit my case details online?
Yes, we offer case questionnaires on our website for employment law, education law, and civil rights matters to help evaluate potential claims efficiently.
