About Timothy Charles
Timothy Charles Sansone is a prominent shareholder at Sandberg Phoenix & von Gontard P.C., located in St. Louis, Missouri. Joining the firm in 2002, he has established himself as a leader in the legal community, currently heading the Appellate and Complex Litigation Team. His leadership extends beyond litigation; he also serves as Chair of Professional Development and has previously chaired the firm's Paralegal Group. This breadth of responsibility highlights his commitment to fostering growth and excellence within the firm. In terms of education, Timothy earned his Juris Doctor, magna cum laude, from Saint Louis University School of Law in 1998.
Prior to this achievement, he obtained a Bachelor of Arts in Political Science from Washington University in St. Louis in 1993. His academic journey began at the United States Military Academy at West Point in 1989, where he laid the foundation for his disciplined approach to law and advocacy. This diverse educational background equips him with a unique perspective on complex legal issues. Timothy's practice primarily focuses on complex litigation, which encompasses product liability claims, business disputes, appellate practice, and class actions. He is known for his collaborative approach, frequently consulting with trial attorneys and colleagues to devise innovative solutions for intricate cases.
His ability to handle the requirements of the legal field has made him a trusted advisor among peers and clients alike. His professional affiliations reflect his dedication to the legal profession. Timothy is a member of both the Illinois State Bar Association and the Missouri State Bar. He holds admission to practice in Missouri and Illinois, as well as in the U.S. District Courts for the Eastern, Western, and Southern Districts of Missouri, and the Northern and Southern Districts of Illinois. Additionally, he is admitted to the U.S.
Courts of Appeals for the Seventh and Eighth Circuits, enhancing his ability to represent clients at multiple levels of the judicial system. Recognition for Timothy's work has been significant — Since 2025, he has been listed in The Best Lawyers in America for Appellate Practice. That same year, Missouri Lawyers Media included him in its POWER LIST of the 30 most powerful appellate attorneys in Missouri. His accolades also include the Legal Champion Award from Missouri Lawyers Weekly in 2017 and the Outstanding Achievement Award from the Missouri Organization of Defense Lawyers in 2019. His leadership roles within the Missouri Bar’s Appellate Practice Committee, including serving as Vice Chair and later as Chair from 2022 to 2025, further underscore his influence and commitment to advancing the field of appellate law.
