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At Cross Monumental Law Firm, LLC, we're more than just a legal team – we're a group of dedicated professionals committed to making a difference in the lives of our clients. Founded by Gerald Lee Cross, Jr., affectionately known as "Lee," our firm has built a reputation for excellence in civil litigation across Kansas, Missouri, and beyond. Lee, a nationally recognized attorney, was honored in 2014 as one of the Top 40 Under 40 Litigation Lawyers in Kansas by the American Society for Legal Advocates. This accolade reflects his unwavering dedication to justice and his skill in handling complex cases.

Our Story and Mission

Cross Monumental Law Firm was established with a simple yet powerful mission: to serve clients with diverse needs, providing top-tier legal representation in civil litigation. We focus on areas like agricultural issues, business disputes, personal injury, environmental concerns, and mass torts. Over the years, we've expanded our reach to handle cases nationally and even internationally, always putting our clients' best interests first.


Lee Cross brings a wealth of experience to the table. As the lead attorney, he's passionate about advocating for those who've been wronged. His approach is rooted in empathy, understanding that legal battles often come at the most challenging times in people's lives. Our firm values integrity, perseverance, and innovation, ensuring we stay ahead in an ever-changing legal landscape.

Meet Our Team

While Lee leads the charge, our success comes from a collaborative team of skilled attorneys, paralegals, and support staff. Each member is selected for their expertise and commitment to client service. We're not the kind of firm that treats you like a number – we build relationships based on trust and open communication.


  • Gerald Lee Cross, Jr. (Lee): Founder and Principal Attorney. Specializes in civil litigation with a focus on personal injury and mass torts. Licensed in Kansas and Missouri, with pro hac vice admissions in over 30 states.
  • Our Support Team: Experienced professionals who handle everything from research to client communications, ensuring your case moves smoothly.



We've achieved notable results, including multi-million-dollar settlements in personal injury and environmental cases. But our greatest achievement? The gratitude of clients who've found closure and compensation through our efforts.

Our Values

  • Client-Centered Service: Your needs drive everything we do.
  • Ethical Practice: We uphold the highest standards of legal ethics.
  • Community Involvement: Giving back to Kansas and Missouri communities through pro bono work and local initiatives.
  • Continuous Learning: Staying updated on legal developments to better serve you.


We serve clients throughout the region, nationally, and abroad, offering compassionate yet aggressive representation.


Contact us today to learn how we can help. We're located in the Midwest but ready to go wherever justice calls.

Gerald Lee Cross, Jr., or “Lee”

Dedicated and Nationally Recognized

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Cross Law Firm, LLC (“Cross Law Firm”) serves clients with diverse needs throughout Kansas, Missouri, nationally, and abroad. In 2014, Lee was recognized as one of the Top 40 Under 40 Litigation lawyers in the State of Kansas by the American Society for Legal Advocates. Cross Law Firm offers representation in civil litigation (focusing on agricultural, business, personal injury, environmental, and mass tort issues). In 2015, Lee was also named a Top 40 Under 40 Attorney for civil litigation by the National Trial Lawyers. In 2016 and 2017, Lee was named to the NTL’s Mass Tort Top 25.


Throughout the history of Lee’s practice and the history of Cross Law Firm, Lee has worked on many different talented and tenacious legal teams, mostly representing farmers but many different people who have been hurt or injured. Specifically, Lee has worked with counsel on projects across the country in over thirty states.

In 2014, Cross Monumental Law Firm began working on a legal team that represents farmers across the country against SYNGENTA as a result of destroying corn prices. Specifically, producers were harmed by Syngenta’s conduct related to its premature introduction of genetically-modified corn seed into the U.S. market before it obtained approval for corn export partners of the U.S., such as China. This conduct caused many billions of dollars of damages to American producers. Our legal team works with many attorneys across the country, has extensive staff and multiple locations, and can offer resources for managing complex agricultural, mass tort, and class action cases above and beyond what other firms have to offer. We currently represent many farmers and people across the country, throughout the corn belt, and the Dakotas, and would be glad to discuss this matter with you. We have the knowledge and skills necessary to fight for small farmers against big agribusiness successfully.

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In 2010, attorney Gerald Lee Cross, Jr. (licensed in Kansas and Missouri), was also a member of a legal team that was named a Finalist for Trial Lawyer of the Year by the Public Justice Foundation. In light of that recognition, the Cross Monumental  Law Firm is committed to providing the highest quality of legal service, educating clients regarding the risks and options in their specific case, developing strategies and objectives to achieve their desired results, and fighting for farmers, property owners, consumers (their families, and their communities).


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Lee is a seventh generation Johnson Countian and is dedicated to preserving the broad range of opportunities the College offers to students.


Lee is a father of two, proud husband and an attorney.  Before attending the University of Kansas and UMKC Law School, JCCC provided Lee with the launchpad he needed to jump start his career.

Professional Leadership and Associations


Member, American Bar Association
Law Student Division, 2004-2007
Attorney, 2007-Present
 

Member, Missouri Bar Association, 2007-Present
Member, Kansas City Bar Association, 2007-Present
Member, Kansas Bar Association, 2008-Present
 

Member, Kansas Trial Lawyers Association, 2008-Present
Board of Governors, Jr. Member, 2010-Present
New Lawyers Division (NLD) Board of Governors, 2012-Present
Membership Chair and Executive Committee, 2013-Present
 

Chair, Legacy of Justice Foundation, 2017-Present
 

Member, Missouri Association of Trial Attorneys, 2008-Present
Member, American Association of Justice (NLD Board of Governors), 2008-Present
Member, Johnson County Bar Association, 2010-Present


Jurisdictions Licensed

Missouri, 2007
Kansas, 2008


Education

University of Kansas, B.A., 2002
University of Missouri at Kansas City, J.D., 2007


Other Community Activities

Member, Asbury United Methodist Church: Leadership Team, Staff Parish Relations Committee,

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and Church and Society committees, 2008-Present

Board Member, Asbury Children Center Board of Directors, 2016-Present

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Board Member, Boy Scouts of America-Heart of America Council-Shawnee Trails, 2015-Present

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Board Member, Kansas Institute of Forensic Examiners, 2013-Present


Achievements

  • 2010: Finalist, Public Justice Foundation, Trial Lawyer of the Year Award (team member)
  • 2013: Named Membership Chair and to Executive Committee of the Kansas Trial Lawyers Association.
  • 2013: Elected to the Johnson County Community College Board of Trustees (county-wide popular vote).
  • 2014: named one of the top 40 under 40 Litigation attorneys in the State of Kansas for 2014 by the American Society of Legal Advocates
  • 2015: named a top 40 under 40 Attorney for civil litigation by the National Trial Lawyers.
  • 2017: Named Chair of the KTLA’s Legacy of Justice Foundation.
  • 2016-17: named by the National Trial Lawyers to their Mass Tort Top 25.
  • 2017: designated by Thomson Reuters as a Rising Star and recognized in Superlawyers.com directory.
  • 2017: Re-elected to the JCCC Board of Trustees (county-wide popular vote, in the largest county in Kansas, near KC, Mo.)