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You won't find many lawyers that really earned their spot, but I am the exception.  I grew up in real poverty and got out of it through hard work and force of will.  Ask other attorneys about their background and you'll hear a lot that grew up with priviledge, and just got by because of whom they know.  I grew tired of working at firms, and even government jobs, where performance did not matter, it was who you knew, so I started my own firm.  Other lawyers love to give you a lot of talk, but they take on so many clients you won't get personal service once they get your money.  I will work with you until the case is over, and prepare you for what will come after.  Don't just be another paycheck for a large firm, get personal service.

Why a lawyer?  This is a common question that I get from friends, family and even my kids.  For me it came when I was in college.  At the very mature age of 18 (insert sarcasm), I knew I was interested in the law and that’s about it.  I grew up watching my parents go to work every day with dread.  They worked hard and took pride in their work, but they were never excited about what they were doing.  My mom told me about this concept of never working a day in your life if you liked what you did.  Sign me up for that!  I considered becoming a police officer; however, when I learned that fighting was commonplace, I abandoned that idea.  I’ll talk and argue all day long, but I’m not signing up for a sucker punch to the face.  If you just stand back and think about what police officers do, it’s pretty amazing.  When others run away from gun fire, they run towards it.  To many peoples’ surprise, it actually was a negative encounter with a dishonest police officer that sent me to law school.  I oftentimes say, “There’s nothing better than a good cop and nothing worse than a bad one.”  I have yet to hear someone disagree.  I have been a lawyer since 2006.  Lawyers typically meet people when they are going through hard times.  One thing that I can offer is The Golden Rule.  At least that is what it was called when I was young.  “Treat others the way you want to be treated;” I can hear my mom saying now. I have found that using my knowledge, abilities and experience to help good people going through hard times has given me that thing I wanted as a not-so-mature 18-year-old - “If you love what you do, you will never work a day in your life.”

When a high-profile individual is forced to address a legal matter in the media spotlight, Neil Bruntrager is often hired to handle the case. Because of Bruntrager's legal expertise and his philosophy of avoiding publicity, prominent clients turn to him when they need legal help. "At Bruntrager & Billings, we keep the focus on the client and refuse to get distracted by the media circus," Bruntrager explains.. Bruntrager began his legal career in 1981 as prosecutor. After receiving an undergraduate degree in urban studies with a minor in political science from Saint Louis University in 1978, he attended the Saint Louis University School of Law, graduating in 1981. Shortly after graduation, Bruntrager joined the St. Louis Circuit Attorney's Office, which prosecutes state-level crimes in the city of St. Louis.. "Working as an assistant circuit attorney was a valuable part of my legal career," Bruntrager says. "Almost immediately, you're trying cases." Bruntrager was sworn in as an attorney on Sept. 16, 1981 and was picking his first jury one month later.. As an assistant circuit attorney, Bruntrager handled hundreds of cases. His three-year tenure taught Bruntrager much about police procedures, the handling of evidence and law enforcement resources. It also gave him an almost daily opportunity to appear before St. Louis judges.. In 1984, Bruntrager left the prosecutor's office and joined the family firm, Bruntrager & Billings. Over the past 25 years, Bruntrager has developed a thriving general trial practice that includes criminal defense, personal injury, federal personal injury and worker compensation cases. As a civil litigator, Bruntrager has obtained multimillion-dollar results on behalf of his clients, both as verdicts won and cases settled. Bruntrager is proud of the fact that his firm represents the St. Louis Police Officers Association. "Police officers know who is a good trial lawyer," Bruntrager notes. "The fact that our firm represents the association is an honor." As a natural extension of its public sector legal work, Bruntrager & Billings has also given guidance to fire and ambulance districts; currently the firm represents eight fire and ambulance districts located in the St. Louis region.. Because of his expertise, Bruntrager is frequently invited to speak to professional and public sector groups. He also lectures at continuing legal education seminars and has taught business law at the University of Missouri-St. Louis as an adjunct professor.. An active member of the Bar and the community, Bruntrager served for several years on the board of governors of the Missouri Association of Trial Attorneys. Along with the other members of his firm, he raises money for Catholic Legal Services, which assists victims of abuse, and is involved with the Thomas More Society.. "What I do isn't work-it's a vocation," says Bruntrager. "People depend on you, and you have to rise to the level of their expectations."

W. Scott Rose has 20 years of experience practicing law, and he limits his practice to criminal defense and DWI cases in the St. Louis area.

The Law Offices of Brian J. Cooke, LLC is a top rated criminal defense law firm representing individuals under investigation or facing criminal prosecution in Missouri State and Municipal Courts. Attorney Brian Cooke has been named a Rising Star by Superlawyers Magazine, was awarded "10 Best in Client Satisfaction" for DWI cases in Missouri, and the Client's choice award by . We take on the toughest cases and achieve the best possible results for our clients.. We recognize that even minor matters can have significant consequences to our clients’ families and careers, so whether fighting a first-time DWI or facing a potential life sentence, we will exhaust every avenue to defend our clients' rights.. If you are under investigation or charged with a crime, please call and set up a time to meet in person and discuss strategies to protect you, your famly and your career.. Attorney Brian Cooke represents individuals facing misdemeanor and serious felony charges in courts accross the State if Missouri including, but not limited to St. Louis City, St. Louis County, Jefferson County, St. Charles County, Warren County, Lincoln County, and Franklin County.

SUSAN K. ROACH, managing attorney for The ROACH LAW FIRM, has practiced civil and criminal law for over twenty eight years throughout the State of Missouri and in the United States District Court and the United States Court of Appeals. Ms. Roach is a former Assistant Prosecuting Attorney having served as such under former St. Louis County Prosecuting Attorney George R. “Buzz” Westfall. While practicing as an Assistant Prosecuting Attorney, Ms. Roach prosecuted major felony cases for the Office of St. Louis County Prosecuting Attorney.. Ms. Roach established her own civil litigation and criminal defense firm after completing her term with the Prosecuting Attorneys Office and has practiced in civil and criminal litigation over the last twenty eight years. Ms. Roach has obtained large settlements and verdicts in cases ranging from workers compensation to personal injury. Additionally, Ms. Roach is noted throughout the legal community for her aggressive and competent representation of individuals involved in domestic disputes ranging from divorce to motions to modify and contempt and paternity actions. Susan Roach has successfully litigated civil and criminal cases throughout the State of Missouri and in Federal District Court and the United States Court of Appeals. She has appeared in Federal District Court in the State of Missouri, Illinois and Texas. She has represented labor union members in major industrial disputes and was successful in bringing and resolving a class action for the reinstatement of seniority rights for union members against a major corporation in the State of Missouri. Ms. Roach has been involved in major business and contract litigation obtaining the desired results for her clients. Ms. Roach has attained consistently favorable results in her criminal defense cases including many not guilty verdicts. She has tried criminal defense cases in Federal and State courts throughout her career. She is licensed in the State of Missouri, United States District Court and the United states Court of Appeals, Eighth Circuit. She obtained her undergraduate degree from Indiana University and her juris doctorate from St. Louis University. She is a member of the National Association of Criminal Defense Attorneys.

Steven A. Waterkotte focuses his practice almost exclusively on criminal defense. He defends the rights of the accused in felony and misdemeanor criminal cases. Mr. Waterkotte has a reputation as a passionate and relentless fighter for his clients. Steve Waterkotte has jury-tried many cases in courtrooms across Missouri. He has obtained not guilty verdicts on cases ranging from murder to rape to misdemeanors. He has been widely recognized in the criminal defense industry by his peers as demonstrated by a number of awards such as Best of the Best – Top 10, Lawyers of Distinction, National Trial Lawyer – Top 100, and Missouri Top 10 Criminal Defense Attorney.

Nathan Swanson is an associate with Rosenblum, Schwartz & Fry.  Nathan received his B.A. from the Colorado College in 2004, and his M.A. from King’s College, London in 2006.  He graduated from the University of Denver Sturm College of Law in 2009.. While at DU, Nathan served as a student attorney with the Civil Rights Clinic, representing those incarcerated in the Supermax prison, located in Canon City, Colorado.  He was admitted to the Colorado Bar in October, 2009, and to the Missouri Bar in April, 2010.. He began his career in Denver, litigating in the persona injury.  He moved to Missouri to pursue his dream of criminal defense.  Since 2011, he has devoted himself to representing and defending those who are accused of crimes, from the simple and mundane to the complicated and unique.

Nancy Martin is a partner at the law firm of Jenkins & Kling, P.C. located in Clayton, Missouri. She focuses her practice on bankruptcy, debtor/creditor rights, commercial law, and civil litigation.. After working several years for a creditors' rights firm as bankruptcy and litigation counsel to residential mortgage companies, Nancy established her own law office in 2009 to offer her clients sophisticated legal representation and insightful counsel. In 2014, she joined the firm of Jenkins & Kling, P.C., as a principal to carry on that mission with renewed focus and support.. Over the course of her career, Nancy has represented a vast range of creditors and debtors, inside and out of bankruptcy. This experience has given her a broad and varied perspective of the issues that both face--a perspective that is uncommon for many practitioners.  Nancy is motivated by the opportunity to listen to a client’s story and propose a plan for resolution. She is a problem-solver and does not hesitate to use any of the tools available under law to help her clients reach their goals.. Nancy serves as member of the Local Rules Advisory Committee for the United States Bankruptcy Court for the Eastern District of Missouri, which committee periodically drafts changes to the local rules of bankruptcy practice to improve the experience for both practitioner and litigant. She also presently serve as Vice President of the Hispanic Bar Association of St. Louis and Vice President of Membership of the BJC Toastmasters Club in St. Louis, Missouri.

My personal motto is that I am a man who wakes up each day hungry for life, focuses on making the most of my day and treats everyone with respect.. Professionally, I always return client phone calls and communicate within 24-hours, and always seek the best result for clients in the courtroom. By applying lessons I have learned while working at a local prosecutor's office and also for a high-volume criminal defense firm, clients will authentic legal representation through me because I have the necessary compassion and leadership required to produce courtroom results.

My name is Charles Barberio.  I have won dozens of jury trials and handled hundreds more to favorable dispositions through pleas or dismissals.  That being said, I think the thing my clients like about me the most is my genuine personality.  Usually when someone is in need of my services its not the best of times for them.  My clients really appreciate my calm demeanor and the fact they can trust me.  Building a good rapport is crucial to a succesful defense and trust is the foundation of that relationship.  I will answer all questions honestly and give my experienced opinion to best help my clients make an informed decision.  I have had the privilege and pleasure of working with some of the best lawyers in the area and they would be quick to tell you that I'm not so bad myself.  The proof is in my track record which I invite you to examine on my website.. Things to know:  I am a trial lawyer.  I have tried many cases in many different jurisdictions.  That does not mean that every case I take goes to trial.  In fact I would wager that 90% of the time my cases are disposed of without a trial; whether that is acceptance of a fair plea bargain or a variety of different dismissal options.  The fact that I am a winning trial lawyer allows me to get better returns for my clients on that 90% of the time when my cases don't go to trial.  Inevitably some cases are going to go to trial; when that day comes you can rest assured that you are in good hands during that stressful time.

Matthew is a principal in the law firm of Frank, Juengel & Radefeld, Attorneys at Law in Clayton, Missouri specializing in Federal and State criminal law.  He has tried cases throughout Illinois, Missouri, and the District Court of Eastern Missouri.  He has argued before the Eastern District of Missouri, the Missouri Supreme Court and U.S.C.A. for the Eighth Circuit.  He is licensed in the U.S. Supreme Court and the U.S.C.A for the Armed Forces.. Matthew has served as Chair of BAMSL's Criminal Practice Section and was a member of its CLE Committee and Board of Governors.  He served three terms on the Missouri Bar Young Lawyers Section, during which he served on its Executive Council, the Public Defender and Special Needs Task Forces.  He is currently an executive council member of the St. Louis County Bar Association.. Matthew has a long service record with the U.S. Military.  At the age of 17, he entered and served in the U.S. Marine Corps Reserves from 1993-2000.  Soon after he was honorably discharged from the Marines, the 9/11 tragedy occurred and Matthew once again volunteered to serve his country.  This time he was commissioned in the U.S. Army Reserves wherein he served 9 years in the JAG Corps and obtained the rank of Captain.  In both of these branches of the military, Matthew received numerous awards and commendations.. Matthew has a background in law enforcement and has prosecuted cases in both state and military courts.  During law school, Matthew interned at the McLean County, Illinois State's Attorney's Office, the City of St. Louis Circuit Attorney's Office and the United States Attorney's Office for the Eastern District of Missouri.  Through these experiences, Matthew has had an opportunity to see how a criminal case works its way through the system and has utilized this knowledge to better assist his clients today.. Matthew has achieved the distinction of being rated as an AV-Preeminent lawyer by Martindale-Hubbell in the area of criminal defense, a distinction reserved for the Top 5% of lawyers in the nation.  Throughout his career, he has received numerous other accolades for his litigation skills.  Most recently, Matthew's accomplishments in criminal trial work was recognized by his peers and judges when he was awarded the 2014 Lon O. Hocker Award for excellence in trial practice by the Missouri Bar.  Matthew has also authored numerous legal articles and presented CLE's for the Missouri Bar and Lorman Education Services.. In addition to defending criminal cases, Matthew has also successfully assisted clients with representation in administrative hearings pertaining to Child Abuse and Neglect Review Boards, Title IX hearings at universities and colleges throughout Missouri and Illinois, Department of Mental Health proceedings, Department of Agriculture EBT benefits contests, Department of Defense Security Clearance hearings, Conceal and Carry Permit Appeals, federal and state forfeitures and order of protection hearings- to name just a few.. If you need help, let Frank, Juengel & Radefeld, Attorneys at Law assist you in the manner that you deserve to be represented.

Matt Wayman is an associate attorney for the Hammer Law Firm, LLC, currently licensed to practice in state and Federal courts in Missouri and Illinois. With a specialty in criminal defense, Matt aims to be a positive agent of change operating within the criminal justice system. His most recent efforts include working towards ending cash bail, guided by the overarching belief that systematic change is possible through the efforts of individuals.. Prior to practicing, Matt attended the University of Missouri Columbia (earning an undergraduate degree in business administration) and St. Louis University School of Law (class of 2020). His most notable extracurriculars in law school included teaching criminal law to inmates at the City Justice Center and being an integral member of SLU Law’s trial ad competition team. Since joining the Hammer Law Firm, LLC, Matt has accrued significant trial experience acting as second chair on numerous jury trials, arguing motions and questioning witnesses in cases where the offender was facing extensive jail time.. When Matt’s not practicing law, he enjoys spending time with his amazing wife— a professional in the financial tech startup industry— and their equally amazing three year-old son. His pastimes include cycling, stand-up comedy, and admiring mid-century architecture.

Martin Minnigerode has spent his entire career litigating cases in Missouri courtrooms. Having worked for 15 years as a criminal law prosecutor in one of the busiest, most complex jurisdictions in the State of Missouri, he has acquired the skill and experience needed to help protect your rights. As a criminal law litigator, he has handled more than 4,000 felony cases in the State of Missouri’s Circuit Court and tried more than 85 felony trials in front of a jury, including murders, robberies, assaults, property and automobile thefts, burglaries, property crimes, drug charges and weapons related cases. He also worked at one of the largest law firms in St. Louis, defending hundreds of cases involving people who were injured at work.. With experience as a prosecutor, Martin Minnigerode understands the charges you are facing and the practices and tactics prosecutors will use against you in court. Now, he is putting his experience to work for you as a St. Louis criminal defense lawyer.  Whether you need criminal law help with a routine traffic ticket, or find yourself needing counsel from a St. Louis criminal defense lawyer for something more serious, you can count on Martin Minnigerode to have the knowledge and experience to analyze the facts of your case, provide straightforward advice, and help guide you through the legal process. .

Judge Adler received his B.S. degree in Business Administration, with an emphasis in Accounting, from the University of Missouri-Columbia, and his J.D. from the University of Missouri School of Law. Judge Adler was admitted to the Missouri Bar in 1974. From 1975 to 1978, he served as an Assistant Prosecuting Attorney for St. Louis County, MO.

Joe is a partner in the law firm of Frank & Juengel Law Group in Clayton, Missouri specializing in Federal and State criminal law. He is licensed in Missouri, Illinois, the U.S. District Court Eastern District of Missouri, and with the U.S.C.A for the Armed Forces. Joe is committed to defending those who have been accused of crimes and works to obtain the best result for each individual client.. Joe attended law school at Washington University in St. Louis. After graduating law school and passing the bar, Joe joined the United States Army Judge Advocate General's Corp. Joe was one of a few of his JAG classmates selected to begin his career as a trial attorney. Following basic training Joe was stationed at Fort Polk, Louisiana as a Trial Counsel. While there Joe handled criminal cases ranging from minor offenses to first degree murder. Most of the cases he handled involved serious offenses, including sexual offenses. Based on his successful record at trial he was asked to serve in a dual role as Special Assistant United States Attorney for the Western District of Louisiana where he handled criminal matters involving civilians on base.. Following his tour at Fort Polk, Joe was stationed at Fort Leonard Wood, Missouri where he served a Defense Counsel. While there Joe represented hundreds of soldier's accused of offenses and obtained eight full acquittals for various clients in under two years. The cases ranged from attempted murder to driving under the influence. Most of the cases he handled involved those accused of sexually related offenses.. After leaving the Army Joe served as Assistant Prosecuting Attorney for Christian County, Missouri. While working as a state's attorney, Joe's docket primarily included sex crimes, crimes against children, and weapons offenses. Joe's work in Christian County also included cases such as domestic assault, drug and alcohol related offenses, and felony traffic offenses including DWI. Through these experiences Joe was able to see how the state builds a case, and what it takes to successfully defend a client against one.. In addition to his work on criminal cases, Joe also worked in civil litigation in the Springfield office of a prominent Kansas City based civil firm. These experiences gave him a good understanding of civil practice, and how often times civil and criminal issues overlap. If you need assistance in any legal matter related to or stemming from your case, we are here to help.. Let Frank & Juengel Law Group assist you in the manner that you deserve to be represented.

Jimmy is a partner at Miller & Hine, LLC. He specializes in personal injury and criminal defense cases including car accidents, motorcycle accidents, brain injuries, felonies, misdemeanors, and municipal offenses in the State of Missouri.

Jason Hine is a personal injury and criminal defense attorney based in St. Louis, Missouri. He is known for his dedication to protecting the rights of his clients and has a proven track record of success in cases such as car accidents, medical malpractice, and wrongful death for personal injury; and DWI, drug offenses, and white-collar crimes for criminal defense.

I was born and raised in St. Louis and have spent my legal career fighting for those charged with crimes in the State of Missouri. After graduating from law school, I worked for the Missouri State Public Defender for over 10 years. During that time, I represented hundreds of clients facing charges as low as traffic offenses to as high as murder and everything in between. I am a passionate advocate for my clients and no matter the odds, will always fight for you!

I understand the impact of criminal charges on lives. If you are accused, I will work with you to get the best result. That may be  dropped or amended charges or a trial to make the prosecutor prove the case beyond a reasonable doubt.. A 7th-generation Missourian, I am the son of a shoe-cutter and a Sunday School teacher who is proud to be a Missourian and the first lawyer in my family.

I serve clients who want to create a better future for themselves and their families. I work in Saint Louis and the surrounding counties in the areas of family and criminal law. As an experienced advocate and litigator, I work hard to protect my clients freedom, property, and families. I am devoted to upholding our constitutional checks and balances and helping others. I run a practice focusing on what's most important- my clients lives, families, and property. I offer live case updates online, flexible hours to prevent missing work, and flexible payment options to guarantee you can continue with your life. Reach me at. Visit my website at

I have been licensed to practice law since 1985.. I have spent my entire career representing individuals. and protecting their rights.. I have represented thousands of clients in personal. injury cases and worker's compensation cases and. recovered over $20,000, in verdicts and settlements.. I have also represented hundreds of clients who have been caught in the. criminal justice system to protect their rights.

I have always been interested in practicing criminal law as far back as I can remember.  After I graduated law school I went straight into working at the Public Defender's office where I gained experience handling hundreds of criminal cases from simple misdemeanors to complex Class A & B felonies.  After two years I left the Public Defender's office and started my own law practice and have been in private practice ever since.

I guarantee that I will thoughtfully and aggressively represent you or your loved one. My trial, negotiating experience and reputation for tough, honest representation span more than two decades. I know how to investigate a case and consider every possible approach, so that you can have the most options possible from which to choose a safe, beneficial way forward.I have never done any sort of work but criminal defense. We will not be hurried, but rather will take the time we need to explore all of your options.I promise to listen to you, to treat you with respect, to answer your questions and to return your phone calls. I look forward to meeting you. I hope that when you leave my office, you can feel more confident and hopeful; you can leave the worrying to me.

I concentrate on general/commercial litigation, criminal defense (including white-collar), and personal injury matters, but have experience handling financial industry regulatory issues, government enforcement defense, financial industry contractual disputes, professional licensing defense, and insurance coverage matters as well.  I have extensive courtroom experience (over thirty cases to verdict) and have gotten results for clients through mediation, arbitration, and dispositive pretrial motions.