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I am a business law, real estate transactions and commercial transactions attorney with experience representing individuals and small to mid-size businesses in complex legal matters and finding creative legal solutions to life's most important challenges and opportunities.

Hi Folks, and thank you for taking a look at my profile.  I've been practicing personal injury and employment litigation since I graduated from law school. I only represent individuals and have never represented big insurance companies or employers.  I love what I do and I love helping others when times get tough.  I give all my clients my cell phone number and I'm available 24/7 for them.  If you have a legal problem feel free to give me a call.  If I can't help you I will put you in touch with the best lawyer I know on the subject.  Thanks.

Hello and thank you for visiting my Avvo profile.  Contemplating what will happen to you in the event of death or disability can be stressful.  You must make difficult decisions concerning your finances, family and perhaps business enterprises.. As a St. Louis Estate Planning and Probate Administration Attorney, I work with you to navigate these difficult decisions and plan for tomorrow's uncertainties.. Depending on a client's situation, I prepare wills, revocable trusts, powers of attorney, and advance healthcare directives (sometimes referred to as "living wills."). I also represent clients involved in the administration of a probate estate.    This entails transferring ownership of a deceased person's assets to their heirs or beneficiaries.. While it is difficult to think through the eventualities of life, there is no reason that planning your estate should be.  I hope to make the estate planning process as straightforward and painless for you as possible.  Please feel free to contact me or visit my firm's website for more information.. THE CHOICE OF A LAWYER IS AN IMPORTANT DECISION AND SHOULD NOT BE BASED SOLELY UPON ADVERTISEMENTS.

Hello and thank you for viewing my profile. My name is Bob Linhares. I have been married to my wife, Megan, since 1986. We have lived in Florissant, MO, since 1988. We have three children and they have been a true blessing and joy to us. When our kids were young we were actively involved in their sports and school activities, volunteering as coaches and serving on many parish and school comittees at Sacred Heart, our parish family here in Florissant. We remain active in our parish and community in many different ways. Megan and I like to get out and enjoy nature as often as possible. One thing we always enjoyed as a family was our annual vacation. Over the years we have hung out at the beach on the Gulf Coast of Florida, stayed in some great cottages along Lake Michigan, hiked the Grand Canyon and climbed 14,000-ft. peaks in Colorado. I  enjoy the sport of archery and occassionaly like to get out and hunt with my long bow.. I have been an attorney since 1988 and am licensed to practice in Missouri and Illinois. I have been a partner at Rebman, Linhares & Beachem, P.C., since 1998. My partners, Joe Rebman and Greg Beachem are not only my law partners but are good friends and we do whatever we can to help each other. After many years of teaching pre-kindergarten my wife Megan joined our office in 2011 and now serves as our office manager and paralegal. Megan has a bachelor's degree in Journalism and also worked as a corporate writer for a number of years. She wears many hats at the office and they all fit her well!. I have tried a number of cases in State and Federal Court over the years, but the primary focus of my practice is now concentrated in three areas: 1) Estate Planning and Elder Care/Disability Law. I draft traditional estate planning documents such as Revocable Trusts, Wills, and General Durable Power of Attorney documents for financial and health care decisons. I also draft specialized estate planning documents that can help protect assets and in certain cases allow people to qualify for or remain on benefits such as Medicaid or Social Security Disability. For example I can meet with you to help determine if a Special Needs Trust might be of help to a person receiving some form of government disability benefits or whether an Irrevocable Trust might make sense as a planning tool for asset protection in the event skilled nursing care and Medicaid benefits are needed in the future. I am a member of the National Academy of Elder Law Attorneys. 2) Probate Law. I have handled many probate estates over the years and can efficiently guide you through the probate system. Probate estates may involve a Will or a situation where the deceased left no Will. The estate may be large or it may involve less than $40,, in which case a Small Estate Affidavit may be used to speed up the process. Examples of other types of probate matters are Petition For Determination Of Heirs, Spousal Refusal Of Letter, Creditor Refusal Of Letters, and Guardianship and Conservatorship Estates. 3) Business and Real Estate Law. I can represent a Buyer or Seller in drafting and negotiating a Sale Contract, draft real property deeds and provide counsel in all types of real estate issues. I can help a business select the right type of entity and draft the needed documents to begin operation, such as the Operating Agreement for an LLC. I can also provide counsel to your business on everyday legal issues involving contracts and employment.

Harry O’Rourke focuses his practice on the areas of Adoption Law; Elder Law and Asset Preservation; Estate Planning; Probate and Family Law, (including all aspects of divorce, child custody, child support, maintenance, spousal support, and modifications).

Hallie joined The Center for Family Law in 2016 as an associate and concentrates her practice in family law, including divorce, legal separation, paternity, modification, child support, and adoption.  Hallie has committed her focus to family law since beginning law school in 2009 and has confirmed her dedication to serving the needs of her clients since beginning her career. Hallie believes in establishing a partnership with her clients, involving mutual trust, respect, and communication.. Hallie graduated from Boston University School of Law in May 2012. While in law school, Hallie served as a Note Editor for the Public Interest Law Journal and focused on familiarizing herself with family law by completing an externship in the Middlesex County Probate and Family Court and conducting legal research for two family law professors. Hallie also served as a fellow in the family law division of the Harvard Legal Aid Bureau where she became certified to represent clients in court to assist low income clients with divorces, orders of protection, and paternity matters. Strengthening her commitment to family law, Hallie helped to establish and then served as Treasurer of the Boston University Family Law Association.. Upon graduation from law school Hallie returned to St. Louis and worked as a fellow for Judge Michael Burton in the St. Louis County Circuit Court before beginning her career in private practice as an associate at a Jefferson County law firm in 2013.. Hallie grew up in Webster Groves and has now settled in Richmond Heights with her husband, two sons, and four dogs.

Growing up as the son of a personal injury lawyer, Jeff learned the value of helping people who are going through a difficult time. For over a decade, he has been the managing partner of Goldblatt Singer and has spent his entire career fighting for the fair treatment of accident victims through personal injury litigation. Well known as a compassionate but tough advocate, he has successfully resolved hundreds of cases—including many demanding jury trials—and recovered millions of dollars on behalf of his clients.. Jeff was recently recognized as a Missouri Super Lawyer by The Missouri and Kansas Lawyers publication, an award given to less than 5% of lawyers in each state. He has been named as a Top 100 National Trial Lawyer. He has served on the Chief Disciplinary Committee of the Missouri Bar Association. Additionally, he has served for ten years on the Board of Governors for the Missouri Association of Trial Attorneys and is a lifetime member of the Multi-Million Dollar Advocates Forum.. Mr. Singer attended Vanderbilt University and St. Louis University graduating with the honor of Magna Cum Laude. He received his law degree from Loyola University graduating in 1994. Jeff lives in St. Louis with his wife, Christy, and their two daughters.

Gordon K. Rea is licensed to practice law in Missouri and Illinois. He received his Juris Doctorate at St. Louis University School of Law. Mr. Rea also holds undergraduate degrees in Electrical Engineering from SIU Edwardsville and in Organizational Behavior from the University of San Francisco. Father of four children, Mr. Rea earned each of his degrees part-time while supporting his family.. Mr. Rea is a litigator who is also certified as a dissolution mediator in Missouri and Illinois, and also as a Guardian Ad Litem in Missouri. Mr. Rea is active with the Missouri Bar, serving on the attorney succession rules committee, and has been active with the Bar Association of Metropolitan St. Louis, serving as the lawyer-coach for the high school mock trial teams at Marquette High School. Mr. Rea volunteers with Legal Services of Eastern Missouri and with Land of Lincoln Legal Services in Illinois. Mr. Rea is a past member of the board of directors serving the Annie Malone Children and Family Service Center of St. Louis, and a current member of the board of directors of the Recreation Council of Greater St. Louis which connects individuals with more recreation activities and programs than any other agency in greater St. Louis, emphasizing a personal approach to better direct them to their true interests.. In Missouri, Mr. Rea focuses on areas of law important to families, such as Family Law, Juvenile Law, some criminal law and appelllate work. In Illinois Mr. Rea focuses on corporate civil litigation.

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Gabe Crocker is a St. Louis based Attorney and Owner of the The Crocker Law Firm, LLC. Attorney Gabe Crocker is a former Police Officer & Detective and practices in the areas of criminal defense, personal injury, auto accidents, workers compensation, child victim advocacy/civil recovery, and unique services for St. Louis area First Responders.. You have serious questions. Get serious answers at The Crocker Law Firm, LLC. Attorney Gabe Crocker has an extensive educational and employment background centered on criminal justice and the legal system. Attorney Crocker is a Professor of Criminology at the University of Missouri - St. Louis and previously Maryville University. A 17 year law enforcement veteran, Attorney Gabe Crocker brings a broad knowledge of law enforcement investigations, police practices, and the workings of the criminal justice system to The Crocker Law Firm, LLC. Gabe’s unique background, career highlights, training, and experience offers clients the ability to consult with an Attorney who knows how to effectively maneuver the complicated legal system.. Attorney Gabe Crocker is a strong advocate for individuals needing representation in the legal system. Straight talk, clear answers, and aggressive representation are key factors in every client’s case. The legal system can be confusing and frustrating, however, Attorney Gabe Crocker has the ability to identify your legal issues, develop a plan, and implement legal solutions to solve your problems.

For over 20 years, Chris has successfully litigated serious accident cases throughout the region. He relentlessly advocates for injury victims from all walks of life. After a  long career helping accident victims at a high volume law firm, Chris started his own firm, Allen Injury Law, LLC to give his clients the personal service they deserve. With extensive trial experience, he has expertise across the entire spectrum of personal injury law including truck and auto accidents, industrial accidents, premises liability, products liability, nursing home malpractice and workers' compensation. He has helped his clients in everything from small to serious million dollar injury cases.. Chris is AV® Peer Review Rated by Martindale-Hubble. The AV/Preeminent Rating is the pinnacle of professional excellence earned through a strenuous peer review rating process that is managed and monitored by the world’s most trusted legal resource, Martindale-Hubble. This is the highest possible rating for both legal ability and ethical standards. He is selected as a Thomson Reuters Super Lawyer, an honor reserved for the top 5% of lawyers who exhibit excellence in practice. He is a member of the Million Dollar and Multi-Million Dollar Advocates Forum. He is a National Trial Lawyers Association Top 100 Trial Lawyer, a member of the Missouri Association of Trial Attorneys, the American Association for Justice and the Bar Association of Metropolitan St. Louis. He is licensed in Missouri, Illinois and in Federal Courts.. Chris was born in Mexico City, Mexico and moved to the United States in 1977. He is fluent in Spanish. After attending Chaminade College preparatory in St. Louis, he completed his undergraduate degree at Creighton University. He graduated from St. Louis University School of Law. While in law school, he served as a Faculty Fellow and also clerked for the Honorable Clifford J. Proud, U.S. Magistrate Judge, U.S. District Court, Southern District of Illinois.

For 25 years I've been consulting with employers on a wide range of labor and employment, business and litigation matters. I represent private and public entities across a broad spectrum of industries, handling all manner of disputes, from the smallest of compliance issues to “bet-the-company” trials. I litigate business disputes, employment practices lawsuits and labor arbitrations; help employers manage labor relations; and develop policies, practices and procedures that both comply with the law as well as enhance client operations.. I'm a former Army Military Intelligence officer, trained by the Special Forces in airborne operations and I was active throughout Western Europe during the Cold War thaw. These days I serve on the Board of Directors for the St. Louis Downtown Children's Center, publish on labor and employment matters, and speak to legal, business and employer groups on the latest labor and employment issues. Until recently, I represented the state of Nevada on the Lawyer's Committee for the National Center for State Courts.. With a keen business sense and specialized legal experience, I deliver practical, cost-effective and real-world solutions to labor, employment and business problems.. I race bicycles and Sprint Triathlons and play chess in my spare time. I like to think that I know my way around a kitchen.

Family law issues bring with them intense emotions which can cloud judgment and hamper decision-making.  The attorneys of Amato Family Law have the experience necessary to guide you through the legal issues you face and help you focus on the future.  We will assist you on finding the best process to follow in your family law matter whether that is mediation, collaborative practice or litigation and we have an unwavering commitment to successful resolution for our clients in all family law matters.

Family law has been the focus of my law practice since I began my work as an attorney.  Choosing an attorney to represent you for your divorce, custody and support, modification or enforcement matter is one of the most important decisions that you will make during those processes.  Your attorney should be someone you trust, who listens to and works with you to set goals and attain them.. I tailor my representation and guidance to each client and their specific needs.  No two clients' goals and situations are the same.  Hearing and listening to my clients are both important.  I care about my clients and their futures beyond their current situation; my clients and I form a partnership during their legal process to help them work through the issues they face.. At the time that I began practicing law, I chose family law because I enjoy working directly with people and helping them through difficult times.  I strive to provide my clients with personal, one-on-one attention to their legal needs.  I make myself available to my clients as they need so we can address the events that occur  during the changing times in their lives.   When selecting a family law attorney, it is vital to choose someone with focused experience and skill who can handle the complicated legal issues involved.  It is also important to select an attorney with whom you are comfortable sharing the personal details of your history and who gives your legal matter the attention it deserves.  I have extensive experience litigating complex custody, support and property matters.  I also have experience representing clients in cooperative and "Collaborative" cases where the parties work together to reach a settlement that works for them and their family.  In addition to represent clients individually, in my practice I also serve as a mediator to parties wanting to resolve their divorces, custody and support cases and modifications.  In mediation, I work with both parties to settle their cases.

Facing a family law matter can be overwhelming, but having the right attorney can make a meaningful difference. Whether you are dealing with a divorce, custody dispute, or another legal issue, it’s important to work with someone who will take the time to understand your needs and advocate for your interests. Peter Hackmann is a caring Senior Associate Attorney with Stange Law Firm. Based in our firm’s Clayton, Missouri office, he can represent individuals throughout the St. Louis area.. Peter holds a Juris Doctor from Thomas Jefferson School of Law in San Diego, California. Before pursuing a legal career, he earned a Bachelor of Science in Aerospace Engineering from the University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign. His diverse academic background reflects a strong foundation in both analytical thinking and legal reasoning.. Peter is dedicated to guiding clients through the often challenging and emotional landscape of family law. He focuses on helping individuals and families facing divorce, child custody disputes, support matters, and other family-related legal issues. Before joining the St. Louis, MO divorce and family law attorneys, he built a strong foundation managing complex intellectual property cases. He understands that each client’s situation is unique and takes the time to listen carefully, develop personalized legal strategies, and provide steady support throughout the process. Peter is committed to advocating for his clients’ rights and best interests, whether negotiating settlements or representing them in court. His thoughtful, detail-oriented approach combined with compassion allows him to help clients navigate difficult transitions with confidence and clarity, aiming for resolutions that promote their long-term well-being.. Note: The choice of a lawyer is an important decision and should not be based solely on advertisements.

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Erin has been practicing in the specialized field of family law for more than 20 years. She started as an associate with a boutique firm specializing in high asset dissolution cases before opening her own practice in 2014. Additionally, Erin serves as a guardian ad litem in St. Louis County. She frequently lectures in the area of family law and is an active member of the Family Law Section of the Missouri Bar.

Eric's practice primarily involves representing businesses and individuals in the legalized marijuana industry. He has successfully represented companies across the country applying for facility licenses to cultivate, manufacture, and dispense marijuana and marijuana-infused products. Eric assists clients with every facet of procuring and compliantly operating marijuana facility licenses, along with mergers and acquisitions, other corporate matters, legislative and regulatory issues, and related matters. Eric also represents MoCannTrade, Missouri's marijuana industry trade association.. Eric has extensive state and federal litigation experience in a wide-range of complex commercial and business cases that include: a religious conference center prevailing in a long-running corporate governance and property dispute; a major men’s retail chain defeating false advertising claims by different state-wide classes of customers; and a publicly-traded company defeating breach of fiduciary duty claims by a national class of former stockholders.. Eric serves privately owned businesses, publicly traded companies and nonprofit corporations. A significant portion of this work involves the defending class action lawsuits brought against various business entities. Many of the cases involve allegations of fraud, false advertising, unfair trade practices and breaches of state and federal consumer protection laws.. Eric also represents clients in matters alleging breach of contract, breach of fiduciary duty, fraud, and copyright infringement. He also provides counsel in workplace cases involving claims such as discrimination and violation of non-compete and nonsolicitation provisions.

Eric is a member of Husch Blackwell's Technology, Manufacturing & Transportation industry team. He concentrates his practice on toxic tort, mass tort and product liability litigation, with specific experience advocating for business clients in premises and product cases alleging exposure to asbestos. Having practiced law for almost two decades in small, midsize and multinational law firms, Eric brings to the table an attentive, client centered ethic reflective of small firm experience, blended with a thorough understanding of the technology, processes and wide-ranging support afforded by large firm practice.. Eric has extensive experience focused on insurance coverage questions, extra contractual liability claims, construction litigation and commercial disputes. Many of the insurance coverage questions he has handled involve complex, multimillion-dollar claims. In addition, Eric has experience in state and federal intellectual property litigation, employment law, trucking law and personal injury defense.. Admitted to practice law in Missouri and Illinois, Eric has appeared before state and federal courts and administrative bodies throughout those states, and has tried cases in multiple jurisdictions. He is a member of the Missouri Bar (Litigation, Insurance, and Construction Law Committees), the Illinois Bar Association and the Bar Association of Metropolitan St. Louis.. Specifically, Eric's recent work experience includes:. Eric joined the firm in 2015.

Eric has tried over 100 Criminal Jury Trials. Eric's main areas of practice are criminal defense and civil commitment. Eric has been asked to provide legal analysis for MSNBC. In 2016 and 2004, Eric was a Co-recipient of the Missouri Association of Criminal Defense Attorney's Atticus Finch Award for trial Excellence. .. Eric was licensed to practice law in the State of Missouri in 1992 and the State of Vermont 1998. He began his legal career as a trial attorney in the St. Louis City Public Defenders Office and State of Vermont Defender Generals office where he tried over 25 felony jury trials. Eric was then selected as a member of the Missouri Civil Commitment Defense Task Force and has tried over 20 Civil Commitment Jury Trials. He them was in private practice at Evans and Dixon where he tried civil litigations cases. He joined the firm in April 2006. Eric graduated with a Bachelor of Art's degree in History from Emory University in 1989. He received his JD degree from Washington University School of Law in 1992. .

Employment Attorney - Strategic partner to employers and management; 100% employment law, 100% of the time.. Falon M. Wrigley, a member of the Employment and Labor group, represents management in litigation and provides practical, sophisticated advice aimed at resolving complex legal problems unique to the workplace.. On the litigation side of her practice, Falon defends and advises employers with respect to state and federal employment laws, such as Title VII of the Civil Rights Act of 1964 (Title VII), the Fair Labor Standards Act (FLSA), the Family and Medical Leave Act (FMLA), and the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) – as well as their state law equivalents.  With a deep knowledge of employment law policies and an eye on the ever-changing economic reality, she routinely handles administrative charges and litigation in connection with claims of failure to hire, wrongful termination, discrimination and harassment, breach of employment and separation agreements, and alleged wage and hour violations.  By following the maxim that “the best defense is a good offense,” Falon works to put clients in the driver’s seat whenever a dispute arises.. In another part of her practice, Falon provides valuable day-to-day preventative and best practices counseling, reviews and drafts employment-related agreements and contracts, and collaborates with employers in the development of client and industry-specific employee handbooks and policies.  Falon also conducts human resources audits for clients who range in size from family-owned regional businesses to publicly-traded, global entities. In this capacity, she reviews selection, hiring, orientation, compensation, benefits, employee relations, performance management, career development, compliance and separation, providing a comprehensive report and suggesting next steps.  Falon then works in tandem with clients to implement cost-effective changes aimed at both decreasing liability and bolstering the employers’ myriad other interests.. Falon has authored numerous articles and educational materials in the area of employment law. She also regularly presents to corporate counsel, human resources professionals and business owners regarding employment law best practices and emerging trends nationwide.

Dustin Goldberger focuses his practice at Margulis Gelfand on civil litigation and criminal defense. A former state prosecutor and seasoned civil litigator, Dustin is a passionate advocate for the firm’s clients, providing zealous representation both inside and outside of the courtroom.. Dustin graduated with honors from Carleton College in Northfield, Minnesota. After college, he worked for one of the nation’s largest corporations, where he collaborated with state and federal law enforcement officials to investigate and prosecute theft and fraud. Dustin then attended St. Louis University Law School, pursuing his lifelong dream of becoming a trial lawyer. While in law school, Dustin was a member of the St. Louis University Journal, served as a teaching assistant for the Legal Research and Writing program, and participated on the school’s trial advocacy team.. After graduating from law school, Dustin accepted a position at the City of St. Louis Circuit Attorney’s Office, where he served as the first chair prosecuting attorney in numerous felony jury trials. He later transitioned to private practice, where he remains dedicated to achieving the best possible outcomes for clients, whether they are facing serious criminal charges, accused of professional misconduct, or involved in a civil lawsuit in federal court or state court.. Dustin is proud to be a part of the Saint Louis community. When he’s not immersed in his work, Dustin spends as much time as he can with his wife and two kids.

Dudley, a founding Member of the Firm, received the 2008 Foundation Award from the Fellows of the St. Louis Bar Foundation for his outstanding contributions to the St. Louis community and legal profession. He is also the recipient of the Lou Czech Award from the Missouri Municipal Attorney’s Association for his competence, professionalism, and contributions to municipal law (2003). Further, he is a past President of the Missouri Bar (’92-’93) and the St. Louis County Bar Association (’86-’87). In addition, Dudley is a Fellow of the American Bar Foundation, the recipient of the Purcell Professionalism Award from the Missouri Bar (award to acknowledge outstanding professionalism by a Missouri lawyer, who consistently demonstrates an exceptional degree of competency, integrity and civility in both their professional and civic activities, 2001) and the Geyer Award from the University of Missouri-Columbia (bestowed for his services to higher education in Missouri) (2004).. He is also a multi-year recipient of the Missouri Bar Foundation’s W. Oliver Rasch Award, given annually to the author of the most outstanding substantive article published in the Journal of the Missouri Bar (1985, 1989, 2006). Having tried cases in United States District Court for the Eastern District of Missouri and in the Missouri Circuit Courts, Dudley is rated “AV” (the highest rating possible) by Martindale-HubbellSM, and has been selected by his peers for inclusion in The Best Lawyers in America 2014® in the categories of Commercial Litigation, Construction Law, and Litigation – Construction.  Dudley has been on The Best Lawyers in America since 2001.. Dudley received his B.A. degree, cum laude, from Knox College in 1972, and in 2013 received the Alumni Achievement Award from Knox College.  Dudley received his J. D. degree in 1975 from the University of Missouri–Columbia.  Dudley currently serves as the President Elect of the Mizzou Alumni Association.  His practice is concentrated in the areas of civil litigation, construction litigation and municipal law. He has authored many published articles on the topics of construction law, municipal law and civil litigation.  Dudley has also been named as a Missouri-Kansas Super LawyerSM in the areas of Business Litigation and Construction Litigation.. Dudley is active in many charitable and civic organizations. He served on the Board of the Children’s Trust Fund of Missouri, on the Board of the Parkway School District, the Missouri Foundation for the Prevention of Child Abuse, and was Chair of that organization from 2001 to 2003. He is currently serving on the  Advisory Board of the St. Louis Crisis Nursery. He has been on the faculty of the Missouri Trial Judges College every year since 1997.. Dudley and his wife Elizabeth, who is also an attorney, have three children: Katherine, Elizabeth, and Emily.. Dudley’s legal assistant is Mary Perkins (Ext. 223). You may contact Dudley at ext: 226, or at

Divorce and family law matters are demanding and taxing for individuals that face them. On top of life as they know it changing, they are often left with more questions than answers and may not know what comes next. Keith Fuller is a Team Leader Attorney for Stange Law Firm, PC and he is ready to help clients facing these difficult situations. He can represent clients from the firm’s Clayton office location in Saint Louis, Missouri. Keith earned his Juris Doctorate while attending The University of Missouri School of Law in Columbia, Missouri. Before earning his J.D., he obtained his Bachelor of Arts in Political Science from Morehouse College in Atlanta, Georgia. Keith is licensed and ready to help clients in the State of Missouri. Prior to joining the Jefferson County family lawyers at Stange Law Firm, PC, Keith worked for his own private practice and represented over in complex civil cases with emphasis in employment law, education law, personal injury, domestic law, and family matters. He worked zealously with clients to achieve favorable outcomes and get results in trial. Before that, Keith worked as the Director for Diversity and Inclusion at Saint Louis Community College. He led a team responsible for embedding Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion into all business and activities of the college. He also worked as a Staff Attorney for Saint Louis Community College where he represented labor and employment, and governance and transactions. Note: The choice of a lawyer is an important decision and should not be based solely upon advertisements.

Despite its demanding nature, trial work is one of the things Daniel Bruntrager likes best about practicing law. Trial advocacy is also an area in which his firm, Bruntrager & Billings, excels. "We have a great group of results-oriented trial lawyers. We are dedicated to working hard, and we give our all to our clients," Bruntrager explains.. Bruntrager has been in practice for more than 25 years. After receiving undergraduate degrees in History and English from Saint Louis University in 1982, he attended the Saint Louis University School of Law, graduating in 1985. Then, like almost every attorney at Bruntrager & Billings, he began his legal career in the St. Louis Circuit Attorney's Office, the chief prosecutor of state-level crimes in the city of St. Louis.. During his four-year tenure with the office, Bruntrager handled a variety of felony and misdemeanor cases, including the prosecution of one of the two men who held up a National Supermarket in 1987, killing five employees and wounding two others. In 1990, after prosecuting more than 70 jury trials to verdict, Bruntrager left the circuit attorney's office and joined the firm.. Bruntrager's private practice includes several types of civil litigation involving individuals. He also represents local and municipal governments, school districts and fire districts in an array of matters, including contract negotiations and employment issues.. One of Bruntrager's recent notable cases was Orf Construction, Inc. v. Black Jack Fire Protection District , 239 S.W.3d 685, 686 (Mo. App. E.D. 2007). Bruntrager represented the fire protection district in a dispute with a general contractor over a void contract.. Bruntrager, who also handles plaintiff personal injury cases, is pleased to have been able to help injured victims and their families recover multimillion-dollar settlements on several occasions. The cases have ranged from car crashes in which seat belts failed, leading to serious injuries, to the recovery of $6 million for the family of a man who drowned in an apartment complex swimming pool that lacked important safety equipment.. When a record store owner's insurance claim was denied after his building collapsed, Bruntrager sued the property's insurer, which had made its decision to deny the claim in just 15 minutes, for vexatious refusal to pay. A jury awarded the store owner his actual damages, plus attorney's fees and damages for vexatious refusal.. Bruntrager also continues to practice in the criminal defense arena, regularly handling high-profile matters. When several Palestinian men were tried in a federal arson case, Bruntrager's client was the only defendant who was not convicted.