Atty. Ann E. Bauer

Atty. Ann E. Bauer

Ann E. Bauer is a top attorney recognized by Best Lawyers in the practice area(s) of Collaborative Law: Family Law, Family Law and Family Law Mediation.

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Profile Summary

About Ann E. Bauer at a glance

Ann E. Bauer is a family law and adr attorney based in St. Louis, Missouri, practicing at The Center for Family Law LLC. Admitted to practice in Missouri, The Missouri Bar and Illinois, Illinois State Bar Association. Educated at Washington University in St. Louis (J.D., 1994) and Loyola University Chicago (—, 1976). Recognitions include Lawyer of the Year — Collaborative Law: Family Law (St. Louis) (2026), Best Lawyers in America — Collaborative Law: Family Law (2026), and Best Lawyers in America — Family Law (2026). Serves clients in St. Louis, MO and the surrounding metropolitan area.

Verified attorney profile · Updated June 2026

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  • Ann E. Bauer is a top attorney recognized by Best Lawyers in the practice area(s) of Collaborative Law: Family Law, Family Law and Family Law Mediation
  • Ann E., who practices law in St. Louis, Missouri, has been recognized since 2014
  • This recognition is based on an exhaustive peer-review survey, reflecting the high esteem in which Ann E. is held by other top lawyers in the same geographic and legal practice area

Practice Areas Explained

Ann E. Bauer's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Ann E. Bauer handles, with a brief overview of what that area of law covers.

Family Law

Family law attorneys handle divorce, child custody, child support, adoption, prenups, and protective orders. Find verified family lawyers near you.

Ann E. Bauer is one of 167,063 family law attorneys indexed nationally. Browse family law attorneys in Missouri →

Mediation & Arbitration

Mediators and arbitrators for civil, commercial, family, and employment dispute resolution.

Ann E. Bauer is one of 67,021 adr attorneys indexed nationally. Browse adr attorneys in Missouri →

Jurisdictional Context

Why local counsel matters in Missouri

Practicing law in Missouri. Legal matters in Missouri are governed by state-specific rules of civil and criminal procedure, statutes of limitations, and substantive law. Cases originating in St. Louis are typically filed in the local municipal court or the appropriate Missouri state district court, depending on subject matter and amount in controversy. An attorney licensed in Missouri brings working knowledge of local procedural deadlines, judicial practices in this venue, and the substantive law that applies to cases brought here. Out-of-state attorneys generally cannot represent clients in Missouri courts without local counsel or pro hac vice admission.

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Frequently Asked

Common questions about Ann E. Bauer

Where is Ann E. Bauer's law office located?
Ann E. Bauer's law practice is located in St. Louis, Missouri. The firm is The Center for Family Law LLC. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Ann E. Bauer handle?
Ann E. Bauer focuses on family law, adr. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Missouri.
Where did Ann E. Bauer go to law school?
Ann E. Bauer earned their education at (J.D., 1994); (—, 1976); (—, 1973).
How can I contact Ann E. Bauer for a consultation?
You can contact Ann E. Bauer directly through this profile page. Click "Ask the Attorney" to submit a question, or "Schedule a Consultation" to book a meeting. Most claimed-profile attorneys respond within one business day.
What awards or recognition has Ann E. Bauer received?
Ann E. Bauer's notable recognition includes: Lawyer of the Year — Collaborative Law: Family Law (St. Louis); Best Lawyers in America — Collaborative Law: Family Law; Best Lawyers in America — Family Law; Best Lawyers in America — Family Law Mediation; Best Lawyers in America — Awards:.

Education

J.D.
Washington University in St. Louis
- 1994
Loyola University Chicago
- 1976
Iowa State University
- 1973

Awards

Lawyer of the Year — Collaborative Law: Family Law (St. Louis)
- 2026
Best Lawyers in America — Collaborative Law: Family Law
- 2026
Best Lawyers in America — Family Law
- 2026
Best Lawyers in America — Family Law Mediation
- 2026
Best Lawyers in America — Awards:
- 2026
Best Lawyers in America — Pro Bono Award, The Missouri Bar (October 2012)
- 2026
Best Lawyers in America — Roger P. Krumm Family Law Award, Family Law Section of the Missouri Bar (August 2013)
- 2026
Best Lawyers in America — Missouri-Kansas SuperLawyer since 2005
- 2026
Lawyer of the Year — Collaborative Law: Family Law (St. Louis)
- 2024
Lawyer of the Year — Collaborative Law: Family Law (St. Louis)
- 2021

Bar Admissions

Missouri, The Missouri Bar
Illinois, Illinois State Bar Association

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