Atty. Daniel R. Begian
Daniel R. Begian is a lawyer practicing employment law, labor relations, occupational safety and health and 3 other areas of law.
Employment Law & More Attorney · Serving St. Louis, MO · 48+ Years Experience
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About Daniel R. Begian at a Glance
Daniel R. Begian is a Shareholder based in St. Louis, Missouri, practicing at Ogletree, Deakins, Nash, Smoak & Stewart, P.C.. They have 48+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1978. Their practice focuses on employment, business, workers comp, wage & hour, and litigation. Admitted to practice in Illinois (1978) and Missouri U.S. Supreme Court U.S. Court of Appeals, Eighth Circuit U.S. Court of Appeals, Seventh Cir (1979). Educated at Southern Illinois University School of Law (J.D., 1978) and University of Wisconsin (B.A., 1975). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Serves clients in St. Louis, MO and the surrounding metropolitan area.
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About Daniel R. Begian
- Daniel R. Begian is a lawyer practicing employment law, labor relations, occupational safety and health and 3 other areas of law
- Daniel received a B.A. degree from University of Wisconsin in 1975, and has been licensed for 48 years
- Daniel practices at Ogletree, Deakins, Nash, Smoak & Stewart, P.C. in St. Louis, MO
Practice Areas Explained
Daniel R. Begian's Areas of Legal Practice
Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Daniel R. Begian handles, with a practical overview of what that area of law involves and how it may apply to your situation in St. Louis.
Employment Law in St. Louis
Employment lawyers represent workers in wrongful termination, discrimination, harassment, wage & hour disputes, and severance negotiations.
Daniel R. Begian is one of 167,770 employment attorneys indexed nationally. Browse employment attorneys in Missouri →
Business & Corporate Law in St. Louis
Business attorneys advise founders and growing companies on entity formation, contracts, financing, M&A, and dispute resolution.
Daniel R. Begian is one of 497,491 business attorneys indexed nationally. Browse business attorneys in Missouri →
Workers Compensation in St. Louis
Workers compensation lawyers help injured workers get medical care, lost wages, and disability benefits. Free consult, no fee unless you win.
Daniel R. Begian is one of 54,932 workers comp attorneys indexed nationally. Browse workers comp attorneys in Missouri →
Wage & Hour Disputes in St. Louis
Daniel R. Begian is one of 4,887 wage & hour attorneys indexed nationally. Browse wage & hour attorneys in Missouri →
Civil Litigation in St. Louis
Civil litigation attorneys for breach of contract, business disputes, civil rights, and class action lawsuits.
Daniel R. Begian is one of 450,751 litigation attorneys indexed nationally. Browse litigation attorneys in Missouri →
Jurisdictional Context
Why Local Counsel Matters in St. Louis
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.
St. Louis Courts and Legal Process
Choosing a St. Louis-based attorney means your counsel already knows the local docketing timelines, preferred filing formats, and how individual judges typically rule on procedural motions — details that only come from practicing in this jurisdiction day after day. That local familiarity can translate to better strategy, faster filings, and fewer costly surprises.
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Professional Profile
Why Clients in St. Louis Choose Daniel R. Begian
Selecting an attorney is one of the most consequential decisions you can make when a legal matter arises. Below are the core qualities that distinguish Daniel R. Begian's practice in the field of employment, business, workers comp, wage & hour, and litigation.
Decade-Tested Legal Experience
Daniel R. Begian brings 48+ years of hands-on legal practice — enough to have navigated the recurring fact patterns, procedural traps, and negotiation dynamics that shape case outcomes.
Multi-State Bar Admission
Licensed in Illinois and Missouri U.S. Supreme Court U.S. Court of Appeals, Eighth Circuit U.S. Court of Appeals, Seventh Cir, Daniel R. Begian can represent clients in cases that span state lines or require counsel in multiple jurisdictions.
Broad Practice Area Coverage
Covering employment, business, and workers comp, Daniel R. Begian can address the full spectrum of a client's legal needs without requiring referrals to separate specialists for each issue.
Local Presence in St. Louis
A St. Louis-based practice means Daniel R. Begian attends hearings in the same courthouses, knows the local clerks, and understands the unwritten scheduling norms that affect every case filed here.
Case Types
Common Legal Issues Daniel R. Begian Handles in St. Louis
Below is a representative sample of the types of matters Daniel R. Begian has experience with under Missouri law. If your situation involves one of these case categories, this attorney may be well positioned to help you understand your options.
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