Atty. David B. Lacks

Atty. David B. Lacks

David B. Lacks is a lawyer practicing wills & living wills, divorce & separation, child custody and 3 other areas of law.

St. Louis St. Louis 60 yrs experience 60 year
Call (557) 201-2414 Book Appointment

Profile Summary

About David B. Lacks at a glance

David B. Lacks is a divorce, child custody, family law, estate planning, and child support attorney based in St. Louis, Missouri. They have 60+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1966. Admitted to practice in Missouri (1966), U.S. District Court, Eastern District of Missouri (1966), U.S. Tax Court (1967), and U.S. Supreme Court (1979). Educated at University of Missouri (J.D., 1965) and University of Missouri (B.S., 1962). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Serands clients in St. Louis, MO and the surrounding metropolitan area.

Verified attorney profile · Updated June 2026

About

  • David B. Lacks is a lawyer practicing wills & living wills, divorce & separation, child custody and 3 other areas of law
  • David received a B.S. degree from University of Missouri in 1962, and has been licensed for 60 years
  • David practices in St. Louis, MO

Practice Areas Explained

David B. Lacks's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases David B. Lacks handles, with a brief overview of what that area of law covers.

Divorce

A divorce attorney guides you through property division, spousal support, custody, and the final decree — contested or uncontested.

David B. Lacks is one of 50,487 divorce attorneys indexed nationally. Browse divorce attorneys in Missouri →

Child Custody & Visitation

David B. Lacks is one of 31,241 child custody attorneys indexed nationally. Browse child custody attorneys in Missouri →

Family Law

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

David B. Lacks is one of 187,066 family law attorneys indexed nationally. Browse family law attorneys in Missouri →

Estate Planning & Probate

An estate planning attorney prepares wills, trusts, powers of attorney, and healthcare directives to protect your family and pass on your assets.

David B. Lacks is one of 226,536 estate planning attorneys indexed nationally. Browse estate planning attorneys in Missouri →

Child Support

David B. Lacks is one of 24,688 child support attorneys indexed nationally. Browse child support 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 andnue, 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 David B. Lacks

Where is David B. Lacks's law office located?
David B. Lacks's law practice is located in St. Louis, Missouri. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does David B. Lacks handle?
David B. Lacks focuses on divorce, child custody, family law, estate planning, child support. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Missouri.
How long has David B. Lacks practiced law?
David B. Lacks has 60+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1966.
Where did David B. Lacks go to law school?
David B. Lacks earned their education at (J.D., 1965); (B.S., 1962).
How can I contact David B. Lacks for a consultation?
You can contact David B. Lacks 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 David B. Lacks received?
David B. Lacks's notable recognition includes: AV Preeminent.

Education

J.D.
University of Missouri
- 1965
B.S.
University of Missouri
- 1962

Awards

AV Preeminent

Bar Admissions

Missouri
Admitted: 1966
U.S. District Court, Eastern District of Missouri
Admitted: 1966
U.S. Tax Court
Admitted: 1967
U.S. Supreme Court
Admitted: 1979

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