Atty. David Robert Hess

Atty. David Robert Hess

David Robert Hess is a lawyer practicing personal injury law, workers compensation litigation. David received a A.B. degree from Washington University in 1967, and has been licensed for 59 years.

St. Louis St. Louis 59 Years Experience 59 year
Call (309) 718-8598

Profile Summary

About David Robert Hess at a glance

David Robert Hess is a Member based in St. Louis, Missouri, practicing at David R. Hess LC. They have 59+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1967. Their practice focuses on personal injury and workers comp. Admitted to practice in Missouri (1967), Illinois (1967), U.S. District Court, Eastern District of Missouri (1967), and U.S. Supreme Court (1977). Educated at Washington University (J.D., 1967) and Washington University (A.B., 1967). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Active member of The Bar Association of Metropolitan St, Louis St, and Louis County, Illinois State and American Bar Associations The Missouri Bar The Association of Trial Lawyers of America Missouri Association of Trial Attorneys. Serves clients in St. Louis, MO and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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About

  • David Robert Hess is a lawyer practicing personal injury law, workers compensation litigation
  • David received a A.B. degree from Washington University in 1967, and has been licensed for 59 years
  • David practices at David R. Hess LC in St. Louis, MO

Practice Areas Explained

David Robert Hess's Areas of Practice

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

Personal Injury

Personal injury attorneys help accident victims recover compensation for medical bills, lost wages, and pain & suffering. Most work on contingency — no fee unless you win.

David Robert Hess is one of 238,048 personal injury attorneys indexed nationally. Browse personal injury attorneys in Missouri →

Workers Compensation

Workers compensation lawyers help injured workers get medical care, lost wages, and disability benefits. Free consult, no fee unless you win.

David Robert Hess is one of 49,806 workers comp attorneys indexed nationally. Browse workers comp 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 David Robert Hess

Where is David Robert Hess's law office located?
David Robert Hess's law practice is located in St. Louis, Missouri. The firm is David R. Hess LC. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does David Robert Hess handle?
David Robert Hess focuses on personal injury, workers comp. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Missouri.
How long has David Robert Hess practiced law?
David Robert Hess has 59+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1967.
Where did David Robert Hess go to law school?
David Robert Hess earned their education at (J.D., 1967); (A.B., 1967).
How can I contact David Robert Hess for a consultation?
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What awards or recognition has David Robert Hess received?
David Robert Hess's notable recognition includes: AV Preeminent.

Education

J.D.
Washington University
- 1967
A.B.
Washington University
- 1967

Awards

AV Preeminent

Bar Admissions

Missouri
Admitted: 1967
Illinois
Admitted: 1967
U.S. District Court, Eastern District of Missouri
Admitted: 1967
U.S. Supreme Court
Admitted: 1977
U.S. Court of Appeals, Eighth Circuit
Admitted: 1986

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