Atty. Debra E. Behrendt

Atty. Debra E. Behrendt

Debra E. Behrendt is a lawyer practicing contracts & agreements, financial markets and services, white collar crime and 4 other areas of law.

St. Louis St. Louis 35 Years Experience 35 year
Call (314) 314-5469

Profile Summary

About Debra E. Behrendt at a glance

Debra E. Behrendt is a Contract Lawyer based in St. Louis, Missouri, practicing at Bryan Cave Leighton Paisner LLP. They have 35+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1991. Their practice focuses on contracts, business, class action, white collar, and litigation. Admitted to practice in Missouri (1991) and Illinois U.S. District Court, Southern District of Illinois U.S. District Court, Eastern District of (1992). Educated at St. Louis University (J.D., 1991) and University of Missouri B.S. (—). Recognitions include BV Distinguished. Serves clients in St. Louis, MO and the surrounding metropolitan area.

Verified attorney profile · Updated June 2026

About

  • Debra E. Behrendt is a lawyer practicing contracts & agreements, financial markets and services, white collar crime and 4 other areas of law
  • Debra received a B.S. degree from University of Missouri, and has been licensed for 35 years
  • Debra practices at Bryan Cave Leighton Paisner LLP in St. Louis, MO

Practice Areas Explained

Debra E. Behrendt's Areas of Practice

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

Contracts

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Business & Corporate Law

Business attorneys advise founders and growing companies on entity formation, contracts, financing, M&A, and dispute resolution.

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Class Action

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White Collar Crimes

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Civil Litigation

Civil litigation attorneys for breach of contract, business disputes, civil rights, and class action lawsuits.

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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 Debra E. Behrendt

Where is Debra E. Behrendt's law office located?
Debra E. Behrendt's law practice is located in St. Louis, Missouri. The firm is Bryan Cave Leighton Paisner LLP. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Debra E. Behrendt handle?
Debra E. Behrendt focuses on contracts, business, class action, white collar, litigation. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Missouri.
How long has Debra E. Behrendt practiced law?
Debra E. Behrendt has 35+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1991.
Where did Debra E. Behrendt go to law school?
Debra E. Behrendt earned their education at (J.D., 1991); (—).
How can I contact Debra E. Behrendt for a consultation?
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What awards or recognition has Debra E. Behrendt received?
Debra E. Behrendt's notable recognition includes: BV Distinguished.

Education

J.D.
St. Louis University
- 1991
University of Missouri B.S.
- In Progress

Awards

BV Distinguished

Bar Admissions

Missouri
Admitted: 1991
Illinois U.S. District Court, Southern District of Illinois U.S. District Court, Eastern District of
Admitted: 1992

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