Atty. Douglas Willard King

Atty. Douglas Willard King

Douglas Willard King is a lawyer practicing commercial, commercial litigation, appellate practice and 1 other area of law. Douglas received a A.B. degree from Harvard University in 1981, and has been licensed for 42 years.

St. Louis St. Louis 42 yrs experience 42 year
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Profile Summary

About Douglas Willard King at a glance

Douglas Willard King is a Partner based in St. Louis, Missouri, practicing at Shands, Elbert, Gianoulakis & Giljum, LLP. They have 42+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1984. Their practice focuses on business, class action, litigation, and appellate. Admitted to practice in Missouri U.S. Court of Appeals, Third, Fifth, Seventh and Eighth Circuits U.S. District Court, Centr (1984). Educated at University of Chicago (J.D., 1984) and Harvard University (A.B., 1981). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Serands clients in St. Louis, MO and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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About

  • Douglas Willard King is a lawyer practicing commercial, commercial litigation, appellate practice and 1 other area of law
  • Douglas received a A.B. degree from Harvard University in 1981, and has been licensed for 42 years
  • Douglas practices at Shands, Elbert, Gianoulakis & Giljum, LLP in St. Louis, MO

Practice Areas Explained

Douglas Willard King's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Douglas Willard King handles, with a brief overview of what that area of law covers.

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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Civil Litigation

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

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Appellate Practice

Appellate attorneys for civil and criminal appeals at state and federal court.

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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 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 Douglas Willard King

Where is Douglas Willard King's law office located?
Douglas Willard King's law practice is located in St. Louis, Missouri. The firm is Shands, Elbert, Gianoulakis & Giljum, LLP. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Douglas Willard King handle?
Douglas Willard King focuses on business, class action, litigation, appellate. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Missouri.
How long has Douglas Willard King practiced law?
Douglas Willard King has 42+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1984.
Where did Douglas Willard King go to law school?
Douglas Willard King earned their education at (J.D., 1984); (A.B., 1981).
How can I contact Douglas Willard King for a consultation?
You can contact Douglas Willard King 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 Douglas Willard King received?
Douglas Willard King's notable recognition includes: AV Preeminent.

Education

J.D.
University of Chicago
- 1984
A.B.
Harvard University
- 1981

Awards

AV Preeminent

Bar Admissions

Missouri U.S. Court of Appeals, Third, Fifth, Seventh and Eighth Circuits U.S. District Court, Centr
Admitted: 1984

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