Atty. Gordon L. Ankney

Atty. Gordon L. Ankney

Gordon L. Ankney is a lawyer practicing white collar crime, commercial litigation, environmental litigation and 2 other areas of law.

St. Louis St. Louis 53 yrs experience 53 year
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Profile Summary

About Gordon L. Ankney at a glance

Gordon L. Ankney is a Partner based in St. Louis, Missouri, practicing at Thompson Coburn LLP. They have 53+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1973. Their practice focuses on criminal defense, employment, business, white collar, and litigation. Admitted to practice in Missouri (1973). Educated at The Ohio State University College of Law (J.D., 1973) and Washington University (B.S.B.A., 1967). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Serands clients in St. Louis, MO and the surrounding metropolitan area.

Verified attorney profile · Updated June 2026

About

  • Gordon L. Ankney is a lawyer practicing white collar crime, commercial litigation, environmental litigation and 2 other areas of law
  • Gordon received a B.S.B.A. degree from Washington University in 1967, and has been licensed for 53 years
  • Gordon practices at Thompson Coburn LLP in St. Louis, MO

Practice Areas Explained

Gordon L. Ankney's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Gordon L. Ankney handles, with a brief overview of what that area of law covers.

Criminal Defense

A criminal defense attorney protects your rights from arrest through trial. Find experienced lawyers handling DUI, drug, federal, theft, and violent-crime charges.

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Employment Law

Employment lawyers represent workers in wrongful termination, discrimination, harassment, wage & hour disputes, and severance negotiations.

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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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White Collar Crimes

Gordon L. Ankney is one of 20,025 white collar attorneys indexed nationally. Browse white collar attorneys in Missouri →

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 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 Gordon L. Ankney

Where is Gordon L. Ankney's law office located?
Gordon L. Ankney's law practice is located in St. Louis, Missouri. The firm is Thompson Coburn LLP. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Gordon L. Ankney handle?
Gordon L. Ankney focuses on criminal defense, employment, business, white collar, litigation. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Missouri.
How long has Gordon L. Ankney practiced law?
Gordon L. Ankney has 53+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1973.
Where did Gordon L. Ankney go to law school?
Gordon L. Ankney earned their education at (J.D., 1973); (B.S.B.A., 1967).
How can I contact Gordon L. Ankney for a consultation?
You can contact Gordon L. Ankney 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 Gordon L. Ankney received?
Gordon L. Ankney's notable recognition includes: AV Preeminent.

Education

J.D.
The Ohio State University College of Law
- 1973
B.S.B.A.
Washington University
- 1967

Awards

AV Preeminent

Bar Admissions

Missouri
Admitted: 1973

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