Atty. James E. McDaniel
James E. McDaniel is a lawyer practicing corporate law, insurance law, litigation and 3 other areas of law.
Corporate Law & More Attorney · Serving St. Louis, MO · 67+ Years Experience
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About James E. McDaniel at a Glance
James E. McDaniel is an Attorney based in St. Louis, Missouri, practicing at Lashly & Baer, P.C.. They have 67+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1959. Their practice focuses on estate planning, employment, business, litigation, and insurance. Admitted to practice in Missouri (1959). Educated at Washington University (J.D., 1959) and Washington University (A.B., 1957). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Active member of The Bar Association of Metropolitan St and President, 1972-1973) American Bar Association (Board of Governors, 1997-2000 House of Delegates, 1976-1980, 1984-1986 State Delegate, 1986-1992 Eighth Circuit Representative, ABA Standing Committee on the Federal Judiciary, 1992-1995) The Missouri Bar (P, Louis. Serves clients in St. Louis, MO and the surrounding metropolitan area.
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About James E. McDaniel
- James E. McDaniel is a lawyer practicing corporate law, insurance law, litigation and 3 other areas of law
- James received a A.B. degree from Washington University in 1957, and has been licensed for 67 years
- James practices at Lashly & Baer, P.C. in St. Louis, MO
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James E. McDaniel's Areas of Legal Practice
Each practice area below reflects the types of cases James E. McDaniel handles, with a practical overview of what that area of law involves and how it may apply to your situation in St. Louis.
Estate Planning & Probate in St. Louis
An estate planning attorney prepares wills, trusts, powers of attorney, and healthcare directives to protect your family and pass on your assets.
James E. McDaniel is one of 224,789 estate planning attorneys indexed nationally. Browse estate planning attorneys in Missouri →
Employment Law in St. Louis
Employment lawyers represent workers in wrongful termination, discrimination, harassment, wage & hour disputes, and severance negotiations.
James E. McDaniel is one of 167,770 employment attorneys indexed nationally. Browse employment attorneys in Missouri →
Business & Corporate Law in St. Louis
Business attorneys advise founders and growing companies on entity formation, contracts, financing, M&A, and dispute resolution.
James E. McDaniel is one of 497,491 business attorneys indexed nationally. Browse business attorneys in Missouri →
Civil Litigation in St. Louis
Civil litigation attorneys for breach of contract, business disputes, civil rights, and class action lawsuits.
James E. McDaniel is one of 450,751 litigation attorneys indexed nationally. Browse litigation attorneys in Missouri →
Insurance Law in St. Louis
Insurance attorneys for coverage disputes, bad faith claims, denied claims, and policy disputes.
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Jurisdictional Context
Why Local Counsel Matters in St. Louis
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.
St. Louis Courts and Legal Process
Choosing a St. Louis-based attorney means your counsel already knows the local docketing timelines, preferred filing formats, and how individual judges typically rule on procedural motions — details that only come from practicing in this jurisdiction day after day. That local familiarity can translate to better strategy, faster filings, and fewer costly surprises.
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Professional Profile
Why Clients in St. Louis Choose James E. McDaniel
Selecting an attorney is one of the most consequential decisions you can make when a legal matter arises. Below are the core qualities that distinguish James E. McDaniel's practice in the field of estate planning, employment, business, litigation, and insurance.
Decade-Tested Legal Experience
James E. McDaniel brings 67+ years of hands-on legal practice — enough to have navigated the recurring fact patterns, procedural traps, and negotiation dynamics that shape case outcomes.
Broad Practice Area Coverage
Covering estate planning, employment, and business, James E. McDaniel can address the full spectrum of a client's legal needs without requiring referrals to separate specialists for each issue.
Local Presence in St. Louis
A St. Louis-based practice means James E. McDaniel attends hearings in the same courthouses, knows the local clerks, and understands the unwritten scheduling norms that affect every case filed here.
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Common Legal Issues James E. McDaniel Handles in St. Louis
Below is a representative sample of the types of matters James E. McDaniel has experience with under Missouri law. If your situation involves one of these case categories, this attorney may be well positioned to help you understand your options.
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