Atty. James Edward Dillon

Atty. James Edward Dillon

James Edward Dillon is a lawyer practicing commercial real estate, business, contracts & agreements and 2 other areas of law. James received a B.A. degree from Davidson College in 1989, and has been licensed for 33 years.

St. Louis St. Louis 33 yrs experience 33 year
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Profile Summary

About James Edward Dillon at a glance

James Edward Dillon is a Partner based in St. Louis, Missouri, practicing at Thompson Coburn LLP. They have 33+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1993. Their practice focuses on contracts, business, real estate, and commercial re. Admitted to practice in North Carolina (Inactive) (1993), Illinois (2000), and Missouri (2004). Educated at Vanderbilt University School of Law (J.D., 1992) and Davidson College (B.A., 1989). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Serands clients in St. Louis, MO and the surrounding metropolitan area.

Verified attorney profile · Updated June 2026

About

  • James Edward Dillon is a lawyer practicing commercial real estate, business, contracts & agreements and 2 other areas of law
  • James received a B.A. degree from Davidson College in 1989, and has been licensed for 33 years
  • James practices at Thompson Coburn LLP in St. Louis, MO

Practice Areas Explained

James Edward Dillon's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases James Edward Dillon 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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Real Estate Law

Real estate attorneys handle home purchases, sales, commercial transactions, title disputes, and landlord-tenant matters.

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Commercial Real Estate

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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 James Edward Dillon

Where is James Edward Dillon's law office located?
James Edward Dillon'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 James Edward Dillon handle?
James Edward Dillon focuses on contracts, business, real estate, commercial re. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Missouri.
How long has James Edward Dillon practiced law?
James Edward Dillon has 33+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1993.
Where did James Edward Dillon go to law school?
James Edward Dillon earned their education at (J.D., 1992); (B.A., 1989).
How can I contact James Edward Dillon for a consultation?
You can contact James Edward Dillon 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 James Edward Dillon received?
James Edward Dillon's notable recognition includes: AV Preeminent.

Education

J.D.
Vanderbilt University School of Law
- 1992
B.A.
Davidson College
- 1989

Awards

AV Preeminent

Bar Admissions

North Carolina (Inactive)
Admitted: 1993
Illinois
Admitted: 2000
Missouri
Admitted: 2004

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