Atty. John C. Shapleigh

Atty. John C. Shapleigh

John C. Shapleigh is a lawyer.

St. Louis St. Louis 50 yrs experience 50 year
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About John C. Shapleigh at a glance

John C. Shapleigh is an attorney based in St. Louis, Missouri. They have 50+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1976. Admitted to practice in Missouri (1976), U.S. District Court, Eastern and Western Districts of Missouri and U.S. Court of Appeals, Eighth Cir (1976), and Illinois (1977). Educated at Washington University (J.D., 1976) and Dartmouth College (A.B., 1972). Serands clients in St. Louis, MO and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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  • John C. Shapleigh is a lawyer
  • John received a A.B. degree from Dartmouth College in 1972, and has been licensed for 50 years
  • John practices in St. Louis, MO

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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Where is John C. Shapleigh's law office located?
John C. Shapleigh's law practice is located in St. Louis, Missouri. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
How long has John C. Shapleigh practiced law?
John C. Shapleigh has 50+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1976.
Where did John C. Shapleigh go to law school?
John C. Shapleigh earned their education at (J.D., 1976); (A.B., 1972).
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Education

J.D.
Washington University
- 1976
A.B.
Dartmouth College
- 1972

Bar Admissions

Missouri
Admitted: 1976
U.S. District Court, Eastern and Western Districts of Missouri and U.S. Court of Appeals, Eighth Cir
Admitted: 1976
Illinois
Admitted: 1977

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