Atty. Mary Beth Ponte Soffer

Atty. Mary Beth Ponte Soffer

Mary Beth Ponte Soffer is a lawyer practicing personal injury, employment discrimination, sexual harassment and 3 other areas of law. Mary received a B.J. degree from University of Missouri-Columbia 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 Mary Beth Ponte Soffer at a glance

Mary Beth Ponte Soffer is a Managing Partner based in St. Louis, Missouri, practicing at Ryals & Soffer, P.C.. They have 42+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1984. Their practice focuses on discrimination, sexual harassment, and personal injury. Admitted to practice in Missouri (1984) and Illinois (1985). Educated at University of Missouri-Kansas City (J.D., 1984) and University of Missouri-Columbia (B.J., 1981). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Active member of Bar Association of Metropolitan St and Louis Illinois State and American (Member, Section on: Practice Management) Bar Associations The Missouri Bar National Employment Lawyers Association The Association of Trial Lawyers of America. Serands clients in St. Louis, MO and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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About

  • Mary Beth Ponte Soffer is a lawyer practicing personal injury, employment discrimination, sexual harassment and 3 other areas of law
  • Mary received a B.J. degree from University of Missouri-Columbia in 1981, and has been licensed for 42 years
  • Mary practices at Ryals & Soffer, P.C. in St. Louis, MO

Practice Areas Explained

Mary Beth Ponte Soffer's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Mary Beth Ponte Soffer handles, with a brief overview of what that area of law covers.

Workplace Discrimination

Mary Beth Ponte Soffer is one of 7,100 discrimination attorneys indexed nationally. Browse discrimination attorneys in Missouri →

Sexual Harassment

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Personal Injury

Personal injury attorneys help accident victims recover compensation for medical bills, lost wages, and pain & suffering. Most work on contingency — no fee unless you win.

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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 Mary Beth Ponte Soffer

Where is Mary Beth Ponte Soffer's law office located?
Mary Beth Ponte Soffer's law practice is located in St. Louis, Missouri. The firm is Ryals & Soffer, P.C.. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Mary Beth Ponte Soffer handle?
Mary Beth Ponte Soffer focuses on discrimination, sexual harassment, personal injury. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Missouri.
How long has Mary Beth Ponte Soffer practiced law?
Mary Beth Ponte Soffer has 42+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1984.
Where did Mary Beth Ponte Soffer go to law school?
Mary Beth Ponte Soffer earned their education at (J.D., 1984); (B.J., 1981).
How can I contact Mary Beth Ponte Soffer for a consultation?
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What awards or recognition has Mary Beth Ponte Soffer received?
Mary Beth Ponte Soffer's notable recognition includes: AV Preeminent.

Education

J.D.
University of Missouri-Kansas City
- 1984
B.J.
University of Missouri-Columbia
- 1981

Awards

AV Preeminent

Bar Admissions

Missouri
Admitted: 1984
Illinois
Admitted: 1985

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