Atty. Pete Woods

Atty. Pete Woods

Mr. Woods' civil litigation and arbitration practice includes trials and appeals in federal and state court, with an emphasis on business litigation, family law and real estate.

St. Louis St. Louis 44 yrs experience 44 year
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Profile Summary

About Pete Woods at a glance

Pete Woods is a Partner based in St. Louis, Missouri, practicing at Haar & Woods, LLP. They have 44+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1982. Their practice focuses on family law, business, real estate, and litigation. Admitted to practice in U.S. District Court, Eastern District of Missouri (1982), Missouri U.S. Court of Claims (1985), and U.S. Court of Appeals, Eighth Circuit (1989). Educated at Washington University (J.D., 1984) and University of Missouri at Columbia (B.A., 1978). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Active member of The Bar Association of Metropolitan St and Louis The Missouri Bar American Bar Association. Serands clients in St. Louis, MO and the surrounding metropolitan area.

Verified attorney profile · Updated June 2026

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  • Mr. Woods' civil litigation and arbitration practice includes trials and appeals in federal and state court, with an emphasis on business litigation, family law and real estate
  • His business litigation experience includes the representation of manufacturers, banks, securities and transportation brokers, utility companies and individuals in cases involving such diverse subjects as civil RICO, fraud, shareholder rights, Merchandise Act claims, breach of contract, personal injury, and terms and conditions of employment
  • His family law practice regularly includes contested dissolution cases involving a wide range of issues such as spousal support, division of property and child custody
  • Mr. Woods is often specially retained to focus on valuing business interests, including professional practices
  • Subjects of his family law cases handled on appeal include the enforceability of post-nuptial agreements, spousal support rights after traumatic injuries, and the determination of marital/separate property rights in lengthy marriages
  • His real estate cases have included eminent domain, zoning, contractor/developer disputes, professional liability and numerous and varied contractual disputes
  • Other matters he has briefed and argued on appeal include cases involving the Missouri Franchise Act, fraud, and tortuous interference with business expectancies

Practice Areas Explained

Pete Woods's Areas of Practice

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

Family Law

Family law attorneys handle divorce, child custody, child support, adoption, prenups, and protective orders. Find verified family lawyers near you.

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Business & Corporate Law

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Real Estate Law

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Civil Litigation

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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 Pete Woods

Where is Pete Woods's law office located?
Pete Woods's law practice is located in St. Louis, Missouri. The firm is Haar & Woods, LLP. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Pete Woods handle?
Pete Woods focuses on family law, business, real estate, litigation. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Missouri.
How long has Pete Woods practiced law?
Pete Woods has 44+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1982.
Where did Pete Woods go to law school?
Pete Woods earned their education at (J.D., 1984); (B.A., 1978).
How can I contact Pete Woods for a consultation?
You can contact Pete Woods 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 Pete Woods received?
Pete Woods's notable recognition includes: AV Preeminent.

Education

J.D.
Washington University
- 1984
B.A.
University of Missouri at Columbia
- 1978

Awards

AV Preeminent

Bar Admissions

U.S. District Court, Eastern District of Missouri
Admitted: 1982
Missouri U.S. Court of Claims
Admitted: 1985
U.S. Court of Appeals, Eighth Circuit
Admitted: 1989

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