Atty. R. Lance Witcher
Mr. Witcher has practiced in the areas of labor and employment law since 1996.
Employment Law Management Attorney · Serving St. Louis, MO
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About R. Lance Witcher at a Glance
R. Lance Witcher is a employment attorney based in St. Louis, Missouri, practicing at Ogletree, Deakins, Nash, Smoak & Stewart PC. Admitted to practice in Illinois, Illinois State Bar Association, Kansas, Kansas Bar Association, and Missouri, The Missouri Bar. Educated at Washington University in St. Louis (J.D., 1996). Recognitions include Best Lawyers in America — Employment Law - Management (2026), Best Lawyers in America — Awards: (2026), and Best Lawyers in America — Super Lawyers (2005-2012) (2026). Serves clients in St. Louis, MO and the surrounding metropolitan area.
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About R. Lance Witcher
- Mr. Witcher has practiced in the areas of labor and employment law since 1996
- Lance concentrates his practice primarily in litigation of employment-related disputes, human resources counseling and matters before the Occupational and Mine Safety Health Review Commissions
- He has represented employers in a wide range of litigation matters in both state and federal court, and before arbitrators, administrative law judges and other tribunals in disputes involving alleged discrimination based on race, sex, age, religion, disability, and national as well as sexual and racial harassment, retaliation (including workers’ compensation and whistleblower retaliation), claims under the FLSA, FMLA and USERRA, employment contract disputes (e.g., noncompetition agreements) and other employment related claims
- Mr. Witcher has argued before the Eighth Circuit Court of Appeals and the Missouri Court of Appeals, and has obtained favorable results for numerous employers before the Equal Employment Opportunity Commission, the Missouri Commission on Human Rights, other state and local Fair Employment Practice agencies, the U.S
- Department of Labor, and the National Labor Relations Board
Practice Areas Explained
R. Lance Witcher's Areas of Legal Practice
Each practice area below reflects the types of cases R. Lance Witcher handles, with a practical overview of what that area of law involves and how it may apply to your situation in St. Louis.
Employment Law in St. Louis
Employment lawyers represent workers in wrongful termination, discrimination, harassment, wage & hour disputes, and severance negotiations.
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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 R. Lance Witcher
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 R. Lance Witcher's practice in the field of employment.
Multi-State Bar Admission
Licensed in Illinois, Illinois State Bar Association, Kansas, Kansas Bar Association, and Missouri, The Missouri Bar, R. Lance Witcher can represent clients in cases that span state lines or require counsel in multiple jurisdictions.
Focused Employment Practice
Concentrating on employment means R. Lance Witcher's knowledge of relevant statutes, case law, and procedural nuances stays current — unlike generalist practices that spread attention across unrelated fields.
Local Presence in St. Louis
A St. Louis-based practice means R. Lance Witcher 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 R. Lance Witcher Handles in St. Louis
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