Atty. Richard B. Blanke
Richard B. Blanke is a lawyer practicing custody, enforcement, modification and 36 other areas of law.
Custody & More Attorney · Serving St. Louis, MO · 46+ Years Experience
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About Richard B. Blanke at a Glance
Richard B. Blanke is a Partner based in St. Louis, Missouri, practicing at Uthoff, Graeber, Bobinette & Blanke. They have 46+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1980. Their practice focuses on divorce, car accidents, child custody, probate, and personal injury. Admitted to practice in Missouri U.S. District Court, Eastern District of Missouri U.S. District Court, Western District of (1980). Educated at University of Missouri Columbia School of Law (J.D., 1980) and University of Pennsylvania (B.A., 1977). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Active member of The Bar Association of Metropolitan St and Louis The Missouri Bar. Serves clients in St. Louis, MO and the surrounding metropolitan area.
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About Richard B. Blanke
- Richard B. Blanke is a lawyer practicing custody, enforcement, modification and 36 other areas of law
- Richard received a B.A. degree from University of Pennsylvania in 1977, and has been licensed for 46 years
- Richard practices at Uthoff, Graeber, Bobinette & Blanke in St. Louis, MO
Practice Areas Explained
Richard B. Blanke's Areas of Legal Practice
Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Richard B. Blanke handles, with a practical overview of what that area of law involves and how it may apply to your situation in St. Louis.
Divorce in St. Louis
A divorce attorney guides you through property division, spousal support, custody, and the final decree — contested or uncontested.
Richard B. Blanke is one of 50,071 divorce attorneys indexed nationally. Browse divorce attorneys in Missouri →
Car Accidents in St. Louis
Hurt in a car crash? Car accident lawyers fight insurance companies for fair compensation — free consult, no fee unless you win.
Richard B. Blanke is one of 36,434 car accidents attorneys indexed nationally. Browse car accidents attorneys in Missouri →
Child Custody & Visitation in St. Louis
Richard B. Blanke is one of 30,982 child custody attorneys indexed nationally. Browse child custody attorneys in Missouri →
Probate in St. Louis
Richard B. Blanke is one of 127,041 probate attorneys indexed nationally. Browse probate attorneys in Missouri →
Personal Injury in St. Louis
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.
Richard B. Blanke is one of 262,557 personal injury attorneys indexed nationally. Browse personal injury attorneys in Missouri →
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 Richard B. Blanke
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 Richard B. Blanke's practice in the field of divorce, car accidents, child custody, probate, and personal injury.
Decade-Tested Legal Experience
Richard B. Blanke brings 46+ years of hands-on legal practice — enough to have navigated the recurring fact patterns, procedural traps, and negotiation dynamics that shape case outcomes.
Broad Practice Area Coverage
Covering divorce, car accidents, and child custody, Richard B. Blanke can address the full spectrum of a client's legal needs without requiring referrals to separate specialists for each issue.
Local Presence in St. Louis
A St. Louis-based practice means Richard B. Blanke attends hearings in the same courthouses, knows the local clerks, and understands the unwritten scheduling norms that affect every case filed here.
Case Types
Common Legal Issues Richard B. Blanke Handles in St. Louis
Below is a representative sample of the types of matters Richard B. Blanke has experience with under Missouri law. If your situation involves one of these case categories, this attorney may be well positioned to help you understand your options.
This list is illustrative, not exhaustive. Contact Richard B. Blanke directly to discuss the specifics of your situation.
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