Atty. Richard S. Bender

Atty. Richard S. Bender

Rick Bender is a partner in the firm's litigation department, having joined the firm in 1975 and having been with the firm ever since. He practices in all areas of civil litigation, focusing primarily on construction law, domestic matters, contract disputes, and eminent domain.

St. Louis St. Louis 52 yrs experience 52 year
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Profile Summary

About Richard S. Bender at a glance

Richard S. Bender is a Retired Partner based in St. Louis, Missouri, practicing at Rosenblum Goldenhersh, P.C.. They have 52+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1974. Their practice focuses on litigation. Admitted to practice in Missouri (1974) and Illinois U.S. District Court, Eastern District of Missouri U.S. Tax Court U.S. District Court, Distr (1975). Educated at Washington University (J.D. Masters, 1974) and Washington University (B.A. Masters, 1970). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Serands clients in St. Louis, MO and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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  • Rick Bender is a partner in the firm's litigation department, having joined the firm in 1975 and having been with the firm ever since
  • He practices in all areas of civil litigation, focusing primarily on construction law, domestic matters, contract disputes, and eminent domain
  • In addition, over his thirty plus years of trial experience, he has handled almost all types of civil litigation, including many landlord tenant matters, personal injury cases, labor law matters, workers' compensation cases, will contests, probate disputes and wrongful death cases
  • Rick practices in both the state and appellate courts of Missouri and Illinois, representing all types of clients, and representing Plaintiffs as well as Defendants
  • Richard has tried cases in various different states at both the Federal and state levels
  • Mr. Bender is licensed in both Missouri and Illinois, and is a member of the American Bar Association, the St. Louis County Bar Association, the Bar Association of Metropolitan St. Louis, the United States District Court for the Eastern District of Missouri, the United States Tax Court, the United States District Court for the District of Kansas, the United States District Court for the Western District of Missouri and the Supreme Court of the United States of America

Practice Areas Explained

Richard S. Bender's Areas of Practice

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

Civil Litigation

Civil litigation attorneys for breach of contract, business disputes, civil rights, and class action lawsuits.

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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 Richard S. Bender

Where is Richard S. Bender's law office located?
Richard S. Bender's law practice is located in St. Louis, Missouri. The firm is Rosenblum Goldenhersh, P.C.. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Richard S. Bender handle?
Richard S. Bender focuses on litigation. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Missouri.
How long has Richard S. Bender practiced law?
Richard S. Bender has 52+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1974.
Where did Richard S. Bender go to law school?
Richard S. Bender earned their education at (J.D. Masters, 1974); (B.A. Masters, 1970).
How can I contact Richard S. Bender for a consultation?
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What awards or recognition has Richard S. Bender received?
Richard S. Bender's notable recognition includes: AV Preeminent.

Practice Areas

Education

J.D. Masters
Washington University
- 1974
B.A. Masters
Washington University
- 1970

Awards

AV Preeminent

Bar Admissions

Missouri
Admitted: 1974
Illinois U.S. District Court, Eastern District of Missouri U.S. Tax Court U.S. District Court, Distr
Admitted: 1975

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