Atty. Robert T. Haar
Robert T. Haar is a top attorney recognized by Best Lawyers in the practice area(s) of Appellate Practice, Bet-the-Company Litigation, Commercial Litigation, Criminal Defense: White-Collar and Legal Malpractice Law - Defendants.
'Bet The Company' Litigation & More Attorney · Serving St. Louis, MO
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About Robert T. Haar at a Glance
Robert T. Haar is a criminal defense, business, white collar, litigation, and appellate attorney based in St. Louis, Missouri, practicing at Haar & Woods LLP. Educated at Yale University (J.D., 1979). Recognitions include Best Lawyers in America — Appellate Practice (2026), Best Lawyers in America — Bet-the-Company Litigation (2026), and Best Lawyers in America — Commercial Litigation (2026). Serves clients in St. Louis, MO and the surrounding metropolitan area.
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About Robert T. Haar
- Robert T. Haar is a top attorney recognized by Best Lawyers in the practice area(s) of Appellate Practice, Bet-the-Company Litigation, Commercial Litigation, Criminal Defense: White-Collar and Legal Malpractice Law - Defendants
- Robert T., who practices law in St. Louis, Missouri, has been recognized since 2011
- This recognition is based on an exhaustive peer-review survey, reflecting the high esteem in which Robert T. is held by other top lawyers in the same geographic and legal practice area
Practice Areas Explained
Robert T. Haar's Areas of Legal Practice
Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Robert T. Haar handles, with a practical overview of what that area of law involves and how it may apply to your situation in St. Louis.
Criminal Defense in St. Louis
A criminal defense attorney protects your rights from arrest through trial. Find experienced lawyers handling DUI, drug, federal, theft, and violent-crime charges.
Robert T. Haar is one of 212,605 criminal defense attorneys indexed nationally. Browse criminal defense attorneys in Missouri →
Business & Corporate Law in St. Louis
Business attorneys advise founders and growing companies on entity formation, contracts, financing, M&A, and dispute resolution.
Robert T. Haar is one of 497,491 business attorneys indexed nationally. Browse business attorneys in Missouri →
White Collar Crimes in St. Louis
Robert T. Haar is one of 19,824 white collar attorneys indexed nationally. Browse white collar attorneys in Missouri →
Civil Litigation in St. Louis
Civil litigation attorneys for breach of contract, business disputes, civil rights, and class action lawsuits.
Robert T. Haar is one of 450,750 litigation attorneys indexed nationally. Browse litigation attorneys in Missouri →
Appellate Practice in St. Louis
Appellate attorneys for civil and criminal appeals at state and federal court.
Robert T. Haar is one of 85,572 appellate attorneys indexed nationally. Browse appellate 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 Robert T. Haar
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 Robert T. Haar's practice in the field of criminal defense, business, white collar, litigation, and appellate.
Broad Practice Area Coverage
Covering criminal defense, business, and white collar, Robert T. Haar 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 Robert T. Haar 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 Robert T. Haar Handles in St. Louis
Below is a representative sample of the types of matters Robert T. Haar 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 Robert T. Haar directly to discuss the specifics of your situation.
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