Atty. Roger P. Bernhardt

Atty. Roger P. Bernhardt

Roger P. Bernhardt is a lawyer practicing probate & estate planning, probate & guardianship, business law and 16 other areas of law.

St. Louis St. Louis 62 yrs experience 62 year
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Profile Summary

About Roger P. Bernhardt at a glance

Roger P. Bernhardt is a Member based in St. Louis, Missouri, practicing at Bernhardt Law Firm Lc. They have 62+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1964. Their practice focuses on formation, trusts, child custody, probate, and criminal defense. Admitted to practice in Missouri U.S. Court of Appeals, Eighth Circuit and U.S. Tax Court (1964). Educated at Harvard University (J.D., 1964) and University of Chicago (A.B., 1961). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Active member of Bar Association of Metropolitan St and Louis. Serands clients in St. Louis, MO and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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About

  • Roger P. Bernhardt is a lawyer practicing probate & estate planning, probate & guardianship, business law and 16 other areas of law
  • Roger received a A.B. degree from University of Chicago in 1961, and has been licensed for 62 years
  • Roger practices at Bernhardt Law Firm LC in St. Louis, MO

Practice Areas Explained

Roger P. Bernhardt's Areas of Practice

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

Business Formation

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Trusts

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Child Custody & Visitation

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Probate

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Criminal Defense

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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 Roger P. Bernhardt

Where is Roger P. Bernhardt's law office located?
Roger P. Bernhardt's law practice is located in St. Louis, Missouri. The firm is Bernhardt Law Firm Lc. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Roger P. Bernhardt handle?
Roger P. Bernhardt focuses on formation, trusts, child custody, probate, criminal defense. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Missouri.
How long has Roger P. Bernhardt practiced law?
Roger P. Bernhardt has 62+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1964.
Where did Roger P. Bernhardt go to law school?
Roger P. Bernhardt earned their education at (J.D., 1964); (A.B., 1961).
How can I contact Roger P. Bernhardt for a consultation?
You can contact Roger P. Bernhardt 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 Roger P. Bernhardt received?
Roger P. Bernhardt's notable recognition includes: AV Preeminent.

Education

J.D.
Harvard University
- 1964
A.B.
University of Chicago
- 1961

Awards

AV Preeminent

Bar Admissions

Missouri U.S. Court of Appeals, Eighth Circuit and U.S. Tax Court
Admitted: 1964

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