Atty. Thomas L. Orris

Atty. Thomas L. Orris

Thomas L. Orris is a lawyer practicing litigation, asbestos litigation, toxic torts and 4 other areas of law.

St. Louis St. Louis 38 yrs experience 38 year
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Profile Summary

About Thomas L. Orris at a glance

Thomas L. Orris is a Partner based in St. Louis, Missouri. They have 38+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1988. Their practice focuses on personal injury, slip & fall, product liability, litigation, and environmental. Admitted to practice in Missouri (1988), Illinois (1989), and Kansas (1989). Educated at Washington University School of Law (J.D., 1988) and University of Iowa (B.B.A., 1978). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Active member of National Association of Railroad Trial Counsel Missouri Organization of Defense Lawyers Defense Research Institute The Missouri Bar Illinois State Bar Association American Bar Association Bar Association of Metropolitan St and Louis. Serands clients in St. Louis, MO and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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About

  • Thomas L. Orris is a lawyer practicing litigation, asbestos litigation, toxic torts and 4 other areas of law
  • Thomas received a B.B.A. degree from University of Iowa in 1978, and has been licensed for 38 years
  • Thomas practices in St. Louis, MO

Practice Areas Explained

Thomas L. Orris's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Thomas L. Orris handles, with a brief overview of what that area of law covers.

Personal Injury

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.

Thomas L. Orris is one of 264,852 personal injury attorneys indexed nationally. Browse personal injury attorneys in Missouri →

Slip & Fall / Premises Liability

Thomas L. Orris is one of 29,473 slip & fall attorneys indexed nationally. Browse slip & fall attorneys in Missouri →

Product Liability

Thomas L. Orris is one of 66,193 product liability attorneys indexed nationally. Browse product liability attorneys in Missouri →

Civil Litigation

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

Thomas L. Orris is one of 454,532 litigation attorneys indexed nationally. Browse litigation attorneys in Missouri →

Environmental Law

Environmental attorneys for regulatory compliance, contamination, land use, and natural resource law.

Thomas L. Orris is one of 56,434 environmental attorneys indexed nationally. Browse environmental attorneys in Missouri →

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 Thomas L. Orris

Where is Thomas L. Orris's law office located?
Thomas L. Orris's law practice is located in St. Louis, Missouri. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Thomas L. Orris handle?
Thomas L. Orris focuses on personal injury, slip & fall, product liability, litigation, environmental. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Missouri.
How long has Thomas L. Orris practiced law?
Thomas L. Orris has 38+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1988.
Where did Thomas L. Orris go to law school?
Thomas L. Orris earned their education at (J.D., 1988); (B.B.A., 1978).
How can I contact Thomas L. Orris for a consultation?
You can contact Thomas L. Orris 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 Thomas L. Orris received?
Thomas L. Orris's notable recognition includes: AV Preeminent.

Education

J.D.
Washington University School of Law
- 1988
B.B.A.
University of Iowa
- 1978

Awards

AV Preeminent

Bar Admissions

Missouri
Admitted: 1988
Illinois
Admitted: 1989
Kansas
Admitted: 1989

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