Atty. Tom Lemley

Atty. Tom Lemley

Tom Lemley is the principal attorney and owner of Bridgepoint Law Firm. Tom was born and raised in St.

St. Louis St. Louis 38 Years Experience 38 year
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About Tom Lemley at a glance

Tom Lemley is a Member based in St. Louis, Missouri, practicing at Bridgepoint Law Firm. They have 38+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1988. Their practice focuses on ssd. Admitted to practice in Missouri (1988) and Illinois (1989). Educated at University of Missouri, Columbia (J.D. Missouri, 1988) and University of Missouri, Columbia (B.S. Graduation, 1980). Serves clients in St. Louis, MO and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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About

  • Tom Lemley is the principal attorney and owner of Bridgepoint Law Firm
  • Tom was born and raised in St. Louis and earned his undergraduate and law degrees at Mizzou
  • After law school, Tom served as a Law Clerk to a Federal District Judge before accepting a litigation position as an Assistant Missouri Attorney General
  • He later joined a law firm in Clayton as an associate and later became a partner
  • In 1995, Tom and his wife joined the Peace Corps, serving as volunteers in Ukraine
  • Tom went on to manage projects for the Alliance to Save Energy, the International Rescue Committee and other US-based non-profits in Eastern Europe and Western Asia
  • Tom later rejoined his former partners in Clayton, until 2012, when he started Bridgepoint Law Firm, where he focuses on helping clients win their claims for Social Security Disability
  • A St. Louis native, Tom lives in Webster Groves with his wife and two children
  • Favorite activities are fishing and camping in the Ozarks with friends and family
  • Tom proudly serves on the board of directors of Missouri River Relief
  • PROFESSIONAL ASSOCIATIONS AND ADMISSIONS Missouri Bar Association Federal District Court for the Eastern District of Missouri Bar Association of Metropolitan St. Louis National Organization of Social Security Claimant’s Representatives

Practice Areas Explained

Tom Lemley's Areas of Practice

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

Social Security Disability

SSDI and SSI attorneys for disability claims, denied benefits, and Social Security appeals.

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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 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.

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Frequently Asked

Common questions about Tom Lemley

Where is Tom Lemley's law office located?
Tom Lemley's law practice is located in St. Louis, Missouri. The firm is Bridgepoint Law Firm. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Tom Lemley handle?
Tom Lemley focuses on ssd. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Missouri.
How long has Tom Lemley practiced law?
Tom Lemley has 38+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1988.
Where did Tom Lemley go to law school?
Tom Lemley earned their education at (J.D. Missouri, 1988); (B.S. Graduation, 1980).
How can I contact Tom Lemley for a consultation?
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Education

J.D. Missouri
University of Missouri, Columbia
- 1988
B.S. Graduation
University of Missouri, Columbia
- 1980

Bar Admissions

Missouri
Admitted: 1988
Illinois
Admitted: 1989

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