Overview

Lashly & Baer is a mid-size Missouri law firm with deep roots in St. Louis and surrounding areas including Belleville, Illinois. As a full-service firm, we’ve been fortunate to develop a very diversified and extremely loyal base of local, regional and national clients. Our clients have learned to expect a high level of service and a great degree of satisfaction, regardless of their size.

Whether it’s a private business, a government institution, a hospital or an individual - to each client, there is no more important legal matter than theirs. We know this and work hard to achieve results and help our clients reach their goals.

Given the complexities of today's business environment, lawyers develop experience in specific practice areas, such as; bankruptcy, corporate, education, estate planning, government, health care, labor and employment, litigation, medical malpractice defense, personal injury, product liability and toxic tort, professional liability, real estate and transportation. Our practice area groups allow these attorneys to team up with trusted partners with a similar passion.

Since 1912 we’ve added attorneys and developed practices; but our simple philosophy has never changed: at the core of every case is the client. We worry about only two things; the client’s best interest – and the law. The client’s goals become our goals, and the firm works tirelessly to find the most efficient and cost-effective solution to each legal issue.

Lashly & Baer, P.C. attorneys have served in Bar leadership positions at all levels; seven have been honored with listings in Best Lawyers in America® 2018, and several have been selected for inclusion in Missouri & Kansas Super Lawyers. In addition, the firm received top ranks by U.S. News & World Report in 2018 and continues to be Martindale-Hubbell Rated AV®.
Founded:
1912
Size:
53
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Practice Areas:
5
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Best Lawyers Recognized:
13

Rankings

National

Tier
3
National Ranking
Health Care Law

Regional

St. Louis

Tier
1
St. Louis
Commercial Litigation
Tier
1
St. Louis
Corporate Law
Tier
1
St. Louis
Health Care Law
Tier
1
St. Louis
Medical Malpractice Law - Defendants
Tier
1
St. Louis
Personal Injury Litigation - Defendants
Tier
2
St. Louis
Employment Law - Management

Select Clients

ARCH Air Medical Service, Inc. Arthur J. Gallagher & Co. Bi-State Development Agency d/b/a Metro City of Glendale, Missouri City of Wentzville, Missouri Missouri United School Insurance Council (MUSIC) Vanliner Insurance Company Wilson Manufacturing American Multispecialty Group, Inc. Bethesda Foundation Costco Wholesale, Inc. Gallagher Bassett Services, Inc. General Baptist Nursing Home Board, Inc. General Motors Corp. Gershman Investment Corporation Healthcare Management, Inc. Healthcare Services Group HealthSouth Corporation Hospital Services Group Intermed Insurance Company Mercy Health Missouri Foundation for Health Missouri Hospital Plan Missouri Nurses Association Permalok Corporation Rate Commission of the Metropolitan St. Louis Sewer District Regions Bank Rockwood School District Saint Francis Medical Center Saint Louis University St. Louis Bank St. Louis County Library St. Louis Housing Authority St. Louis Public Library Stanbury Uniforms, Inc. Sunrise Senior Living Tenet HealthSystem The Bar Plan U.S. Cellular UniGroup, Inc. Zurich, N.A.

Highlighted Client Comments

These featured testimonials reflect a sampling of client experiences. As every legal matter is unique—comments are personal opinions, not guarantees of future results.
Health Care Law
I have rarely had the opportunity to work with such competent, professional lawyers in my career and highly recommend Lashly & Baer to anyone in need of the industry's best. Joshua Gilmore, CEO ICMC
Joshua Gilmore
Iron County Medical Center
Employment Law - Management
The attorneys at Lashly & Baer remain partners in our endeavor to provide high-quality educational services for our children and the exceptional services we provide to our community. They know our high expectations and deliver extraordinary legal services! Our team benefits greatly from their expertise and knowledge.
Mark Miles
Rockwood School District
Health Care Law
First class law firm, very knowledgeable and very responsive. We looking forward to working with Rich Hill again in the future.
Bill Morton
Leo Brown Group
Corporate Law
Patrick Foppe and his colleagues are very responsive. As an owner of a manufacturing company, I'm involved in complicated contracts and agreements. I can always count on Lashly & Baer to have the expertise.
John Murphy
Neff Press, Inc.
Corporate Law
In my 42 years in business Lashly & Baer is one of the finest law firms I have worked with, they can handle a wide range of business issues that involve running an international company.
Matt Wilson
Wilson Manufacturing
Employment Law - Management
Anytime I call the office with questions, Lashly & Baer are always very knowledgeable and quick with responses.
 
Corporate Law
Lashly & Baer has provided expert counsel and guidance in the many different matters that arise for a non-profit that is also a government subdivision. We depend on the firm for a wide range of services, which have been consistently provided quickly, clearly, and at reasonable cost.
Waller McGuire
Executive Director – The City of St. Louis Municipal Library District

Rankings

National

Tier
3
National Ranking
Health Care Law

Regional

St. Louis

Tier
1
St. Louis
Commercial Litigation
Tier
1
St. Louis
Corporate Law
Tier
1
St. Louis
Health Care Law
Tier
1
St. Louis
Medical Malpractice Law - Defendants
Tier
1
St. Louis
Personal Injury Litigation - Defendants
Tier
2
St. Louis
Employment Law - Management
Tier
2
St. Louis
Litigation - Insurance
Tier
3
St. Louis
Copyright Law

Practice Areas

Lashly & Baer PC has been ranked by Best Law Firms for excellence in 8 specialties, reflecting the firm's commitment to delivering outstanding legal services.
Additionally, the firm provides services in these practice areas:
  • Corporate Law
  • Employment Law - Management
  • Health Care Law
  • Medical Malpractice Law - Defendants
  • Personal Injury Litigation - Defendants

Individuals Recognized in The Best Lawyers in America®

Lashly & Baer PC proudly has 13 lawyers recognized for their outstanding professional performance in the 2025 edition of The Best Lawyers in America®. This peer-reviewed honor highlights individual excellence and directly qualifies the firm for consideration in the prestigious Best Law Firms rankings. For over four decades, Best Lawyers has been the gold standard for recognizing top legal talent, serving as the cornerstone for Best Law Firms awards. Learn more about our rigorous Best Lawyers research and selection process.
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Client Comments

A strong relationship between a client and their law firm is key to achieving the best possible outcomes. Open communication, trust, and collaboration ensure that attorneys understand each client’s unique goals and needs. Choosing the right firm means finding a team with the experience, knowledge, and dedication to guide you through every stage of the legal process.
Client comments reflect personal opinions and individual experiences. Every case is different, and outcomes depend on specific facts and circumstances. Past results and testimonials do not guarantee similar outcomes in future matters. For personalized legal advice, consult directly with an experienced attorney who can evaluate your specific situation and provide tailored guidance.
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Awards

Lashly & Baer PC is honored to be recognized for excellence by Best Law Firms and other leading legal industry organizations. Our rankings and awards reflect the dedication, skill, and results our attorneys deliver across a wide range of practice areas. In addition to our Best Law Firms awards, Lashly & Baer PC has earned accolades from respected national and regional publications for outstanding legal service and professional achievement. Explore our awards below to learn more about how Lashly & Baer PC continues to set the standard for quality legal representation.
2018 Best Law Firm
2017 Best Law Firm
2016 Best Law Firm
2015 Best Law Firm
2014 Best Law Firm
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