Dan H. Ball, Business Attorney in St Louis, Missouri
Over 48 years of legal practice · focused on Business, General, and Litigation · 5.0/5 rating from 1 verified client review
PartneratBryan Cave Leighton Paisner LLP
St Louis, MO
Practicing business in St Louis since 1978.
- 48+
- Years practicing
- 5.0 ★
- 1 client review
- 2
- Bar admissions
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Dan H. Ball is a partner based in St. Louis, MO. The practice focuses on Business, General, and Litigation. Dan has over 48 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Bryan Cave Leighton Paisner LLP. Rated 5.0 out of 5 from 1 client review.
- Based in
- St. Louis, MO
- Experience
- over 48 years
- Known for
- Business · General · Litigation
- Handles Business, General, and Litigation matters from St. Louis, MO.
- Over 48 years of practice as a licensed attorney.
- Recognized with AV Preeminent.
About Dan H. Ball: Dan H. Ball is a partner based in St. Louis, MO. The practice focuses on Business, General, and Litigation. Dan has over 48 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Bryan Cave Leighton Paisner LLP. Rated 5.0 out of 5 from 1 client review.
Areas of practice
Legal matters Dan takes on
Dan concentrates on business, general, litigation, personal injury, and product liability. Each area below outlines the kind of case Dan handles, typical outcomes to expect, and how the intake process starts.
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Product Liability
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Business cases in St Louis, Missouri
Dan takes business matters in St Louis, Missouri. Typical engagements include intake calls to scope the issue, review of any records or filings you already have, and a written strategy memo before Dan agrees to represent you.
General cases in St Louis, Missouri
Dan takes general matters in St Louis, Missouri. Typical engagements include intake calls to scope the issue, review of any records or filings you already have, and a written strategy memo before Dan agrees to represent you.
Litigation cases in St Louis, Missouri
Dan takes litigation matters in St Louis, Missouri. Typical engagements include intake calls to scope the issue, review of any records or filings you already have, and a written strategy memo before Dan agrees to represent you.
Personal Injury cases in St Louis, Missouri
Dan takes personal injury matters in St Louis, Missouri. Typical engagements include intake calls to scope the issue, review of any records or filings you already have, and a written strategy memo before Dan agrees to represent you.
Product Liability cases in St Louis, Missouri
Dan takes product liability matters in St Louis, Missouri. Typical engagements include intake calls to scope the issue, review of any records or filings you already have, and a written strategy memo before Dan agrees to represent you.
Biography
Meet Dan H. Ball — business lawyer in St Louis
Dan H. Ball is a partner based in St. Louis, MO. The practice focuses on Business, General, and Litigation. Dan has over 48 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Bryan Cave Leighton Paisner LLP. Rated 5.0 out of 5 from 1 client review.
Dan H. Ball is a lawyer practicing product liability, class and derivative actions, commercial litigation and 1 other area of law. Dan received a B.A. degree from Bradley University in 1974, and has been licensed for 48 years. Dan practices at Bryan Cave Leighton Paisner LLP in St. Louis, MO.
Dan's approach to business cases
Dan H. Ball is a lawyer practicing product liability, class and derivative actions, commercial litigation and 1 other area of law. Dan received a B.A. degree from Bradley University in 1974, and has been licensed for 48 years. Dan practices at Bryan Cave Leighton Paisner LLP in St. Louis, MO.
Clients Dan works with
Dan reviews new inquiries case-by-case for business, general, and litigation matters in St Louis and the surrounding Missouri area.
Credentials
Education, bar admissions, and languages
University of Missouri
J.D. · 1978
Bradley University
B.A. · 1974
Jurisdictions
Dan's state bar admissions
Illinois U.S. Distri
1979 · ACTIVE
Missouri
1978 · ACTIVE
Dan studied at J.D. in University of Missouri and B.A. in Bradley University.
Law school and academic background
Dan completed J.D. in University of Missouri and B.A. in Bradley University. Formal legal training is one signal of substantive knowledge — the day-to-day practice Dan runs in Missouri is where that training gets applied to real client questions.
Recognition
Recognition and thought leadership
Dan has received 1 formal recognition from bar associations, industry bodies, and peer-review services.
AV Preeminent
Legal awards and honors
AV Preeminent.
Affiliations
Dan's professional memberships and bar associations
American College of Trial Lawyers
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Locations
Dan H. Ball's office in St. Louis
Dan's primary office is at One Metropolitan Sq., 211 N. Broadway, Ste. 3600, St. Louis, MO, 63105. In-person meetings are by appointment; a phone intake usually comes first.
Bryan Cave Leighton Paisner LLP
One Metropolitan Sq., 211 N. Broadway, Ste. 3600
St. Louis, MO 63105
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Client reviews of Dan H. Ball — 5.0/5 rating from 1 verified client review
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How to hire Dan H. Ball — what to expect in your first consultation
Working with a new business attorney should feel structured. Here's how the first two conversations with Dan usually go, from the moment you request a consult to the day representation begins.
Consultation formats and pricing
Dan charges for the initial consult. That fee is credited toward representation if you retain Dan's office.
What to bring to your first meeting
Bring any documents you already have — police reports, medical records, filed pleadings, correspondence from an insurer, a copy of the contract at issue. If you're not sure, err on the side of bringing everything; Dan will tell you what matters and what doesn't.
Questions to ask a business attorney in St Louis, Missouri
A short list to run through before you commit: How many business matters have you handled in the last year? What's your fee structure? Who else in the office will work on this? What's your realistic estimate of timeline and range of outcomes? How do I reach you between meetings?
Fees & payment
Fees, payment methods, and consultation options for Dan
Dan discusses fees during intake so the arrangement fits the matter. Contingency, hourly, and flat-fee options are all common in business practice — ask which fits.
Hourly rates, contingency fees, and flat-fee options
Every business matter is priced differently. Simple document review might be a flat fee. Injury litigation is often contingency. Complex commercial disputes usually run hourly with a retainer. Dan confirms the model in the engagement letter before any work starts.
Payment methods and payment plans
Dan's office accepts standard payment methods. Ask about payment plans if the retainer is a stretch — many business practices work with clients on structured schedules.
Frequently asked
Frequently asked questions about Dan H. Ball
How much does it cost to hire Dan for a business case?
Cost depends on the type of matter, the fee model (contingency, flat, hourly), and how contested the case becomes. Dan walks through the likely range during the consult so there are no surprises.
Does Dan offer a free consultation?
Dan charges for the initial consult; that fee is credited toward representation if you retain Dan's office. Some business attorneys offer free consults — check Dan's current terms during booking.
How long do business cases in Missouri typically take?
Simple business matters can wrap in a few weeks; disputed cases can run 6–18 months from intake to resolution, longer if the matter goes to trial. Dan gives a realistic estimate for your facts at the consult — vague answers here are a red flag.
Can Dan take my case if I'm outside St Louis?
Dan is licensed in Missouri. Matters governed by Missouri law are the natural fit. Out-of-state matters are handled case-by-case, sometimes with local co-counsel. Ask during intake — Dan will tell you if the case is a fit or refer you to someone closer to your court.
What should I bring to my first meeting with Dan?
Bring every document that touches the dispute: contracts, correspondence, police or medical reports, filed pleadings, invoices, photographs, insurance letters. Also bring a written timeline of what happened, in your own words. Dan will filter what matters — over-preparing at intake is always cheaper than needing a second meeting.
Is Dan accepting new business clients right now?
Dan's intake status shifts week to week. Submit the form; the office will confirm availability or refer the matter out.
Areas served
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