
David Lawrence Schenberg, Appellate Attorney in St Louis, Missouri
Over 33 years of legal practice · focused on Appellate, Class Action, and Employment · 4.4/5 rating from 1 verified client review
ShareholderatOgletree, Deakins, Nash, Smoak & Stewart, P.C.
St Louis, MO
Practicing appellate in St Louis since 1993.
- 33+
- Years practicing
- 4.4 ★
- 1 client review
- 12
- Bar admissions
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David Lawrence Schenberg is a shareholder based in St. Louis, MO. The practice focuses on Appellate, Class Action, and Employment. David has over 33 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Ogletree, Deakins, Nash, Smoak & Stewart, P.C.. Rated 4.4 out of 5 from 1 client review.
- Based in
- St. Louis, MO
- Experience
- over 33 years
- Known for
- Appellate · Class Action · Employment
- Handles Appellate, Class Action, and Employment matters from St. Louis, MO.
- Over 33 years of practice as a licensed attorney.
- Recognized with BV Distinguished.
About David Lawrence Schenberg: David Lawrence Schenberg is a shareholder based in St. Louis, MO. The practice focuses on Appellate, Class Action, and Employment. David has over 33 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Ogletree, Deakins, Nash, Smoak & Stewart, P.C.. Rated 4.4 out of 5 from 1 client review.
Areas of practice
Practice areas handled by David Lawrence Schenberg
David concentrates on appellate, class action, employment, and general. Each area below outlines the kind of case David handles, typical outcomes to expect, and how the intake process starts.
Appellate
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Appellate cases in St Louis, Missouri
David takes appellate 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 David agrees to represent you.
Class Action cases in St Louis, Missouri
David takes class action 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 David agrees to represent you.
Employment cases in St Louis, Missouri
David takes employment 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 David agrees to represent you.
General cases in St Louis, Missouri
David 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 David agrees to represent you.
Biography
About David Lawrence Schenberg — Over 33 years of Missouri appellate experience
David Lawrence Schenberg is a shareholder based in St. Louis, MO. The practice focuses on Appellate, Class Action, and Employment. David has over 33 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Ogletree, Deakins, Nash, Smoak & Stewart, P.C.. Rated 4.4 out of 5 from 1 client review.
David Lawrence Schenberg is a lawyer practicing appellate, labor & employment, telecommunications and 1 other area of law. David received a A.B. degree from Brown University, and has been licensed for 33 years. David practices at Ogletree, Deakins, Nash, Smoak & Stewart, P.C. in St. Louis, MO.
How David handles appellate matters
David Lawrence Schenberg is a lawyer practicing appellate, labor & employment, telecommunications and 1 other area of law. David received a A.B. degree from Brown University, and has been licensed for 33 years. David practices at Ogletree, Deakins, Nash, Smoak & Stewart, P.C. in St. Louis, MO.
The kind of cases David takes
David reviews new inquiries case-by-case for appellate, class action, and employment matters in St Louis and the surrounding Missouri area.
Credentials
David Lawrence Schenberg's legal education and bar admissions
University of Michigan Law School
J.D. · 1993
Brown University A.B. Political Science Brown University A.B. magna cum laude
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Jurisdictions
David's state bar admissions
U.S. Court of Appeal
2016 · ACTIVE
U.S. Court of Appeal
2016 · ACTIVE
U.S. Court of Appeal
2014 · ACTIVE
U.S. Supreme Court
2014 · ACTIVE
U.S. Court of Appeal
2005 · ACTIVE
U.S Court of Appeals
2002 · ACTIVE
U.S. Court of Appeal
2001 · ACTIVE
U.S. District Court,
2000 · ACTIVE
U.S. District Court,
1998 · ACTIVE
Illinois
1994 · ACTIVE
U.S. District Court,
1994 · ACTIVE
Missouri
1993 · ACTIVE
David studied at J.D. in University of Michigan Law School and — in Brown University A.B. Political Science Brown University A.B. magna cum laude.
Law school and academic background
David completed J.D. in University of Michigan Law School and — in Brown University A.B. Political Science Brown University A.B. magna cum laude. Formal legal training is one signal of substantive knowledge — the day-to-day practice David runs in Missouri is where that training gets applied to real client questions.
Recognition
Awards, publications, and recognition of David Lawrence Schenberg
David has received 1 formal recognition from bar associations, industry bodies, and peer-review services.
BV Distinguished
Legal awards and honors
BV Distinguished.
Affiliations
David's professional memberships and bar associations
The Missouri Bar, Illinois State Bar Association, Metropolitan Bar Association of St
membership
Louis, American Bar Association
membership
Locations
David Lawrence Schenberg's office in St. Louis
David's primary office is at 7700 Bonhomme Avenue, Suite 650, St. Louis, MO, 63105. In-person meetings are by appointment; a phone intake usually comes first.
Ogletree, Deakins, Nash, Smoak & Stewart, P.C.
7700 Bonhomme Avenue, Suite 650
St. Louis, MO 63105
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Client reviews of David Lawrence Schenberg — 4.4/5 rating from 1 verified client review
Every review below is from a verified client of David. Reviews cover communication, case outcome, and value — the three signals that matter most when comparing appellate attorneys in St Louis.
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How to hire David Lawrence Schenberg — what to expect in your first consultation
Working with a new appellate attorney should feel structured. Here's how the first two conversations with David usually go, from the moment you request a consult to the day representation begins.
Consultation formats and pricing
David charges for the initial consult. That fee is credited toward representation if you retain David'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; David will tell you what matters and what doesn't.
Questions to ask a appellate attorney in St Louis, Missouri
A short list to run through before you commit: How many appellate 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 David
David discusses fees during intake so the arrangement fits the matter. Contingency, hourly, and flat-fee options are all common in appellate practice — ask which fits.
Hourly rates, contingency fees, and flat-fee options
Every appellate 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. David confirms the model in the engagement letter before any work starts.
Payment methods and payment plans
David's office accepts standard payment methods. Ask about payment plans if the retainer is a stretch — many appellate practices work with clients on structured schedules.
Frequently asked
Frequently asked questions about David Lawrence Schenberg
How much does it cost to hire David for a appellate case?
Cost depends on the type of matter, the fee model (contingency, flat, hourly), and how contested the case becomes. David walks through the likely range during the consult so there are no surprises.
Does David offer a free consultation?
David charges for the initial consult; that fee is credited toward representation if you retain David's office. Some appellate attorneys offer free consults — check David's current terms during booking.
How long do appellate cases in Missouri typically take?
Simple appellate 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. David gives a realistic estimate for your facts at the consult — vague answers here are a red flag.
Can David take my case if I'm outside St Louis?
David 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 — David 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 David?
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. David will filter what matters — over-preparing at intake is always cheaper than needing a second meeting.
Is David accepting new appellate clients right now?
David'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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