How much does it cost to hire Gregory for a civil rights case?

Cost depends on the type of matter, the fee model (contingency, flat, hourly), and how contested the case becomes. Gregory walks through the likely range during the consult so there are no surprises.

Does Gregory offer a free consultation?

Gregory charges for the initial consult; that fee is credited toward representation if you retain Gregory's office. Some civil rights attorneys offer free consults — check Gregory's current terms during booking.

How long do civil rights cases in Missouri typically take?

Simple civil rights 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. Gregory gives a realistic estimate for your facts at the consult — vague answers here are a red flag.

Can Gregory take my case if I'm outside St Louis?

Gregory 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 — Gregory 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 Gregory?

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. Gregory will filter what matters — over-preparing at intake is always cheaper than needing a second meeting.

Is Gregory accepting new civil rights clients right now?

Gregory's intake status shifts week to week. Submit the form; the office will confirm availability or refer the matter out.

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Gregory Rich, Civil Rights Attorney in St Louis, Missouri

Over 30 years of legal practice · focused on Civil Rights, Discrimination, and Employment

Retired PartneratDobson, Berns & Rich, LLP

St Louis, MO

Practicing civil rights in St Louis since 1996.

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Gregory Rich is a retired partner based in St. Louis, MO. The practice focuses on Civil Rights, Discrimination, and Employment. Gregory has over 30 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Dobson, Berns & Rich, LLP.

Based in: St. Louis, MO
Experience: over 30 years
Known for: Civil Rights · Discrimination · Employment

Handles Civil Rights, Discrimination, and Employment matters from St. Louis, MO.
Over 30 years of practice as a licensed attorney.

Areas of practice

Gregory's practice areas in St Louis

Gregory concentrates on civil rights, discrimination, employment, family law, and sexual harassment. Each area below outlines the kind of case Gregory handles, typical outcomes to expect, and how the intake process starts.

Civil Rights cases in St Louis, Missouri

Gregory takes civil rights 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 Gregory agrees to represent you.

Discrimination cases in St Louis, Missouri

Gregory takes discrimination 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 Gregory agrees to represent you.

Employment cases in St Louis, Missouri

Gregory 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 Gregory agrees to represent you.

Family Law cases in St Louis, Missouri

Gregory takes family law 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 Gregory agrees to represent you.

Sexual Harassment cases in St Louis, Missouri

Gregory takes sexual harassment 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 Gregory agrees to represent you.

Biography

Gregory Rich, civil rights attorney serving St Louis

Member, 1994-1996, Articles Editor, 1995-1996, Washington University Law Quarterly. Speaker: "Arbitrating Employment Disputes: Private & Public Issues," Labor & Employment Law Institute, St. Louis, Missouri, September 2001; "Individual Liability Under the Missouri Human Rights Act," Labor & Employment Law Symposium, Columbia, Missouri, October 2004; "Recognizing and Avoiding State and Federal Retaliation Claims," Labor & Employment Law Symposium, Columbia, Missouri, October 2005; "Attorneys' Fees: Wishing Upon A Lodestar," Eighth Circuit NELA Conference, St. Louis, Missouri, April 2012.

Working with Gregory on a civil rights matter

Who Gregory represents

Gregory reviews new inquiries case-by-case for civil rights, discrimination, and employment matters in St Louis and the surrounding Missouri area.

Credentials

Credentials — where Gregory studied and practices

Washington University
J.D. · 1996
University of California, Davis
B.A. · 1993

Jurisdictions

Gregory's state bar admissions

U.S. Court of Appeal
2005 · ACTIVE
Missouri
1996 · ACTIVE
U.S. District Court,
1996 · ACTIVE
U.S. Court of Appeal
1996 · ACTIVE

Gregory studied at J.D. in Washington University and B.A. in University of California, Davis.

Law school and academic background

Gregory completed J.D. in Washington University and B.A. in University of California, Davis. Formal legal training is one signal of substantive knowledge — the day-to-day practice Gregory runs in Missouri is where that training gets applied to real client questions.

Affiliations

Gregory's professional memberships and bar associations

The Bar Association of Metropolitan St
membership
Louis The Missouri Bar National Employment Lawyers Association Missouri Association of Trial Attorneys
membership

Locations

Gregory Rich's office in St. Louis

Gregory's primary office is at 5017 Washington Place, Suite 300, St. Louis, MO, 63108. In-person meetings are by appointment; a phone intake usually comes first.

Main office

Dobson, Berns & Rich, LLP

5017 Washington Place, Suite 300

St. Louis, MO 63108

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Hiring guide

How to hire Gregory Rich — what to expect in your first consultation

Working with a new civil rights attorney should feel structured. Here's how the first two conversations with Gregory usually go, from the moment you request a consult to the day representation begins.

Consultation formats and pricing

Gregory charges for the initial consult. That fee is credited toward representation if you retain Gregory'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; Gregory will tell you what matters and what doesn't.

Questions to ask a civil rights attorney in St Louis, Missouri

A short list to run through before you commit: How many civil rights 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 Gregory

Gregory discusses fees during intake so the arrangement fits the matter. Contingency, hourly, and flat-fee options are all common in civil rights practice — ask which fits.

Hourly rates, contingency fees, and flat-fee options

Every civil rights 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. Gregory confirms the model in the engagement letter before any work starts.

Payment methods and payment plans

Gregory's office accepts standard payment methods. Ask about payment plans if the retainer is a stretch — many civil rights practices work with clients on structured schedules.

Frequently asked

Frequently asked questions about Gregory Rich

How much does it cost to hire Gregory for a civil rights case?
Cost depends on the type of matter, the fee model (contingency, flat, hourly), and how contested the case becomes. Gregory walks through the likely range during the consult so there are no surprises.
Does Gregory offer a free consultation?
Gregory charges for the initial consult; that fee is credited toward representation if you retain Gregory's office. Some civil rights attorneys offer free consults — check Gregory's current terms during booking.
How long do civil rights cases in Missouri typically take?
Simple civil rights 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. Gregory gives a realistic estimate for your facts at the consult — vague answers here are a red flag.
Can Gregory take my case if I'm outside St Louis?
Gregory 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 — Gregory 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 Gregory?
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. Gregory will filter what matters — over-preparing at intake is always cheaper than needing a second meeting.
Is Gregory accepting new civil rights clients right now?
Gregory's intake status shifts week to week. Submit the form; the office will confirm availability or refer the matter out.

Community Q&A

Real questions asked by Missouri residents in the last few months, answered by civil rights attorneys like Gregory Rich. Each link opens the full answer thread.

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Areas served

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