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Lois Spritzer, Civil Rights Attorney in St Louis, Missouri

Over 37 years of legal practice · focused on Civil Rights, Discrimination, and Employment

Practicing civil rights in St Louis since 1989.

37+
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Lois Spritzer is a member based in St. Louis, MO. The practice focuses on Civil Rights, Discrimination, and Employment. Lois has over 37 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Chackes Carlson & Halquist, LLP.

Based in
St. Louis, MO
Experience
over 37 years
Known for
Civil Rights · Discrimination · Employment
  • Handles Civil Rights, Discrimination, and Employment matters from St. Louis, MO.
  • Over 37 years of practice as a licensed attorney.

About Lois Spritzer: Lois Spritzer is a member based in St. Louis, MO. The practice focuses on Civil Rights, Discrimination, and Employment. Lois has over 37 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Chackes Carlson & Halquist, LLP.

Areas of practice

Practice areas handled by Lois Spritzer

Lois concentrates on civil rights, discrimination, employment, litigation, and ssd. Each area below outlines the kind of case Lois handles, typical outcomes to expect, and how the intake process starts.

Civil Rights cases in St Louis, Missouri

Lois 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 Lois agrees to represent you.

Discrimination cases in St Louis, Missouri

Lois 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 Lois agrees to represent you.

Employment cases in St Louis, Missouri

Lois 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 Lois agrees to represent you.

Litigation cases in St Louis, Missouri

Lois 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 Lois agrees to represent you.

SSD cases in St Louis, Missouri

Lois takes ssd 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 Lois agrees to represent you.

Biography

About Lois Spritzer — Over 37 years of Missouri civil rights experience

Lois Spritzer is a member based in St. Louis, MO. The practice focuses on Civil Rights, Discrimination, and Employment. Lois has over 37 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Chackes Carlson & Halquist, LLP.

Lois Spritzer is a lawyer practicing civil rights law, employment discrimination law, disability law and 2 other areas of law. Lois received a B.M. degree from North Carolina School of the Arts in 1986, and has been licensed for 37 years. Lois practices at Chackes Carlson & Halquist, LLP in St. Louis, MO.

Working with Lois on a civil rights matter

Lois Spritzer is a lawyer practicing civil rights law, employment discrimination law, disability law and 2 other areas of law. Lois received a B.M. degree from North Carolina School of the Arts in 1986, and has been licensed for 37 years. Lois practices at Chackes Carlson & Halquist, LLP in St. Louis, MO.

Who Lois represents

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

Credentials

Lois Spritzer's legal education and bar admissions

  • Washington University

    J.D. · 1989

  • North Carolina School of the Arts

    B.M. Voice · 1986

Jurisdictions

Lois's state bar admissions

  • Illinois

    1990 · ACTIVE

  • Missouri

    1989 · ACTIVE

Lois studied at J.D. in Washington University and B.M. Voice in North Carolina School of the Arts.

Law school and academic background

Lois completed J.D. in Washington University and B.M. Voice in North Carolina School of the Arts. Formal legal training is one signal of substantive knowledge — the day-to-day practice Lois runs in Missouri is where that training gets applied to real client questions.

Affiliations

Lois's professional memberships and bar associations

  • Bar Association of Metropolitan St

    membership

  • Louis The Missouri Bar St

    membership

  • Louis State and American Bar Associations National Employment Lawyers Association

    St. Louis Officer, 1994-1998 · membership

Locations

Lois Spritzer's office in St. Louis

Lois's primary office is at 906 Olive St., Ste. 200, St. Louis, MO, 63101. In-person meetings are by appointment; a phone intake usually comes first.

Main office

Chackes Carlson & Halquist, LLP

906 Olive St., Ste. 200

St. Louis, MO 63101

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Hiring guide

How to hire Lois Spritzer — 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 Lois usually go, from the moment you request a consult to the day representation begins.

Consultation formats and pricing

Lois charges for the initial consult. That fee is credited toward representation if you retain Lois'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; Lois 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 Lois

Lois 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. Lois confirms the model in the engagement letter before any work starts.

Payment methods and payment plans

Lois'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 Lois Spritzer

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

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

  • Does Lois offer a free consultation?

    Lois charges for the initial consult; that fee is credited toward representation if you retain Lois's office. Some civil rights attorneys offer free consults — check Lois'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. Lois gives a realistic estimate for your facts at the consult — vague answers here are a red flag.

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

    Lois 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 — Lois 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 Lois?

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

  • Is Lois accepting new civil rights clients right now?

    Lois'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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