Pete Woods, Business Attorney in St Louis, Missouri
Over 44 years of legal practice · focused on Business, Family Law, and Litigation · 5.0/5 rating from 1 verified client review
PartneratHaar & Woods, LLP
St Louis, MO
Practicing business in St Louis since 1982.
- 44+
- Years practicing
- 5.0 ★
- 1 client review
- 3
- Bar admissions
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Pete Woods is a partner based in St. Louis, MO. The practice focuses on Business, Family Law, and Litigation. Pete has over 44 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Haar & Woods, LLP. Rated 5.0 out of 5 from 1 client review.
- Based in
- St. Louis, MO
- Experience
- over 44 years
- Known for
- Business · Family Law · Litigation
- Handles Business, Family Law, and Litigation matters from St. Louis, MO.
- Over 44 years of practice as a licensed attorney.
- Recognized with AV Preeminent.
About Pete Woods: Pete Woods is a partner based in St. Louis, MO. The practice focuses on Business, Family Law, and Litigation. Pete has over 44 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Haar & Woods, LLP. Rated 5.0 out of 5 from 1 client review.
Areas of practice
Practice areas handled by Pete Woods
Pete concentrates on business, family law, litigation, and real estate. Each area below outlines the kind of case Pete handles, typical outcomes to expect, and how the intake process starts.
Business
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Family Law
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Litigation
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Business cases in St Louis, Missouri
Pete 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 Pete agrees to represent you.
Family Law cases in St Louis, Missouri
Pete 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 Pete agrees to represent you.
Litigation cases in St Louis, Missouri
Pete 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 Pete agrees to represent you.
Real Estate cases in St Louis, Missouri
Pete takes real estate 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 Pete agrees to represent you.
Biography
About Pete Woods — Over 44 years of Missouri business experience
Pete Woods is a partner based in St. Louis, MO. The practice focuses on Business, Family Law, and Litigation. Pete has over 44 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Haar & Woods, LLP. Rated 5.0 out of 5 from 1 client review.
Mr. Woods' civil litigation and arbitration practice includes trials and appeals in federal and state court, with an emphasis on business litigation, family law and real estate. His business litigation experience includes the representation of manufacturers, banks, securities and transportation brokers, utility companies and individuals in cases involving such diverse subjects as civil RICO, fraud, shareholder rights, Merchandise Act claims, breach of contract, personal injury, and terms and conditions of employment.
His family law practice regularly includes contested dissolution cases involving a wide range of issues such as spousal support, division of property and child custody. Mr. Woods is often specially retained to focus on valuing business interests, including professional practices. Subjects of his family law cases handled on appeal include the enforceability of post-nuptial agreements, spousal support rights after traumatic injuries, and the determination of marital/separate property rights in lengthy marriages.
His real estate cases have included eminent domain, zoning, contractor/developer disputes, professional liability and numerous and varied contractual disputes. Other matters he has briefed and argued on appeal include cases involving the Missouri Franchise Act, fraud, and tortuous interference with business expectancies
Working with Pete on a business matter
Mr. Woods' civil litigation and arbitration practice includes trials and appeals in federal and state court, with an emphasis on business litigation, family law and real estate. His business litigation experience includes the representation of manufacturers, banks, securities and transportation brokers, utility companies and individuals in cases involving such diverse subjects as civil RICO,…
Clients Pete works with
Pete reviews new inquiries case-by-case for business, family law, and litigation matters in St Louis and the surrounding Missouri area.
Credentials
Pete Woods's legal education and bar admissions
Washington University
J.D. · 1984
University of Missouri at Columbia
B.A. · 1978
Jurisdictions
Pete's state bar admissions
U.S. Court of Appeal
1989 · ACTIVE
Missouri U.S. Court
1985 · ACTIVE
U.S. District Court,
1982 · ACTIVE
Pete studied at J.D. in Washington University and B.A. in University of Missouri at Columbia.
Law school and academic background
Pete completed J.D. in Washington University and B.A. in University of Missouri at Columbia. Formal legal training is one signal of substantive knowledge — the day-to-day practice Pete runs in Missouri is where that training gets applied to real client questions.
Recognition
Awards, publications, and recognition of Pete Woods
Pete has received 1 formal recognition from bar associations, industry bodies, and peer-review services.
AV Preeminent
Legal awards and honors
AV Preeminent.
Affiliations
Pete's professional memberships and bar associations
The Bar Association of Metropolitan St
membership
Louis The Missouri Bar American Bar Association
Member, Sections on: Litigation Domestic Relations · membership
Locations
Pete Woods's office in St. Louis
Pete's primary office is at 1010 Market Street, Suite 1620, St. Louis, MO, 63101. In-person meetings are by appointment; a phone intake usually comes first.
Client feedback
Client reviews of Pete Woods — 5.0/5 rating from 1 verified client review
Every review below is from a verified client of Pete. Reviews cover communication, case outcome, and value — the three signals that matter most when comparing business attorneys in St Louis.
5.0
1 client review
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How to hire Pete Woods — what to expect in your first consultation
Working with a new business attorney should feel structured. Here's how the first two conversations with Pete usually go, from the moment you request a consult to the day representation begins.
Consultation formats and pricing
Pete charges for the initial consult. That fee is credited toward representation if you retain Pete'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; Pete 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 Pete
Pete 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. Pete confirms the model in the engagement letter before any work starts.
Payment methods and payment plans
Pete'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 Pete Woods
How much does it cost to hire Pete for a business case?
Cost depends on the type of matter, the fee model (contingency, flat, hourly), and how contested the case becomes. Pete walks through the likely range during the consult so there are no surprises.
Does Pete offer a free consultation?
Pete charges for the initial consult; that fee is credited toward representation if you retain Pete's office. Some business attorneys offer free consults — check Pete'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. Pete gives a realistic estimate for your facts at the consult — vague answers here are a red flag.
Can Pete take my case if I'm outside St Louis?
Pete 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 — Pete 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 Pete?
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. Pete will filter what matters — over-preparing at intake is always cheaper than needing a second meeting.
Is Pete accepting new business clients right now?
Pete'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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