Selena Gillham, Business Attorney in St Louis, Missouri
Over 16 years of legal practice · focused on Business, Employment, and Litigation
MemberatDowd Bennett LLP
St Louis, MO
Practicing business in St Louis since 2010.
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Selena Gillham is a member based in St. Louis, MO. The practice focuses on Business, Employment, and Litigation. Selena has over 16 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Dowd Bennett LLP.
- Based in
- St. Louis, MO
- Experience
- over 16 years
- Known for
- Business · Employment · Litigation
- Handles Business, Employment, and Litigation matters from St. Louis, MO.
- Over 16 years of practice as a licensed attorney.
About Selena Gillham: Selena Gillham is a member based in St. Louis, MO. The practice focuses on Business, Employment, and Litigation. Selena has over 16 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Dowd Bennett LLP.
Areas of practice
Legal matters Selena takes on
Selena concentrates on business, employment, and litigation. Each area below outlines the kind of case Selena handles, typical outcomes to expect, and how the intake process starts.
Business
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Employment
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Litigation
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Business cases in St Louis, Missouri
Selena 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 Selena agrees to represent you.
Employment cases in St Louis, Missouri
Selena 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 Selena agrees to represent you.
Litigation cases in St Louis, Missouri
Selena 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 Selena agrees to represent you.
Biography
Meet Selena Gillham — business lawyer in St Louis
Selena Gillham is a member based in St. Louis, MO. The practice focuses on Business, Employment, and Litigation. Selena has over 16 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Dowd Bennett LLP.
Selena Gillham is a lawyer practicing commercial litigation, employment law. Selena received a B.A. degree from San Diego State University in 2001, and has been licensed for 16 years. Selena practices at Dowd Bennett LLP in St. Louis, MO.
Selena's approach to business cases
Selena Gillham is a lawyer practicing commercial litigation, employment law. Selena received a B.A. degree from San Diego State University in 2001, and has been licensed for 16 years. Selena practices at Dowd Bennett LLP in St. Louis, MO.
Clients Selena works with
Selena reviews new inquiries case-by-case for business, employment, and litigation matters in St Louis and the surrounding Missouri area.
Credentials
Education, bar admissions, and languages
Washington University
J.D. · 2009
San Diego State University
B.A. · 2001
Jurisdictions
Selena's state bar admissions
Missouri
2010 · ACTIVE
Selena studied at J.D. in Washington University and B.A. in San Diego State University.
Law school and academic background
Selena completed J.D. in Washington University and B.A. in San Diego State University. Formal legal training is one signal of substantive knowledge — the day-to-day practice Selena runs in Missouri is where that training gets applied to real client questions.
Locations
Selena Gillham's office in St. Louis
Selena's primary office is at 7676 Forsyth Blvd., Suite 1900, St. Louis, MO, 63105. In-person meetings are by appointment; a phone intake usually comes first.
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How to hire Selena Gillham — what to expect in your first consultation
Working with a new business attorney should feel structured. Here's how the first two conversations with Selena usually go, from the moment you request a consult to the day representation begins.
Consultation formats and pricing
Selena charges for the initial consult. That fee is credited toward representation if you retain Selena'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; Selena 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 Selena
Selena 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. Selena confirms the model in the engagement letter before any work starts.
Payment methods and payment plans
Selena'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 Selena Gillham
How much does it cost to hire Selena for a business case?
Cost depends on the type of matter, the fee model (contingency, flat, hourly), and how contested the case becomes. Selena walks through the likely range during the consult so there are no surprises.
Does Selena offer a free consultation?
Selena charges for the initial consult; that fee is credited toward representation if you retain Selena's office. Some business attorneys offer free consults — check Selena'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. Selena gives a realistic estimate for your facts at the consult — vague answers here are a red flag.
Can Selena take my case if I'm outside St Louis?
Selena 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 — Selena 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 Selena?
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. Selena will filter what matters — over-preparing at intake is always cheaper than needing a second meeting.
Is Selena accepting new business clients right now?
Selena'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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