Shepard Lea Simpson — Attorney in St Louis, Missouri

Shepard's primary office is at Thomas F. Eagleton Courthouse 111 S. 10th Street, 15.174, St. Louis, MO, 63102-1125. In-person meetings are by appointment; a phone intake usually comes first.

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

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

• How much does it cost to hire Shepard for a legal case?

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

• Does Shepard offer a free consultation?

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

• How long do legal cases in Missouri typically take?

  Simple legal 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. Shepard gives a realistic estimate for your facts at the consult — vague answers here are a red flag.

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

  Shepard 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 — Shepard 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 Shepard?

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

• Is Shepard accepting new legal clients right now?

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